Frugal Friends

Friend, happy Friday! Ever feel like your money’s moving but you’re not sure where it’s going? You’re paying bills, grabbing groceries, maybe even saving a little—but it still feels… fuzzy. If that’s you, you’re not alone. One of the best ways to cut through that fog is by seeing your full financial picture—clearly and calmly—in…

  Hey friend, If you caught last week’s episode, you heard some solid stories about how we’ve all fallen for an internet scam at some point. The internet is wild—and Instagram is especially good at dressing up a scam in a pretty filter. Which is why we want to help protect you from the marketing…

  Hey friends, Let’s talk about a sneaky little money habit: pretending our debts don’t exist. Avoiding your debts isn’t a strategy. It’s a hobby. (And a pricey one!). But when you know your numbers, you can make a real plan. Watch us talk through how we tackled our debt on Instagram! Watch the Reel!…

Hello 👋 Budget blown (again)? You’re not alone—and no, you’re not bad with money. We’ve all hit that “who cares, I’m ordering takeout” moment. What matters is what you do next. In Tuesday’s episode, Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging Your Budget (& How to Stop!) we break down simple steps to bounce back and move forward—no…

  Hey Friend 😊 Summer’s here—and let’s be honest, money isn’t exactly the most exciting thing on our minds. Between beach days, busy schedules, and a dash of financial shame, it’s easy to look away. But avoiding it doesn’t help. Awareness does. In our latest Spending Intervention, we dive into how to face your finances…

  Your meals are your business. Always. But if you’re hoping to stretch your grocery budget a little more, it helps to know what those pancakes are actually costing you. Instead of just side-eyeing an $18 prepared meal, try breaking it down. That meal might look pricey, but if it has 8 servings? That’s only…

Good morning!  As summer kicks off, so do new expenses—travel, celebrations, and everything in between. That’s why we pulled together your June Budget Toolkit, full of what to expect this month, where to save, and how to make the most of your money while still enjoying the season. Plus, we’re running a flash sale: ⚡50%…

  Hey friends! If you’ve been around a bit, you may be able to guess which exercise we’re talking about. And no, it’s not cardio (though reviewing 90 days of spending might make your heart race a little). We’re talking about the 90 Day Transaction Inventory—aka the 90DTI. It’s our favorite no-sweat, high-impact financial move…

  Happy Monday! Two months ago, I (Goldie) won a $145 hotel voucher from an email that was almost deleted. True story. It makes you wonder: How many other amazing stuff have landed in the trash folder? While inbox clutter might still be a battle, that win is a great reminder to set up a…