Get financially fit in 'Frugal February' as a local expert offers thrifty spending tips

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Many in Wisconsin are feeling the financial strain of the past year's spending and the rising inflation. As people try to recover from pandemic-induced frugality, they are finding their finances are becoming shaky.

To help individuals regain their financial footing, local financial professional Tony Drake from Drake & Associates is issuing a "Frugal February" challenge. He joined us on Wednesday, Feb. 15 to discuss it.

The challenge encourages people to be more mindful of their spending habits and find ways to cut back on unnecessary expenses.