Frugal Friends Podcast

Hosted by Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures

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November 6, 202645 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 .

November 3, 202641 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 .

October 30, 202641 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 .

October 27, 202640 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 .

October 23, 202647 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 .

October 20, 202649 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 .

October 16, 202639 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 .

October 13, 202649 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 .

October 9, 202641 min

More Reasons to Stop Shopping at Target

We thought we were the only ones feeling this way, but we kept finding more and more reasons people have stopped shopping at Target, so that’s what we’re talking about today. Target has become something else, and Jen and Jill are digging into why shoppers are feeling differently, what’s changed, and whether the Target run is still worth it. 🥘 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/ffptargetisover See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 6, 202644 min

Financial Next Steps When You Have Your First Baby

Having a baby changes everything, including the way you think about money. Suddenly, you’re not just planning for your life. You’re planning for someone else’s future, too. In this episode, Jen and Jill break down the financial moves every new parent should think about, so you can feel more prepared for the costs, responsibilities, and big life changes that come with growing your family. 🥘 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/ffpfirstbaby See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .