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Terri

I am 30, single, a med tech, and a graduate student. I feel that I'm generally a very good saver and a so-so budgeter. Hopefully, I'll be able to work on the later.

My personal finance strategy is in order of priority:

1. Contribute maximum to Roth IRA.

2. Contribute 20% of gross income to 457(b).

3. Build savings to 6 months' income.

4. Pay off credit cards in full each month.

5. Pay off car and graduate school loans.

New Year, New Start, New Goals

January 19th, 2008 at 06:37 pm

So how are you coming along on your new goals for 2008? I'm doing well so far. I updated my Roth contributions and the first increased contribution went out on the 15th. My 457 contributions have remained steady until I hopefully get a new job, and a raise. I opened a CD on the 5th as part of my emergency fund. I haven't received any tax forms yet. I'm waiting on receiving my tax refund to pay off my credit cards. So far, so good.

Posted in Retirement readings, Savings stories, Debt diet | 3 Comments »

3 Responses to “New Year, New Start, New Goals”

Amber Says:
January 19th, 2008 at 07:12 pm

I am not doing too well, hopefully next month will be much better. However, I am happy for you
Ima saver Says:
January 20th, 2008 at 06:15 am

I am doing pretty well at saving money so far this year.
luxlivingfrugalis Says:
January 20th, 2008 at 06:45 pm

I'm doing, aaaahhhhhh...MEDIUM!

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New Year, New Start, New Goals

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