You know those once-in-a-lifetime moments you cant put a price on?
Hey, Im as sentimental as the next person, but big life events shouldnt sink your finances.
Big moments in your life should be special, but not at the expense of your financial future.
Here are five that shouldnt land you in debt.
Your Wedding Day
Youre engaged?
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help… you might start with awedding budget.
A Vacation
Vacations are supposed to help you unwind and relax.
You know whats not relaxing?
Coming back from a trip to a pile of credit card debt.
If your vacation photos are tinged with regret Why did I go to that overpriced hotel brunch every day?
consider making a plan tosave for your tripbefore you ever leave home.
We even have ways tomake money when you travel.
But taking on student loan debt as a parent is definitely not in your best interest.
We have plenty of strategies for your kids topay off student loans.
The Holidays
Heres a little secret about Christmas you may or may not know: It comes every year.
But we get it.
You still want to give the kiddos in your life that unforgettable moment of unwrapping the perfect present.
So why not start a new tradition: thefour-gift rule.
And dont set spending limits on only the ho-ho-holidays.
Considercheap dates for Valentines Day,DIY Easter treatsandbirthday freebies.
The point is, theres no reason every holiday should leave you digging out of debt afterward.
But going into debt to buy a brand new car?
Not so fast there, motorhead.
And if you think the solution is simply to take out a longer car loan, youre not alone.
Tiffany Wendeln Connors is a staff writer/editor at The Penny Hoarder.
Readher bio and other work here, then catch her on Twitter @TiffanyWendeln.
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