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Hey Mom! * Is your heart nudging you to be a stay-at-home mom, but it feels impossible to make it work as a single-income family? * Does your debt keep piling up and you just can’t seem to get ahead, no matter how hard you try? * Do you have loved ones that desperately need more of your time and care, but you feel the pressure of having to earn an income? * Are you crushed by the mom guilt of not being able to provide everything your family needs (time, money, etc.) in this season? Hi, my na ...
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Hey friend! If you are looking for more ways to incorporate exercise into your family's routine, look no further! In this episode, I am giving some frugal, as well as some free, ideas on fun ways to get your exercise as a family! Let's get moving! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreci…
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Hey friend! Do you need a cheap dinner idea that's super easy? Does your family have dietary restrictions you need to work around? Would you like a recipe that's frugal using ingredients you often have on hand? You are going to LOVE this easy and cheap meal! And, did I mention it was EASY?? Bon appetit! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for…
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Hey friend! Are you facing some kind of financial burden? Are you overwhelmed with your current financial picture? Is the stress of your finances affecting you or your loved ones? In today's episode, I am talking about some ways you can recognize if your finances are causing physical harm to you or your family members. And, I am going over some str…
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Hey friend! I'm covering some of the top home maintenance and a car safety tip that should be handled in the month of January. By staying on top of these, you house and car will stay in tip top shape, which helps to save you money on costly repairs or damages. Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% global…
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Hey friend! Do you want to spend less time in the kitchen (YES!) while also keeping more of your hard-earned money? (YES!) I got you! This episode walks you through my top meal prep hacks! These will allow you to create an efficient system to get you from buying groceries to sitting down to your family meal in much less time and expense! Who's with…
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Hey friend! It's the first Thursday of December, so that means for this week's theme, I'm going over the items that are typically at their lowest prices of the year. So, in case you need to buy or stock up on any of these deals, this is the month to do it! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! …
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Hey friend! Once you have your budget created, it's so important to track spending against your budget so make sure you are staying within your set parameters. But, which tracking tool is the best option? In this episode, I am going over a variety of tracking tools and how to know which one is the best option for you and your family. Let's make mor…
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Hey friend! Do you finances feel like they could use a push to get on track in the new year? Maybe some overspending in the holiday season? (Me too, no judgment here!) It's time for our December money challenge! The fourth Thursday of each month will be a challenge of some kind. These are meant to help us stay motivated and gain momentum even faste…
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Hey friend! The new year is almost here! And that means a fresh start with motivation on our financial goals. In this episode, I'm going to help you get your budget refreshed to be an excellent working tool to help you gain more momentum in the coming year. Dust off that old budget you haven't paid attention to in far too long, and let's go! Blessi…
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Hey friend! If you are looking for the perfect low cost recipe for the holiday season that you can also enjoy any time of year, look no further! This week's recipe not only uses staples most households typically have on hand, but it even can utilize an ingredient that you may normally throw away. Now that's frugal! Blessings to your family, Mandy T…
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Hey friend! Have you noticed that the new year is only a couple weeks away already? That means it's time to establish your financial priorities and create an action plan that will help your family accomplish your biggest goals! In today's episode, I'm walking you through the exact steps to take to identify the most important goal to start with and …
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Hey friend! The winter months bring along specific maintenance tasks and safety precautions to take care of. In this episode, I'm covering some of the top home maintenance and a car safety tip that should be handled in the month of December. By staying on top of these, you house and car will stay in tip top shape, which helps to save you money on c…
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Hey friend! In the colder months it can feel like there are too many days being cooped up inside and not enough to do. So, this episode will help you get out of that gloomy slump and starting having more fun! I'm giving you several fun ideas that are free or very inexpensive that will help you and your family create some memories and enjoy the wint…
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Hey friend! It's the first Thursday of December, so that means for this week's theme, I'm going over the items that are typically at their lowest prices of the year. So, in case you need to buy or stock up on any of these deals, this is the month to do it! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! …
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Hey friend! Does figuring out what everyone is going to eat all week drive you batty? Do you cringe when you get asked, "What's for dinner?" for the fourth time today? Do you tend to go way over budget in your grocery budget (um...should I have a grocery budget??) If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode is for you! I'm goin…
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Hey friend! In this episode, I’m covering the top skills I recommend to any family wanting to up their frugal living game. Learning any of these skills can help you reduce your expenses even further, and hit your financial goals so much FASTER! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate…
