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The Difference Between Looking Rich and Being Rich

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of them is throwing a lavish wedding that he can’t really afford, and the other is trying to figure out how to pay the bills that keep piling up without having to give up his expensive luxury SUV. One is having a wedding that will be the height of fashion, and the other has a nice house and the latest model luxury SUV.

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Small Money Mistakes That Have Big Consequences

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. A budget provides you with a financial roadmap to get to where you want to be in life.

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What Is A Personal Loan?

Savings Corner

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation.

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Yakezie Carnival November 13, 2011- November Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession? I’m a geek, he’s not.

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Find out how Jessica & Her Husband Paid off $175,000 of Debt

Family Balance Sheet

My husband and I own our wedding photography business called Blue Vinyl Photography that we have been running together for the past 5 years! 2 years ago we were noticing our family was accumulating a lot of bad behaviors with our health, financial and quality time as a family. Keeps us aligned together with our finances.

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Find out how Anna paid off $23,605 in college, personal loans, and credit cards.

Family Balance Sheet

She writes at her personal finance website, And Then We Saved. My main gig is as a wedding and portrait photographer and my husband, Aaron, shoots with me. Who handles the day-to-day finances in your home or do you work on it equally? How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending?

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How this Couple Eliminated $180,000 of Debt in 12 Months!

Family Balance Sheet

Sometimes I feel like we are newly weds again. Who handles the day-to-day finances in your home or do you work on it equally? How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending? What are your financial goals now? Do not allow fear to convince you to not pursue your financial goals.

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