The Frugal Girl

MARCH 11, 2024

Joaquin, our sweet, trusted, good-looking companion lives with us rent-free. The goal is to have a zero balance on our mortgage by January 2030. My hubby and I retired in Central Florida after downsizing to a new home in order to age in place and enjoy the warm weather. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

JANUARY 16, 2024

Have Specific Financial Goals Financial planning is the key to financial success. You need to have very specific financial goals; what do you need to achieve by which date? Things like your car, your rent, loan interest, and so on are your liabilities. It will help you achieve your financial goals faster.

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Personal Finance Finance Tips Finance Mom 52

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

Review your Yearly Goals. On January 1st, we’re so gung-ho about writing goals, but are we just as enthusiastic about those goals on March 11? Refresh your memory with what you were thinking at the beginning of the year and review your yearly financial goals. When reviewing your goals, did you use the S.M.A.R.T.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 16, 2014

Hopefully you already have a system in place that divides everything you make into categorical spending limits, covering your basic expenses, your occasional splurges, and your pay day to yourself for future savings and investment goals. Creating your high budget is a fun exercise for bringing clarity to your big goals and dreams.

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Budgeting Budget Lowes Goals 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2014

I found out that the rent on this studio was $2,400/month. My rent in our spacious three bedroom was $500/month. I understand that your circumstances may take some options off the table, but every option? People who want to justify will always justify- they’ve already tried it, it’s too hard, they have special needs, etc.

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Price Rent Financial Goals Converse 209

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Renting movies in this way is a great way to stick to your budget, over maintaining a dish or satellite TV system. Rent It Out. From becoming a landlord to renting out tools, vehicles and high-fashion attire… opportunities exist for people to make money off items they already own. Save on Entertainment. In the U.S.,

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Green Rent Library Green And Frugal 185

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 18, 2019

A lot of life happened over 7 years and our plan changed slightly, but our goal remains to achieve complete freedom from debt. Our 2019 Financial Goal. After years of scrimping and saving and not spending extra money on things, we have achieved the biggest financial goal we have ever set for ourselves in our 19 years of marriage.

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Debt 2019 Financial Goals Emergency Fund 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 15, 2011

Our goal is to raise at least $3,600 to pay the family’s rent for three months, which will allow them to focus on what they need to during this time, without fear of losing their home. Help us make this month special for the Aubins! Want to help? Give a gift or servic e – Gift cards are always helpful.

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Rent Donation Michigan Economy 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

At the time he was living with his brother – paying him rent and helping with bills. He didn’t want their childhood home to be taken so he purchased the home from his brother telling him that he could stay there until he got back on his feet- paying whatever rent and bills he could afford. He told him he can’t afford to help.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Whether you are looking to save extra money for your emergency fund and potential unexpected expense, a new kitchen, or your kids’ college tuition—you name it—you will require self-discipline and a plan to reach any financial goal. You can even use a budgeting app if you need a little more support reaching your financial goal.

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Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For example, good credit can improve your chances of landing a job or renting an apartment. Renting an apartment. When you submit an application to rent an apartment, the landlord may look at your credit score to gauge how likely you are to pay your rent on time. Setting up utilities.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 25, 2023

Past productions include Carrie , Rent , and Be More Chill. Our goal is to guide students as they build a practice of professionalism that combines training and performance. They work with professional directors, professional designers, and other experienced theatre artists and practitioners.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2017

We planted, tended and harvested from a vegetable garden even when we rented a quadraplex. Pick the right mix of savings, stocks, bonds and other asset types to suit your needs, goals, and your stage of life. Discuss and agree on financial goals within your family. I came from a long line of farmers, who always had gardens.

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Finance Growing Flowers and Plants Gardening 133

For the Mommas

MAY 31, 2011

Mine has to be from the Devil Wears Prada – I am just one stomach flu away from my goal weight. Here are some deals you can find from Redbox this summer: Rent 2, Get 1 Free! May 30 through June 12, rent any two items at once and get a free promo code good for a one-night DVD rental.**. Text ‘SUMMER’ to 727272.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Cut your textbook expenses to a fraction by renting or buying used books in older editions for a fraction of the price. A few days ago I posted about my goal of 50 countries by 50. If you have friends in the same classes, you could save even more by splitting textbook costs and studying together. Where have you been?

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 30, 2013

We can slash our budgets to bare bones, but the quickest way to reach our savings goal is to increase our income. Rent Out Your Extra Space. On Sundays, we’ll meet here to catch our breath, and let everyone know how we’re finding our $1000. Etsy, the online craft site, is built on people earning money from their hobbies.

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Finds Part Time Hobby October 113

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Our small business was going well and we said so long to renting office space and purchased a commercial property. Read my other Women Inspired posts here: A Goal without a Plan is just a Wish. August 2013 was a month that I’d like to wipe from my memory. Prior to that, we thought we were golden. Yep, life was good. My Life Plan.

