MANDY LEWIS | Frugal Living Coach, Stay-at-Home Mom, & Lover of all things free!

Frugal Living for Families | Become a Stay-at-Home Mom, Saving Money, Get out of Debt, Easy Budgeting, Single-Income Strategies

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Hey Mom! * Is your heart nudging you to be a stay-at-home mom, but it feels impossible to make it work as a single-income family?* Does your debt keep piling up and you just can’t seem to get ahead, no matter how hard you try? * Do you have loved ones that desperately need more of your time and care, but you feel the pressure of having to earn an income?* Are you crushed by the mom guilt of not being able to provide everything your family needs (time, money, etc.) in this season? Hi, my name is Mandy Lewis, and I have been where you are. I have learned many strategies that have helped me give...

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MANDY LEWIS | Frugal Living Coach, Stay-at-Home Mom, & Lover of all things free!

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Mar 13, 2025

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95 | THEME THURSDAY: Tips for Home and Car Maintenance That Will Save You Money Down the Road! 13.03.2025

Hey friend!   These are the top home maintenance and car safety tips that should be handled in the month of March. By staying on top of these,  you house and car will stay in tip top shape, which helps to save you money on costly repairs or damages.   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

94 | 20 Tips to Save on Healthcare Costs - Part 4 in Our Series! 10.03.2025

Hey friend!   Here is the last episode in our 4-part series on tips to save money on the top 5 expenses for most families. Today we go over 20 tips to help reduce expensive healthcare costs. Check out the entire series to SAVE BIG!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 1.5% globally! I appreciate you so much!

93 | THEME THURSDAY: What to Buy in March for the Biggest Savings of the Year! 06.03.2025

Hey friend!   It's the first Thursday of March, so I'm going over the items that are typically at their lowest prices of the year. So, in case you need to buy or stock up on any of these deals, this is the month to do it!    Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 1.5% globally! I appreciate you so much!

92 | Reduce Your Top 5 Expenses - Part 3 in our 4-Part Series! 03.03.2025

Hey friend!   Have you been enjoying our four-part series designed to save you tons of money each month on your top monthly expenses? I hope it has helped!   In today's episode, I am bringing you over 20 tips to help save money in another monthly expense that tends to be in most family's top 5 at least at some point!  Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top...

91 | Monthly Financial Challenge to Save You HUNDREDS in the Month of February and Beyond! 27.02.2025

Hey friend!   This month's financial challenge can save you literally hundreds and even thousands of dollars! I'm not kidding! Do not delay on this challenge, as you have nothing to lose (except a lot of monthly expenses)!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 1.5% globally! I appreciate you so much!

90 | Reduce Your Top 5 Expenses Part 2 in our 4-Part Series to Save Hundreds! 24.02.2025

Hey friend!   This episode is part 2 in our series to save you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on your top 5 monthly expenses as a family.  If you missed part 1, listen to episode 88. And make sure to subscribe so you don't miss parts 3 and 4 when they air.   Upside App: This free app gets you cash back on gas! Use promo code MANDY72475 to get an extra 15¢/gal bonus on your first purchase. h...

89 | THEME THURSDAY: Thrifty One-Pot Dinner Recipe for Cold Winter Evenings! 20.02.2025

Hey friend! If you want an inexpensive dinner recipe that is quick and easy AND only uses one pan, this is the one for you! It's also very versatile so switch it up based on what you have on hand to save even more money!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 1.5% globally! I appreciate you so much!  

88 | The Top 5 Expenses of Every Family and Tips to SAVE BIG - 4 Part Series! 17.02.2025

Hey friend!   Most families face the same top 5 expenses and they add up to A LOT of money every month. In this four-part series, I'm giving you tons of tips for greatly reducing your monthly spending in each of these categories.   By the end of this series, you have the ability to save THOUSANDS of dollars a month. I'm not kidding! So, make sure to subscribe so you are notified of each one, and l...

87 | THEME THURSDAY: Home and Car Maintenance Tips in February That Will Save You Money! 13.02.2025

Hey friend! I'm covering some of the top home maintenance and a car safety tip that should be handled in the month of February. By staying on top of these,  you house and car will stay in tip top shape, which helps to save you money on costly repairs or damages.   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

86 | The Cost of Convenience: When Paying More Isn’t Worth It 10.02.2025

Hey friend!   The amount of money the average person spends on items of convenience is staggering! This money can keep families from reaching their financial goals faster.   Listen in as I provide some recent statistics showing just how much we spend to save some time. It might be eye-opening!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I apprecia...

