That’s right! We’re reaching financial independence without riding our bikes to work. Ever. First of all, let me say that I am in awe of people who put this much effort into their financial independence journey. It’s not only the effort that astounds me, it’s also one’s willingness to risk their life to reach financial independence […]
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Why We Refuse To Buy A Bigger House For Occasional Guests
You’ve heard the arguments before. A couple is looking for a new house and they want to make sure their new home can accommodate EVERYTHING. Everything means a formal dining room, a home office, a playroom, and an extra bedroom (and maybe even bathroom) for their occasional out-of-town guests. If this sounds ridiculous to you, […]
Buying A House? Due Diligence And Gut Instincts Matter
This post may contain affiliate and/or partnered content. Please read our disclosure for details. It seems like the next home buying season is always upon us. And, here we are again. A home purchase is somewhat of a right of passage into adulthood. In recent years, alternative housing has made its way onto the scene. Today, […]
We Avoid The Target Trap At All Costs
I recently heard that there is something contagious (and perfectly acceptable) sweeping across the world of consumerism these days. It’s called the Target Trap. Apparently, it starts by taking an unnecessary (or necessary depending on what you need to buy) to the closest Target store and not being able to leave until you spend $100 […]
How To Go On Awesome Free Dates
Baby, it’s cold outside! Yeah yeah, I know the holiday season is over but I can’t seem to stop that song from playing on repeat in my head. I actually had a point by starting out with that line – it IS cold outside – at least in the northeast where Mr. MMM and I […]
Hump Day Headlines: How We Spend $300/Month on Groceries
This week I was talking with a colleague at work and realized that they spend $800 EVERY month on groceries. WHAT?!? They’re a family of 4, but 2 of them are small children, and 1 child is breast feeding. So, that’s basically a family of 3. And let’s face it, little kids just don’t eat […]