The Friendletter

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Things we don’t buy because we’re frugal

Happy Wednesday, friends! Recently, Jen posted an amazing Instagram reel highlighting 10 things she doesn’t buy because they don’t align with her values. It was a great reminder of how important value-based spending is to our overall financial goals. Especially as we transition through new seasons of life, like taking a pay cut to return…

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How to get Free Books

Happy August, Friends! We love a good book here at Frugal Friends, so much so that we often suggest a good book to read or listen to in our Friday edition of The Friendletter! Lucky us, August 9th is National Book Lovers Day! 🪶 So now’s the perfect time to share some cost-effective ways to get…

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Buy What You Love Launch PARTY 🥳

Happy Friday, friends! Mark your calendars and get your party hats ready because on August 20th, we’re CELEBRATING 🥳 !! Our book Buy What You Love Without Going Broke is available for pre-order and we think that calls for some fun, games, and GIVEAWAYS at our virtual launch party! We couldn’t have written this book…

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How to Tell Them You Don’t Want Gifts

Good morning, friends!  Anyone else have mixed feelings about receiving gifts? On the one hand, it can be so great to receive a thoughtful, timely gift from a loved one. But on the other hand, there can be so many times we receive a gift that we don’t need, want, or know what to do…

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FREE Cheesecake!

Heyyy friends!  Our friend Misti wasn’t the only one with a birthday this month! Last Sunday I (Kim) turned 28, and I couldn’t celebrate without my favorite frugal dessert: store bought cheesecake! 🎂 You might think I’m crazy because I’m not a fan of the traditional cake & ice cream, and that’s okay. However, you can…

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August Budget Tool Kit

Happy Friday and Happy Birthday to my twin (and myself, Misti, obviously)! That’s right, today’s my birthday which means I’m out of the office enjoying some time outdoors! But it also means it’s time for my major annual financial check-in. In honor of this, we’re sharing some tips for a Net Worth Check Up as…

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Save on Gas this Summer

Happy Wednesday! Anyone else blown away by gas prices? My (Misti’s) nomad lifestyle has allowed me to avoid car ownership and lean into public transportation wherever possible, but I feel for all my friends headed to the gas pump lately! To keep a little more of that money in your pocket, we’ve rounded up gas…

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Free Cold Beverages

Happy Monday from Misti, Friends! Despite the record-breaking temps… everywhere. We’ve got some even hotter news (drum roll)… The Frugal Friends’ Book Buy What You Love Without Going Broke is NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER! Check out the announcement on IG🥳 While you’re celebrating this epic milestone with us, let’s also talk about how to stay…

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How to Make Values-Based Spending a Lifestyle

Hey Friends!  Let’s be honest: financial stress is real. 72% of Americans say that it’s one of the top stressors in their lives. And in a world of too much cortisol and not enough rest, values-based spending is needed now more than ever. So how can putting in the hard work with your finances help…

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