We still owe for this months mortage in addition to what's already been paid, but have been catching up fast. My brother is getting married next month and I am wondering if I should just go to save money or if I should take the whole family. It's just one of those really hard decisions. It's either paying for one or four? I feel kind of stuck about it. We will have to pay for tickets in the next couple of days since the price will double if it gets too close to the date of departure. The amount it will cost for the tickets will be around the same amount that is owed for the mortgage. Plus we still have other bills to catch up on. thoughts?
Should I just fly out or take the family?
March 31st, 2011 at 10:46 pm
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March 31st, 2011 at 11:31 pm 1301614273
Your mortgage is REALLY important. It's the place where you live. Your shelter. If you don't pay you could lose your home. I think you need to consider not going. I hate saying that. I really do.
March 31st, 2011 at 11:37 pm 1301614652
Driving may be too expensive in your situation. I mean, I understand it's not terribly feasible to drive cross country with kids, or alone, for just one wedding. Plus, flying alone probably makes more sense financially, then driving all across the country (auto expense/hotels).
I think I'd skip it, if it were me. It is a tough one, though.
March 31st, 2011 at 11:40 pm 1301614818
March 31st, 2011 at 11:59 pm 1301615995
Why don't you make a long term plan to visit brother and his wife once you are on your feet? Even if it is a year or more it will give you a goal to shoot for and make the hard work pay off!
April 1st, 2011 at 12:30 am 1301617814
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And really don't worry about what others think. You are doing the right thing.
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April 1st, 2011 at 01:12 pm 1301663547
However, that's me; if you don't feel a strong "pull" to go to the wedding, other than family pressure, then don't compromise your mortgage. Follow CCF's advice and find a way to share your joy creatively.
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