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How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt

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As part of his baby steps, he does not advocate contributing to retirement until after you’ve paid off non-mortgage debts and saved 3-6 months of expenses in an emergency fund. In September 2001, we bought a 1700 square foot home with a one-car garage and ONE full bathroom. Health Sharing Ministry. We drive older cars.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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2 – Save $10k in a savings account, specifically earmarked for medical expenses. I won’t rehash our health insurance story here, because I have written extensively about it and INCLUDED OUR NUMBERS. Read our Health Insurance Story: . What We Left Traditional Health Insurance.