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Fishing for Success

August 14, 2024 This past weekend, our family planned our first fishing trip. For those of us with limited or no fishing experience, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing rods, bait, bobbers and other equipment. On this outing, we shopped smarter! Instead of our usual routine of over-preparing and overspending, everything we bought was a well-thought-out decision, and we compared purchases to every other option in the store. We even prepped for lunch on the way so there wouldn’t be any growling bellies (especially if nothing was caught on the lake, haha).Overall, the trip was a success, and everybody caught some fish. The kids really enjoyed themselves and are excited for the next fishing outing, and most importantly, we had good quality family time without breaking the bank. Creating core family memories is crucial for us, and we’re glad that we’re learning to plan better while still enjoying quality time together. You might also be interested in As we wrap up our Project Money experience, we want to take a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come—emotionally and financially—and share our journey... This past week, our family participated in a door and patio decorating contest hosted by our apartment management company. The grand prize? A $200 gift... Over the past year, my family has been making deliberate choices to save money and focus on our financial goals. One of those decisions recently involved... As we approach the end of our journey with the Project Money program, Cory and I (Je’Lisa) took some time to reflect on how we can apply the financial... Every now and then, life throws a financial curveball—in this case, it was a pleasant surprise. We received a refund from our gap insurance since our car... This week, we faced an unexpected hiccup with our insurance: A doctor charged us for a 2023 appointment because they had outdated information. It was frustrating... Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family and of course, a feast. But let’s be honest, hosting a traditional Thanksgiving can come with a hefty price... This weekend, we decided to take a quick overnight trip to Minnesota. It was to record some music and spend time with friends, but we were determined to... This month marked a milestone for our family: It was our first month without a car payment after refinancing our vehicle through Summit Credit Union. With...