Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

The PA governor has shut down all non-essential businesses indefinitely and we’ve now been ordered to stay at home unless traveling to essential jobs, needed supplies, or outdoor exercise as long as we practice social distancing. I have written often about the importance of an emergency fund. Post-coronavirus, not so much!

Budgeting 246

Budgeting Budget Family Debt 246

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Now, all of a sudden, we had enough money that we could try nicer restaurants. I like travel. This means that after we take care of retirement and emergency fund contributions, and after everything else is taken care of, we have enough to do what we like. We make plenty!” Of course, we like to have fun, too.

San Francisco 248

San Francisco Emergency Fund Money Utah 248

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Is there enough left in the entertainment category to go to a restaurant? My retirement account contribution, emergency fund contribution, car payments, utility bills, and mortgage are all set up so that they are paid automatically each month. We want an emergency fund. Travel, which my son and I enjoy.

Emergency Fund 202

Emergency Fund Budgeting Budget Psychology 202

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

We will continue to save for travel and it is already part of our budget. We have some home projects that we need to do and we have already set aside the funds. Restaurants. Restaurants are a budget buster for us, so I’ll need to be extra diligent at this. We work hard and really relish our time away. Home Projects.

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Goals 2016 Debt 100

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

I’ve compiled this awesome list of over 60 tips to help you save money on groceries, around the house, traveling and so much more! 7 Easy Ways to Save on Travel by Living A Frugal Life. Five Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund FAST! Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy.

Saving Money 71

Saving Money Frugal Money Thrifty 71

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

7 Easy Ways to Save on Travel by Living A Frugal Life. Five Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund FAST! Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy. 10 Tips for getting Family Travel Deals by Pays2Save. Which is Better? by Deals From MS Do. by Melissa’s Bargains.

Saving Money 40

Saving Money Frugal Money Thrifty 40

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

We bought a used pop-up several years ago and it was one of the best decisions for our family We absolutely adore camping, and we’d like to upgrade to a travel trailer. We don’t travel extensively, but we do like to get away. Restaurants. Save a starter Home Emergency Fund. Save for a camper upgrade.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113