We’re already well into the New Year and doing our best to make the most of every day. One of my “resolutions” was to make sure to provide more updates on our family’s adventures . . . so without further ado, please enjoy our first “Monday Medley” of 2018. …
I often tout the benefits of side hustling. There are so many different options and hustling is a great way to use time usually spent watching television. Additional income can speed up your debt payoff and/or investment efforts, but side hustles aren’t for everyone. We all want …
We increased our principal debt payment from $20,000 to $25,000 last year. It might not seem like a lot, but our income was lower due to having twin boys in May. One of the ways we were able to do so well paying off debt, is thanks to excellent credit …
It’s that special time of year for personal finance bloggers – time to update your debt payoff and/or net worth numbers. While commenters often say it’s nice to read these posts for the transparency, the best part for me is being able to look back and see how far we’ve …
Welcome to 2018! I don’t know about you, but I’ve never been very good about sticking with New Year’s resolutions. Instead, I’ve found success in setting more-general goals for myself, along with deciding on a one-word theme to frame my priorities for the New Year. My focus word for 2018 …
After celebrating Christmas more than thirty times, it seems that each year brings special lessons. Some carry more significance, like the first one without Christmas Eve dinner at Grandpa and Grandma’s house. Others are a little less profound, but still important, such as how much booze to add to your …
Yes, you read that correctly. Mr. Smith and I finally attempted a date night out of the house about seven months after having the twins. We kept it a frugal date night, but it was quite the adventure. I hope that we won’t wait so long to go out again, …
When it comes to money, and most other things in life, you have to force yourself to think outside the box. As we continue on our journey out of debt and to financial semi-independence, I’m constantly trying to what costs are truly necessary. One expense to consider is …
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It is truly amazing how much life can change in just a few months. Finding a new job with more flexibility has allowed our family to regain a sense of balance and catch up on life. While we remain committed to achieving financial semi-independence, I have a new goal of …
