The Frugal Friends

For most people, paying off a mortgage seems like a no-brainer. After all, it can be a major financial burden. But in this episode, before rushing to become debt-free, Jen and Jill encourage you to look beyond the numbers, consider your priorities, and find a balance that supports your financial goals along the way. But…

Is college savings really a must-have? You might think so, but Jen and Jill dig deeper into the costs, uncertainties, and financial priorities that come with saving for your child’s future. In this episode, they discuss when to start saving, how much to contribute, and the different ways to help your child pay for college…

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, not the impossible standards the world wants us to live up to. Jen shares her own experience as she and Jill chat about how social media and marketing play on our insecurities and get us spending money just to feel good about how we look. But first,…

They say life actually starts at 30! So, if you’re feeling behind financially, say less, because things are just about to get good. In this episode, Jen and Jill breaks down the financial planning moves that actually matter in your 30s, from building a strong financial foundation to investing for retirement and planning for your…

Everyone says they’d be responsible with more money, but the problem is often how we define living below your means. It’s not about spending as little as possible. It’s about shifting your money mindset so you can spend intentionally without exceeding your means. Today, we’re talking about the mindset shifts that make living below your…

We thought we were the only ones feeling this way, but we keep finding more and more reasons people have stopped shopping at Target, so that’s what we’re talking about today. Target has become something else, and Jen and Jill are digging into why shoppers are feeling differently, what’s changed, and whether the Target run…

Having a baby changes everything, including the way you think about money. Suddenly, you’re not just planning for your life. You’re planning for someone else’s future, too. In this episode, Jen and Jill break down the financial moves every new parent should think about, so you can feel more prepared for the costs, responsibilities, and…

You’ve probably heard of Dave Ramsey and his famous Baby Steps. But do you have to follow someone else’s financial blueprint to make progress with your money? In this rerun, Jen and Jill revisit Dave Ramsey’s advice, where they agree, where they’d do things differently, and how finding other voices in personal finance helped them…

We love Halloween, but the endless stream of viral “must-haves” can make it feel like you need to spend more every October. In this episode, Jen and Jill explore how TikTok, social media, and influencer culture are fueling Halloween overconsumption, from trendy decorations to nostalgic must-haves. They also share how to enjoy Halloween, embrace the…