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10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free

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The idea of becoming debt free makes me downright giddy. How did they make it happen? What did they specifically do to become debt free? So back in August of 2014, I scoured the internet to look for sources for a new series, Debt Free Stories. 10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free. They Earned Extra Money.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Challenge yourself to avoid take out and put any extra money towards your emergency fund. Related Reading: Make meal planning a priority. Try freezer cooking. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes. 11 – Find free entertainment.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. Try freezer cooking. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes. Plan your gift giving for the year using my FREE Gift Spending excel spreadsheet. 10 – Do It Yourself.