Don't mean to brag, I just don't feel comfortable sharing this with friends and family,
As of today, my wife and I are debt free!

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That is a tremendous accomplishment. Congratulations!!

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Amazing! That’s definitely something to celebrate 🎉

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Brag away.

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Kudos to you and the family!

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Does this include your mortgage (if you own a house)? Either way, well done!!

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It was my car, we still have the mortgage. So with the money we're saving from our debt payments, we're gonna invest most (80% or so), then use the rest to pay off the mortgage early

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Awesome! Great work! Brag away!

Also, for real don’t be afraid to tell others in your life. Always good to have at least one or two folks that can help build you up and motivate you

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