Frugal Fun Finance Posts

Clothing Swap Party Tips: Arranging the Ultimate Gathering

Want some new clothes but don’t want to spend a lot of money – or any at all? Love a good party? Why not arrange a clothing swap party? In this article, I’ll go over the details of how to arrange the ultimate clothing swap party. As a frugal living expert and lover of shopping

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Cheap Things to Do in the Summer: 100+ Fun Ideas

Summer is fast approaching, and so is that time where you and the family will have two whole months to do.. whatever you want! In this article, I’ll provide over 100 ideas for cheap things to do in the summer. I’ve enjoyed these activities and have saved thousands of dollars by enjoying activities that are

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How to Stop Buying Stuff: The Quick Guide

It’s been a busy week – at least, it has been for me. Feeling like you’re in a rush and overspending out of convenience? Completely understandable. However, these small expenses really add up over time. In this article, I’ll outline my key tips on how to stop buying stuff you don’t need. Why Do You

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How to Live on One Income

Learning how to live on one income takes work, but it’s well worth the effort. As a single person who has lived on one income for nearly six years, including four in Canada’s second-most expensive city, I’m eager to share my expertise on: Read on to learn about how to live on one income. Understanding

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How to Budget on a Low Income: Strategies to Thrive Financially

Money is tight. You may think that it’s impossible to both pay the bills and save money for your future. Not so fast! In this article, I’ll share my personal experience of how I learned how to budget on a low income. Thanks to my strategy, I went from being over $20,000 in debt and

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Abundance Mentality vs Scarcity Mentality and Money

Your mentality has a major impact on your lifestyle – this is especially true for your finances! In this article, I’ll review the difference between an abundance mindset vs scarcity mentality and what it means for you and your money. As a money-saving expert who has worked hard to develop an abundance mindset through frugal

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Cheap Places to Travel in Canada: Affordable Destinations to Enjoy

Canada is an expensive country. I should know – I’m from there! While travel is worth every penny (especially to beautiful Canada!), if you’re on a budget, you can still experience this gorgeous country without going broke. In this article, I’ll outline my favorite cheap places to travel in Canada. As a frugal traveler who

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Frugal Fridays: Save Money and Enjoy Doing It

Getting started on your frugal living journey is easier when you make it into a fun challenge. There’s no better way to do this than implementing the Frugal Fridays challenge into your life. As a money-saving expert who has saved thousands of dollars through my frugal living strategies, I’ll share my top tips for being

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5 Surprising Ways to Cut Household Costs (+10 Bonus Ways)

Life is expensive. The good news is that with a bit of forethought, planning and creativity, it is possible to reduce everyday expenses. In this article, I’ll review 5 surprising ways to cut household costs. Additionally, I’ll provide you with 10 bonus ways to reduce expenses. These frugal living tips have saved me thousands of

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12 Essential Budget Categories for Smart Saving and Spending

Want to get better at saving money but don’t know where to begin? Not to worry! In this article, I’ll highlight the 12 essential budget categories that everyone should include in their financial plan. A smart savings and frugal living lifestyle has personally saved me thousands of dollars over the past few years without sacrificing

The Power of Your Mindset: Strategies for Financial Empowerment

Mindset is everything and it has a huge impact on your success. In this article, I’ll review the power of your mindset and how it can impact your finances. Additionally, I’ll share my personal story about how I got myself out of debt and was able to increase my saving rate thanks to a positive

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Cheap Ways to Live While Enjoying Every Day

Is money tight? If so, you aren’t alone – millions of others struggle with this as well. The good news is that you can control your spending and saving habits through living cheap. In this article, I’ll go over the best cheap ways to live that you can integrate into your life. Enjoy lower-cost alternatives

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Cheap Travel Destinations in June: The Ultimate Guide

Summer is approaching quickly. Before you know it, it’ll be time to take that dream holiday. However, you’re on a budget. Where should you go to next? In this article, I’ll outline the best cheap travel destinations in June. The tips I’ll share have saved me nearly $1,000 a year – just on travel! From

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How to Overcome Being Afraid of Spending Money

Are you afraid of spending money – or at least, anxious about your financial situation? If so, you aren’t alone. 77% of Americans are worried about their finances. How do you overcome your fears and become part of the mighty minority? In this article, I’ll highlight my personal experience in overcoming my fear of spending

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How to Earn 20 Dollars Fast: 20+ Ways to Earn Money

When you’re looking to save more money, the obvious choice is to cut back on spending. However, you can also take charge of your earnings. In this article, I’ll review my top tips on how to earn 20 dollars fast. As a money-making and saving expert, the tips I’ll share have saved me thousands of

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Frugal Fitness: Tips on Staying Physically and Financially Healthy

Staying fit and healthy is important – but what if you’re on a budget? In this article, I’ll review my top tips on frugal fitness. It’s possible to get and stay in shape without spending hundreds of dollars per month! I’ll share my advice that has saved me thousands of dollars over the past 4

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Frugal and Cheap: Mastering the Art of Knowing the Difference

Frugal and cheap. What’s the difference? There is a clear distinction between cheap vs frugal. In this article, I’ll review the difference between frugal and cheap. Additionally, I’ll explain how frugal and simple living will benefit you in the long run, while being cheap will cost you. The tips I’ll share have helped me save

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Mindful Spending: Tips for Frugal Living

If you’re feeling like your spending is out of control but you want to get it back on track, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’ll go over my top tips on mindful spending. These frugal practices have helped me save thousands of dollars to invest and fund a move halfway across

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The Cheapest Asian Country to Travel To: All About Vietnam

Budget travel destinations are aplenty in Asia. If you’re truly on a tight budget, you may be wondering what the cheapest Asian country to travel to is – based on my experience traveling all over Southeast Asia, it’s Vietnam! As an experienced traveler and frugal living expert who has been to over 20 countries and

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Jobs for 11 Year Old Kids

If your child is looking to start earning more money above his or her weekly allowance (or if you want them to do so!), you’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’ll review the best jobs for 11 year old kids. I’ve personally done many of these jobs myself when I was a

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A Hoarder Cleaning Checklist: The Guide to Reclaiming Your Space

It’s already several months into the year – or maybe even later on in the year – and you’ve made a commitment to clean up your home, but it hasn’t happened yet. You aren’t alone. Do you feel that you own way too much stuff and you’re feeling overwhelmed about cleaning up your space? You’ve