FIRE WITH A FAMILY

Nov 14
4 min

Savvy ways to save at Christmas

Looking to save a bit of cash when preparing for Christmas? Here are a few ways to keep more money in your pocket for this festive holiday!

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FIRE with a family

Nov 9
4 min

Life Update - October 2020

Another month has flown by & until I sat down & thought about it, I had forgotten what even happened in October! Life update October 2020!

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Blake

Nov 3
8 min

An Introduction to Index Funds

Learn the basics of index funds & how they can help you build wealth slowly with their passive investing strategy.

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Blake

Oct 17
5 min

5 Reasons You NEED An Emergency Fund

An emergency fund (EF) is a stash of cash you keep tucked away for any unplanned expenses that may come up. EVERYONE needs one!

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Blake

Oct 6
4 min

Life Update - September 2020

A slower month with less outdoor activities. The weather is cooling down & we're getting back on track with our savings goals.

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Sinking funds: What they are & why they're important

Blake

Sep 27
4 min

Sinking funds: What they are & why they're important

A sinking fund is a place where we periodically set aside money for an upcoming planned expense. Here we'll discuss why they're important.

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11 strategies to slash your grocery spend

Blake

Sep 19
4 min

11 strategies to slash your grocery spend

What we spend on groceries can fly under the radar & often get overlooked. Here are 11 strategies to put more money back in your pocket!

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Micro investing apps: Are they worth it?

Blake

Sep 12
4 min

Micro investing apps: Are they worth it?

Micro investing allows users to invest small amounts of money, often through an app that rounds up your purchases & invests those amounts.

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Blake

Sep 5
5 min

Life Update - August 2020

A life update from August 2020. Multiple camping adventures & Allanah's 29th birthday. A fun-filled month in the sun.

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Blake

Sep 2
7 min

How to set REALISTIC budget targets

To stick to a budget, you need realistic targets. Without them, you'll likely throw the whole process out. 5 areas for you to focus on.

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Blake

Aug 15
6 min

Good Debt vs Bad Debt

Good & Bad debt, there is a difference! Good debt can make you money, while bad debt takes money away from you. Let's dive into the details.

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Teaching your kids the concept of saving

Blake

Aug 10
4 min

Teaching your kids the concept of saving

Most adults have a hard time with the idea of saving money, but what about children? Let's teach our kids this concept at an early age

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Blake

Aug 1
4 min

Life Update - July 2020

We're back for another life update from July 2020. A month full of outdoors fun and activities, and we even met our savings goals!

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Blake

Jul 25
4 min

How much home can you afford

When searching for a home you can truly afford, it's important to factor in all of the expenses that come with owning a home.

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Blake

Jul 21
4 min

How we got a flight for FREE

Ever wanted to fly somewhere for free? Me too. Here i explain how you can do it, and it's completely legal! All thanks to travel rewards.

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Blake

Jul 4
4 min

Life Update - June 2020

Half a year done & dusted! We're back with another life update & to check our progress toward FIRE. Trending well to meet our 2020 goal.

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Blake

Jun 28
8 min

How to Build a Bulletproof Budget

Need to make a budget but don't know where to start? Don't worry, we've got you covered. We go through income, expenses, tracking & more.

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Blake

Jun 20
5 min

The Pros & Cons of Credit Cards

When used responsibly, credit cards can be fantastic. However, there are some downsides to watch out for. Here are 4 of the top pros & cons.

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Blake

Jun 14
6 min

How to improve your credit score

Credit scores range from 300 to over 850. It's impacted by 5 categories & measures how well you manage debt. Find how to improve it here.

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FIRE with a family

Jun 6
3 min

May 20 Life Update

Back for another update for May 2020. Here we'll speak about our savings progress, net worth, & all other activities completed in the month.

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