In the last few months, time has seemed to pass by slowly and quickly all at once. Have you ever felt this way before? It’s a strange sensation. As Brian and I wrap up the second quarter of the year,
It’s no secret that I am a reformed cheapskate. I used to cheap out on all kinds of things: food, clothing, utilities, toilet paper—the list can go on. It took some time and practice to understand the difference between being
Three months down, nine more to go. The first quarter of the year has been a busy one. To be quite honest, as I think back on Q1 , I realize how much of it has been a blur! I
How did your taxes turn out this year? If you haven’t finished them yet, you have until April 18th to file them! Brian and I wrapped up our taxes a few weeks ago. It’s a nice weight off our shoulders,
Do your workweeks ever seem to fly by in a blur? Whether you’re heads-down focused on a single task or running around like crazy, things can feel hectic during the week. Errands, chores, and other tasks tend to pile up
How would you like to enjoy your holidays? As we move into November, Brian and I are looking forward to slowing down. This will be our first slow holiday season together. Despite my intentions of creating quiet holidays, they’ve always
The end of the year is on the horizon. With just over two months left, it’s a great time to check in on your financial commitments and forecast. Holiday expenses, insurance options, and overall future planning are often part of
Growing up, I always heard that you should expect to put down 20% of the purchase price when you are ready to buy a home. A down payment is the upfront cost you pay out-of-pocket rather than borrowing. This amount
Brian and I are in the throes of planning our Italian getaway. With a few months to go, we are finally narrowing down our route and starting to look at train tickets. We originally planned to rent a car, but