We still haven't put the offer in on the new house. I am dragging hubby to go look at three more places Saturday before we sit down with the realtor to make the offer. (I just want to be 100 percent sure!).
I am coming to grips with my terror at not having this place sold before we move or make an offer. Yes, we are in a better position than most people to carry two houses, I just hope it doesn't go on too long or else I will be a landlord. I have always kind of wanted to have rental property, but when I'm ready not because I can't sell!
Anyway, I got a late check today for January freelance projects. It was for $600. Until this whole house whirlwind started, I would have known exactly where to send that check, but today, I realized I need a new plan.
I couldn't help myself. I did send $50 to the car loan and $200 to the kids college ($100 each), but I left the other $350 in the checking account. I guess I should start stashing as much cash as possible whenever it comes in, in a bid to build up reserves to meet our inevitable expenses should we buy the house.
I forgot how much of a racket this whole mortgage loan and moving process is. Loan fees, moving expenses, improvements, it's just money out constantly. It isn't make me feel better.
Hubby is not concerned. He is amped about being able to bike to work and have all of this done and over with with plenty time to spare before kindergarten.
Clearly, I am the worry wort!!
Clearly, I need a new plan
February 24th, 2011 at 09:25 pm
February 25th, 2011 at 09:34 am 1298626470
February 25th, 2011 at 12:06 pm 1298635594
less gas
less auto mainenance
insurance may go down to pleasure use only
Maybe you could even go to 1 car if you presently have 2. Don't know what part of the country you are so not sure if feasible (rain, snow, cold.....) or if you could give up the car in bad weather or drive him.
February 25th, 2011 at 02:13 pm 1298643181