Frugal Friends Podcast

Frugal Friends Podcast

By Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard VenturesBusinessLeisureInvestingHome & Garden
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    48 min

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Frugal Friends Podcast episodes

  • 5 Signs You Need a Financial Planner (And When You DON’T)

    For a friend who's already pretty frugal, you might think you don't need someone to manage your money. But what if you're in one of the situations we're talking about? Getting a financial planner might not be such a bad idea after all! Today, we're sharing 5 signs it's time to hire a CFP and when you're better off saving your money and managing things yourself.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpdoyouneedcfp

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  • Food Influencers Are Making You BROKE

    That food video got you. One second, you're casually scrolling, and the next, you're craving a delicious-looking meal.  But those cravings can come with a bigger price tag than we realize! In this episode, Jen and Jill break down four major ways social media influences our food spending, why we keep falling for the hype, and how to get to the root of our overspending habits.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpfoodinfluencers

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    46 min
  • Simple Cleaning Schedule & Products

    Cleaning can feel like a lot of work, especially when it takes constant effort to keep up. That's why we're bringing back an episode we know you'll love! One where Jen and Jill share easy ways to create a cleaning schedule, stick to it, and find affordable cleaning products that work!


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpsimplecleaning

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    46 min
  • 7 Tips to Save Money on Thanksgiving Dinner

    Hosting Thanksgiving or attending one? Either way, the holiday dinners can add up. Between family dinners, Friendsgiving, work potlucks, and all the extra food you end up buying, it’s easy to spend more than you planned. In this episode, Jen and Jill share how to enjoy the holiday gatherings without letting Thanksgiving take over your budget.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpthanksgivingdinner

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    42 min
  • What to Include in Your November Budget

    November is upon us, which means your budget is about to enter its annual obstacle course: Thanksgiving, holiday shopping, travel, end-of-year expenses, and at least one thing you completely forgot was happening. In this episode, Jen and Jill get ahead with their November Budget Toolkit, featuring what to budget for, what’s worth buying, and one Big Money Move to protect your finances.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/novemberbudgetki

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    42 min
  • 5 Questions to Ask Before Paying Off Your Mortgage Early

    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.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpmortagepayoff 

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    41 min
  • Should You Save For Your Kids' College?

    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 without sacrificing your own financial security.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpcollegesavings

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  • They’re Going BROKE To Be “Pretty”

    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.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpprettybroke

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    50 min
  • Financial Planning for Your 30s: What Actually Matters

    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 future.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpplanningfor30s

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min
  • 7 Money Saving Hacks to Live Below Your Means

    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 means feel less like restriction and more like financial freedom.


    🥘 Spend less on takeout with our FREE 15 Easy Emergency Meals recipe book: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/meals 

    💲Do you know the 10 Financial Decisions you need to make before 40? Get the FREE workbook here: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/decisions 

    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 

    📲 Get 20% off our spending habits coaching app! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/app 

    👩🏻‍💼 Interested in a comprehensive financial plan? Fill out this form: http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/cfp 

    📚 Order our book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke: 

    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 

    ⭐ Submit your Bill of the Week: http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill 

    🎙️ Get full show notes and mentioned links here! https://bit.ly/ffpbelowyourmeans

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    50 min

About Frugal Friends Podcast

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Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled…

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