Top 10 NYC Cheap Eats
For the full list of cheap eats I have reviewed, go to the Cheap Eats List! Over the last few years, my Cheap Eats series has grown in both size and popularity. However, to this point, I have just...
View ArticleSide Hustle #3 – My Band
This is the third post in my side hustle series, dedicated to revealing my side hustles and shedding some light on them! This post originally published on BudgetsAreSexy.com, but I am posting a blurb...
View ArticleGetting Out of the Stock Market Too Early
As I get older, I start thinking about my own mortality. I start considering my retirement. As I have mentioned on this blog before, I plan on retiring early. However, EVERYONE needs to plan for...
View ArticleEmpowerment for You, Compassion for Others
It’s time to take control. It’s time to reject your limiting beliefs. It’s time to stop using the state of the economy, the situation you were born into, rotten luck, and a whole host of other B.S....
View ArticleCheap Eats: Banh Mi – Vietnamese Sandwich
“Cheap Eats” is my post-series on cheap restaurants and prepared food options in New York. I recommend cooking your own food most of the time, but every once in a while it is nice to indulge and you...
View ArticleThe No-Fee NYC Apartment Rental Guide
Back in September of last year, I moved. I was committed to reducing my rent and putting in the legwork up front so that I could save money down the road. I ended up paying $875 for a shared apartment...
View ArticleQuick Friday Features: Side Hustles
It’s a beautiful Friday here in NYC and I am out early due to my day job’s Summer Friday policy (post coming on the ways I plan to take advantage of Summer Fridays). I’ll be brief, but I wanted to...
View ArticleFinancial Superhero Origin Story
The following blog post is part of the The Road to Financial Wellness Blog Tour. Over a period of 30 days, the Phroogal team will go to 30 locations to raise awareness about financial empowerment....
View ArticleThings to Do This Summer in NYC
It’s finally here: summer! I love summer in New York. Yes, it can get hot and muggy and yes, I tend to overheat more than the average person, but it beats the freezing cold and friends are more willing...
View ArticleHow to Be Frugal in the Year 2025
Exciting news! WordPress just came out with a new feature: Time Writing©®™. That’s right, this is Mr. NYBudget and I am posting this from the year 2025! I wanted to check in and see how everyone is...
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