And that’s a wrap of our May budget! See where we were on track and where we might need to make adjustments. I also talk about how we were able to still funnel thousands into investments with two major expenses this month.
May Investment Contributions (and YTD Totals)
Our most expensive month of the year didn’t set us back on investing. Read more for a breakout of May investment contributions, year-to-date contributions, and account totals!
Should We Move?
We’re always told not to make big decisions when you’re emotional– but what if it’s built up over years? We’ve faced some difficulties this week that are making us choose between FIRE goals and happiness in between.
A Look Into Our Side Hustles
The further I get into our pursuit of FIRE, the more I realize side hustles are a great way to bring in extra money, build some new skills, and give me a sneak peak into a Barista FIRE lifestyle.
Tax Lesson of the Year
If you love reading about other people’s tax-related misfortune, have I got the story for you!
Honestly, it’s small in the big scheme of things, but I feel stupid. Learn from my mistake!
April 2021 Budget Review
The April budget wasn’t the most organized, but those 3 paychecks went to good use.
The Job Update
Those of you that read my Gap Year post got to see me put my existential crisis in writing. Sorry about that. To recap: my team lead got promoted, and even though I’m the next obvious choice for his spot, I REALLY don’t want it. The visceral reaction I had made me question my entire…
May 2021 Goals
Finish Duma Key. Good book, bad technology habits. I need to practice getting away from screens. 9-hour workdays plus my undying love for YouTube and unhealthy dependency on Instagram equals zero quality productivity. Finish The Science of Getting Rich. It’s not long, just read it already. Declutter for 2 hours. I did NONE of this…