NO starbucks, fake nails, or lashes,

@kimberlymendoza9165

5 күн бұрын

Saaammmme. Like once in a blue moon I will get 1 Starbucks drink but I make my coffee at home. As for fake nails and eyelashes… they can be tempting sometimes, but I see the price and say NO TY. Also I have three girls and would love to show them what’s more important than “beauty” that fades.

@jan854

16 сағат бұрын

I do pressons! So much cheaper and no waiting in those smelly salons.

Great list. On #8 Rachel said frugal people never "Buy" pets. I have never bought a pet as in from a pet store; however, I have adopted many, and will gladly reimburse any costs, Veterinarian, boarding, etc. in the form of an adoption fee. These fees help support groups who find and care for unwanted animals, something I also support through gifts and donations.

@burnerloco4138

11 күн бұрын

Books , that is funny coming from someone who has written several.

@jamisojo

8 күн бұрын

Not having a pet at all saves a ton of money. 😁

Credit card interest. Will not do it.

@nathanyoder9511

9 күн бұрын

Me too

@fenwicus

9 күн бұрын

I also refuse to pay annual fees. My credit cards have cashback programs that are fairly easy to understand. I don’t have the lifestyle/patience to pay annual fees to *maybe* get bigger rewards.

Second hand book stores are the greatest!

@lynnw7155

8 күн бұрын

Yes! Books are one thing I will never give up, but I never buy them new.

@norasimon9018

8 күн бұрын

And libraries! 🙂

@catzenhouse

6 күн бұрын

My library system sells used books, magazines, CDs and DVDs that are no longer in circulation or are donated to the library for resell to benefit the library. Just got a 700-pg. biography (hardback, in like new condition) on T.E. Lawrence for a buck. I will pass it on to a friend to read when I am done and she will do likewise. I often just return the purchased books, etc. to resell again. I bring in books and magazines (like Discover Britain) from my collection for resale also. Usually paperbacks are for sale for a quarter. I got a 1928 edition of a book written by Rodin on art. For a quarter. I also was lucky enough to have neighbors/friends who owned for many years the used and rare bookstore in our neighborhood. Was gifted with gorgeous art books and history books many times. Heaven!

Manicures, total waste of money

Cigarettes, alcohol, tattoos, lottery tickets.

@marknewton6984

2 күн бұрын

Pets, women (mostly).

@bb-1359

12 сағат бұрын

Alcohol is fun!

@checkurhead_3472

10 сағат бұрын

Yep, no lotto more alcohol.

The worst is cigarettes

@CYCO1631

12 күн бұрын

Tom Stanley did a great case study on the hypothetical of a smoker quitting by age 30, and instead investing the $ they would have spent on cigarettes in Phillip Morris. At retirement in this scenario, the investments come out worth several million.

@katyedwards3935

11 күн бұрын

They weren't on the list.

My husband is in residency and we have 2 kids in college and 2 at home still in grade school. We never go out to eat. We buy groceries. We watch movies at home. We don't have pets. We don't buy junk food. We don't dry clean (yet), I mend clothes, and we only shop for necessities, not wants. It's a season that will last a few more years until we are out of debt, but we can see the sun on the horizon!

@jamisojo

8 күн бұрын

Sounds pretty sweet. Those sacrifices sound a lot more pleasant than many of the alternatives. 😁👍

@Rogerthatidea

5 күн бұрын

In the future you may think of these days as the best of times. We have lived through stages of thick and thin, though never with much debt. The most treasured memories are camping with the kids and grandkids, not the European vacations and expensive things we have purchased and experienced.

@adrianarnold1239

4 күн бұрын

Hats off to you and your family 🎉🎉🎉I'm a nurse and I watch the residents and doctors talk about paying those loans back. So you're doing an awesome job with your family with managing until the debt is paid..❤❤❤

@MTLGSE

2 күн бұрын

We did the same thing during my residence. Now that Im an attending, life is really good. We save the 15% and have a lot of wiggle room to do things we love

Refuse to give/loan money to people who never pay you back!! Been burned too many times but no more!!

@queentinadoire6931

2 күн бұрын

Good one. My brother borrowed three thousand dollars from me in 2009 and he never paid me back. It was my income tax refund. I stopped loaning money to family and friends. This is why I am frugal. I have to save my money so that I don't have to ask anyone to loan me money.🤷🏾‍♀️

magazines (it's basically just ads), sodas (don't drink your calories, people), expensive clothing for kids (they don't care and they will grow out of them in no time),...

