Thefrugalexpat

Joined November 10, 2021

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14 Amazing USA States You Should Visit in Your Lifetime

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Living in the USA has many benefits, and having 50 states to visit is one of them. No two states are alike, and their residents are proud of them. It’s precisely that diversity that makes this country the wonderful place it is.  Traveling the world has appeal, but a sense of wanderlust can be equally ... Read more

16 Hobbies Retirees Can Turn Into a Little Side Hustle

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Once you’ve reached retirement age, your free time is yours to do as you wish. You can spend your days doing things around the house, going on day trips and vacations, or spending quality time with family and friends.  You might invest more time in hobbies and other interests. Sometimes, your hobbies, like the ones ... Read more

Easy to Do: 15 Low Stress, Easy Jobs That Retirees Will Enjoy

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Most people look forward to retirement. Even those who know they'll be on a limited income look forward to the day when they no longer need to work. However, sometimes what looks like a great thing in the beginning can start to get old after a while.  Sometimes, tight finances weigh on you, and you ... Read more

15 Old School Things We All Used to Do Before Technology

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Technology has become such a big part of our lives that it’s easy to forget what life was like before tech. For the younger generations, all they’ve ever known is a plugged-in life. They have little to no idea what it was like living without tech.  Baby boomers and Generation X remember life before technology ... Read more

14 Signs Someone Will be Successful When They Get Older

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Remember that kid who sat at the front of each class, eager to answer the teacher’s questions? The child who helped other students struggling with homework out of their own kindness? Certain qualities in children or young adults point to success later on in life.  A person with a positive mindset about failure and someone ... Read more

15 Retirement Purchases That Could be a Huge Waste of Money

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - You spent your entire career working toward the day you could afford to live without worrying about a constant cash flow. Once you’ve established that lifestyle, aka retirement, you decided you would go all out, buying the most lavish, luxurious items you could get your paws on. Is this method of living the best kind ... Read more

Cheap Eats: 15 Cheap Foods Many People Will Continue to Eat Even Without Money

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Working with a tight budget is never easy, and finding a way to eat on that tight budget can make things even harder. However, there are some staple items that people will continue to eat even when they feel like they have no money.  Whether you're eating breakfast, lunch, or dinner, finding cheap meal options ... Read more

Enjoy Life! 14 Frugal Habits To Avoid in Retirement

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Spending wisely is a good habit in all stages of life, and retirement is no exception. This includes being frugal. Some things are worth being frugal over far more than others. The trick is to know when to take that extra savings step.  There’s no specific formula to decide when being frugal has gone too ... Read more

12 Discounts That Allow Seniors to Get Things For Free

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Who doesn't love getting things at discounts or for free, especially when you're a senior who is approaching retirement or already receiving your pension? After years of hard work, you'll be thinking about managing your finances and saving more money. Luckily, American seniors enjoy plenty of discounts and freebies. Many non-profit organizations provide free services ... Read more

15 Reasons Stashing Your Cash in a Bank Is Not Wise

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - To bank or not to bank. It's a question that's been plaguing USAmericans since before my grandmother was sewing money into her curtains. As part of The Greatest Generation, she was a child during the Great Depression from 1929 to 1939. At just 20, when the Great Depression ended, she couldn’t trust banks.  Now, some ... Read more

14 Fun Hobbies That You Can Turn Into a Side Hustle

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Some people work at their jobs because they need a paycheck to survive. Others are fortunate enough to have occupations that they love. If you’re in the latter camp, congratulations! If not, you can still get there by monetizing your hobbies.  There’s a niche market for your favorite pastimes, which you can easily turn into ... Read more

14 Places to Retire in the U.S.A. that Seem Like Hawaii But are Better and Cheaper

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Retirement in Hawaii is a fantasy for more than a few, maybe even you. When you see the cost of living in Hawaii, that dream quickly brings you back to reality. The Hawaiian Islands are some of the most beautiful places on earth but also some of the most expensive places to live.  If Hawaiian ... Read more

15 Shocking Halloween Decorations That May Have You Rethinking Life Choices

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - The culmination of October, Halloween, encapsulates so much that is beloved. Ghosts, goblins, monsters, treats, spooky happenings, pumpkin-flavored sweets, and complete freedom to thematically decorate. Those who decorate for Halloween lean into their spooky preferences, favoring skeletons or Jack-o-lanterns to enhance their house’s appearance. Aside from mummies or vampires, Halloween decorations may come across as ... Read more

Here are the Top 10 Happiest States and 5 Not So Happy Ones.

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - It’s said that happiness is a state of mind. It’s also an actual state in which you can live. A place has to have certain qualities that make it a happy place, like a healthy social environment, pleasing physical spaces, a thriving economy, and emotional and physical wellbeing.  If you live in a place like ... Read more

I am Frugal: Here are 12 Things I do to Save Money

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Frugality is not necessarily the choice of being super cheap. Being Frugal is a choice between products that may last a long time and save money or actions that help you save in the long term. My family was not a spend first, save last type; they often used frugal methods to make sure to ... Read more

Airlines Are Charging Even More Points for Flights. What Can You Do?

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Inflation affects the prices of every single thing – even airline points and miles. Yes, that’s right. You might not have noticed it, but you probably had to use up more points to book an award flight or a hotel this year compared to the last.  This isn’t a one-time trend, either. Airlines frequently pump ... Read more

The Best Pedestrian Cities: 16 Most Walkable Cities in the World

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - There’s no better way to discover a city’s culture than by taking a stroll. Exploring a city on foot allows you to see many of the sights that you’d probably miss or just get a glimpse of when you’re driving.  What exactly makes a city one that’s walker-friendly? Sidewalks that are wide enough to accommodate ... Read more

17 Complaints That Seniors Have That Are So True

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - There’s a lot to be said about the generational divide between seniors and younger people. Seniors have a great deal of life experience, so they’ve seen a lot throughout their lives.  Some of the things they currently see are pretty cool, but they also witness quite a few things that they don’t like. These aren’t ... Read more

16 Most Beautiful Cities in Italy to Visit on Your Next Trip

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - It seems like everybody is visiting Italy these days, and it’s not hard to see why! Located in Southern Europe, Italy sits on a peninsula in the Mediterranean Sea. Owing to its history as the heart of the Roman Empire, Italy has a unique cultural landscape. Speaking of landscape, it is absolutely stunning! From the ... Read more

14 Best Housing Markets to Live If The Economy Fails

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - After an economic failure, panic ensues. The market crashes, everyone scurries around looking for stability, yet no one seems to know how to calm the mass hysteria. If the economy fails, one way to avoid launching into a crisis involves owning a stable home. When these recessions happen, housing prices plummet alongside interest rates and ... Read more