Cutting expenses is great, but eventually our ability to decrease spending reaches its limits. When we can no longer slash the budget any further we need to look at ways to increase our earning. Of course a big barrier to side hustles and earning money above and beyond our normal employment is TIME! For this reason we're looking at ways we can earn a bit more money especially when we're short on time. Get full show notes here! Thanks for listening! See you next week! Get our FREE 7-Day...
Oct 22, 2021•44 min•Ep. 183
Meal planning, grocery shopping, meal prepping, cooking, cleaning OH MY! Just feeding ourselves and our families can feel like a daunting task, and when we add affordability and the goal of healthy eating to that list it can be quite a challenge for many of us! SO we brought in an expert, Cassy Joy Garcia to talk about some hacks she has found to eat well on a budget. Get Full Show Notes Here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free Join the...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 182
Everything we do, our actions and behaviors (including the way we spend) begins in our mind. Our minds are responsible for so much, including our habits! These subconscious decisions can be the very thing that keeps us from reaching our financial goals; habits aren't inherently bad, but let's talk about how we can make our habits work for us instead of against us! Get full show notes here! Thanks for listening! See you next week! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! htt...
Oct 08, 2021•56 min•Ep. 181
We believe investing is important, but it doesn't have to be complicated. There is an approach for stock market involvement and saving for retirement or other large expenses that is simple and minimalist. Join us as we aim to remove some of those investment 'barriers to entry'. Get full show notes here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlis...
Oct 01, 2021•57 min•Ep. 180
We all love a good debt payoff story and this one combines debt pay-down with some tangible tips that dual income (and some single income!) households can implement. Listen in as Elle shares with us some strategies for debt freedom and even increased savings! Get full show notes here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/ Subscribe for more on YouTube: ...
Sep 24, 2021•55 min•Ep. 179
What exactly is simple living, and how might it benefit our lives? When it comes to frugality, saving money and cutting expenses; simplicity has a lot to teach us! Let's talk about what it looks like to live simply and some tangible steps to get us there! Get full show notes here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/ Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.youtube.com/frugal...
Sep 17, 2021•57 min•Ep. 178
We talk a lot about the difference between being frugal and being cheap and one essential defining factor is that frugality makes room for spending on the things we value. Of course, this does require some thoughtful and intentional budgeting around these values. While there are many ways to approach budgeting, we feel a values-based budget has the highest likelihood of actually sticking. Listen in on HOW to budget around your values! Get full show notes here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.co...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 177
Food waste is one of the biggest contributors to busting our grocery budget every month. Not to mention reducing waste (of any kind) both helps our finances and the environment! It's one of our favorite kinds of episodes since we get to interview Debt Kickin Mom about some tips and tricks to limit the amount of food we waste in the kitchen so we can actually eat what we buy and keep saving money on food! Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 03, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 176
Ever wonder if you're missing some secret tip about how to actually curb spending and make your budget work for you? Well, there is no magic wand to help, BUT there is one area of ourselves we often undermine in this whole process; our mind. All of our behaviors, including our spending habits begins in our brain so let's start there! Join us as we take a look at the ways we can interrupt our patterns and behaviors before they turn into purchases we don't need and financial goals w...