@RCGWho

15 күн бұрын

My kids used to think Starter brand at Walmart was cool!

@katemiller7874

15 күн бұрын

@rcg- then another kid schooled your kid. Lol. Sad.

@jan854

16 сағат бұрын

Ugh, I used to LOVE magazines! Then I noticed they are such a waste of money.

@RCGWho

16 сағат бұрын

@@katemiller7874 My son had a rich teammate tell him, "My outfit is worth more than your life."

All TV service contracts, KZread keeps me informed and entertained for free.

Door dash!! I had a free trial for a bit and thought it was so great until I realized the restaurants/fast food places charge more money for the item if purchased through door dash. So even if your doordash is free you are still paying more. I'll make food at home or go get it!!

@rachelfrank8647

15 күн бұрын

Plus the added tip for delivery!

@mkistach7115

13 күн бұрын

Never have used Door Dash AND never will.

@carolr7823

12 күн бұрын

Doordash rips off restaurants. They take 30 to 40% of the price of the food. And then Doordash expects you to tip their drivers. And many drivers steal part of your food it has been reported.

@seagirl1100

11 күн бұрын

I am a retired person that needs extra income. (Over 65) As a DoorDash driver it has been very helpful. (Just a different view. :). 🚙 🚗

@fayejordan175

7 күн бұрын

Door Dash and delivered groceries are two things I will not spend money on. I don’t like spending money on bottled water at Costco, but I have a special needs child who REALLY likes them. It really helps us survive life!

The never list for me: tattoos, bottled water, food delivery, cigarettes, alcohol, lottery tickets, energy drinks, manicures, vitamins, Starbucks. Here's how to eat out (occasionally) on a budget; purchase the main course and tap water only (no coffee, alcohol, salads, dessert, etc.). The mains are usually $18 where I live so two can eat out for $45 including the tax/tip.

I refuse to pay for shipping. I order a lot online but I try to avoid shipping fees

@pix2.0

15 күн бұрын

That is also on the list unless I really really need it right then.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power

15 күн бұрын

Shipping is built into the price....

@PrinceJayMoriarty

15 күн бұрын

@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Powernot for the stuff Id like to buy; sometimes it’s half the item itself 😢

@nic-bdsnjsnsjxjjsnsvv

15 күн бұрын

@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Powerwhich is exactly another reason to avoid paying for the line item of “shipping”. They already made their margin on the product itself.

@_pugito1659

15 күн бұрын

Me too!!! I thought it was just me lol

I refuse to pay for parking if at all possible and I refuse to pay any bank fees/ATM fees. I only withdrawal cash at machines that don't charge a fee and I always look for free parking, even if that means walking further.

@Alex-mx6mu

10 күн бұрын

It should be free to park anywhere in the city

@drewo6388

9 күн бұрын

​@@Alex-mx6mu I purposely have foregone going out to a restaurant or other establishment in my downtown due to my refusal to pay for parking. I wonder if there is any correlation between parking costs and lost/reduced business in those kinds of areas. Now I understand parking is a finite resource and it would fill up anyway. But that said, I'm always fine walking a decent distance if it's something I really want to see/do.

I refuse to pay people to do anything for me that I could do myself. I service my car and do all repairs, do all the maintenance on my house, mow my lawn and look after the garden, cook all my own food, even cut my hair myself, takes 2 minutes for a buzz cut. The list goes on.

@om617yota8

15 күн бұрын

I used to think that way, but there's a lot of things it's more cost effective for me to pay someone else to handle while I work my normal day job. Doesn't cost nearly what I make an hour to pay a neighborhood teen to mow my lawn, for example.

@alqoshgirl

15 күн бұрын

@@om617yota8 is anyone choosing not working over doing these maintenance things though 🤨

@ppx4243

15 күн бұрын

@@om617yota8 I hear what you’re saying, I work 40-50 hours a week and take care of my chores outside of work time, not missing out on any income. The money I save goes into investments and savings account. Aiming to retire young. I still have 2 of my 4 children at home, hoping I set a good example for them by being productive and careful with my money.

@om617yota8

15 күн бұрын

​@@alqoshgirl No clue about how others do it. I'm in commissioned sales and pick my own hours, I'm wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy money ahead just working more. I also HATE having a lawn, would rip it out and plant concrete if it was entirely up to me.

@robbiejay

15 күн бұрын

Please marry me, you are the type of a guy I want to be with.

I would never pay thousands of dollars for a purebred dog or cat. Shelters are full of wonderful, loving pets to adopt and buying pets instead of adopting adds to the pet overpopulation problem we have.

