There are all kinds of posts & articles about getting out of debt. What do you do once you've reached the goal? Imagine (if you can) paying that very last payment. You cut up the credit cards. You paid extra on the mortgage. You've scrimped and saved and paid every last bit of money you could possibly squeeze through those pesky monthly bills and unexpected expenses. Now, maybe you feel like you should have some extra money sitting around waiting to be spent... If you're past the point of that delusion (because a delusion it certaintly is!) then you may be expecting the next tax refund or something similar to be 'free & clear' to spend.
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Living debt-free does have its grand advantages but it won't just automatically present you with extra cash laying around. Now that you don't have to put every last penny on interest laden debt though, you will have some breathing room. If you don't want to be tempted to spend beyond your means here are some ideas:
These are some wonderful ideas for living the debt-free, frugal life. I hope if you are in debt you are working on getting out. Here is an exceptional resource to help:
- Develop frugal habits. Jennifer at The Intentional Mom has a ton of excellent ideas for helping develop habits in frugal living.
- Homestead living creates a necessity of frugality. Just Plain Marie gives practical advice on living a life of pure simplicity.
- For general tips, ideas, and even recipes check More Than a Homeschool Mom (formerly More Than a Coupon Queen). She has a knack of helping you pinpoint your personal budget busters.
- Katie gives ideas for Loving Your Spouse on a Budget at Paradise Praises.
These are some wonderful ideas for living the debt-free, frugal life. I hope if you are in debt you are working on getting out. Here is an exceptional resource to help:
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