Frugal Friends Podcast

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...

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...

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 t...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.frugalfrien...

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 i...

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 o...

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 patte...

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. See Privacy Policy at https...

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 omnystudi...

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 sho...

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. See...

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 in...

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19....

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

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 l...

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

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 he...