Episodes

Saving Money on Adoption with Amanda Koval – EP 344

Adoption is a beautiful door leading for families to grow and change lives, but the road to one sometimes comes with complex and daunting challenges. A newly covered topic for this episode, we will get to know Amanda Koval, an adoptive mom of two children who has helped over a thousand families with their adoption…

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Managing Money and Anxiety – EP 343

We are facing a worldwide economic crisis while still recovering from the pandemic that is gravely affecting most of us. Managing money intersects with our mental health, along with other life challenges we are trying to overcome. In this episode, we explore the reality and impact of inflation, its relation to our mental health, and…

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The Importance of Honoring Your Season – EP 342

No one randomly forgets the season and goes out in shorts and slippers during winter. We prepare and embrace the season, just as we should with unexpected and inevitable life circumstances. While we make things happen, life can also happen to us. In this episode, we will honor our seasons and discover how we will…

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Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on Estate Sales – EP 341

When we talk about buying second-hand items, we automatically think of going to thrift stores or your neighbor’s yard sale, but there is a hidden gem of the resale world that often goes overlooked: estate sales. In this episode, we introduce you to estate sales’ own flavor of goodness in buying secondhand, ways to find…

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How to Prepare For a No-Spend Challenge (The Secret to Sticking to it!) – EP 340

Ready to challenge yourself for a No-spend October? As we bid farewell to this month, we will soon feel the festive spirit of the remaining holidays of this year. The biggest obstacle to success in this challenge is your commitment and discipline, but the Frugal Friends believe in you. Together, let’s discover ways to prepare…

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How to Negotiate & Save Lots of Money – EP 339

Wanna level up your negotiation game? We’ve got you covered. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss the power of negotiation and how it can help save money, earn more, and improve people skills. Don’t miss it as we share valuable tips on identifying negotiation opportunities, gathering information on deals, and learning how to negotiate…

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Frugal Side Hustle: Self Publishing with M.K. Williams – EP 338

Self-publishing is a game-changer— empowering aspiring authors and writers to fully take control of their literary dreams and passions. The best part of it is that you can still embark on this side hustle with frugality! Dive into this new side hustle and explore all things self-publishing with M.K. Williams, a full-time self-published author and…

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How to Adopt a Frugal Mindset – EP 337

It takes both knowledge and practice to fully understand and live by what you have learned. While we always talk about frugality, we also want to teach you how to adopt a frugal mindset. Allow yourself to be curious in this episode as we break down ways to live with a frugal mindset, the barriers,…

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How to Get Self-Care & Healthcare Treatments For Free or Low Cost – EP 336

Self-care and wellness have become buzzwords on social media, but along with healthcare, most of the costs can feel sky-high. But trust us to spill the beans on how you can pamper yourself and stay healthy without emptying your wallet, or even better, without having to spend anything at all! Jen and Jill will tell…

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