TiredX2- My mother owned the '96 wagon before giving it to me, and she was on top of maintenance and repairs-sunk a lot of $ into repairs. So, barring a major repair, I think it could keep chugging for a few years. The paint is...
Here's DR's plan:
Pre-Step 1: Get current on your debts and do a budget
0.1 No new borrowing. Done
0.2 Talk with spouse and get him/her on the same page as you concerning finances. Working on it
0.3 Do a written budget...
I drove a Mazda 5 today-it's perfect!
Size felt much more manageable than the Highlander. Looks-wise, it appeared more similar to a Prius V/wagon/hatchback than a conventional minivan.
The sliding doors do seem...
Thanks for all of your replies! I especially appreciated the questions to consider in narrowing down car options. What has been interesting/problematic is realizing how irrational my car preferences are (weird brand loyalty to Toyota...
I currently have a 1996 850 Volvo station wagon with 200k+ miles on it. It has served me well, but as the repairs pile up, I'm trying to figure out which car to buy next. I have a 1-year-old and a 2-year-old. My goal would be to buy a...
Pre-Step 1: Get current on your debts and do a budget
0.1 No new borrowing.-Done
0.2 Talk with spouse and get him/her on the same page as you concerning finances.-Hard to get him to keep track of tips from work and any spending out...
I have a "Rambler" lunch tote from Built NY for myself and DD. It was $10 and is made of neoprene (scuba suit material) so it can go in the washing machine which is super helpful!
It gets chilly here in the Northeast but I am trying to save $ this winter. What temperature do you generally keep your house at during the day and night during the fall and winter months?
Hi mama's! I haven't been able to participate as much in this DDC because my 17-month-old keeps me pretty busy. She was born in May, so going out of the house consisted of grabbing a light burp cloth and heading out the door. I am...
