Spending more quality time together as a family is a major why in choosing to pursue FIRE. These posts are all about marriage and/or parenting on the path to financial independence.
One of my most popular posts on the blog to date has been on how much money kids cost and whether raising kids is really as expensive as everyone says it is. Within that post, I shared a deep dive into the USDA’s most recent report on the average costs of raising a kid, and…
Keeping it short and sweet today with the announcement of a new interview series: FIRE with Kids! I’ll begin sharing the stories of families who are pursing or planning to pursue financial independence with kids later this summer. Now looking for interviewees! Read on for more about this series, including how to connect with me…
The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time of year, but sometimes they can be stressful and too expensive. Here are 14 ways to have yourself a merry (frugal) Christmas without blowing the budget. Gift Giving 1. Set a budget early Take some time before the holiday season to decide who you will buy gifts…
Once you reach adulthood, you begin to hear about how expensive children are. Better start saving up! But how much do kids really cost? Our daughter recently turned five. Everyone who says that they days are long, but the years fly by is absolutely correct. After being inspired by a post on the Modern FImily’s…
Want to save money and eat healthier? You probably already know that eating out less is one of the easiest ways. But it can be overwhelming, and sometimes you’re just craving comfort food to take home and eat in front of the TV. Learning to master the art of the “takeout fake out” can help…