Aug 27, 2021•58 min•Ep. 175
Is it better to pay off our mortgage or invest the money? It's a hotly debated topic (well at least in financial circles) with some surprisingly conflicting conclusions. We're exploring how to determine the best approach for each of us individually and the factors we each should consider. Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 20, 2021•53 min•Ep. 174
We've talked about sustainability at the micro level, but what about the macro level? How can we make decisions with both our time and money that creates long-lasting benefits? Ron Gonen is here to share about how we can aim at a circular economy rather than a linear one and the benefits this can bring to our communities both financially and environmentally. Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 13, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 173
Do you find you are constantly buying new decor items for your home? Is it costing far more than you want to spend to make your home pleasing to the eye? On this episode we're exploring how to identify your personal design aesthetic so you can decorate in a way that is authentic to your style and stop buying more stuff! Decorating to the point of contentment is the aim. Listen in! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 06, 2021•42 min•Ep. 172
Is hyper-focusing on debt pay-off the right financial move for you right now? While it's no secret that we frugal friends love debt freedom, there are some considerations to make before jumping head first into debt pay down. Listen in as we discuss some additional pieces to think about on this financial journey! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 30, 2021•46 min•Ep. 171
Thinking about starting your own side business, or even full-time business? Feeling overwhelmed by all that's involved with owning a business? You're not alone! And Laura Adams is here to talk about the most important things to consider when being a solopreneur, and how to take small, manageable steps towards being your own boss! Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 23, 2021•56 min•Ep. 170
Taking care of ourselves is about far more than massages and bubble baths and thankfully it is also not about spending loads of money. We're taking a deeper look at what it means to be kind to ourselves in a holistic way and the various ways we can care for our whole person well! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 16, 2021•54 min•Ep. 169
It's frugality 102 - we're taking this think to the next level and exploring the differences between being 'frugal' and being 'cheap' while also talking about the foundational tenets of frugality. It's a good one. The kind that gets Jen all amped up. Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 09, 2021•58 min•Ep. 168
Too often frugality is confused with being cheap or cutting corners just to save a penny. We want to interrupt those ideas. We believe the future of frugality is values based spending, intentionality with finances, and stewarding all resources well. On this episode we invite Christine Platt, Leslie Oldanie, and Chris Browning to help us cast vision for the future and find the freedom to create a lifestyle that works for us! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Jul 02, 2021•58 min•Ep. 167
Frugal doesn't have to mean luxury free! We can enjoy some simple pleasures while still saving cash. Listen in for some ideas! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 25, 2021•52 min•Ep. 166
Stashing money under the mattress may work for some, but for us frugal folks, we want to make sure our hard earned cash is being stored in the right place! Here we're talking about what to consider when it comes to savings and the best types of accounts for various goals. Listen in! Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 18, 2021•47 min•Ep. 165
Cat shares about her own journey with working, raising twins, and managing finances. Listen in as she encourages other moms towards financial and personal goals! Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 11, 2021•55 min•Ep. 164
Are a recent college grad? Do you know a college grad? This episode is for you! The time of life just following college graduation can represent lots of daunting decisions, financial debt, and low cash flow. We're covering some basic financial and frugal tips for this exact life season! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 04, 2021•57 min•Ep. 163
Minimalism isn't just for our wardrobes and living rooms! When we are able to intentionally approach our schedules we find that the tenants of minimalism in this domain can bring so much freedom, and even money savings when we are spending time doing things that actually matter. Get full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 26, 2021•43 min•Ep. 162
Thinking about buying your first home? Already in the process? Home buying is a big decision and a massive expense, but there are ways we can enter this process equipped with knowledge to get the best possible deal and make the most of our money. Listen in as Scott and Mindy share from their own research and experience the things we should know as first time home buyers! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 21, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 161
Lions and tigers and credit scores; oh my! With so many components and antiquated information it's no wonder there is so much mystery surrounding the credit score! While there are a handful of factors that go into a credit score, it's not as unattainable to understand as one may think. Join us as we take a look at this important financial reality and become equipped to take ownership of our own credit scores! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...
May 14, 2021•45 min•Ep. 160
Home renovations have a reputation for being very expensive and feeling unattainable at times! While it is true that skilled labor costs decent money - we want to talk about the upgrades and updates we can make that bring beauty and value to our homes without costing a fortune! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 07, 2021•52 min•Ep. 159
Understanding investing terms and options is not for the faint of heart, but we don't have to be experts in order to make wise, frugal financial decisions for our future. On this episode Barbara Ginty shares in some very understandable and approachable ways some of the basics of investing and how to take advantage of Roth IRA's. Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 30, 2021•58 min•Ep. 158
Frugality plays nicely with many other valuable tenets and environmentalism is no exception! Engaging with eco-friendly products and living a sustainable lifestyle matches well with frugality and does not need to be considered a luxury! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 23, 2021•51 min•Ep. 157
We're celebrating 3 years of the frugal friends podcast by taking a look at the factors that contribute to impulse buys and ways to avoid it! Get the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 16, 2021•42 min•Ep. 156
Paying down debt when living on a low income IS possible! We are thrilled to have Sarah Wilson on the podcast to share her story and inspire us towards debt freedom at any level of income. Check out the full show notes here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 09, 2021•41 min•Ep. 155
Have you ever received a raise only to find yourself purchasing more 'non-essential' items? Or earned a bonus only to blow it on a vacation? Yep, that's lifestyle creep. We're talking all about the sneaky ways our choices can shift as our earning increase and how this can derail all our frugal hard work! Listen in to learn how to prevent and respond to this happening in our own lives! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 02, 2021•53 min•Ep. 154
