Frugal Friends

👋 Hey friend, If money has felt a little messy lately (no shame, same), today’s episode might be exactly what you need. We just dropped 5 Best Budgeting Apps to Pay Off More Debt in 2026! and it’s packed with the tools that make budgeting easier, lighter, and way less overwhelming. Because let’s be honest:…

  Hey friends, Every once in a while, you get a day where the path splits.Not in a dramatic movie way.More like the quiet kind, where you realize: “If I make a different choice today, my next year could feel completely different.” Today is one of those days. Because tonight is the last chance to…

Hey friend, Let’s talk about something that looks frugal on TikTok but… isn’t. Luxury dupe hauls. They show up on your feed like, “Look at me saving money by buying this $300 look for $29!” But behind the “steal” is a cycle of cheap production, fast-turnover impulse buying, and factories that pay the real cost….

  Hey friend, We’ve seen something powerful happen inside the Frugal Friends community: when people come together with a shared goal, progress gets easier, faster, and so much more motivating. So in 2026, we’re doing something big. We’re working together as a community to pay off $100,000 of debt in the first 3 months of…

Hey friend, Jen here. If you’ve been trying to get a handle on your debt but keep getting stuck between “I should” and “I don’t know where to start”, we built something for exactly that in-between space. Meet the 90 Day Debt Free Fast Track, our brand new program designed to take you from overwhelmed…

  Hey Friends! Imagine turning your truck, garage or spare room, and a bit of hustle into a side income you control. That’s exactly what the Sharetown Rep role is and why we’re excited to send this your way. So what do Sharetown Reps actually do? Think of it like giving returned items a second…

Happy Black Friday! The holidays are here, which means sparkle, snacks, and spending temptations everywhere. Before you slide into “I’ll deal with it in January” mode, let’s make sure your December spending feels as good as your hot cocoa tastes. Here’s your toolkit for a cozy, clear-headed finish to the year 👇 💳 What to…

  Hey Friends! Every November, everyone in your inbox, on TV, and TikTok feed suddenly agree on one thing: you need more stuff. Holiday marketing has kicked into overdrive, playing a very specific game with your brain chemistry. And spoiler: we’re the ones being played. Today on the podcast, we’re diving into parasocial intimacy, engineered…

Hey Friends! Black Friday can bring out the best and worst in our spending habits. ⭐ The best: solid discounts on things you actually need or love. 👎 The worst: a dopamine-fueled shopping spree that leaves you with buyer’s remorse (and a stuffed closet). But it’s getting harder and harder every year with the wool…