Sunday, February 01, 2009

109 in 2009, January Update

It's already been a month since the new year began, so it's time to do a status report on how I'm doing on my 109 in 2009 goals. Earlier this month, I wrote about how much I'd alread accomplished, having completed 7 of my goals in just the first half of the month. So, how did I do the rest of the month...

7. File federal taxes --My W-2 was posted online on Friday 1/30, so I was finally able to do my taxes. I'm getting a refund of $542.

8. File state taxes --I owe VA $2.

31. Pay Seat Deposit 1 -- I mailed the check for $500 to GW on Friday, 1/30.

33. Fill out FAFSA -- After I filed my taxes, I finished my FAFSA and submitted it.

75. Buy at least one new suit -- I found a black two-piece pant suit at Kohl's. It's machine washable and only cost $28.60 for the jacket and $36 for the pants. I haven't worn it yet cause I need to get the pants hemmed.

8 comments:

D and D said...

Too funny...you owe $2.00. I don't think I have ever seen such a small amount owed by someone. That says you have done well at having the right amount taken out of your paycheck.

Great job on your goals.

Amaranta said...

wow, that is a hefty deposit!! is it refundable?

Beachgirl said...

It's not refundable, but if you attend the school, they apply the deposits toward your tuition.

Tom said...

Question, why do you have to apply for FASFA? You wouldn't get any form of student aid? Do the student loan companies make you do that before getting any loan money? just curious.

Beachgirl said...

If you want to get Stafford (federal) student loans, you have to fill out the FAFSA. I shouldn't need loans this year (and hopefully not ever), but you have to fill it out each year in the Spring in order to get loans for the upcoming school year.

J. Money said...

omg that is too awesome!! i think it would be awesome as hell mailing a check for that ;)

actually, i've given out refunds @ work for as low as $0.10! the stamp cost more than that! haha...guess it all adds up though.

Sarah said...

Looks like you're well on your way to making the 109 in 2009 goal! :) Yeehaw!

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