When I first looked at how to reduce our spending, I started with food. Unlike council rates, I could control how much we spent and it provided an easy win. But did you know that focusing on reducing food waste can provide wider economic, environmental and social benefits too? “It is estimated that Australian households … Show Me More!
Month: April 2018
Oh Blog, I Have Forsaken Thee
For the first time since I started, I have nothing prepared for this week’s post. Note I say “prepared”—I have plenty of topics lined up that I want to write about, yet I haven’t committed to any of them. My online friends will also have noticed that I’ve not been commenting on blogs, nor Tweeting. … Show Me More!
March 2018 Spending and New Habits
In 2017, we spent $64,000 on everyday expenses. In 2018 we have the goal to be able to live off one wage, or $60,000. To generate that using passive income and the 4% rule, we’ll still need $1,500,000 invested! Every dollar less we spend is another dollar we don’t have to save up for in … Show Me More!