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Friday, December 11, 2009

Two Grand a Month

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Just curious if anyone remembers that article where, I believe, Suze Orman gave a breakdown for people take home roughly $2,000 a month. I am relocating for a job and am determined that with this new job (the first job I've ever had with real benefits, 401K and everything!) to be as on top of my money as I am on my weight. My plan is to open an ING account, finally start paying back my student loans (with that new income based plan, thank you Obama and Sallie Mae) and save money like it's my job, while living frugally. I haven't chosen a new apartment yet so I want to have a clear set of numbers in mind when considering rent and I want to base everything on just my income, so that my husband's income can go into a retirement fund, period, amen. So, any sort of breakdown or pie chart or personal tips would be much appreciated.

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  • __A_YAHOO_USER__'s Avatar
    Posted by __A_YAHOO_USER__ Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:13am PDT

    I think its wonderful that you are "making a plan". I would just remind you to try to put aside $$$ for things you can't predict. Best of luck with it.

    Caught some of your ideas about "earning" health care through volunteer work. Was immensely impressed. Anyone who can think like that will do fine! Good luck with your new job, Lisbeth. I'm hoping it will be the beginning of nothing but good things for you. :)

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    Posted by __A_YAHOO_USER__ Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:14am PDT

    Please, lizbeth, pop in with your ideas about bartering for health care on my blog. I'm blown away!

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    Posted by C Wed Sep 16, 2009 7:53am PDT

    Lizbeth Devonia is right about putting aside $$$ for the unpredictable. Good luck with everything. I did the fresh start recently and it is wonderful when you just go with hope and know that with your faith ya'll will be successful! The plan I have is working great for us and I just take it step by step each day. Blessings to you! If you want you can email me at friendandprayer@yahoo.com and I will try and help you on your way. Carol ps just put yahooshine in the subject so i know it is from you :-)

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