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Having a home gym has changed my life

Having a Home GYM has Changed my Life in Unimaginable Ways

Posted on November 19, 2023December 28, 2023 by budgetsense

Transforming my life, one step at a time – my decision to create a home gym has been a financial and time-saving revelation. Beyond the obvious benefits of cost-cutting and time efficiency, the home gym has become my sanctuary, offering health and fitness on demand. No more excuses, just a few steps away from stress relief or a quick workout. While not perfect, it does the job for my needs, making it a convenient and indispensable addition to my routine

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Unlocking Financial Harmony: How Opposing Spending Habits Threaten Relationships

Posted on October 15, 2023October 5, 2023 by budgetsense

navigating financial differences is a common challenge in relationships, and addressing them is vital for long-term success. Regular communication, compromise, and a unified financial plan are key elements in ensuring a harmonious financial partnership. Couples must proactively discuss and resolve any issues, as financial conflicts can pose a significant threat to the fabric of a relationship

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Navigating the Infinite: Teaching My Son the Value of Money

Posted on August 20, 2023August 24, 2023 by budgetsense

Guiding children to comprehend the value of money is a vital parental responsibility. Despite the challenges that arise, the journey is a significant investment in their future financial well-being. Starting early, using practical examples, teaching the significance of priorities, involving them in household tasks for earnings, and introducing the concept of a piggy bank all contribute to their financial education.

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Creative and Life Shaping Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids in the Family

Posted on December 6, 2021August 27, 2022 by budgetsense

Are you struggling with gift ideas for that kid who has everything already, at least materially speaking? have you already bought every LEGO set out there? If you have more than a few kids in the family, be it your own, nieces, nephews or your friends’ kids etc, then chances are you have already bought…

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Our new family motto: “Work.Save.Play”

Posted on November 17, 2012 by budgetsense

As a newly wed couple, me and the wife had to sit down (literally) and discuss a new family budget together. Each had a budget already, but now that we are married, it was time to coordinate and combine it into one. But being from two different schools of thought on budgeting and how to…

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From Wedding to Honeymoon: The Importance of Budgeting and Saving for Life’s Special Moments

Posted on September 23, 2012January 29, 2023 by budgetsense

It has been some time since I last wrote anything here and that is due to big changes that happened in my life recently : I am now a married man! My wedding was in mid August and that was followed by an exciting and lovely honeymoon in Europe, which included 4 day stay in…

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Job Switch: more money or closer to home?

Posted on April 28, 2012October 8, 2014 by budgetsense

Many of us have been faced with this work dilemma: you already have a job that is close to home and pays OK. In other words, it is a job that may not make you very wealthy any time soon but it also gives you a stress-free comfortable life, where you can spend more quality…

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Start Saving for your newborn before even leaving the pregnancy room

Posted on October 15, 2011October 16, 2011 by budgetsense

We all love the smell of a new car or the feeling of moving into a new house. But as  a parent, there is no better feeling than that of having a new baby, especially if it is the first one in the family! Amid all the excitement and joy of having a new baby, parents…

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