Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 11, 2014

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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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

Refresh your memory with what you were thinking at the beginning of the year and review your yearly financial goals. You’re now in the trenches of the new year, do those goals still make sense? When reviewing your goals, did you use the S.M.A.R.T. method when you wrote them? Are they: S – specific. M – measurable.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Organize paperwork for tax preparation. Create our family’s financial goals and Debt Freedom Plan. While our setup has helped us achieve many of our financial goals, we have made many mistakes over the years. Prepare the Family Balance Sheet to review with my husband. Has it been smooth sailing?

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2021

Do our goals still make sense now that we’re in the trenches of the new year? Take some time to review your yearly financial goals. SMART goals are: S – specific. Since that time, I have automated most of our financial transactions, but I still rely on my list to keep me in check. Did you use the S.M.A.R.T.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Of course, there are some tasks that are dictated by others, such as when we must pay taxes or submit certain information to government entities. I clean up the electronic and paper files and start organizing the information our accountant will need to do our taxes. Set financial goals for the year.

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Personal Finance Finance Financial Goals Life Insurance 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 1, 2012

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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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Things like taxes and the fact that groceries cost about 9% more now than they did last year. If you learn how to save money from your monthly salary in a smart way, you don’t have to drastically diminish your lifestyle expenses to achieve your financial goals. What about when your bills are simply pulling you under?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

We got an unexpected tax return, which of course went toward the loans. Definitely getting in the routine of making a zero-based budget EVERY MONTH and reviewing our finances together is an important habit we picked up that will be key to meeting all our financial goals. What are your financial goals now?

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Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2017

To prepare your ‘soil’ for growing your finances you can do several things, such as: Learn about different financial institutions, types of assets and investing methods. Discuss and agree on financial goals within your family. Set expectations – to let others in your life understand where your priorities lay.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Organize paperwork for tax preparation. Create your financial goals. How can I reduce the grocery budget? Do we have enough money for Christmas gifts? Reconcile all accounts. Pay bills in a timely manner. Project short term cash needs. Prepare the Family Balance Sheet to review with spouse.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Know about hidden costs or conditions – such as pending tax levies or unpaid encumbrances for which you will become responsible, the costs of any professionals you need to use, such as lawyers or title searchers. Do a financial analysis to determine if buying a home will move you towards your financial goals or away from them.

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Making Home Financial Goals At&T 240

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

It’s easy to find a qualified financial advisor to guide you through life’s most important financial decisions. Try Bankrate’s free AdvisorMatch service to quickly get connected to a CFP® professional who can help you achieve your financial goals.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. You may need to submit additional paperwork as your lender completes the process, such as bank statements, tax returns or additional proof of income, so keep your paperwork organized. What’s your local market like?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

PFP presents Investment Tax Management posted at Pasadena Financial Planner , saying, ” As you move your cash, bond, and stock financial assets into lower cost, more broadly diversified investment mutual funds and/or ETFs, you should also consider how to “locate” your investment asset allocation with respect to more optimal taxation.”

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

This will make a difference in how you are taxed on your capital gains. Novel Investor: The Benefits Of Tax Free Bonds – Covers the potential benefits of tax free bonds especially municipal bonds, treasury bonds, and the alternative tax free bond funds. Budgeting in the Fun Stuff: The Dollar Challenge – 20?s

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Step 5: Get your paperwork in order Gather recent pay stubs, federal tax returns, bank/brokerage statements and anything else your mortgage lender requests. Most refinances won’t affect your property taxes, but completing a remodel with a cash-out refinance can increase your home’s value — which could mean a higher tax bill.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Many years ago, our cash flow sucked, we put Christmas on a credit card, and I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay for a large tax bill. Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. ” We’ve been there too.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Then during tax season, I worked at H&R Block filing taxes. I would offer to do people’s taxes, or get their bookkeeping organized in exchange for a discount on my rent, or a small repair on my car. He leaves most of the financial goals up to me, but we make the decisions together.

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Bucksome Boomer shares with us 9 tips for tax time that will save us from forming those wrinkles. We e-file our taxes and having the previous year’s return to reference is very helpful at speeding up the process. Young and Thrifty gives us tips on how to pick a good financial advisor. GO PACK GO! Managing Money.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In a 401(k) plan, the money you contribute each paycheck will grow tax-free until you begin withdrawals upon reaching retirement age. A Roth 401(k) allows you to withdraw your money tax-free – after years of gains – but you have to pay tax on contributions. Another danger is failing to use your accounts as they’re intended.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

One of the most important things in life is to find ways to achieve your financial goals. However, planning for your financial future can be tricky and complicated because there are many things to prepare for and arrange. Your acceptable risk is usually determined by your financial goals, your age and your circumstances in life.

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Life Insurance Financial Goals Insurance Taxes 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. This past weekend I headed out west with my husband, brother, and his girlfriend to help my parents move into their new house.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

and using all of our extra funds, like bonuses from work and tax returns, we were able to pay everything off in 4 years! What are your financial goals now? When we first sat down, we thought. it would be five or six years, but due to our diligence (and God’s grace!). 1 – Set a budget. were still on track.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

A lot of blood, sweat, and tears were shed here, but we both agree that having no mortgage gave us a serious leg up on our retirement savings and other financial goals. Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes. My personal best frugal win was marrying a guy who can and will fix almost anything.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

It’s easy to find a qualified financial advisor to guide you through life’s most important financial decisions. Try Bankrate’s free AdvisorMatch service to quickly get connected to a CFP® professional who can help you achieve your financial goals. Passive income is not… Your job. But having at least a few is a good start.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

In September 2019, my husband and I accomplished our biggest financial goal in our almost 20 years of marriage. We have thought about moving to a larger home with more space, but a smaller home means lower utility bills, homeowners’ insurance premiums, maintenance, and property taxes. Health Sharing Ministry.

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Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

They were so unaffordable, we actually considered taking the tax penalty and going uninsured. Our main financial goal for 2018 is to save $10k for our Annual Household Portion with Medi-Share. The new rates were more than our mortgage payment!

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Health Insurance Insurance 2017 Bills 113

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Ryan still keeps track of his spending in his spiral notebook (mainly for tax purposes for reffing). Once our kids are in school our goal will be to look into buying our dream home. What are your financial goals now? This was eye opening for me and gave me a real appreciation for what he went through all those years.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

I had good tax returns due to high with holdings (lesson learned). What are your financial goals now? What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. Start by categorizing where you have been spending money. Having my house keeper back has been a blessing.

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