I saved my first 10k

This post is probably pale in comparison to others that are posted here but just wanted to celebrate my small win - saved my first 10k! :)

As a single mum, I never thought I would get here. I previously was living paycheck to paycheck on low income, relying on food banks and Facebook groups for second hand clothing/furniture. Even going into minus at the end of some months.

I took on a side gig a few months ago which I won’t go into much detail as it’s probably a bit taboo, but it has really improved my life financially.

I paid off my $3k ZIP debt and closed the damn account. I paid off my $2k credit card debt and also closed that damn account!

Was originally going to celebrate by ordering myself a nice takeaway meal on ubereats but in true budget fashion, I’ve stuck to what’s in the fridge and already planning to hit 20k.