85 | THEME THURSDAY: Items to Buy In February for the Biggest Savings All Year! 06.02.2025

Hey friend!   It's the first Thursday of February, so I'm going over the items that are typically at their lowest prices of the year. So, in case you need to buy or stock up on any of these deals, this is the month to do it!    Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

84 | Valentine's Day Ideas for Your Kiddos - Low Cost or FREE! 03.02.2025

Hey friend!   If you want some creative ways to celebrate your kids this Valentine's Day, this episode will give you several ideas! These are either very low cost or absolutely free ways to show your love.    Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

83 | Save Money on Food and Groceries - Roundup of Episodes to Save THOUSANDS! 30.01.2025

Hey friend!   Did you know that food and groceries is one of the top 3 expenses for most families?  But, it's also one of the easiest areas to get HUGE savings and fast!   In today's episode for THEME THURSDAY, I am going over all 17 of my episodes all dedicated to helping you reduce your monthly spending on food by hundreds per month and MULTIPLE THOUSANDS each year. For real.   Get ready to take...

82 | Tax Tips to Help You Save Money and Maximize Your Family's Tax Refund 27.01.2025

Hey friend!   In this episode, I'm going over my top tips to help you get organized and reduce stress this tax season. I also share some advice to help you make the most of your refund and set your family up for financial success!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

81 | THEME THURSDAY: Money Challenge for the New Year 2025! 23.01.2025

Hey friend! Do you feel like you could use some motivation to get your finances on track?    It's time for our January money challenge! The fourth Thursday of each month is some kind of challenge to keep us productive. These are meant to help us stay motivated and gain momentum even faster toward our financial goals.   So, jump into today's episode, and commit to the task at hand! You've got this!...

80 | Fun and Affordable Exercise Ideas for the Whole Family 20.01.2025

Hey friend!   If you are looking for more ways to incorporate exercise into your family's routine, look no further! In this episode, I am giving some frugal, as well as some free, ideas on fun ways to get your exercise as a family!    Let's get moving!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

79 | THEME THURSDAY: Inexpensive Dinner Recipe With Easy Variations to Work for Anyone’s Needs! 16.01.2025

Hey friend! Do you need a cheap dinner idea that's super easy? Does your family have dietary restrictions you need to work around? Would you like a recipe that's frugal using ingredients you often have on hand?   You are going to LOVE this easy and cheap meal! And, did I mention it was EASY??   Bon appetit!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% global...

78 | Stressed About Money? The Toll It Takes on Your Family + Some Helpful Tips to Reduce the Burden 15.01.2025

Hey friend!   Are you facing some kind of financial burden? Are you overwhelmed with your current financial picture? Is the stress of your finances affecting you or your loved ones?   In today's episode, I am talking about some ways you can recognize if your finances are causing physical harm to you or your family members. And, I am going over some strategies to help you reduce the stress you feel...

77 | THEME THURSDAY: Home and Car Maintenance/Safety Tips for the Month of January 09.01.2025

Hey friend! I'm covering some of the top home maintenance and a car safety tip that should be handled in the month of January. By staying on top of these,  you house and car will stay in tip top shape, which helps to save you money on costly repairs or damages.   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

76 | These Meal Prep Hacks Will Save Your Busy Family Time and Money! 06.01.2025

Hey friend!   Do you want to spend less time in the kitchen (YES!) while also keeping more of your hard-earned money? (YES!)   I got you! This episode walks you through my top meal prep hacks! These will allow you to create an efficient system to get you from buying groceries to sitting down to your family meal in much less time and expense!   Who's with me?!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Than...

75 | THEME THURSDAY: Items to Buy In January for the Biggest Savings All Year! 02.01.2025

Hey friend!   It's the first Thursday of December, so that means for this week's theme, I'm going over the items that are typically at their lowest prices of the year. So, in case you need to buy or stock up on any of these deals, this is the month to do it!    Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so much!

74 | The Best Expense Tracking Tools to Keep You on Budget 30.12.2024

Hey friend!   Once you have your budget created, it's so important to track spending against your budget so make sure you are staying within your set parameters. But, which tracking tool is the best option?   In this episode, I am going over a variety of tracking tools and how to know which one is the best option for you and your family. Let's make more progress in our financial goals in 2025 than...

73 | THEME THURSDAY Financial Challenge for December 2024 26.12.2024

Hey friend! Do you finances feel like they could use a push to get on track in the new year? Maybe some overspending in the holiday season? (Me too, no judgment here!)   It's time for our December money challenge! The fourth Thursday of each month will be a challenge of some kind. These are meant to help us stay motivated and gain momentum even faster toward our financial goals.   So, jump into to...

72 | Refresh Your Budget to Help You ROCK Your Finances in 2025 23.12.2024

Hey friend! The new year is almost here! And that means a fresh start with motivation on our financial goals.    In this episode, I'm going to help you get your budget refreshed to be an excellent working tool to help you gain more momentum in the coming year. Dust off that old budget you haven't paid attention to in far too long, and let's go!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helpi...

71 | THEME THURSDAY: Budget-Friendly Recipe for the Holidays or Anytime! 19.12.2024

Hey friend!   If you are looking for the perfect low cost recipe for the holiday season that you can also enjoy any time of year, look no further!   This week's recipe not only uses staples most households typically have on hand, but it even can utilize an ingredient that you may normally throw away. Now that's frugal!   Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the t...

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