Eight Frugal Minutes

Eight Frugal Minutes

Welcome to 8 Frugal Minutes, the ultimate frugal podcast for savvy spenders who want to maximize their savings without sacrificing their lifestyle. In just eight minutes, we deliver practical tips on saving money, scoring shopping deals and grocery discounts, embracing frugal ideas, and mastering penny-pinching DIY projects. But that's not all – we also share how to make money in real time and offer a side hustles podcast on what you should consider in your community. Tune in! We love sharing ideas on our frugal living podcast.

Episodes

December 2, 2024 7 mins

Holiday shopping starts on Black Friday, but what if you didn't get everything you were looking for? This year holiday shopping is a shorter than normal season, but the deals are still out there (and can be yours.) On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes we share where to look for holiday deals, discounts and other opportunities for Christmas gifts and Holiday fun. Tune in to hear more!

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Thinking you need a vacation? You and me both! On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes we discuss how purchasing a flight pass might save you a boatload of cash (or is it a plane load?) With this interesting way to travel it's a pass where you get to fly free and only pay the taxes and airport fees. Leaving endless possibilities for one low price. It's a new way to think about traveling and it's a great way to see the c...

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Happy Holidays! Well, not quite yet as it's only August! On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes we share why you should be thinking about how to save money for Christmas and consider your budget for the happiest time of the year. While we might be considering how November and December is the logical time to think of the holiday season, if you start planning now some of those important holiday traditions can be planned and purc...

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Are you wondering how to save money on vacation travel? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share how you can use your memberships at Costco and Sam Clubs to find the best deals for budget travel.
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Did you know McDonald's and Taco Bell prices differ substantially from restaurant to restaurant? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share how the same sandwich or taco can be substantially different prices depending on the chain location you decide to visit. Here's how to get the best deal every time you order your favorite meal.
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Are you wondering how you can save money with your budget? Why not buy items at the dollar store that are high quality but only cost a buck or two? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share 6 items you could save money buying at the dollar store. Check out our list and see if you can start saving too!
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Have you heard of spaving? It's the latest financial trend of spending money to save cash. Sounds odd? Well, some people think it's a great deal, and others question if it's logical. On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share how spaving can be part of your life or if you should pass spaving on to someone else and save money the old fashioned way: keeping it in your pocket.
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Are you wondering how to save money using your air conditioning? If you're worried about your utility bill being expensive this year, you're not alone. On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share five tips you can use to save money on your air conditioning use. Keep your family cool, your home at a decent temperature, and still saving money on a hot summer day.
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Are you wondering how to save money on your summer barbecue celebrations? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we offer five tips on how you can save cash for the food you need to BBQ and still have great tasting barbecues all summer long.
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Have you heard about the new trend of pop-up garage sales? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we will talk about how to make money at a pop-up garage sale. It's different than a regular garage sale or yard sales, and you can do it more than once this summer! It's an interesting trend that people are doing around the country. Have you considered doing it too?
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Are you wondering how to make quick cash this summer? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we offer five ways you can get started on making money this summer. From selling those items you don't need to Unique side hustles only available when it's warm outside, it's time to see how much cash you can make!
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Have you heard of the Costco trade-up program? If you're wondering how to recycle electronics and get something good out of it, this program is for you! On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we reveal how you can easily get Costco gift cards recycling your old electronics.
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Are you wondering how to find thrift store deals? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share three more ways to save when shopping at thrift stores. Are you sure you can't get additional discounts? Find out how to save more money by just looking for these opportunities at your local thrift store!
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Are you looking to save money on your gas expenses? And are you trying to figure out how to save money on transportation? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share tips and ideas on how to cut gas expenses and even consider using alternate transportation.
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Are you looking for more deals and discounts? Perhaps you are wondering how to use negotiation techniques to secure the best deals possible. On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share how to engage in the art of negotiation and receive discounts, deals, and promos for services and items that otherwise would never be offered.
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Are you wondering how to find free financial literacy resources? Whether it is information on your finances, your money, or even making informed decisions to build wealth, financial literacy empowers families. On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share where you can find free and low-cost financial literacy resources that you can access in your community.
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Are you wondering how your local library can save you money? We all know you can check out books, but libraries have plenty of other resources too. On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share 6 ways libraries can help you live your best life and save money too.
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Ever wonder hot to find best buys at garage sales? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share 5 items you should consider looking for when out at a garage or yard sale.
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Wondering how to save more money at Walmart? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes we share 3 tips to save more money, including one idea most shoppers overlook att the time!
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Are you wondering how price matching and price adjustments can help you save money shopping at stores? On this episode of Eight Frugal Minutes, we share how you can use these tools to say even more cash.
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