@JunkJordan

5 күн бұрын

Not to mention is likely a death sentence for the dogs in the pound.

@amydoran9987

5 күн бұрын

I only try to get my dogs through rescues groups.

@melaann4254

4 күн бұрын

❤ yup, as well as the ones on the streets.

Overpriced concert tickets I do not buy that. I'm trying to fund my retirement fun not theirs.

@cjhoward409

12 күн бұрын

I like that. Excellent point

@paulj6756

12 күн бұрын

I'll go once a year if it's someone I really really want to see. Otherwise I'll go to some small venues to see some up-n-comers. I really won't pay to see anyone/any band pedaling nostalgia.

@kitchentimes5594

4 күн бұрын

There are local events which are much cheaper. I went to one yesterday by donation plus they had homemade refreshments!

@Anne_Myriam_

4 күн бұрын

I’m telling you . I have a mini heart attack when I see people buy concert tickets for $800 or more . It needs to be under $200 for me or I won’t buy it . Those people are wayyy better off than me

@paulj6756

3 күн бұрын

@@Anne_Myriam_ Said concert goers might be way better off. Or at least they're acting like it, spending money they don't have on something they don't need.

Food delivery.

I refuse to pay for cable I'm very old school and still have an antenna

@nicholasselke5214

15 күн бұрын

I don’t even have a television. Watching television is not a necessity, wastes time and runs up the electric bill

@lindap.p.1337

12 күн бұрын

I wish my husband thought like you. $160.56 a month down the drain!

@reesercliff

11 күн бұрын

@@lindap.p.1337 just get internet $20-$40 and just pay for one streaming service at a time

Refuse food delivery. Between the delivery fee and tipping, I am significantly better off just driving there myself

@PinkieJoJo

11 күн бұрын

I agree. People at work use door dash all of the time. I’ve don’t it twice in a year and was just not worth it. 10-12 for a burger (no fries or drink) from fast food was just crazy. I’d rather just fast until dinner than spend that much.

Brand new practically anything, second hand first if it’s worth it! Has saved me 10’s of thousands

@isay207

15 күн бұрын

Garage sales are great and fun

Junk food, sodas, juices, candy, fast food. Stick to my list when I’m at grocery stores. Manicures and pedicures. I do it myself. No fake nails.

@nicholasselke5214

15 күн бұрын

This!!! So many people don’t understand my impatience when I’m with them at the grocery store. I have a list and I’m only getting what’s on that list. Not only does it save money but also time

@Sterlingaxoloty

4 күн бұрын

for anyone working in healthcare: fake nails can harbor deadly bacteria that has been responsible for the deaths of premature babies in the hospitals! they were banned years ago but are starting to trend again...just don't. read about the history and just don't.

Excluding business trips, I tend to avoid restaurants and coffee shops. Fortunately, for business trips, I get reimbursed.

@ilovenoodles7483

15 күн бұрын

What is your business and where do you work? Are they hiring?

@triprussell3

15 күн бұрын

I work for the government! Air Force Civilian Service!

As a fur mama to a yorkie… your thumbnail drew me 😂 I gotta say my fur baby has been a lil piece of Jesus in my life and that makes him well worth the expense ❤

@MyViolingirl

15 күн бұрын

Agree!!!!

@amandaneumann4047

15 күн бұрын

AGREED! My Yorkie is one of the best things that has ever happened to me! She was and is worth EVERY PENNY!

@MyViolingirl

14 күн бұрын

@@amandaneumann4047 absolutely!! My first Yorkie lived a very healthy life 17.5 years, sweet and gorgeous!!

@tpehle6058

9 күн бұрын

I love my Yorkie. I love good dogs in general. The joy they bring is not measurable.

@lisa9867

4 күн бұрын

I recently lost my precious Yorkie & I will eventually get another. I don't have family. She was my family.

I'm amazed how some people routinely buy meals at gas stations (Caseys in Iowa). Its insane how much money they could save themselves by packing a lunch.

I refuse to buy fast food and drinks when out and about. I always plan ahead and bring drinks, snacks lunch, etc with me. I don't have TV, I watch videos and KZread. Thank you always for you positivity and sharing your thoughts and knowledge!

@markbajek2541

11 күн бұрын

There are some decent deals on some of the FF restaurant apps. Wendy's ran Singles for $1 , Doubles for $2 through march madness.

I’ve never bought a new car. Always found a used one in good condition. Best wins were from neighbors and co-workers that babied their cars.

