by Austin | Sep 23, 2021 | Budgeting, Buying Tips, Debt, Family, Finances, Lifestyle
It’s official…we are completely debt free!!! Last week we paid off the mortgage and couldn’t be more excited. Especially since our plan was to pay off the 15yr loan in 7yrs…and we did it in less than 5!! To be honest, though, I’m still...
by Austin | Mar 11, 2021 | Budgeting, Buying Tips, Finances, Lifestyle
I’ve always been labeled a tightwad. I don’t like to spend more money than I have to and I’m often more hesitant to spend money period. I’ve been made fun of…but I’ve also been able to buy things with cash that most people rely on debt to acquire. I only mention...
by Austin | Feb 24, 2021 | Buying Tips, Debt, Family, Finances, Lifestyle, Saving & Investing
When I was a kid, my dad had a skilsaw. Anytime he used it, he made sure we stayed far away so we wouldn’t get hit by flying debris or get a hand close to the blade by accident. He knew how powerful that tool was and how much damage it could do if it was used...
by Austin | Feb 10, 2021 | Budgeting, Buying Tips, Lifestyle, Saving & Investing
Habits are hard to start and even harder to break, typically. But it’s not your fault. It’s often a result of the wrong process to start or break such actions. Have you ever started budgeting but missed a month or two and then gave up? Maybe you worked...
by Austin | Aug 24, 2020 | Budgeting, Buying Tips, Insurance, Saving & Investing, Taxes
Part 4 of 4 part series You’ve saved up your money, you’ve found the perfect neighborhood, and you can actually afford to make the monthly payments without being stressed. It’s time to buy, right? Not quite… Just because you can afford the loan...
by Austin | Aug 17, 2020 | Budgeting, Buying Tips, Debt, Lifestyle, Saving & Investing
Part 3 of 4 part series Once you’ve put yourself in a good financial position and determined where you do or don’t want to live, it’s time to get practical in your home buying journey The bottom line is you have to be able to afford your house....
