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I’m always eager to wrap up the month’s budget and move on to budgeting for the next month. The eagerness most often comes because we have a financial goal that we’re working on. Having a goal brings greater purpose to things that might feel mundane or tedious (apparently not everyone thinks managing money is fun!). I love having leftover money in budget categories at the end of the month. Those remaining funds can go straight […]
As you can imagine, a lot of planning is required to reach early retirement. Despite all the planning, projections, and running different scenarios, there will always be some level of uncertainty when it comes to … Read more
Every spring, we start opening windows, clearing clutter, and refreshing our homes after the long winter months. But there’s something else that needs a little spring cleaning too… Your budget. The truth is that even the best budgets start to drift over time. Spending habits change, small subscriptions sneak in, and what worked three months ago might not work today. That’s why March is the perfect time for a simple financial reset. You don’t need […]
How to prepare for uncertainty: what to store, grow and learn to help you when the world is falling apart. The post How to Prepare on a Budget When the World is Falling Apart appeared first on The Thrifty Issue.
Enjoying a comfortable retirement lifestyle shouldn’t mean sacrificing or being overly cheap after years of saving for these golden years. You may have saved a bunch for retirement, but you want your money to last through your retirement, which could last more than 20 years and may require lifestyle adjustments. Using our frugal retirement tips will help you enjoy your life more. What is Frugal Living? Choosing a frugal lifestyle doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy […]
Last year I shared how my husband and I planned our budget for our first trip to Cuba. We followed up with our actual spending and how it compared with what we had planned. Here’s the next chapter: we’re planning to bring the whole family (including all six kids) for a return trip to Cuba soon. I’ll keep you updated along the way, we’ll start with the financial plan for our upcoming visit. I can’t […]
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🎙️Episode #478 – If homes in your city cost $2M and don’t cash flow, you don’t have to quit investing. Learn how investors build rental portfolios… The post If Your City Is Too Expensive to Buy Rentals, Do This Instead appeared first on Coach Carson.
We discovered our gas stove has cost about $3K in utility fees since we moved in, started on our baby buying spree, and got lucky with a huge capital gain! Continue reading Crazy Gas Surprise, Baby Buys & Investment Surge (Jan. 2026) at TicTocLife.
Happy belated Valentines Day! It’s the end of February. We are two months into 2026. I feel like New Year’s was yesterday. Time truly does wait for no one. So you have to decide not only how you want to spend your time, but also your money. It’s the age old question: Do I live for today or save for tomorrow? We know most folks would rather splurge on experiences such as Beyonce or Taylor […]