The Frugal Friends

Bells are ringing, and the holiday spirit is here! But let’s take a moment to pause and take a quick check in because we might be giving more than we realize—putting our future more vulnerable for the next seasons to come. In this episode, Jen and Jill list the things to watch out for on…

Every day, we make countless decisions that drain our willpower—leaving us too burnt out to make the best money choices. But there’s always a radical middle in everything. In this episode, Jen and Jill break down how psychology, money habits, and willpower connect—and how understanding yourself can help you save smarter.  Your budget tells you…

It starts with “I’ll do it later.” The next thing you know, you have a mountain of clutter at home. The thought of decluttering feels overwhelming—and let’s be honest, we are the first ones to judge ourselves for it, to the point where we just don’t do it all. But it’s never too late to…

Personal finance tips are everywhere, and let’s be honest—it can feel overwhelming. How are you supposed to keep up, let alone know what actually works for you? But what if money management didn’t have to be so complicated? What if it could actually be simple? In this episode, Jen and Jill reveal what they call…

Ever wonder why you can’t break certain money habits, like impulse buying, constantly overspending, or even depriving yourself too much, even when you know it’s not great for your finances? Maybe it’s time to ask your inner child. In this episode, Jen and Jill take a trip down memory lane and explore how our childhood…

It doesn’t matter if you’re living alone or with your family, the most challenging question of the day is always what to eat for the next meal. If cooking isn’t your strong suit and you find yourself stressing about what to eat for the rest of the day, then this is for you. In this…

We’ve all had that moment when an advertisement passes by, and our mind goes, “I definitely need that,” thanks to how effective and well-thought-out their marketing is. But they will always be what they are meant to be—strategies designed to influence us to spend. It’s not evil, but it’s definitely costing us something. In this…

A present for you—from our hearts: a frugal holiday season! There’s no better way to celebrate than by enjoying the season without guilt. Plus, it’s much more meaningful to give something heartfelt rather than something you regret because it was pricey. In this episode, Jen and Jill will unwrap meaningful ways to celebrate frugally and…

If we receive a set of puzzle pieces, we can’t complete the picture without knowing how they fit together. The same goes for teaching our kids about money. Even if we pass down every cent we have, they won’t know what to do with it unless we teach them the values and proper ways to…