Jackie Lam shares her financial philosophy and being cheap is pretty awesome. We touch on the Cheap vs. Frugal controversy and so much more. Don't forget to sign up for Ibotta (affiliate link)  to begin saving money today. 

Jackie's website is: www.cheapters.org

Check out the show notes at:

www.michelleismoneyhungry.com/jackie-lam

Every once in awhile I get a little meta. I get deep into my head about what is and isn't working in my life. Or, I think about my role in getting the outcomes that I'm getting in my life. This episode touches on the very uncomfortable role that we all play in achieving the outcomes that we're getting. 

Here is the link to the show notes.

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Today's Episode: 

• Your financial situation is not unique!

• Phylecia runs Budget School (www.budgetschool.co)

• She retired at 36 years old! 

• We talk about the F.I.R.E. movement. 

Listen to the rest of the episode to learn of Phylecia's story. 

Show Notes:

• Carlyn has been thrifting for a long time

• She needed a good professional wardrobe but was broke in the beginning of her thrifting journey

• You can find her shop on ETSY at thriftingcoups.etsy.com

• • Check out Etsy for other stuff! Shop Women's fashion and accessories

• 3 Tips for finding great thrift clothes
  • Shop on the edge of town or a slightly more rural area
  • Go at the beginning of the week
  • Say "no" to synthetic materials

• Clothing Care Tips
  • Say "no" to the dryer

• She shares her Frye Boots addiction (I have this one too!)

• Carlyn shares the top three clothing pieces every woman should have

• I point out that Denver has fashion challenges...She points out some of the positives

• Purchasing used shoes?
  • We talk how to avoid cooties
  • Leather conditioner and Saddle Soap
  • Get that bowling alley shoe disinfectant
  • Hand Sanitizer for the win!

• Takeaways:
  • Research classic styles
  • Search for savings opportunities
  • Most Saturdays are 50% off (double check)

• Want to run an online store? Here are some lessons she's learned:
  • How to deal with crazy people
  • Be realistic about what your life is like and what your wardrobe should look like.

Finally, 

Have your own style! Click on the links below to follow Thrifting Coups.

• Instagram: thriftingcoups

• Thrifting Coups

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