Hesitating to buy a new car? Guilty of spending money on a latte on your way home? Discover guilt-free and unashamed spending habits through your own values. Learning how to spend with intention does not only benefit our finances but also our overall well-being and connections with other people. In this episode, Jen and Jill laid out the blueprint for values-based spending and its significance in living an intentional frugal life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3O8TCop 💌 Want to s...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 325
People that are frugal are frequently labeled as bad tippers or cheap. When the pandemic struck, tipping became a hot topic, sparking deeper and more complex discussions about gratuity. As your best frugality companions, we'd like to dispel the idea that we're bad tippers. This episode will help you become a better tipper by making you wiser and more well-informed about it. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3pUimsd 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? https://www....
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 324
Join us in this episode as we chat with Brad Barrett, co-host of ChooseFI, about the ever-evolving concept of financial independence. In this conversation, Brad shares how things have evolved over the past decade and what financial independence means today. Whether you're new to the concept or looking for new perspectives, we've got valuable insights and practical tips to help you on your journey to financial freedom. Don't miss it! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3DtWR4R 📑 Get our...
Jul 28, 2023•54 min•Ep. 323
Which is more realistic: unicorns or a budgeting philosophy that's tailored to your values? Clearly, it's the values-based budgeting approach. In this episode, we guide you through identifying your core values, evaluating your spending habits, trimming what doesn't align, and how you can start living the life you want RIGHT NOW. Join Jen and Jill as frugality meets purpose in this episode. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3O73EqZ 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 322
Calling all personality test nerds! Today’s episode explores spending habits through a fresh, fun lens - Enneagram types! These bad boys not only reveal your personality type but also provide a sneak peek into your spending style. It’s like having a secret weapon to power up your money moves! Tune in to Jen & Jill and discover how your Enneagram type can change the way you approach your finances. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3XCuFpy 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook h...
Jul 14, 2023•54 min•Ep. 321
Want to turn your love for numbers into a money-making side gig? Try bookkeeping! In this special Frugal Side Hustle episode, Kate Johnson joins Jen & Jill to get into the art of bookkeeping. Learn everything you need to know to kickstart your bookkeeping journey and unlock the potential for a thriving side hustle! Listen in as Kate, Jen, and Jill explore the ins and outs of bookkeeping. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/44vcS5L 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www...
Jul 07, 2023•57 min
Caught yourself staring at your filled online shopping cart? Received another discount premium membership email on your go-to online site? Maybe it’s time we reignite our creativity, as this episode offers plenty of options before you click checkout on your Amazon cart. Prepare your notes as Jen and Jill give ways to reduce our online shopping and offer alternative sites you can browse through on your next shopping! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/44nfD9r 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frug...
Jun 30, 2023•53 min•Ep. 319
Sun out doesn't mean funds out! Join us as we embrace the sunshine and dive headfirst into the world of frugal summer living. In this lighthearted episode, Jen and Jill talk about how summer can trigger more spending, how to stay on budget, and unique ways to take advantage of this hot season. Whether you're lounging by the pool or road-tripping to a hidden gem, we've got you covered. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/3XhmazX 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugal...
Jun 23, 2023•48 min•Ep. 318
HIStorical misconceptions will tell you that women are only interested in shopping rather than handling their finances. Well? That’s not the case for HERstory. Women today hold a lot of wealth in the economy, and the number is still growing. Together with your favorite frugal ladies and Jean Chatzky, this episode deconstructs the misconceptions about women and money, talks about the new generation of women, and how to build, grow, and manage the wealth that empowers the woman in them. 🎙️ Get fu...
Jun 16, 2023•46 min•Ep. 317
You have a new message from the Frugal Friends! A new month has come by, and so do the dreaded monthly bills. The phone bill is one of the monthly bills some may consider fixed expenses. However, there are no expenses that you cannot lower if you get creative. Join us as we explore the answers to the hundred questions about the seemingly increasing phone fees every year and how we can save on our phone plan. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3oHdqGN 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Livin...
Jun 09, 2023•59 min•Ep. 316
Unlocking the key to smart ways of handling your finances begins with understanding the power of habits and their impact on your life. Habits are not easy to bend and break, and there’s always continuous effort to change certain aspects to replace them with something better. Join us in this episode as we identify the causes of why we overspend, acknowledge these mistakes, and break and replace them. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/45GZBJ2 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook h...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 315
Did you know that most marketing companies in the US during the early 1950s focused heavily on recycling materials? In today’s linear economy, most companies push customers to buy convenient yet unnecessary things that are easily disposed of. Let’s change our ways as we learn more about the Circular Economy, its impact on our environment, and how you can save money by engaging in it! This interview with Ronen Gonen answers how we can aim at practices in which we can be financially and environmen...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 314
Attention all the fine single ladies! Managing your finances alone always carries a huge burden for singles as many people believe that being single puts them at a greater risk for financial insecurity in their later years– but we think differently. Why? There are just a lot of women who are slayin’ their financial goals regardless of their relationship status. In this episode, we discuss the realities and difficulties of being one. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Nin6kA 📑 Get our...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 313
Have you ever looked at the latest vacation photos on your social media feed, wondering when you’ll be able to experience traveling without worrying about your finances? It’s time to stop hesitating, as this episode traverses the map and guides you to your dream destination of full-time travel on a budget. Come and get ready for a frugal adventure-packed journey with us! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3HfRGYj 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriend...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 312
While honesty is a component in solidifying relationships, Caroline had to keep some financial secrets from her husband to make their finances work (because married life is not always filled with great laughter and romantic late-night talks.) Still, there is a greater challenge in fulfilling one’s role in the marriage and responsibility with their family. In this episode, we hear from Caroline about why and how she kept financial secrets and what it meant for them. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! ...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 311
Hearing people’s stories about their finances can elicit various reactions. One may think it’s unrealistic or unattainable, but hearing their stories can give us the perspective that improvements and success do not happen overnight. If you have been with us for a while now, you know that we love hearing your stories of frugality, budgeting, paying off debt, and just your financial stories! In this special episode with Allison, we talk about everything we have learned from all walks of life and t...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 310
As shocking as it may be, your finances are not stressful to manage, and it shouldn't be! The world has made handling our money complex, becoming a source of negativity and stress. In this special episode with Allison Baggerly, let's shift our perspective on money and learn how to approach finances easier, less stressful, and with a bag full of confidence. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/3W5FQpQ 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 S...
