Financial Archives - The Joyful Frugalista

April 6, 2019 Financial

Budget blues

I was underwhelmed by this year’s Federal Budget – what do you think?

March 10, 2019 Financial

Help! I need a new fridge

When my fridge went bung, I went and did my research to find the best replacement.

January 11, 2019 Financial

Credit cards

‘Credit card fully paid,’ messaged Neil, my new hubby. ‘It feels good. First time in decades with no credit card

December 4, 2018 Financial

Travel and Money: How to get the best deal

Travelling overseas involves spending money in another currency. How do you manage your money when overseas?

August 9, 2018 Financial

When online coupon savings are not necessarily savings

When is a saving not a saving? When you buy too much in order to get an online special (also known as proving to your partner that you did not make a bad online choice).

April 23, 2018 Financial

The Sustainable Development Goals and Ms Frugal Ears

Choosing to life frugally also means choosing to live a life of values – it can even be consistent with the lofty goals of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030.