Hey Labor Day Weekend Frugal Friends!

While we think you can wear white anytime throughout the year, there may be some things you need to cut out this fall to make room for... more important things. 

What to Include in September’s Spending Plan🛍️

• Get Organized Virtual Summit - get your free ticket (or all access pass) to hear from over 90 speakers (including us!) covering topics like meal planning, organizing, simplifying, decluttering, and so much more related to making your life flow more seamlessly!

• Labor Day - the first week of September is always filled with family fun. Just keep in mind that camping, backyard ‘Qs, and a day without work can add up!

• Halloween - Costumes, contests, and parties are right around the corner. Rather than spending hundreds the night before, buy your kiddo’s costume while it’s on sale in September (before those spooky prices hit!).

• U-Pick - Chances are, the local farms have more seasonal produce than they can handle. Set aside a weekend (and some $$$) to support local business and get healthy, delicious produce for a reduced cost!

What’s on Sale in September 🗂️ 

Here’s where you’ll find the biggest seasonal deals:

• Sauerkraut & Schnitzel - Did you know Aldi celebrates German Week every year with a hearty sale on all authentic German food? Broaden your palate and take advantage of these sales September 17th - 23rd.

• Plane Tickets - Travel takes a dip in ‘back to school’ season, and because of that, tickets are relatively inexpensive. Take advantage of sales like Southwest’s “Wanna Get Away” sale that happens every fall.

September’s Big Money Move 📑

It’s that time of year again: The Bi-Annual Subscription Negotiation Marathon ⚡

Twice a year we call our providers and see what bills we can lower (think: internet, medical bills, etc). It’s a great way to practice negotiating in a low-stakes environment before you negotiate your next pay increase 😉. Start by listening to our favorite podcast episodes on negotiation, which we’ve linked below.

• Negotiating Medical Debt With Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington

• Negotiating Tips For Lowering Bills, Prices, and Rates 

👉 Once you’re done with that, join our Investing Challenge for September! Especially if that word scares you, this one’s for YOU!! we made a simple, easy to follow 7-day (complete at your own pace) challenge - full of what accounts to open, how to invest, and ways to keep your strategy simple and mostly hands-off. Use code FALL50 on checkout for 50% off your first month!!

What to Cook? 👩🏻‍🍳

It’s time to whip out that casserole dish and use what’s in season with this classic green bean casserole. 🥘

Looking for a dessert? Try using fresh figs or apples for a tart, jam, or crisp that’ll be the after-school hit! 🥧

🫶 Kim

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