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Hey friend! Do you dream of quitting your job and staying home with your kids? In this episode, I am going over several questions to help you know if you are ready now, and if not then exactly what you’ll need to focus on to get ready! Blessings to your family, Mandy Thank you for helping this show rank in the top 2% globally! I appreciate you so m…
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Hey friend! Do you have enough money saved up for emergencies? Do you know how much you should have saved up? In this episode, I'll be going over several statistics by financial experts on just how much is recommended for families to have to cover most emergencies that may arise. And, if your savings falls short, I give you some tips to help you in…
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Hey friend! When you are first working to reduce spending, it can be an overwhelming task to know where to start. If you can relate, then I'm here to help! In this episode, I am giving you a simple hack that will help you easily and quickly figure out where to start and how to make a BIG impact! Blessings to your family, Mandy P.S. Join our awesome…
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Hey friend! With all of the natural (and man-made) disasters going on in our world, we can never be prepared enough to help our families through an emergency situation. In today's episode, I am covering the top food items to stockpile in case of an emergency. These are items that will last a long time and are easier to consume if you lose power for…
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Hey friend! If you buy stocking stuffers for Christmas, then you know just how much they can add up! In this episode, I'm giving you several tips for finding great stocking stuffer ideas for much less money, and sometimes even FREE! So, Merry Christmas and get saving! Blessings to your family, Mandy P.S. Join our awesome FREE Facebook community! ht…
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Hey friend! Lifestyle inflations affects so many families! Is yours one of them? Do you have an idea of what lifestyle inflation is? In this episode, I'm explaining what it is, signs that your family has been impacted by it, and how you can remedy (or prevent) it in the future! Blessings to your family, Mandy P.S. Join our awesome FREE Facebook com…
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Hey friend, Have you ever wondered when the best time of the year was to get the lowest prices on your grocery staples? Well, look no further! In this episode, I'm going through each month of the year and telling you what is usually on sale for some of the lowest prices all year! This will help your family stock up when the prices are the lowest, s…
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Hey friend! If you have any debt you are working to pay off, make sure to check out this episode! These are the main areas you should be looking at periodically to not only make sure you are on track, but to actually speed up the time it takes to eliminate debt altogether. And, that would be FREEDOM! FREE Debt Repayment Calculator (Scroll down to t…
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Hey friend! Can you believe it? It's my one-year podcast anniversary! THANK YOU so much for all your support and listening to my episodes over the last year. In this episode, I am going over some pretty amazing milestones I never thought I would reach, as well as some fun and less common money hacks that help you move your financial goals further, …
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Hey friend, Yes, you read that right, only 100 days until Christmas!! Did you just get butterflies? If you do not feel prepared at all to pay for Christmas this year, never fear! In today's episode, I am giving you several easy ways to start NOW to help you build up your Christmas fund. There are a lot of juicy nuggets, so go grab whatever you need…
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Hey friend! Can you feel fall getting close? I know I can! If your family needs some fun ideas on ways you can spend those rainy fall days, I've got you covered! In this episode, I give you 31 activities you can do as a family this fall that don't cost much or anything at all. Let's go have some fun! Blessings to your family, Mandy P.S. Join our aw…
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Hey friend! In this episode we're diving into one of the most essential aspects of back-to-school budgeting—lunches! Feeding your kids healthy meals without breaking the bank can be a challenge, but with these tips, it’s entirely possible. I hope these ideas will help you stretch your dollars while keeping your kids happy and healthy as they enjoy …
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Hey friend! Do you struggle with too much impulse shopping? Do you find yourself turning to those unplanned purchases too often, and you want to stop? Are your extra expenditures preventing you from hitting your financial goals, causing you guilt or stress, or even worst...more debt?? I've got your back friend! In today's episode, I'm giving you my…
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Hey friend! I've had multiple listeners reach out to ask me what my favorite rewards apps are. So, in today's episode, I discuss my four favorite apps and the details you need to know about each one. If you would like to get any of these apps, and you use my referral links here, you and I both get bonus points (um, YES Please!). Fetch: https://refe…
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Hey friend! Are your kids' extracurricular activities like paying an extra car payment each month (sports fees, am I right??). Are you considering pulling your children from the programs they love so much, because you just can't afford to pay the high fees? Have you had to tell your kids no when they ask to take gymnastics or ballet or...? Well, th…
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Hey friend! Is it really almost time for the kiddos to go back to school?? Where is summer going? If you are dreading spending ALL THE MONEY on school supplies, clothes, shoes, coats, etc. then this episode is for you! I'm giving you 30 tips to help you save the most money possible this school season. Use this list to stay on budget while still get…
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Hey friend! In this 5th and final episode of our 'saving money on food and groceries" series, I'm teaching you exactly how to know the lowest sale price on every grocery item you buy, so you never have to spend too much again! I did this one thing several years ago and it has saved my family countless dollars over the years, and continues to do so!…