@bill4632

3 күн бұрын

Yup. Bought mine as a 2 yr old vehicle. Only had 10,000 miles on it. Saved over $7000 from new cost.

@scottnielsen1553

Күн бұрын

Same here, and if you are able to pay cash for the car and own it outright, you can dispense with having collision insurance. I will always have liability insurance ( law or no law ) and comp insurance ( fire, theft, or a tree falling on it) is worth having, but I have saved thousands not having collision and driving older paid for cars.

I refuse to pay for a Smartphone, cable tv, getting my nails done, new cars warranties and bottle water as well. I bought a stainless steel Berkey water filter many years ago and filter all of our water for drinking, cooking, carrying with me. My four budget planned splurges are 1) my rescue dog, 2) my every 6-8 week $40.00 haircut and 3) our organic food for our health. For years I went to the beauty school for a cheap haircut but the cut was awful, so I put a good haircut into my budget. 4) I also buy a Best Buy total membership annual fee. I'm age 73 and I no longer have the ability to keep my Laptop and our TV's in good working order. Having this membership has saved me SO MUCH money in repairs, updates, new purchases and keeping the technology running.

I spent $6.50 for ONE bottle of water at an event venue. I cringed but I was truly very very thirsty and it was an event you weren’t allowed to bring your own food or water. I didn’t see a water fountain and just didn’t feel comfortable drinking from the bathroom faucet. Luckily Hubby was given two tickets to the event for Christmas so we at least didn’t pay for the event. I still can’t believe water was $6.50 though.

I’m as cheap as they come, however not having a pet is unacceptable for me. My dog brings me joy every day, you can’t buy that anywhere. She also keeps me active, therefore keeping me from joining a gym which I refuse to do, a clear money saver. Having a dog also lowers the risk of my home being burglarized. If you are unknown to me or my family stay away.

@cjhoward409

12 күн бұрын

We have 6 dogs. All were strays that showed up. We’re out in the country

@Joce123

9 күн бұрын

Anything..a car..a shirt is not new the moment you open the package or drive off of the lot

@helainehoerning2200

8 күн бұрын

I wonder if they meant they dont BUY a pet.

@somebodysomething4242

19 сағат бұрын

@@helainehoerning2200even adoption from a shelter requires an adoption fee.

I refuse to pay for food delivery services, overpriced, fees, tipping, not worth it. That and Starbucks. I can make coffee at home, but I also rarely drink coffee.

I saw the puppy pic and came here with my pitch fork. I love my furr babies.

I refuse to spend money on Gucci, Louie, luxury cars, mansions expensive technology, electronics, and rolexes

I need physical books too. I borrow them from the library or get them used on Walmart website for cheap then I donate them or give them to friends when I’m done. The things I’ve learned in books was well worth the price. They taught me how to invest and save ❤ but I totally understand people who do well with electronic books. I just enjoy a physical book 😊

@PinkieJoJo

11 күн бұрын

Yes and I often find used books for cheap on Amazon or EBay as well. 😊.

Manicures, pedicures, Starbucks, fillers or Botox, expensive bags. Husband bought me a Luis Vuitton bag for our wedding anniversary and that thing haunts me. 😂

@lindap.p.1337

12 күн бұрын

Love you. I once spent over $100 on a leather handbag. I had a friend throw the tags and receipt away so I could not return it.

@courtneymicheline1962

10 күн бұрын

But hose bags hold their value I have sold many bags at almost same as I paid

Never pay interest on credit cards

Pets are members of the family and are priceless.

@bovnycccoperalover3579

12 күн бұрын

Absolutely!

@marleneclough3173

11 күн бұрын

Of course. But choose wisely. Natural breeds that don't attract huge vet bills or expensive grooming.

@Angela-kc4du

11 күн бұрын

Absolutely! They are precious!

@glasshalffull2930

10 күн бұрын

In my neighborhood, I consider them four legged security. Nobody, and I mean nobody, gets anywhere near my house without them alerting me.

@lidewijcroes1795

22 сағат бұрын

@@marleneclough3173I am a dog trainer and the first thing I do when people tell me they want something like a French bulldog for example, is to tell them to prepare for a lot of veterinary fees upfront

I purchased an under-sink water purifier years ago. Can’t drink tap water due to health concerns. Dumped cable TV at least 15 years ago . I make my own toothpaste, laundry liquid, facial toner, facial cream, dishwashing powder. The internet has so many options for these and the savings are astronomical. I prefer to know what I’m putting on my skin and for it not to be another chemical.

