If you're new to my Frugal Foreigner posts, read all about what we're doing in India here! You can read all previous posts in the series here. Nearly half of all Indians get by on less than $2US/day. No car. No car insurance. No health … [Read more...]
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Spending Freeze Survival: Thriving with Our Ultimate Guide
What is a Spending Freeze? What is a spending freeze? To put it simply: no more unnecessary spending. You’re not allowed to spend money on anything but necessities. Use up the food you have in your cupboards. Your grocery budget is now limited to … [Read more...]
Frugal Foreigner Cost Comparison: Milk
How much is a gallon of milk in your area? How much does your family drink each week? What if you couldn't get fresh milk? How much would you pay for packaged? Fresh milk is available in India (and I'm not just talking about the cows and goats … [Read more...]
Gift Ideas: Inexpensive Chocolate Treats
Looking for an easy, inexpensive no-fail gift that everyone loves? Sweet treats are always a hit, and chocolate is at the top of that list. Here are some budget-friendly ideas that are sure to please a wide range of people on your list: Plan … [Read more...]
Last-Minute Gifts $10 or Less
There's no time to order anything online, you're fresh out of clever ideas, and your holiday budget is already out of whack. Don't panic! Here are a few no-fail ideas you can rely upon to please a wide variety of people on your list -- without … [Read more...]
Saturday’s Supermarket Blunder + Trivia Question
This morning my family braved the snowy, blustery weather and headed to our local supermarket because we were out of lots of grocery staples like eggs, milk, and butter. Also on the list: soy sauce. I had used up all our our bottle when I made … [Read more...]