After a whirlwind move out of homeownership and back into renting in the summer of 2023, followed by several months of house hunting with failed offers and almost no inventory, we are currently under contract on a home in Illinois.It will mean lots of change for our family and we dive into how this house is different (but also better!) than the wishlist we had for our family.Subscribe to follow along with our process here as well as on Instagram: www.instagram.com/debtfree.momNeed a budget by pay period to organize your income and expenses into a plan that matches your bank account? Get the bestseller $9 Debt Free Mom budget template here!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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80. Wealth is a Mindset with Shang Saavedra
Today's guest is Shang Saavedra. She comes on the show to discuss her new book Wealth is a Mindset. Shang is an author, coach, and the Founder and CEO of Save My Cents.Shang's Website: www.savemycents.comFollow Shang on InstagramPurchase the book Wealth is a Mindset---------------------Interested in the magical Little Green Machine mentioned in the episode? Check it out here!Stay in touch with Debt Free Mom by joining our newsletter list! We send emails less than 3 times per month and only when we have something we really want to share!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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79. Feed the Family: Nothing Bad will Happen
Today's episode kicks off our Feed the Family month! I talk about food spending and realistic meals for families all year long, but I like to take one month per year to narrow in on the mom math and realistic planning of feeding the family well!40 Aprons Butternut Squash ChiliPinch of Yum Kale Peanut Crunch SaladJoin the Care Creates Community as we hold each other accountable to feeding our family well this month! We'll be holding a Bingo challenge for creative ways to feed the family on a budget and there will be a drawing for 2 $100 Gift Cards for anyone who completes a bingo!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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78. Smart Car Buying with The Car Mom, Kelly Stumpe
Kelly Stumpe aka the Car Mom takes a cheerleader approach to helping moms and families choose their next car confidently. Her enthusiasm for the car industry combined with her expertise as a car salesperson, mom of 4, and child passenger safety technician all come together to make her the voice I listen to for all things cars!You can find The Car Mom on instagram for daily stories, car tours, and the latest industry infoHer website offers car buying resources as well as consultations to help you choose your next car.The Carpool Podcast with Kelly and Lizz is your mom break from entertaining and lighthearted conversations about everything from movies and recipes to car news and parties.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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77. What Kyle is Looking for in a House
A few weeks ago I shared what I'm looking for in a house. I wanted to include Kyle on that episode but he was completely out of commission sick with the flu! So this week he comes on the podcast to share his thoughts: what we are both looking for but also where we have different priorities. If you feel like you're not making the best use of your paycheck, try the Debt Free Mom Budget Template. It's a one time cost of $9, includes space for your whole year in one document, and comes with a couple tutorial videos to get you started. Join over 7,000 other people who have downloaded this template and start budgeting confidently today!I'm 6 months into a commitment to buy 10 items or less on Amazon. Each month I save what I bought to a list and you can see exactly what I've bought here!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On the Debt Free Mom Podcast, we answer the everyday questions that keep you from experiencing progress and contentment in your home finances. Host Carly Hill (aka Debt Free Mom) sits down with a guest and dives into a specific roadblock in their money management. Each episode uncovers the reality of where your money is going, builds a realistic plan for reaching your goals, and establishes the healthy money mindsets needed to make that plan stick.Want to join Carly as a guest on the show to get answers to your money questions? Visit DFMpodcast.com for more info.Connect with Carly on Instagram @debtfree.mom, and check out the best-selling pay period budget template at debtfreemom.co/template.
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