Debt is already overwhelming as it is but more so when it’s higher than what you make in a year. In this episode, we’re walking you through some practical steps to take, things to consider, and some truths about debt and income that will combat the lies your head might be telling you, so you can take to get on track toward becoming debt-free. 

What to Do if You Have More Debt Than You Make in a Year

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 toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.

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Social media is vast and can distort intentions and messages, affecting our motivation. However, its communities are often overlooked for their incredible power to support and uplift each other. In this episode, Jen and Jill celebrate Kelly’s successful payoff journey of $46,000 in student loan debt with the help of social media. 

DFS: How Kelly Used Social Media to Stay Motivated & Pay Off $46K of Debt

The summer has begun, and the laziness, or perhaps, as we would like to call it, a “restful” season, has finally kicked in. I know many of you want to rest and slow down this summer, so let’s capitalize on that! In this episode, Jen and Jill share tips on simplifying your meal planning and recipes that require fewer ingredients! 

Simplified Meal Planning | Low Ingredient Meal Plans

Life after school is daunting, perhaps due to the desire to prove to oneself that we can be adults with a bright and stable life, but life isn’t a movie and adulthood is far from a steady life pace. In this episode, Jen and Jill listen to Catherine’s story of paying off her $27,000 student loan in just 5 months after graduating. 

DFS: How Catherine Paid Off $27,000 in Student Loan in 5 Months

Why travel far when you can enjoy the gorgeous places nearby? It’s convenient and budget-friendly! Grab a pen and paper, because in this episode, Jen and Jill revisit staycation ideas for your summer, sparking creativity in frugality. 

Staycations Revisited

We don’t often give much credit to our teachers that they get paid less than what they deserve. Many of them are struggling to pay off ballooning debts and are forced to live paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Megan to share her debt free journey including creative strategies to save money and mindset shifts as a teacher.  

What to Do if You Have More Debt Than You Make in a Year

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