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5 Reasons We Try to Follow Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps
If you have read our blog for very long, you know that we are big fans of Dave Ramsey. We own two of his books (Financial Peace Revisited and The Total Money Makeover), have been to a live event, led a Financial Peace University class at Lebanon Road, and I also listen to the podcast each day. Beyond just “knowing” the stuff, we also try to follow his plan. [If you are unfamiliar with Ramsey’s “Baby Steps” plan, here is a great overview.] There are many ways to handle money, but we like Ramsey’s plan. Here are 5 reasons why. 1. The approach is common sense based, and has a…
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Friday Links Roundup: Car Shopping…Again Edition
After my recent accident, the insurance company gave me a rental car for a few days. Today, that time runs out, and I have to get serious about another car. I’ve been looking, but I have to be very careful right now for several reasons. One, of course, is that I want a decent car for a very little price. I plan on buying another older car that will last a year or two. So far, doing that has really helped out our budget. Also, though, I have to be careful because of the recent flooding. Finding a used car isn’t hard, but I have to be careful that it’s…
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Friday Links Roundup: FPU Edition
If you’ve read this blog often at all, you know that Leah and I are big fans of Dave Ramsey’s “Baby Steps.” We are using those steps and a lot of prayer to do things God’s way with money. Sunday, we will begin teaching a Financial Peace University class here at Lebanon Road. About 15 members are involved, and we hope to do this every few months for other members. Please pray that this class will help many learn how to handle money God’s way! On to the links for this week. 1. Today is September 11, and many are taking a few moments to reflect on the events of…
