Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

We had our daughters later in life and at a crucial time in our lives, I stopped our retirement contribution. We paid our bills on time, never carried credit card debt from month to month, but in that moment we could not pay our bills. I had to cut something from our spending and do it quickly.

Goals 100

Goals Debt Renovation Daughter 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 18, 2011

When we got home, my daughter went to get her wallet. She counted out 5 $1 dollar bills and was ecstatic when she realized she had a dollar left. This was literally the first conversation we have had about money. I will buy it for you, but you're going to have to pay me back when we get home. Do you understand?", 5 yo : "OK!"

Money 138

Money Equal Grandfather Daughter 138

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

I’m busy raising my daughters with my 50-something husband, managing our small business, and writing my blog. ” Her comment was echoed by another (in real life) conversation I was having with a different friend who is sending a child off to college this fall. Start Saving for your Emergency Fund TODAY!

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finance Debt 100