Jackie Willyard on budgeting
From How Jackie Paid Off Nearly $100,000 Of Debt To Become Debt Free · · His And Her Money
“We started tithing 5% at the top of our budget, which was scary at first, but later increased to 10% after reflecting on scripture, trusting that money is God's and we are just stewards.”
On , Jackie Willyard, Senior Vice President of Operations at WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORP/DE, spoke about budgeting during How Jackie Paid Off Nearly $100,000 Of Debt To Become Debt Free on His And Her Money.
About Jackie Willyard
Jackie Willyard, then known as Jackie Freeman, appeared on the "His and Her Money Show" in 2017 to discuss how she and her husband paid off nearly $100,000 in debt. She stated that the debt included their home, several vehicles, student loans, credit cards, and a home improvement loan. She said the process took 27 months to pay off over $50,000, and that they eliminated credit card use, tithed a portion of their income, and focused on reducing expenses like their grocery budget. Willyard noted that communication was key to their success and that they faced obstacles such as their son's multiple surgeries but avoided taking on new debt. Willyard described the experience as freeing, allowing her to pursue goals like qualifying for the Boston Marathon. She attributed their financial discipline to trust in God and advised others to take "baby steps," emphasizing that consistent small actions can lead to significant progress over time.