2009: A Look Ahead

I just jotted this down in my "Money" notebook, and thought I'd post it on here, too. It's just a rough idea of the things to look forward to, and plan for in 2009. Again, it's just the highlights that I know I can count on.

Jan: Pretty slow, should be able to save/pay off a lot.

Feb: Sometime this month we should get out taxes done. That money will got to debt.

March: Again, pretty slow. Which is a blessing, it means I can add more to savings, pay more on debt.

April: I *might* quit my job. I really want to. If I can have my debt goal met then I will. My little brother is getting 2 weeks off, before he moves to his next duty station so I want to spend that time with him at our parents house.

May: Slow

June: This will really be an awesome month for us. First off, it's out 5th wedding anniversary!!! And David hits his 6 year mark with the Marine Corps, meaning he'll get another $250 a month. We want to increase our retirement (TSP) by another 2%, being it to 7% of his income. He also gets his annual clothing allowance, (about $350) which will go to debt/savings.

July: David's 25th birthday, also both vehicle tags are due, $100.

August: Nothing much, more saving and more debt payoff.

September: I will turn 24! My goal it to be 100% debt free (excluding David's truck) by my birthday.

October: Debt should be gone, savings should increase as a result. I also need to make sure we have enough in the Christmas account.

November: In November we always cash in our Credit/Debit card points to use as Christmas gifts.

December: Christmas!!!! And gearing up for a great new year and a Re-enlistment!!!!