I refuse to spend my money on Nails Pedicures Lashes Botox Or going in the beauty salon, I cut and color my own hair . And my mother in law owns a beauty salon, but she’s always very generous and likes to do it for free, so I prefer not to bother her ❤😊

@jackiem9460

15 күн бұрын

Yes! Coloring hair costs $60 including tip (or at least it did years ago). I know box dye is worse for your hair, but my goodness, it only costs $8!

@OscarM.94

15 күн бұрын

Free🤣 nothing is free

@janecole44

12 күн бұрын

@@jackiem9460 that is cheap!b where i live its 80 to 120 dollar for hair coloring or highlights. one gal charges 300 just to sit in her chair lol

@jurassicjeepdc

12 күн бұрын

@@jackiem9460 dang, here in the DC area it’s $200-$400 for highlights alone.

@nashlyepp5737

12 күн бұрын

Oh I forgot lashes! Never got them, never want them.

I lost my $20 Amazon sunglasses a couple months ago. My workplace had similar pair in the lost & found for a month, so I “claimed” them thinking they were cheapies. I Googled them last week & found out they cost over $300. I must say, they’re nice

@RideRedRacer

14 күн бұрын

Thief

1. Bottle Water 2. Paper towel 3. Restaurant Food 4. Cable 5. Expensive perfume 6. New Books- I buy used books from Thrifty books 7. New Cars 8. Expensive Phone Plans 9. Brand New Clothes 10. Expensive pieces of jewelry. 11. Expensive Exercise Equipment 12. Expensive makeup 13. Expensive Decorations 14. Expensive Gifts 15. Expensive detergents 16. Streaming Services and subscriptions

@marknewton6984

2 күн бұрын

Good list. 😮!

@queentinadoire6931

2 күн бұрын

@@marknewton6984 Thanks.

@beverlyquinn9036

Күн бұрын

New cars. I keep heat low and try not to run air conditioning in the summer. Junk food.

I like bottled water because the faucet water tastes like chemical soup.

@A2thaLO

15 күн бұрын

I agree... I ended up buying a Brita water pitcher on sale, and it has saved lots of money compared to buying cases of water bottles.

@amywaldheim

15 күн бұрын

I got this large water filter bottle that actually goes on my water cooler but it’s got a filter in the center so I just open lid and poor water in it. It’s Amazing.

@jennifert5120

15 күн бұрын

Mmmm microplastics, so good.

@sherimowery3251

15 күн бұрын

Berkey filter system. Great water, very inexpensive in the long run.

@RCGWho

15 күн бұрын

Undersink or whole house filtration!

While at work, not going out for lunch. That easily can save a thousand dollars a year. Plus packing your own lunch is more healthy and makes you more wealthy.

I'm a voracious book reader and a minimalist. If I bought physical books it'd be a nightmare. I love kindle and audible!

@JddB229

15 күн бұрын

I agree. I love my Libby library app. And it's free!!

Branded clothing at brand stores. I find them at bargain prices in second hand stores 😊

I never ever buy coffee out - anywhere.

@marknewton6984

2 күн бұрын

Never been to Starbucks! 😮

My husband and I don’t pay for: Eating out Drive through/coffee shop coffees Birthday cards for each other Brand new books (all are thrifted) Expensive parties (especially kids parties!) Party favors/gift bags at parties Baby specific laundry detergent (just get the free and clear one!) Trendy home decor Almost anything name brand Things that are on sale that we don’t actually like or need

@katemiller7874

15 күн бұрын

Birthday cards are sweet and can be bought at the dollar store. Dreft is made for babies for a reason. Babies skin is very, very delicate. So your kids don’t have parties with their friends. Sad. That’s how kids bond at parties. Treat bags were the most fun to make. You keep being cheap with kids it may have the opposite effect of what your shooting for.

@leemat705

14 күн бұрын

Birthday cards just end up in the garbage.. my husband and I are better at just telling each other how much we love each other, dreft is made with the same ingredients as the fragrance free detergent, and my son is only two years old.. he has his many cousins come over for his parties (they won’t remember these parties when they’re older) and goodie bags at parties are usually cheap toys from the dollar store that don’t last. The kids just want to play outside and eat cake and ice cream.. they don’t care for how much money or effort you put into it 😅 It’s not being cheap, it’s cutting things from your life that you can live without, and it saves money in the end.. I’d call that a win

A life without an animal companion is just sad. I feel sorry for anyone who who views them as an expense and nothing more.

