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Interviewed by Debt Discipline
Did you ever want to know more about Simple Cheap Mom? Well it’s your lucky day. Today I was interviewed over at Debt Discipline. The Debt Discipline blog follows a family who has recently finished paying off over $100,000 of debt. They’re now shifting their focus to building their wealth and it’s very inspirational and […] More
in lifehackPlanning and a Promotion
My Mr. has a steady government job. It’s got great benefits, a pension, and a salary that can support a family without a second income. We both feel very lucky that he has his job. He was hired to take on a special project. Over the years, the position has shifted away from the work […] More
in lifehackThis is NOT Another Comparison of Budgeting Apps
When I shared that we’ve signed up for the MoneyStepper Savings Challenge, I let you all know that we’d be picking a new budgeting tool for 2015. Our latest system involves a spreadsheet that only tracks “high risk” budget categories and it’s been driving me nuts that we’re not tracking our full financial picture. I […] More
in lifehack5 Reasons To Consider Paying Off Your Mortgage
Much of personal finance is common sense. We know we should spend less than we make. We know we should avoid credit card debts. But there are some choices that we needa to make that aren’t so clear. Whether to use extra money to pay off your mortgage or to invest in one of those […] More
in lifehack50% Savings Rate Challenge Accepted
One of the questions I’ve asked myself since starting this site is how much of our personal finances I’m prepared to share with the world. Does it actually add to the conversation if I share our budget, incomes, spending, debt levels, and net worth? One of the financial goals that I have decided to share […] More
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How To Cut Your Own Hair
How to cut own hair ( how to trim your hair ) It’s pretty standard for frugal guys to buzz their own hair. A set of hair clippers can be as cheap as just one haircut. I’ve noticed something recently. I’ll read an article about how to cut hair yourself and then there will be […] More
in lifehackPlanning and a Promotion
My Mr. has a steady government job. It’s got great benefits, a pension, and a salary that can support a family without a second income. We both feel very lucky that he has his job. He was hired to take on a special project. Over the years, the position has shifted away from the work […] More
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