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Hey friend! In week three of our 5-week series on saving hundreds on your monthly food and grocery costs, I'm giving you several tips to help you create an entire week's dinners without spending any money! Are you up to the challenge? If so, give it a listen and start your meal planning! If you missed week 1, check that out here: https://podcasts.a…
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Hey friend! In week 2 of our 5-week series on lowering your monthly grocery and food costs, I am teaching you an easy and quick hack you can use to reduce your monthly food spending by thousands of dollars each year! If you missed week 1, check that out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/44-save-big-on-groceries-part-1-best-times-to-stock/…
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Hey friend! Groceries and food is almost always one of the top 3 monthly expenses for families! So, this episode is the first of a FIVE-EPISODE SERIES all about helping you lower your monthly grocery spending to make a huge difference in your finances! (Make sure you are subscribed to be notified of the rest of the series!) Today's topic is discuss…
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Hey Mom! Do you get overwhelmed having to track every little expense each month just to know if you are staying on budget? Do you find yourself wasting time having to fix some of the expense categories the budgeting apps choose for your expenses? If you hate the tedious process of budgeting and tracking all the details of your monthly spending, the…
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Hey Mom! While I do not advocate for having debt, I do believe some rewards cards can help us save money and even earn money or rewards, when used responsibly. So, in this episode, I'm sharing my personal strategy for using my credit card every month and how this habit helps my family! I also reveal my top pick for the best mileage credit…
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Hey Mom! I know the weight of having debt hanging on your shoulders! And how it feels like it will never be gone. Does debt weigh your family down? In today's episode, I am giving you my EASY strategy for negotiating with credit card companies to reduce your debt down so much faster. What will being debt free do for your family and your p…
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Hey Mom! Do you have some bills to pay but not enough income at the end of the month? Are you finding it difficult to pay for all the things your family needs? Or would you just like to make a little faster progress towards your financial goals? Then this episode is for you! I am going over several ideas that can help you earn money right…
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Hey Mom! Are your kids anything like my kids telling you they are bored about a week into summer break? It can't just be in my house! If you are looking for some frugal fun ideas to spend time as a family, these thrifty summer activities should help you out. Beat the boredom and make memories with these easy ideas that are cheap or even F…
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Hey Mom! Do you need to reduce your monthly spending, but you are worried you won't be able to still get what you need? Do you struggle with impulse shopping because you don't want to go without? Do you wish you could stop spending so much, but it feels hard to change your habits? Well, I have good news for you! In this episode,…
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Hey Mom! Want to make a lot of money at your next garage sale? I have compiled over 50 tips that will help you plan an epic garage sale that can help you earn the most money possible. This episode is part 3 of the Declutter for Money Challenge 2024, and I want you to turn your unwanted clutter into quick cash! Let's get planning!
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Hey Mom! How is your decluttering going from last week's episode - Part 1 of the Declutter for Money Challenge 2024? I hope you have been able to set aside some items that you no longer need and can help you earn some extra money! In this episode I am going over a long list of ways you can sell your no longer needed stuff. Are you ready to earn som…
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Hey Mom! Are you drowning in clutter? Do you want to freshen up your home and make some money at the same time? Could you use some extra cash? If you said yes to any of those questions, then you MUST join my three-week series Declutter for Money Challenge 2024! In this episode, part one in the series, I am going over some easy steps to get you star…
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Hey Mom! Are you looking for some easy ways to honor Earth Day this year and save a little money while you're doing good for the planet? Look no further! In this episode, I provide several tips that are both eco-friendly and budget-conscious to help your family save even more money. Doing good comes with many rewards! How are you celebrating Earth …
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Hey Mom! Would you LOVE to be at home with your family, but you just can't give up your income (or at least not all of it)? Are you already a stay-at-home mom, but you'd love to be able to bring in some income while working around your busy schedule? Either way, this episode is for you! I am providing you with several side hustle ideas that can hel…
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Hey Mom! It's spring time here in the States! And that means the flowers are blooming, the trees are growing leaves, and the weather is, well you know....unpredictable. With spring comes the desire to get out of the house more after being cooped up all winter. If that is your family, I've got a great episode for you! I'm sharing several spring acti…
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Hey Mom! Spring is officially here, and that often means a focus on spring cleaning. Well, I'd like to suggest taking a little time to spring clean your finances, too! In this episode, I go over the different areas with some ideas on how you can freshen up each category to make sure your family is fully aligned with your financial plan. So, dust of…
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Hey Mom! Do you have multiple sources of debt you are working to pay off? Do you feel overwhelmed with figuring out the right strategy to use? Do your debt balances feel like they aren't getting any lower? Don't stress; I'm here to help you! In this episode I break down the definitions of both the debt snowball payoff method and the debt avalanche …
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