@christinebutler7630

12 күн бұрын

I agree, and so do my horses,.dogs, cats, goats, donkey and llama.

@Joyce-id3dr

7 күн бұрын

Don't feel sorry for me. I have children, grandchildren, and now great grandkids- Twins. Always busy with doing things around the house and enjoying my family. Animals in the house is gross!!!!

@mimi1o8

5 күн бұрын

Never owned a dog or a cat, I can’t stand a dirty place .

i enjoyed this video because they are good points but you added your honesty about the reality of our individuality as well!

Bottled water is good in an emergency though. You have to be frugal but be smart about the real world.

@cisium1184

15 күн бұрын

I will spend for bottled water because, for some reason, little bottles of water keep me from drinking soda whereas tap water, for some other reason, doesn't.

@barbaras5550

11 күн бұрын

We have a few 1-gallon water jugs for earthquake preparedness. We also have a camping water filter that filters a gallon in a few minutes. It’s great if you have a boil water notice, because you don’t have to boil and then cool down the water.

I will never ever spend real money on cell phone games. I can't fathom using real money to buy fake in game money.

I refuse to spend money on prime. I still get free shipping without it. Most of what's on Amazon TV does not align with my values and I get free music anyway. Why pay for free services doesn't make sense to me. I cut out nail salons, going to the hair salon every month, dying my hair, Sirius, and many things that are not necessities. I have a goal and I am determined to reach it!

Back in 1992, I moved out of the house and was on my own. I didn't have 2 dimes to rub together and I had this old Zenith radio that I snapped on and listened to an old AM radio station. There was this guy talking that had used debt to fuel his real estate empire. He was the youngest licensed real estate agent in the state of Tennessee when this happened. Apparently the bank he had this financed through got sold to "huge gigantic bank" and they saw this 26-year-old kid with millions in debt. They called in all of his notes, he couldn't pay them and had to declare bankruptcy and drive a 1978 Cadillac with the vinyl top flapping in the breeze. I decided I wouldn't do that and didn't. I don't remember the guy's name off-hand but I think this girl is kin to him. GREAT VIDEO!

We buy the 5 gallon Primo water jugs and then spend $2 to refill 5 gallons at the kiosk

I refuse to spend money for a storage unit. And you shouldn’t “buy” pets - adopt! Save a life!

@laurac.3888

15 күн бұрын

Depending on where you live, adopting, a pet is still extremely expensive. Also, it’s not just the purchase of the pad, It’s vet, bills and food, and every other expense that comes with it

@RCGWho

15 күн бұрын

Storage units!! Need to get rid of ours.

@johntracy72

11 күн бұрын

We took in an orange tabby kitten in December 1991. Named him Milo and he was our furry family member for 15.5 years. Didn't cost a dime to take him in.

@mineandmine4528

9 күн бұрын

@johntracy72, Did you name him Milo after the movie Milo and Otis ? That was a really cute movie

been frugal most of my life, but ...... I have 4 dogs ... all 'rescued'

@lloydschaffer3430

15 күн бұрын

thank you for rescuing fur babies

@banditdog1338

15 күн бұрын

I too have four dogs all rescued no high dollar dogs just dogs but my life is better because of them worth every penny. Frugal people don't cheap out on love.

@robbiejay

15 күн бұрын

Pets are the love bringers to our lives. I would never leave my baby girl just to save some money.

@happyhound1373

12 күн бұрын

same

Love the book plug while preaching not buying books

@glb159435

8 күн бұрын

Right?! Like no one noticed? No one said anything? Until now after I scrolled and scrolled. 13 likes?

@jillanglemyer3168

7 күн бұрын

The expensive wallet system they sell gets me. It’s not in my budget.😅

@hs-mw6nk

4 күн бұрын

Exactly. Did she even realise how fake this came off?

I refuse to buy: - software-as-a-service or streaming subscriptions. - a television. - supermarket bread. - any motor vehicle whose basic maintenance I can't do myself.

congrats on the new book Rachel🥳

I agree with most of this list. The two exceptions would be my Dog he is part of the family and adds so much value to my life he is worth every dime the second is bottled water I have a bottle of San Pellegrino with two fresh lemons squeezed in the glass for diner every night. If those two luxuries break me I have bigger issues.

Great list! I agree with the not buying dry clean only clothes, especially with kids. It's why I love my machine washable suit.

Had to get that marketing in for her book right there in the middle of her advice!

