So happy to see our tax return from the IRS pending in our checking account. With all the craziness of the past month, I had a small concern about our money coming through.

Also seriously considering divesting from my paper savings bonds. I've been slowly cashing them out as they reach maturity, but I'm not convinced the current administration won't default on their payments given the verbage around some loans not being valid.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago

Ugh, this is a good point, and now I’m worried about our hoard of ibonds.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Wondering if I'm being penny wise, pound foolish here.

Just took a 9 hour drive to another state. Route 1 has a portion of the road that is a $6 toll. Route 2 detours around the toll, but adds 20 min of drive time. I went with route 2, but am wondering what others might say.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Eh, at 9 hours, 20 min isn't that different IMO, I'd probably go around as well. That said, if the speeds are the same and you're using a gas car (i.e. it's adding about 20 miles), it'll largely be a wash. I'd instead prioritize the path that's prettier.