The "B" word!

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by JustSonny, Jan 14, 2010.

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  1. Jan 15, 2010 #11
    Allow Me.

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    One huge mistake you're making is not putting Mama to work and trying to transition from one decent paying job to a not so decent paying job. During the transition, you need to make adjustments in your lifestyle, such as foregoing kids nights out. Maybe beans/hot dogs a couple nights a week on the cheap. Or less driving the family car to save on gas. There are ways to make cuts, brown bag it instead of fast food joints. Unused lights get turned off to save on electricity. Don't let your kids throw away food. They clean their plate, everytime. And on and on and on.....
     
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  3. Jan 15, 2010 #12
    simplyred1962

    simplyred1962 Betty Boop, One Bodacious Babe!!!

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    The brown bag lunches were a BIG saving for me when my kids were young. Not only were they cheaper than the school lunches, but they were more nutritious, and the kids liked what they got WAY better than the school crud!

    And ya'll have the luxury of kids' night out 4 times a month??!!?? COOL! But, ya know, to cut costs, how about a "kids' night in", instead? On a Friday or Saturday, invite 1-2 of the kids' friends for a sleepover, rent a movie, pop some corn, have a couple healthy, (and inexpensive) snacks on hand, and VOILA'! A perfect night for the kiddos, memories to last a lifetime, and it won't bust the budget!

    And, as Allow Me stated, the list can go on and on and on...

    Judi Kay

    P.S. Oh, yeah, don't forget all those extra taxes that are gonna be taken out if Obamacare goes through. Now, THAT will bust MY budget!
     
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  4. Jan 15, 2010 #13
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    Oh, sorry, oldandnew, just noticed that wifey works. (in your scenario). I will also mention save for a rainy day. So many folks live pay to pay and have no cash in the bank.
     
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  5. Jan 15, 2010 #14
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    Yeah then your water heater goes out in the house and your brakes need replacing on your car that you are paying on.....
    Kids get the flu and mom needs to stay at home for three days to watch them .....
    Your mother inlaw just passed away and now your wife is taking an leave from work to be with family and attend the funeral...... I can keep goin.....
     
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  7. Jan 15, 2010 #15
    JustSonny

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    Ya know, just last night I had it figured that I'd have $840 left over at the end of the year and that's with me making only $32,000 and the wife making $20,800. Now you tell me I might get some surprises that'll eat up the $840 in a heartbeat.... brakes for the car, new water heater, jr's new horn, kids sick so mom misses work, etc. Okay, let's see if you can burst my bubble a little more. Let's say I DO make $45,000. That's $13,000 more than the $32,000 I started this little budget with. I'll net $10,400 from the extra $13,000. That's $867 EVERY MONTH! No way me and my little family can spend that, right?
     
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    simplyred1962

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    :biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559: Your sooo cute when you are being naive'!!
     
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    JustSonny

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    Yep, I'm cute as a speckled pup!


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    Texas-Nana

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    :biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559::biggrin_2559:
     
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    $750 Rent I can dream I guess.
     
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    Was just reviewing this budget with the old lady and we are about to move to MS. and retire. You guy's are living quite Frugal by these estimates good luck to you in your new Career.
     
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