Can you survive on an entry-level teacher's salary? Christine and Dave about their experiences surviving on a teacher salary in the Dallas, Texas area and how they were able to save money and eventually buy a house.

Here are the key points from the discussion:

• The starting salary for a first-year teacher in McKinney ISD is $60,450 per month.
• After taxes and deductions, a single person could take home around $4,300 per month.
• Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in McKinney can be around $1,075 per month, including utilities and internet.
• Other expenses include car payments, gas, groceries, phone bill, streaming services, clothes, entertainment, and student loan debt.
• We estimate that a single person could live comfortably on around $2,500 per month, leaving $1,800 left over for savings.
• By saving consistently for a few years, it is possible to save up for a down payment on a house.
• We also discuss the importance of side hustles and how we were able to supplement our income when we were first starting out.

We acknowledge that everyone's situation is different and that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of whether or not someone can survive on an entry-level teacher's salary. However, we believe that it is possible with careful planning and budgeting.

Welcome back to the Frugal Fit Mom podcast! In today's episode, Christine and Dave chat about something we're all curious about – Artificial Intelligence (AI). They'll discuss how AI is popping up in our daily lives, especially in education and online content like YouTube. As parents and educators themselves, they're diving into how we can use AI responsibly with our kids, and what to watch out for. This episode is perfect for anyone trying to get a handle on what AI is all about, whether you're totally new to it or just looking to learn a bit more. Join us for a relaxed but informative conversation on AI, its uses, and how it's changing the way we do things.

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