Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 24, 2021

They can cause a panic, especially when just one bill is into the four figures, like our property taxes or auto insurance! Our home owner’s insurance, auto insurance, and local real-estate taxes (for our home and our business property) are due, and on top of that, there have been years where we also owed the Federal government.

Bills 130

Bills Budgeting Budget Emergency Fund 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Many years ago, our cash flow sucked, we put Christmas on a credit card, and I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay for a large tax bill. A zero-based budget is planning for every single dollar of after-tax income. Also, my friend, Raki, offers a free blank calendar page if you sign up for her email newsletter.

Budgeting 133

Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

As part of his baby steps, he does not advocate contributing to retirement until after you’ve paid off non-mortgage debts and saved 3-6 months of expenses in an emergency fund. We didn’t stop going to the gym, but my husband figured out how to get a free membership, freeing up $67/month.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130