The Friendletter

  “Budget” isn’t exactly the sexiest word in personal finance. It gets tossed around so much that, for a lot of people, it feels more like a punishment than a plan. But if you are trying to organize your money or hit a financial goal faster, you do need to plan out your spending for…

  Hi all! This year, we’re all about upgrading – our finances, our bandwidth, and our boundaries. When it comes to implementing boundaries with our money, there are a few variables to consider: Your Needs – knowing what is and is not ok, and what the parameters are for you in this season when it…

  Good day! 😄 We all love a good night out. Restaurants, concerts, an impromptu girls’ trip. They give us the connection we crave and the experiences that enrich us. Or maybe ya just wanna stay in and watch Netflix. You do you boo. But when the average American spends over $300 a month on…

  Hey there, Raise your hand 🙋‍♀️ if you’ve got a kitchen gadget, pair of jeans, electronic or literally any other item sitting in your house unused for over a year? Same. We always think “someday I’m going to NEED this!” Clutter often represents all the “what ifs” and “one day’s” while taking up space…

  Friendship is one of the best parts of life. The inside jokes. The last minute plans. The Facetime calls that turn into therapy sessions. Our people keep us grounded, lifted, and laughing.  But friendships can also cost us money in ways we don’t always realize. Not because someone’s trying to pressure us, but because…

Hi Friend, Some seasons of life knock the wind out of you. A job loss. A breakup. A medical bill you didn’t see coming. Or as we talk about in this week’s Spending Intervention: A literal hurricane. 👉 Watch | She lost EVERYTHING In a Hurricane We sat down with Emily, who lost almost everything…

We’re finding it impossible to do ALL THE THINGS. Cooking actual meals, staying on top of bills, being the friend who remembers birthdays, excelling at work, engaging in self-care practices. We just don’t have enough hands. Which is why we created our (drum roll please) 🥁🥁🥁 mobile optimized Spending Planner! It at least helps you stay…

Good morning!  April showers have finally bloomed into May flowers, and with it comes the May Budget Toolkit! Which includes our very own Mobile-Optimized Spending Planner! If you wanna tackle May’s budget the Frugal Friends way, take advantage of our 50% OFF flash sale (ends April 30). This spreadsheet (compatible with Google Sheets) has everything…

Howdy, 🤠 We’ve all been there—scouring the internet for tangible tips on how to save on our electric bills and getting zilch for results. With utility bills on the rise and summer heat around the corner, it’s vital we demystify savings options, especially for those in low-income households. That’s why we dug deep and found…