Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2013

The rule of thumb that states that it makes sense to spend 30% of your income each month on a housing payment doesn’t take into account the fact that you might have other debts, and that taking on more might over-leverage you. If you are buying a home, start with the 30% rule, and then evaluate where that puts you in terms of finances.

Life Insurance 213

Life Insurance Insurance Debt Property Taxes 213

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

Financially speaking, he focuses on building the business and I focus on managing our home and finances. When I first approached him about paying off these debts early, he said to me, “it’s not going to happen by clipping coupons. Living a life focused on paying off debt is not always easy.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. We work through these steps together.

Budgeting 133

Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133