Mark and I have been talking a lot lately about how we can do a better job preparing financially for our future. We've been listening to Dave Ramsey lately and he has some pretty radical ideas, some of which are a bit extreme (like selling your brand new car), but we decided to do it. Mark bought a brand new black Honda civic last summer when the car he was driving (my old civic from high school) finally got a bill that was more than it was worth.
Well, in thinking about how to prepare for kids in the near future and just the overall picture, we decided to do something to get rid of that pesky car payment, quick. We thought about just getting an older car (we saw several nice BMWs in our price range) =), but ultimately thought a truck would be great because we're always borrowing my dad's for house/yard stuff. Mark is riding the bus now to work, so he'll just be driving it to the park-and-ride. He found this truck and fell in love with it. It's in great shape and has such a classic look to it...well, I guess it IS a classic, and that's why. =)
So, we feel really good about it and as soon as we sell the civic (anyone interested???) we'll have one less bill each month-yay!
4 comments:
SO funny that you posted this. My husband is trying to get rid of his truck and get a car...that will fit 2 children. Email me the details of your civic (that's one of the vehicles he's been interested in) and we'll see!
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very impressive Robin! I admire your decision (and your truck- I miss Matt's big white truck)
Sweet ride! I think it's awesome to be car-debt free. It's the way to go.
You're very smart! Here is a suggestion to help get you ready for baby: See if your district offers salary insurance (short term disability)and if they do, sign up for it ASAP. Your district may still have open enrollment. Not only does it cover you for pregnancy but for any medical crisis.
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