The Frugal Friends

Investing vs Paying Off Your Mortgage Early – EP 174

Is it better to pay off our mortgage or invest the money? It’s a hotly debated topic (well at least in financial circles) with some surprisingly conflicting conclusions. We’re exploring how to determine the best approach for each of us individually and the factors we each should consider. Sponsors:  Your Emergency fund: It seems like…

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The Financial & Environmental Benefit of a Circular Economy w/ Ron Gonen – EP 173

We’ve talked about sustainability at the micro level, but what about the macro level? How can we make decisions with both our time and money that creates long-lasting benefits? Ron Gonen is here to share about how we can aim at a circular economy rather than a linear one and the benefits this can bring…

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Decorating Your Home On A Budget – EP 172

Do you find you are constantly buying new decor items for your home? Is it costing far more than you want to spend to make your home pleasing to the eye? On this episode we’re exploring how to identify your personal design aesthetic so you can decorate in a way that is authentic to your…

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Should You Focus On Paying Down Debt Right Now? – EP 171

Is hyper-focusing on debt pay-off the right financial move for you right now? While it’s no secret that we frugal friends love debt freedom, there are some considerations to make before jumping head first into debt pay down. Listen in as we discuss some additional pieces to think about on this financial journey! Sponsors:  Your…

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Your Guide to Simple Solopreneurship w/ Laura Adams – EP 170

Thinking about starting your own side business, or even full-time business? Feeling overwhelmed by all that’s involved with owning a business? You’re not alone! And Laura Adams is here to talk about the most important things to consider when being a solopreneur, and how to take small, manageable steps towards being your own boss! Sponsors: …

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Frugal Self-Care – EP 169

Taking care of ourselves is about far more than massages and bubble baths and thankfully it is also not about spending loads of money. We’re taking a deeper look at what it means to be kind to ourselves in a holistic way and the various ways we can care for our whole person well! Sponsors: …

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What Is Frugality Really? And Is It Right For you? – EP 168

It’s frugality 102 – we’re taking this think to the next level and exploring the differences between being ‘frugal’ and being ‘cheap’ while also talking about the foundational tenets of frugality. It’s a good one. The kind that gets Jen all amped up. Sponsors:  The Future of Frugal Summit! Over 4 days we’re bringing together…

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The Future of Frugal – EP 167

Too often frugality is confused with being cheap or cutting corners just to save a penny. We want to interrupt those ideas. We believe the future of frugality is values based spending, intentionality with finances, and stewarding all resources well. On this episode we invite Christine Platt, Leslie Oldanie, and Chris Browning to help us…

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How To Add Luxury To A Frugal Lifestyle – Ep 166

Frugal doesn’t have to mean luxury free! We can enjoy some simple pleasures while still saving cash. Listen in for some ideas! Sponsors:  The Future of Frugal Summit! We are insanely excited to announce that registration is now open for our first ever frugal living summit. We believe it’s the first of its kind and…

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