Student loans get a bad rap. Yes they can set you up to fail at net worth, but they are not the worst thing in the world. I graduated from college strapped with debt but I also had a degree and was able to get out from under the “life-sentence” that everyone treats student debt as. I paid off my ... Read More about My Student Debt Payoff Plan – $30k in 5 years
10 essential tools for DIY home improvements
Whether you live in a fixer upper or bought the house turn-key, all of our humble abodes will experience some wear & tear and fall victim to outdatedness eventually. But those necessary home improvements can be daunting, either because of the cost to hire a pro or because of the neverending list ... Read More about 10 essential tools for DIY home improvements
How to remove a load bearing wall – DIY kitchen renovation
Over the years of planning my kitchen renovation, I had strong feelings about removing the main wall separating the kitchen and living room. But every time I shared my vision with a visitor I’d get resounding “oooo you better make sure that’s not load bearing”s and flip all my energy into not ... Read More about How to remove a load bearing wall – DIY kitchen renovation
How to start an emergency fund… like, right now
Building an emergency fund is the first step to financial stability, and financial stability feels goooood. Real good. The idea looks different to everyone (some people want a million dollars, others only want a thousand), but the basis is the same. Safety. Money has a way of making us feel ... Read More about How to start an emergency fund… like, right now
DIY Portable Toddler Ballet Barre
My sweet baby girl just turned 4 but she has been begging for ballet lessons over the last year, at least. Sadly, all of the classes in my area are not friendly to the working mom folk and are all at like 3pm on Wednesdays??? Totally nuts, but whatever because we're all stuck inside these days ... Read More about DIY Portable Toddler Ballet Barre