I've read the mmm blog, but did so a while ago. I think I'm go to re-read some of the classic articles. especially for choosing savings plans.
I do have a budget, but will be updating it soon based on my recent hiring.
I think I'll post a case study soon, but the changes I can make are limited because of lease terms. Basically, my major expense is rent and I'm locked in on both the lease and the roommate for several months.
I know i should be putting as much as i can into the 401k now. My current job doesn't match my contribution for the first few years (and I expect I'll be heading to grad school before meeting the time).
Is there anything I should ask about the 401k if I'm expecting to be changing jobs in a few years?
Sadly, I have regular health expenses that add up to a lot, so a high deductible plan is unlikely to work for me. I do intend to use a pre-tax savings plan in addition to a full coverage plan. Who would I ask about coverage for specific medications? The HR team, the insurance company, the prescriptionist?
Related: I got a real shock when I went to pick up a daily prescription in the month I'm between health insurance plans. The drug companies really know how to get you! Dang.
Also I think I'm going to try the uber frugal month challenge on the frugalwoods old posts.
http://www.frugalwoods.com/2014/04/09/uber-frugal-month-challenge-yourself/