May 2010

DFA Link Rally: Gardening Saves Money

May 31, 2010
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We love how gardening saves us money and feeds us well. Here are a few links along with our garden plans for the 2010… what about you?

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How Much Our Debt Costs – March, April, May 2010

May 25, 2010
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Monthly report showing how much money we pay toward interest on debt each month. Although we still pay $37.08/day we are spending $10/day less than when we started our Debt Free Adventure! Come check out the details…

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401(k) Contributions With Outstanding Debt

May 21, 2010

Should one contribute to a 401(k) with existing debt? Maybe contributions should be changed to pay of debt faster? Let’s take a look…

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Save Money on Gas – Buy a Scooter

May 18, 2010
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Trying to think of different ways to save money on gas? Why not save money and buy a scooter? I did… and here’s why you should too.

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DFA Link Rally: Watching The Kids

May 15, 2010

This weekend we are watching our niece and nephew so their parents have some good alone time. Here are some links to a few good articles.

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Car Repairs – Scrap it, Park it, or Fix it?

May 11, 2010
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Should DFA reader Benedictus owes more than his vehicle is worth, should he scrap it, park it, or fix it? Let’s check it out…

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DFA Link Rally: I Have a Week Off

May 8, 2010
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During my week off between jobs I plan to start and fertilize my garden, replace my rain barrel, aerate my lawn, and take time to relax!

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Start Living on One Income!

May 6, 2010
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Whether you are a two income family with no kids or a one income family with children, living on one income just plain makes sense. Do you (or can you) live on one income?

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DFA Link Rally: I Bought a Scooter!

May 1, 2010
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I bought a scooter to save a boatload of money on gas… and the link rally is actually for the entire month of April.

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