Tried and true long-term money strategies are great, but sometimes we just want to know the best hacks for spending less and saving more. Thankfully Lisa has compiled over 200 top tips for making the most of our money and resources; in this episode we're going over the heavy hitters on categories like curbing spending, debt pay-off, earning money, and planning for the future. Get full show notes here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free ...
Jan 28, 2022•52 min•Ep. 197
One key way we can save money on food and see a reduction in our grocery bill (at least for a time!) is through a pantry challenge. Join us as we talk more about using up the food and ingredients we already have on hand to cut food costs and change the way we grocery shop long term. 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/ Subscri...
Jan 21, 2022•48 min•Ep. 196
We're looking at what others are saying, and our own experiences, to find the radical middle on what has been (and continues to be) a bit of a touchy subject. Rest assured, personal choice and freedom to find your own path on your financial journey is and always will be the way of the Frugal Friends. 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...
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 195
Money and mental health are certainly in the top tier category of 'what not to talk about at a party', however we believe debt payoff and our mental wellbeing go hand in hand and we need to find places of safety to talk about these topics! Melanie joins us to share her own journey with mental health during her debt payoff and how this has looked for her even beyond debt freedom. Get full show notes here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/fr...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 194
We talk about goal setting, resolutions, strategizing, and more; but none of that will get us too far without a supportive community! We're looking at a finance adjacent topic regarding accountability and how these intentional relationships can help us stick to and achieve our goals! 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/ Subscr...
Dec 31, 2021•57 min•Ep. 193
It's that time again when we start thinking about what we want from this fresh new year. Of course it takes thought, preparation, and a bit of strategy to ensure we actually reach the goals we've set and see the progress we desire! Join us as we look at tips for setting attainable goals and experiencing personal growth in the new year. 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://w...
Dec 24, 2021•45 min•Ep. 192
Are you already thinking about ways to reign in your spending in the new year? Have you wondered what it would mean to go 'all-in' on frugality (even if just for a short time)? Mrs. Frugalwoods is here to share with us her top tips for engaging in a super frugal month challenge; perfect for January...or any time of year! 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.frugalfriend...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 191
Does your savings need a jump start? Does your spending need a time out? A no spend challenge can be the perfect way to gamify our finances and see some big headway in reaching financial goals. BUT before we dive into a no-spend week or month we need to prepare! In this episode we're talking about the how-to's of preparing for your no-spend challenge and the why this is so crucial to it's success. Get full show notes here! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfr...
Dec 10, 2021•49 min•Ep. 190
Do you love coffee? Do you find yourself purchasing coffee out more often than you'd like to admit? While we know ending our latte purchases will not make us millionaires, it is still useful to consider where our money goes and how to save even in the small things. And so we're looking at ways to decrease spending on caffeine, and even sharing some ways to get the occasional FREE coffee! Get full show notes here! Frugalfriendspodcast.com/capitalize Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook ...
Dec 03, 2021•43 min•Ep. 189
We love a good debt payoff story, and what could be better than hearing the real-life experiences of frugal friends listeners?! Listen in as 3 brave souls share their journey to debt freedom. 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: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends Hang out with us on Instagram!...
Nov 26, 2021•57 min•Ep. 188
Looking for resources to help you on your financial journey? Are you in need of streamlining your budgeting or banking process? We're exploring a run-down of some of the top personal finance apps; from banking apps to budgeting apps to investing apps and saving apps, there's some cool digital tools out there and we're highlight the best of the best! 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 ...
Nov 19, 2021•46 min•Ep. 187
Does the word 'budget' feel limiting to you? Does it seem like you won't have any fun with your friends if you have a budget? It doesn't have to be this way! We believe it's possible to create a budget that makes room for spending on the things we value and afford the things we need. We're here to flip the script and chat about ways to budget without feeling deprived. Get full show notes here! Thanks for listening! See you next week! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://w...
Nov 12, 2021•56 min•Ep. 186
Overspending, spending mindlessly, buying stuff we don't need; it all limits our finances! Whether in the debt pay-off journey OR debt-free we could all use some reminders on how to spend (and save) more intentionally. Listen in and hear some tips as Walli shares her journey of overspending, breaking the cycle, and becoming a m Get full show notes here! Thanks for listening! See you next week! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free Join the...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 185
It's coming! The holidays are just around the corner *again* and this year we're gonna make a plan AND stick to that plan! There are plenty of ways to be prepared for the holiday season, ways to not overspend on gift giving and food, and tips for taking advantage of money saving strategies this time of year. Let's talk about how to get through the end of the year within budget, listen in! Get full show notes here! Thanks for listening - see you next week! Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Wo...
Oct 29, 2021•55 min•Ep. 184
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 No-Spend ...
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! https://www.f...
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-waitlist/ Subscribe fo...
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/frugalfrien...
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 we never achieve...
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