Congratulations on your new children's book! Would you consider doing a video or two on how to get a children's book published? I would like to know how to find an illustrator, whether to hire an editor, how to get noticed by a publisher, and also pitfalls to avoid. Thank you.

Congratulations for your book!

I avoid INTEREST at all times.

@dreamleaf6784

12 күн бұрын

Hopefully you don't avoid investing

@kjwworldwide

7 күн бұрын

Me too. Never on a credit card no way or a car. Only thing I could think of is on a home is ok to pay interest, but pay off in 1/2 the time.

@dreamleaf6784

7 күн бұрын

@@kjwworldwide you clearly have no idea what you are talking about. You could get the loan for less time and get a lower rate if that was your goal

Food delivery

Thank you for keeping us informed on so many levels. I feel like the more I learn about our country low income people my anger grows, Thanks Arleth, Imagine investing $1000 and receiving $5,450 in 3days.🇨🇦

@Timowalther121

12 күн бұрын

Low income people are suffering to survive, I appreciate her she's a great personality in the state, Imagine receiving $13,670 in few days.

@craigrobinson6455

12 күн бұрын

If you don't find a means of multiplying your income you will wake up one day to realize you didn't plan..

@FatimaJuarez-qp3bs

12 күн бұрын

She changed my life for good, I'm also a beneficiary.

@ErichHill01

12 күн бұрын

HOW DO I GET ON THIS ???🙏🏻

@Margaret_Ruth

12 күн бұрын

SHE'S MOSTLY ON TELEGRAMS APPS WITH THE BELOW NAME’

There is little to no price benefit to getting e-books, you don't actually own the product, and it requires electricity and a web connection to work. Physical books don't have those problems.

Bottled water, coffee, paper plates, paper napkins, plastic utensils, subscriptions, no dry clean clothes, etc. I could list more.... lol!

For good clean water fans, I thought I would share the company Aqua Tru. I am a housekeeper for a woman twice a week and for a Christmas gift she bought me an aqua true reverse osmosis water filter for Christmas. This thing is the bomb! Now it’s a little on the steep side …..we’re talking about being frugal lol but in the long run, it’ll save you money and all that buggy lugging, going back-and-forth with water because liquid is very heavy to carry and all of those plastic bottles you have to recycle. Once it goes through these filters and the reverse osmosis process, my tap water tastes like silk! Just thought I would share.

PS .,, Rachel, I absolutely love your videos. Thank you for sharing. Stay well.❤

Wasting money on nails.

@Rogerthatidea

15 күн бұрын

Yep, screws last longer.

@cisium1184

15 күн бұрын

That must make carpentry difficult.

@maruka876

13 күн бұрын

@@Rogerthatidea😂 Well, it’s true.. when we replace fence boards, we use screws instead of nails.

Reverse osmosis is great; however, the filter is expensive! Now I have 5-gallon water dispenser. The hot water saves a lot of time for a hot tea or hot cocoa. No need to boil water. The water is always cold. I use the fridge water for other things, like coffee. Amazon Prime is great! You get free deliveries plus free movies…also has free e-books and audio books and music! I get cable…hardly go to the movie theater. So I watch movies at home, at my own pace…Shopping on-line is a time-saver! You can control your spending when you see how much you put in your cart. Then decide whether it is a need or a want…not because it is on sale. Sometimes, it sits in the cart for days and end up not buying anything! ❤❤❤

Colouring and highlights. I went Grey during Covid and am saving a lot! 10 yrs ago it used to cost me $150-200 to do my roots every 8 weeks and a trim. It must be $200-300 now plus a top. Grey is great and free.

TV. I've never paid a cable bill, never paid for a streaming service. I watch plenty here on YT, though.

drinking coffee out everyday! always make at home!

I bought a digital antenna for $35 and cancelled the cable. I get all the local stations plus about 20 others and I watch you and other programs on KZread. Also, the added value between having a smart phone vs. the latest smart phone is night and day.

@hberrysc3517

11 күн бұрын

I have tried the antenna route with three separate antennas and none of them work! No channels come in. Any idea why? I would love to have a few channels

Can yall stop acting like pets arent expensive. They need shots, foods, medicine, beds, grooming, toys, and probably more stuff. That is a whole at minimum $100 on food for dogs and cats. Having a pet is not frugal smh

@RCGWho

15 күн бұрын

I'd guess $100 a month for food and litter for 4 cats.

