
When you don’t have child-related expenses, your budget can look “extra” to other people. Friends and family might assume you’re saving everything, or they might assume you’re splurging on everything. In reality, most DINK couples make a handful of intentional choices where they spend more because it buys time, peace, health, or a better relationship. The key is spending on purpose instead of spending out of comparison. Here are eleven areas where paying a little extra can make life feel noticeably better.