May 12, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 309
We're not out here giving empty promises on how being a Virtual Assistant is a solution to all of your problems and that you'll never be sad again, but if you ever find yourself looking for some flexible ways to earn extra income, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in as we dive into the world of virtual assistance with Shatoria Smith and learn how to turn your spare time into a profitable side hustle. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/41HcEXV 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook...
May 09, 2023•52 min•Ep. 308
Success does not happen overnight nor does it happen without any plan or preparation–it’s in the systems. Planning and prepping go hand and hand, and we’re going to create systems in place. We do believe that Sundays are your rest days, so in this episode, we’re going to share actionable tips which you can do little by little without exhausting yourself. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3ow4xiN 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/eboo...
May 05, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 307
Summer is the perfect time to soak up some financial wisdom your way. Get ready for these HOT books to fill in your library this season! Tune in as we recommend personal finance reads to make the most of your summer and discover new things that will equip your finance in the coming seasons. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/41tHQd1 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us http...
May 02, 2023•51 min•Ep. 306
There’s always something to negotiate for, and it takes courage to do so. If you’re hesitating to ask for an increase or negotiate your work benefits, this episode will boost your confidence and make you feel your worth in your job. Tune in to learn from Rich Jones’ expertise on intentional strategies to increase your income, and take steps towards advocating for yourself in the workplace. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3KVBzRZ 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https:...
Apr 28, 2023•59 min•Ep. 305
Do you ever think how amazing it is that we make thousands of micro-decisions a day?! The bad news: this comes with our willpower reserves all dried up by the end of the day. While we have a powerful mind capacity, it isn’t running on unlimited power. This episode explores the psychology behind our spending behaviors and the ways to acknowledge and empower our thoughts, feelings, and behavior to help us stick to our budget more effectively. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3mtEGqR 📑 ...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 304
Raise your glass to the 5 incredible frugal years (and counting) you have been with us! In every great show comes spectacular stories and secrets behind making it. We’re letting you take a peek at what goes behind the Frugal Friends podcast and how we became your best friends on personal finance through the personal questions you sent us. As always, we will relate our answers to YOU because you have always been a massive part of this 5-year journey with us. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://b...
Apr 21, 2023•57 min•Ep. 303
Clutter costs a lot of money and can tremendously affect people's lives more than we realize, and Ingrid Jansen has seen it all. Letting go of what you don't need frees up space, time, and resources to focus on what truly matters. In this episode, we're discussing how to define clutter, understand how to get rid of it, and explore its impact on your finances and life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3nFfyh9 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspod...
Apr 18, 2023•52 min•Ep. 302
Ready to learn some money-saving tricks that stood the test of time? Look no further than the frugal living tips from the Great Depression. We don’t have to live in the great depression or go through great extremes to be frugal, but the principles from the generations before us can greatly help us in these trying times. Hop in as we bring back some awesome and helpful frugal tips from the great depression! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3M7g4ig 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living e...
Apr 14, 2023•59 min•Ep. 301
Have you ever felt guilt eat your thoughts after you say “No” to an invitation from a family? Shake it off! We’re stacking BOUNDARIES in this episode to acknowledge the reality of saying NO, how you can be assertive when making decisions, and just saying NO in a way that preserves relationships and still allows you to take control of your time & money. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/3JKBDCh 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 S...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 300
Healthcare should always be at the top of our priority when budgeting and going abroad may be one thing you have considered to acquire quality healthcare. We're going to pop the question so you don't have to: is medical tourism the most ideal option if you want to save medical expenses? In this episode, we learn about Medical Tourism objectively with Dr. David Vequist, the Founder and Director of the Center for Medical Tourism Research. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3lvxiuF 📑 Get ...
Apr 07, 2023•57 min•Ep. 299
Are you looking to make a bigger impact on the environment without breaking your budget? Frugality and sustainability aren’t always paired when being marketed, but in reality, they’re more aligned than we think. Earth Day is approaching, and we want to prepare you in this episode for frugal ways while being eco-friendly! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/3mW81Kq 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get ...
Apr 04, 2023•46 min•Ep. 298
You are not your low income, and we will prove it to you as we help you identify alternative ways of saving when you’re on an extremely tight budget. Remember living on a tight budget and on a low income is not a place we want to live long-term. We will be your cheerleaders for this episode to increase your potential and encourage you to have a more positive mindset. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3mU2ofI 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodc...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 297
Are you paying too much for groceries? With grocery items soaring due to inflation, knowing these expert-approved strategies is more important than ever. Together with Gina Zakaria, it is our mission to help you maximize your savings and keep your grocery budget in check. In this episode, we'll ensure your next grocery visit will be less stressful and more intentional! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3ZRcdtq 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspo...
Mar 28, 2023•40 min•Ep. 296
