Financial Assssment

[snafu]

I'm shocked it's the end of March. Time to compare net earnings, spending in 4 major categories, value of 4 investmnet accounts, and balance in the 'dedicated' savings [for upcoming planned expenses]. These figures are compared to December'10, March 31 '10 and to a 5 year plan developed January 2010.

Best of all, I have a visual for DH to help him understand whether we are above or below expectations, whether we need to 'plump' earnings or trim spending, whether to go ahead with pricy improvements I was uncomfortable undertaking last year. If I try to talk, his eyes glaze over and he just wants to know if I'm hiring the contractor or taking a recently offered assignment.

These assessments are fast and easy for those who use Quicken or Mint type programs. It's good to have a 'road map' to see where you've been and where you're going.

[Frugal]

What does "DH" mean in this context? Another basic question, but I see it posted so much on this forum...not sure of the abbreviation, and what it means...

Hope you were able to save money this March!

[GREENBACK]

Originally Posted by Frugal

What does "DH" mean in this context? Another basic question, but I see it posted so much on this forum...not sure of the abbreviation, and what it means...

Hope you were able to save money this March!

"DH" = Dear Husband

[herdjohnson]

Originally Posted by Frugal

What does "DH" mean in this context? Another basic question, but I see it posted so much on this forum...not sure of the abbreviation, and what it means...

Hope you were able to save money this March!

Thanks Frugal, I was always curious about that as well. I always got the last letter (H,W,S, etc...) but never understood the "D".

[GREENBACK]

There was a thread a while back about the meanings of the various abbreviations. Might be useful if you can find it.