Episode 23 - Transforming Family Culture with Kimberly Amici

What happens when a Manhattan career woman swaps skyscrapers for suburbia and discovers a new kind of creativity?

Join us on Beyond Budgets® as we welcome Kimberly Amici, the mastermind behind Build Your Best Family, who shares her extraordinary journey from designer and architect in the bustling city to a mom redefining family culture through faith and daily acts of creativity. Kimberly's story illuminates how she integrates values into everyday life, transforming routine activities like cooking and travel into meaningful family experiences. She provides invaluable insights into encouraging children to think outside the box while crafting a purposeful and enriching family environment.

We also discuss the importance of creating a stable and positive family atmosphere, using tools like Family Culture Discussion Sheets to identify and live by core values. Kimberly’s wisdom and personal anecdotes highlight how simplifying daily priorities can help families truly thrive by establishing a sense of belonging and stability.

Don’t miss this enriching conversation with Kimberly, full of practical tips and heartfelt stories to help you build your best family.

Episode 22 - Adventures in Relocating and Homeownership

Moving cross-country is not just about packing boxes but navigating a maze of expenses and unexpected hurdles. When my family decided to leave Florida for Missouri, we faced surprising costs and tough choices. In this episode of Beyond Budgets, Deb shares how her family balanced the hefty quotes from national moving companies with more affordable, creative options like PODS and regional businesses. Discover the practical tips she learned along the way, including hiring a local young entrepreneur and managing holiday schedules to ensure a smooth transition for her kids.

But the adventure didn’t stop there. Buying a house in Missouri came with its own set of challenges and surprises. From replacing windows and an old water heater to unforeseen plumbing issues, Deb candidly discusses the realities of unexpected homeownership expenses. Reflecting on our choice to buy a home after just one in-person inspection, she highlights the pros and cons, emphasizing the stability renting can offer during such significant life changes.