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Family Budget Spreadsheets 2021

Family Balance Sheet

Years ago, there was a month where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. We could afford a camping trip, we could pay our tax bill on time, and we could pay cash for Christmas, but we needed to PLAN for it. .

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Introducing: Family Budget Spreadsheets

Family Balance Sheet

There was a month in 2013 where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. We could afford a camping trip, we could pay our tax bill on time, and we could pay cash for Christmas, but we needed to PLAN for it.

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Do I Need a Financial Advisor? When it’s worth it

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For example, financial advisors can help you plan for retirement, budget, plan your estate and more. They also help you set your personal financial goals to reach milestones. When to get a financial advisor Not everyone needs a financial advisor, especially since it’s an additional cost. Wealth manager.

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For Better Savings: Use Sub Accounts to Differentiate Your Goals

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Take a look at your financial goals, and create sub accounts that allow you to focus on these different objectives. If you want to have $2,000 in your car maintenance fun, set up a sub account that allows you to save for that specific goal. However, you do run the risk of loss, and you have to be careful of capital gains taxes.

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7 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances

Family Balance Sheet

Spring is also a good time to get your financial house in order. I’m going to be spending the next few weeks giving my family’s finances a good spring cleaning. Review your Yearly Goals. On January 1st, many of us are very gung-ho about writing goals but are we as enthusiastic about those goals on March 12?

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Buying a Lottery Ticket Isn’t as Stupid as You Think

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Money pros call them a stupidity tax. I figure out how much of it I would need to invest to guarentee myself tax free income of $100K a year for life. Setting Financial Goals: Make Them Smart and Simple You’ve heard the saying that nothing worthwhile is achieved without a goal? Whether it’s.

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How to Save Money From Salary Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle

Penny Pinchin' Mom

Things like taxes and the fact that groceries cost about 9% more now than they did last year. Maybe a game night, a movie, or even giving each other cooking lessons over some Tequila? It’s cheaper, and it still gives you the same kind of money you need. What about when your bills are simply pulling you under? Imagine that!