The Frugal Friends

Frugal Entertaining & Hosting – EP 451

Some of us embrace a horror-themed festivity, some of us love twinkly lights, but no matter your style, there’s a holiday just around the corner for everyone. And what’s a celebration without heartfelt connections, right? In this episode, Jen and Jill sparks the good that comes with hosting and share their tips for throwing an…

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Declutter Your Kitchen in 30 Days – EP 450

Spoiler alert: high food income holidays are just around the corner, and your kitchen is crying for help! So this is probably the best time to prepare your kitchen for the holiday hustle! Over the next 30 days or less, you’ll be doing yourself a favor by decluttering your space. In this episode, Jen and…

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How Women Can Negotiate Better with Kathryn Valentine – EP 449

Whether you’re asking for a raise or just trying to make your voice heard, negotiation doesn’t have to feel scary, and you definitely don’t have to be an expert at all times to get what you deserve! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Kathryn Valentine of Worthmore Strategies to empower us how…

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Influencers Are Lying to You About Their Lifestyle – EP 448

News flash! Influencers are not telling you the whole truth on social media. It’s not malicious, but it isn’t all perfect either. Whether you’re someone who is just here for the title, or you’re someone who easily gets influenced, you’ll get what you came for. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss why influencers are…

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How to Have a Frugal Spooky Season – EP 447

There’s nothing scarier than spending money on something you’ll use only once, give away, or that will gather dust and cobwebs in your garage for a year! In this episode, Jen and Jill are witching you a budget-friendly Halloween with backed-up statistics on spending patterns and predictions with tips to save money this spooky season….

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How to Vote With Your Dollar with GG Gimja – EP 446

When the world feels overwhelming and you’re not sure how to make a difference, remember that there’s always one action you can take that moves you in the right direction. Even if things don’t seem to be going your way, taking that one step can make a difference. In this episode, Jen and Jill are…

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“I Deserve” Mentality is Financially Toxic – EP 445

Of course we deserve a little treat or maybe even an indulgence now and then. We’re all guilty of this! But sometimes, this mindset becomes a frequent excuse that it exhausts our wallets without us realizing. In this episode, Jen and Jill will reveal some hard truths about how this mentality might be costing us…

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Try This Japanese Art of Mindful Budgeting – EP 444

There is something uniquely simple and effective about timelessness: it never gets old and it always finds a way to work out somehow. In this episode, Jen and Jill revisit the timeless Japanese budgeting system called Kakeibo, what it’s all about, and what you need to know to engage with it effectively. Let’s lift the…

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Frugal Beauty & Fashion Tips at Any Age with Dominique Sachse – EP 443

Best believe, you’re not behind and it’s never too late to focus on reclaiming the confidence you once had when you were younger. What’s even better is that you don’t have to spend tons of money doing that. In this episode, Jen and Jill join Dominique Sachse of Over 50 & Flourishing to share her…

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