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4 Reasons to Get a Jeep

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Having a car can make your life a lot more convenient and even fun. This is especially the case if you buy the right vehicle, as it can go on to save you money by being efficient. Remember that you should do thorough research before you settle for any vehicles. If you’ve decided on a Jeep, here are four solid reasons why this is the best decision for you to make.

1. You’ll Be Part of a Community

It’s not a secret that the Jeep community is one of the best that any driver could belong to. The fact that it’s easy enough to spot a Jeep on the road thanks to their unique designs makes it easy to appreciate other Jeep drivers whenever you pass them on the road. This means that you can enjoy driving a safe and beautiful vehicle while you take part in a shared experience with other people. This is a welcome benefit, given that discrimination has played a massive role in tearing people apart from each other and making it hard to form communities. On this note, keep in mind that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 sought to stop discrimination based on national origin, sex, religion, color, and race.

2. Jeeps Are Quite Stylish

As mentioned, Jeeps typically have beautiful designs that make them some of the best vehicles for people with an eye for style. This is something that rings true for many people based on the fact that in 2021, 204,609 Jeep Wranglers were sold. There are a number of designs to choose from, depending on the look and qualities that you want. As such, it’s easy to get exactly what you want in a Jeep, especially if you’ve owned one before and enjoy its overall style.

3. Jeeps Are Amazing for Off-Roading

For people who love to drive in rough and rugged terrain off-roads, a Jeep is the perfect vehicle for them. That’s because they not only offer amazing handling but also promise a number of add-ons that can make them even more useful off the road than they already are. Even if you have no intention to go driving off the road, a Jeep is still the best vehicle to get because it can handle the harsh weather conditions that most parts of the country see with changing seasons. This is something that a good number of people can benefit from, and that you can be sure is the main motivation behind most Jeep purchases. In fact, you can be sure that the roughly 17 million light trucks and cars sold in the United States in 2018 had an impressive number of Jeeps among them.

4. Jeeps Have a Large Aftermarket

Finally, Jeeps have a large and thriving aftermarket. This means that getting parts or even reselling the entire car is something that’s easy to do. As the owner of a Jeep, you can be sure that if you ever decide to sell it, you’ll get an amazing price for it. That’s because these are American-made vehicles that are made to be durable and hard-wearing. Given the fact that they’re quite economical to repair and keep in good shape, it’s easy to see why many people continue to choose them.

If you were unsure about whether to get a Jeep, these four reasons should convince you. This is going to be a great use for your money because you’ll secure an amazing vehicle that you’ll love for all it has to offer. Whether you buy a new one or one that’s been used, you can get amazing quality and enjoy your purchase for a long time to come.

Debt Snowball Method – A Free Tool

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Debt Snowball Method - A Free Tool

They say hindsight is 20/20 and I would definitely agree with that. I think we can all agree that I could have been out of debt far earlier if I would have just chosen a plan and stuck to it. While our life has really been what I consider a grand adventure and roller coaster ride, I wish I knew then what I know now.

I thought I would share a resource that I actually found way back then, but never fully utilized or stuck to. The debt snowball Excel template. I’m not sure what motivated me to go looking for this all those years ago. But I’ve used this same one every time I’ve become reinvigorated to get out of debt.

Debt Reduction Calculator: Excel Template from https://www.vertex42.com/Calculators/debt-reduction-calculator.html

Debt Reduction Calculator: Excel Template

If you scroll about halfway down the page, you will be able to download for free the Excel template. They have paid versions further down, but I don’t know what they include. I’ve only ever used this free version. (There are no affiliate links here, no tracking, just a link to a spreadsheet I use to this day.)

The screenshot above shows where you enter your data and then on another tab, it shows you exactly how much to send to each debt every month. And gives you a slot to enter any extra payments (that are always to go to your primary debt goal that month.) It’s a really great tool. And every time I “restart” the payoff journey I updated on my numbers and the date.

Do it now, sacrifice now

I wish I had stuck to this plan all those years ago. I wish I knew how good getting out of debt would feel. It would have been life-changing in so many ways.

While I feel like I’m finally making good strides I want to encourage anyone else who is just starting this journey or starting it again as I have many times… to stick to it. Do it now. Sacrifice now. Wait on those purchases. Wait on those trips. Your kids don’t need everything and to do everything.

Here I am with my kids almost gone, having struggled ALL THEIR LIVES and I’m just now getting to a place where I wanted to be when they were young. Make the hard choices now. You will thank yourself, I promise. And use this great tool as a guide.

Lastly, if you want a comprehensive article on the debt snowball method, you might consider reading Founder’s article on the Debt Snowball Versus The Debt Avalanche Method.  Its comprehensive and worth the read.