Description

Summer is just around the corner, and while we're all mentally planning beach trips and patio drinks, our bank accounts are quietly dreading what's coming. 

In this episode, we break down those sneaky seasonal expenses that somehow surprise us every single year. From al fresco dinners out to wedding travel costs, we're getting real about our own summer spending habits. Spoiler: We both spend more this time of year! 

Not only do we help you plan for what’s coming, we also cover practical strategies to enjoy summer for less.

Episode Highlights:

• [02:00] Why Emily's fun money mysteriously vanishes during patio season
• [03:00] Cassidy's YNAB revelation: May/June = most expensive month for 3 years straight
• [05:00] "Summer Slippers" – those little expenses silently draining your account
• [08:00] Travel, weddings, and the pet-sitting costs we always forget to budget for
• [12:00] The real cost of keeping kids entertained all summer long
• [13:00] Freelancer alert: preparing for the summer income slump
• [18:00] Napkin math and creative budget-trimming for summer splurges
• [21:00] How to score summer gear without the sticker shock

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