The Budget Couple

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Episode 32: Are Solar Panels Worth It?

Nate and Danielle talk about their new home equity loan and how it fits into their budget. The reasons why the loan was taken out along with a discussion on how to determine if you can afford a loan are discussed. They also look at the benefits of low-interest rates and how putting extra money on your loans can dramatically…

Episode 15: Challenges and Struggles

In this episode we talk about some of our struggles and challenges when it comes to budgeting and keeping a budget. Show Notes Updates: Solar Panels paid off!!! Focus on paying down the house Repay $1,000 we took from the emergency fund to finish off the solar panels It’s hard to remember to put things on the budget Keeping track…

Episode 3: $60,000 in debt!

Danielle and Nate talk about how they went into $60,000 of debt in just a few months to get solar panels on their house along with a new car. The plan to get out of debt along with the reasons for going into debt are discussed. Show Notes Nissan Leaf Federal EV Tax Credit State EV Tax Credit Solar Panels…