I've updated my five year plan, which is constantly evolving as my situation changes. I'm printing this out on bright pink paper and placing it above my desk so that it serves as a constant reminder of where I want to be by 2013.
Finances:
· We are now totally consumer debt free and plan to stay that way forever. Next up is the mortgage. We plan to pay this off by 2020 (10 year plan). It currently stands at £120k
· Save one year of living expenses – nearly completed
· Save a travel fund for a big trip to NY in 2012 – 20% completed
· Continue to build pension funds - ongoing
· Build passive and alternative income to £500 a month - work in progress
· Save over 50% of our income – currently saving 20%
· Plan ahead for all purchases
Home:
· Finish all renovations – to be completed in 2010
· Rent out the house in 2012 to provide income
· Move to Portugal - 2012
Simple and Greener Living:
· Continue to streamline, simplify and reduce our impact
· Cook all food from scratch by the end of 2010
· Buy eco friendly when possible and move towards organic food
Business/Work:
· Decide on a direction/business - 2010
· Get a part time job - 2010
Personal:
· Rise early in the morning to be more productive
· Do some exercise every day
· Eat at least six portions of fruit and vegetables a day
· Lose weight – 40lbs in 2010
· Have a weekly date with husband
· Continue to nurture relationships with older children – meet up regularly now that two have left home
· Relax more and read more
Give time or money - volunteer
Donate to the Oxfam emergency response fund in Haiti here
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