Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 15, 2017

I had no idea how easy health care was for us until I left that corporate job. Upon leaving, I switched to COBRA to cover us until we sorted through our options. In 2004 when we were researching policies, we weren’t parents yet, but fully intended on having children. Also, I never had a deductible when on a group plan.

Health Insurance 100

Health Insurance Insurance Health 2003 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 26, 2014

Only 32 percent of Americans prepare a monthly budget, according to a Gallup poll taken in June 2013. Creating a short-term budget and long-term financial plan can not only help you get out of debt once and for all, but they can also guide you to economic independence and prosperity. Build a Budget & Emergency Fund.

Emergency Fund 71

Emergency Fund Goals 2008 Debt 71

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

As open enrollment nears for many health insurance plans, I thought this would be a great time to give you an update on Medi-Share, the health sharing ministry that we are using in place of traditional health insurance. Health insurance has been a long winding road for us over the last few years. Yay for discounts!

2017 100

2017 Health Insurance September Insurance 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

That was a hit to our budget, but we reworked our numbers to find the funds and make it fit. We felt we didn’t have a choice, and we put the issue behind us. We started using it in January 2017 and I wrote all about it, so I won’t rehash it all here. Total discount from using in network providers: $28,291.29 (27%).

Health Insurance 113

Health Insurance Insurance 2017 Bills 113