@_pugito1659

15 күн бұрын

@@RCGWho yeah that's good estimate. I looked at kitty litter prices $10- $25 a container and for food it's can be anywhere $18- $40 depending on what type you feed your cat. That adds up 😲 having a pet is a privilege in my opinion. I don't got any 1. B/c the responsibility and 2. B/c I'm saving money for a house. I mean idk exactly how much for pets but I'm sure it's a pretty penny when trying to save.

@MamphoMashiane

7 күн бұрын

I would never own any pet

@marknewton6984

2 күн бұрын

Child substitute. Sad. 😮

@lesleyhillman487

3 сағат бұрын

Kids are more expensive and ungrateful 😂

I’m very frugal, but my pets are like my kids, so I will always have them and never skimp on their healthcare. I refuse to buy bottled water, though, unless it is the only choice available. It is expensive and horrible for the environment. Congratulations on your new book coming out!!!

Hoping our library will stock your kids books soon! ❤

@jodiellis4807

12 күн бұрын

Request them. Most libraries are eager for suggestions.

1. Return Shipping 2. Designer Sunglasses I plastic is plastic 3. Salon Hairstyle/Cut - beauty school does a great job for like 70% off

No starbucks, no food delivery, no sit-down restaurants

Having my nails done! I cant imagine spending my money on it…

@jadeansumney7060

11 күн бұрын

Pedicures are worth the $$$😂

Bottles water is a health item if you don't have proper water at home.

@overcomingwithin

15 күн бұрын

Just get a filter 😂

I never say never, each have taste occasions for it. But one thing that I haven't spent retail for is clothes. Since I started volunteering at charity op shop, never buy retail again. So much of good quality clothes being donated. Quite frequently designer labels as well.

I got rid of cable 3 years ago I use fire stick on my tvs and love the 150 savings

I don’t buy books. We go to the library. They will borrow or buy any book I want that they don’t have.

Hair appointments at the salon.

I don’t like buying bottles of water, there are certain times it’s incapable, and never fabric softeners!

Books are a good thing to buy (reading, knowledge and culture are very valuable) and audiobooks (or even electronic books) are often NOT cheaper. Second-hand books are of course the better way, if you don't need to have the latest bestseller.

During COVID I stopped getting my Yorkie groomed. I bought the needed equipment and watched you tube videos. May not be perfect but I’m saving $75 every 6-8 weeks.

I just wash and dry my "dry clean only" clothes. That simple lol

@debbiecreter2005

15 күн бұрын

I’m glad you brought this up. I only had one dress many years ago I washed and dried that shrunk into a child size dress! I was surprised that it shrunk that much. But since then, I wash some ‘dry clean only’ clothing in cold water delicate or low setting and either hang them to dry or use the extra low setting.

@black-square4141

15 күн бұрын

@debbiecreter2005 that's awesome! I thrift shop most of the time and can never find my waist and height size, so it usually helps if stuff shrinks 😂

Me and my spouse are frugal, but we have a Schnauzer. The best money we've ever spent! She is so funny and cute. More entertainment than cable! 😂🐶❤ She seems like there's a little human trapped inside of her lol We do all of her grooming ourselves. ❤

Where is your top from?!?!? Obsessed!

I won’t pay for lawn care; foo-foo coffee drinks; food delivery; home-cleaning service; new vehicles; designer clothing, jewelry, or handbags; and the latest technology. I might buy 1 physical book a year, but have started reading books on the Kindle app, using credits from Amazon’s delayed delivery program to pay for the books. I don’t have pets, but I love on the neighbor’s outdoor cats and chip in cat food to help feed them. No rent-to-own or buy here/pay here stuff, ever. Our vehicles are 13, 16, and 19 years old, all with 200,000 miles on them and well-maintained. When it’s time to replace one, we’ll buy used-probably 10 years old-since prices are so darn high on used cars right now.

I color my hair myself. True, my hair is dark, and color of choice is in the brownish-reddish family, so I can safely color it from the $10 box. I never ever ordered food delivery with all those fancy services that cost more than meal they deliver. Regular pizza delivery is the only food delivery I ever used.

While it's unwise to spend money on bottled water on a regular basis, it's not a bad idea to have some on hand in case of a water outage or boil water notice. I have a few gallons on hand because we have had water outages and boil water notices due to severe weather.

I cant believe ..pets are on here... my dog Amadeus is precious... I'm not working 50 hours a week and not having a furry friend to greet me ..and follow me thru the house and sleep by my bed all night and is also a great guard dog...i also volunteer at animal shelter...and i advocate for dogs and cats to get good homes....pets add so much to your life

Manicures, online shipping costs, food delivery, expensive hair salons