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Author: Sandy Smith

I started this blog years ago as a way of keeping myself accountable to my own debt reduction plans. Now I'm using this site to help others get out of debt, and learn about personal finance so that they can live their best lives.

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My Debt Story Interview

I had the opportunity to speak with Gerri Detweiler the credit expert at Talk Credit Radio about my debt story. I spoke…

July 16, 2013

Off The Reservation

College Degrees Are Sometimes Bullshit

I’m going off the reservation again. This is all stream of consciousness, so, I’m apologizing up front. The other half and I…

July 15, 2013

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Take the Stress Out of Retirement Planning

If you’re not good at saving money, saving for your retirement can be stressful and overwhelming. But don’t let the pressure get…

July 10, 2013

News

Student Loan Rates Double

Planning on taking out student loans? On July 1, 2013, subsidized Federal Stafford student loan interest rates doubled from 3.4% to 6.8%…

July 1, 2013

Why You Should Invest and Not Pay Off Your Mortgage Early

Investing

5 Ways to Invest Your Money

Are you currently in a position to invest? Congratulations! This is a very exciting time for you and I’m sure you have…

July 1, 2013

Save Money

How to Mitigate Spending

Despite the recession, many people have still enjoyed comfortable lifestyles where they can pick up new gadgets and re-dress themselves on a…

June 23, 2013

Partner Posts

Ecologically Sound Ways To Reduce Your Living Costs

The entire world is struggling with inflation. Some countries have recuperated from the economic catastrophe while others are still months or perhaps…

June 22, 2013

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