decision-making

Holding Off on Any Major Financial Decisions for the Moment

Although I have been struggling with a major financial decision for the last 6 months, I have finally concluded that the cons outweigh the pros at the moment and that I’m going to hold off on doing anything major quite yet.

Divorce Papers Are With the Judge

An update on the status of my divorce and finances.

Financial Impact of Divorce Posts Will Come Later

Blogging during a divorce can be tricky. To protect my financial interests, I’ve made the decision to limit how much I tell until after the divorce is final. Just in case.

Divorce & Money Book Teaches How to Make the Best Financial Decisions During Divorce

There are a lot of good reviews of this book, so if you’re in a situation where you need some financial advice for a divorce, this book is an excellent option.

An Emergency Fund is Important

If you are debating the wisdom of paying off debt versus saving for an emergency, I would advise you to put some money away. At least the minimal $1,000. Preferably more.

My Financial Future To Be

The impact of divorce on my finances and how this is not the end but the beginning of a better financial future for me… Eventually.

Emergency Fund Funding and Extra Payments

An update on my emergency fund funding and extra debt payments.

New Year, New Resolutions

Life changes have meant short-term goal changes but getting out of debt entirely is still my main target.

An alternative debt snowball method

Spouses don’t always agree or cooperate when we decide to pay off our debt but there might be a way around that when it comes to the debt snowball…

Are rewards for successfully paying down debt a good idea?

Rewards might be a necessary and deserved part of any debt reduction plan.

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