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Finance Debt August 2013 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. If we put our mind and actions to reaching a goal then we will complete it. Sometimes a cash diet (not a crash diet) is necessary to get the ball rolling to help you reach your goals. Have you ever derailed your goals?

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

A life goal of ours is. Instead of seeing a movie, rent. If married, who initiated the debt free goal? What are your financial goals now? Write down your goals, change your mindset about debt-free living, and go. some goals, write up a budget, cut out everything you can at first, and. with my youth group.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Research and choose your franchise There are a variety of types of franchises to choose from, so you’ll want to start researching to find the one that aligns best with your interests, goals and budget. You’ll want to consider whether you’re renting a space or buying a building (though most owners rent, at least in the beginning).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Include all forms of income and divide expenditure into categories like rent/mortgage, entertainment, household expenses, insurances, transport etc. Anything else is not a budget but fantasy. So set out a personal budget for yourself, either as a computer spreadsheet or on paper. Add all income in one column and then expenditure in another.

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Graduation Making Emergency Fund Budgeting 210

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. I want my family to enjoy life, but we also have some pretty serious financial goals that we are trying to achieve. Fixed categories are things like your mortgage/rent, insurance premiums, and car payments.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

We usually go with one empty credit card, put everything on that ONE card so it’s easy to keep track of, and try our best not to go over our spending goal. Having our own car means we don’t have to rent one and we can bring a LOT from home. Never get insurance through the rental car company if you rent a car.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 6, 2020

Our small business was going well, so we said so long to renting office space and purchased a commercial property in the summer of 2012. Leading up to it, we thought we were golden. We’d survived the dip in 2007, carried no credit card debt, and we were contributing to our retirement. Yep, life was good.

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Debt Emergency Fund 2007 2020 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Have a goal, develop a plan and use it to make your choices – the ones that lead to moving your plan forward. Do a financial analysis to determine if buying a home will move you towards your financial goals or away from them. Factors That Help You Make A Good Decision. Starting with the end in mind. Researching your options.

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Making Home Financial Goals At&T 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2015

Set aside as much as you can for your retirement years now, if you haven’t already met those goals. Now, before things really start to decline, is a good time to set and meet those health goals. Set the expectation that they won’t be able to live at their parents house, rent free for years after they finish school.

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Money Kids and Family Home and Garden Parenting 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

He has paid a price to win with hard work and sacrifice to reach his goals, and I truly admire him for that. Renting, not having super nice furniture or cars, having mismatched dishes and bedding. If married, who initiated the debt free goal? What are your financial goals now? We completely started over. I am very happy.

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Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

UltimateSmartMoney: 3 Important Tips for Home Renters – Follow these 3 important tips when looking to rent a home. Faithful With A Few: Why Do We Often Fail To Push Ourselves To Meet Goals? It’s not even that we are afraid to work hard to meet our goals. Budgeting in the Fun Stuff: The Dollar Challenge – 20?s

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. These are all important to help define the goals they would like to meet.” “These are all important to help define the goals they would like to meet.” Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Is location the top priority?

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Buy Buying Credit 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

We went by train, rented a car to see the sights at Yellowstone and flew back home. While you may get tense and have a few arguments (my family always did), your goal is to enjoy the ride. I search around the internet, use atlas information and check out travel books in the library and bookstore.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

.” Dividend Growth Investor from Dividend Growth Investor shares how Dividend losers focus on excuses that prevent them from achieving their goals of financial freedom. Dividend Winners on the other hand, focus on creating specific goals, and the steps to make them a reality.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

And if you’re worried about being able to save enough of your earnings to meet your retirement goals , building wealth through passive income is a strategy that might appeal to you, too. 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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Money Making Real Estate Rent 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

I could barely afford my $600 rent payment, which was in a horrible neighborhood. 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. Who initiated the debt free goal? What are your financial goals now?

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

If you’re not on track, calculate how much more you need to reach your goal and start putting together a plan. Consider a trial run in a new place Consider renting a place for six months to ensure you have a community there. Saavedra recommends starting with a retirement calculator to see if you’re on track.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Although you could buy real estate and stocks or other investments before building that backing, what happens if you can’t make the mortgage payment, or have to sell the stocks at a loss to buy groceries or pay the rent? To me, money in a CD or savings account has always been for specific shorter term goals.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Or, you could buy property of your own (if you have the business funding, of course) becoming a property manager or landlord, renting out the space to tenants, maintaining the property and serving as their point of contact for any potential issues.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. This could be your rent/mortgage, utilities, loan payments, anything that has a due date. Necessary expenses could be: – Home: Mortgage/rent, utilities, insurance, taxes, necessary repairs.

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