…Stealing Their Name!! How we got married and stuck to a budget. There are many ways that one can stay on budget while planning life events, but I’m here to talk about the three that helped us. The cost of a wedding can quickly get out of control if you’re Read more…
The 3 most important reasons I decided to search for a new job after 15 grueling years with the same company.
Helping People Through Coaching! With all the major events happening lately, the average person needs help now more than ever. Help from a personal finance coach that is… So… I’ve decided to help!! What makes me qualified, you ask? Ironically, both my lack of education and my passion to learn Read more…
Why is discussing finances with your family so difficult? 1. Talking with Your Partner Bob and I came into this relationship with a transparent mindset towards all aspects of our relationship, so it really helped with communicating about money. We recommend weekly, open, and honest financial discussions between partners. It’s Read more…
Perfect opportunity! When we started our life together we rented a room from a friend who had extra space and could use the additional income. It was the “perfect timing opportunity.” One year later we started looking for a house of our own. When we realized it was a good Read more…
We did our own roof replacement. BEFORE The front of the house is under a magnificent, old oak tree that causes moss. The back of the house had some broken shingles but wasn’t a huge disaster. These pictures were taken one and a half years after we moved in. The Read more…
40% of Americans can’t come up with $400 if there was an emergency. Start Your Emergency FUND! Let’s look at a few things that we use our emergency fund for. Vacancies mean lost income! Fortunately, our only tenant is a teacher and was able to continue teaching online. But what Read more…
How We Stumbled Across the Financial Independence Community…Accidentally After Bob and I purchased our house, we started to think more seriously about money and saving. I got curious about listening to podcasts regarding finances, so I took iHeartRadio’s suggestion and found How To Money. Meet Matt and Joel! I immediately Read more…
We have started this website to share with you what we’ve done, and what we’re doing to achieve independence, that will allow us to retire before we’re 60. But we are not experts, nor will we ever claim to be. Even the hosts of the numerous podcasts we listen to Read more…
I grew up without a dad, and my mom was a small business owner who worked at home, mostly. We lived in rental properties, and we moved every two years during my younger years, and finally settled into a rental house just before I started fifth grade. I stayed there, Read more…