Episodes

Simple Saving Strategies using the High-5 Banking Method with Sahirenys Pierce – EP 326

You’re in for a frugal fiesta in this special Frugal Friends episode! Jen and Jill revisit their 2021 Frugal Living Summit interview with Poised Finance Lifestyle’s millennial Latina mom, Sahirenys Pierce, who shares her High-5 Banking Strategy that simplifies your savings. Give yourself a high-5 today! We all need an emergency fund. We all need…

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Step by Step Guide to Values Based Spending – EP 325

Hesitating to buy a new car? Guilty of spending money on a latte on your way home? Discover guilt-free and unashamed spending habits through your own values. Learning how to spend with intention does not only benefit our finances but also our overall well-being and connections with other people. In this episode, Jen and Jill…

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How Much Should You Tip? – EP 324

People that are frugal are frequently labeled as bad tippers or cheap. When the pandemic struck, tipping became a hot topic, sparking deeper and more complex discussions about gratuity. As your best frugality companions, we’d like to dispel the idea that we’re bad tippers. This episode aims to help you become a better tipper by…

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What Financial Independence Looks Like Today with Brad Barrett of ChooseFI – EP 323

Join us in this episode as we chat with Brad Barrett, co-host of the ChooseFI podcast, about the ever-evolving concept of financial independence. In this conversation, Brad shares how things have evolved over the past decade and what financial independence means today. Whether you’re new to the concept or looking for new perspectives, we’ve got…

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What is Values Based Spending & How Do You Practice it? – EP 322

Which is more realistic: unicorns or a budgeting philosophy that’s tailored to your values? Clearly, it’s the values-based budgeting approach. In this episode, we guide you through identifying your core values, evaluating your spending habits, trimming what doesn’t align, and how you can start living the life you want RIGHT NOW. Join Jen and Jill…

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The Enneagram and Your Spending – EP 321

Calling all personality test nerds! Today’s episode explores spending habits through a fresh, fun lens – Enneagram types! These bad boys not only reveal your personality type but also provide a sneak peek into your spending style. It’s like having a secret weapon to power up your money moves! Tune in to Jen & Jill…

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Frugal Side Hustle: Bookkeeping with Kate Johnson – EP 320

Want to turn your love for numbers into a money-making side gig? Try bookkeeping! In this special Frugal Side Hustle episode, Kate Johnson joins Jen & Jill to get into the art of bookkeeping. Learn everything you need to know to kickstart your bookkeeping journey and unlock the potential for a thriving side hustle! Listen…

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Tips to Stop Shopping on Amazon – EP 319

Caught yourself staring at your filled online shopping cart? Received another discount premium membership email on your go-to online site? Maybe it’s time we reignite our creativity, as this episode offers plenty of options before you click checkout on your Amazon cart. Prepare your notes as Jen and Jill give ways to reduce our online…

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Frugal Living Tips for Summer – EP 318

Sun out doesn’t mean funds out! Join us as we embrace the sunshine and dive headfirst into the world of frugal summer living. In this lighthearted episode, Jen and Jill talk about how summer can trigger more spending, how to stay on budget, and unique ways to take advantage of this hot season. Whether you’re…

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