What frugal habits do YOU practice? Let me know in the comments! Also, if you want some minimalist money-saving tips, watch this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/nJOnm6Z8etXQpLg.html

@user-ob1oi7kn2w

2 ай бұрын

Live a little why dont ya

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

@@user-ob1oi7kn2w Oh I am, don't worry 😊

@lindadillman8179

2 ай бұрын

You can buy new clothes on clearance cheaper than you can at. Thrift store or at goodwill.

@user-ob1oi7kn2w

2 ай бұрын

@@lindadillman8179 💜💜💜

@mariah3654

Ай бұрын

​@@user-ob1oi7kn2wDon't be a troll. Frugal Living: When the time comes to splurge, no problem. Also very little clutter, no hoard, because spending on experiences, not things.

Initially was frugal because I was poor and was trying to build wealth. Now I can say I've achieved that wealth, but older now I realize my life is about minimalist and using our resources wisely. No reason to buy to impress. Life is easier with less.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

"Using resources wisely" is a great way to describe it ☺

@chrisgordon2307

2 ай бұрын

Yep .... less is more! Simple is peace!

@sebbstarr7453

Ай бұрын

@@chrisgordon2307more peace

I stopped paying for Starbucks, and it changed my life!

@JayH1931

Ай бұрын

I stopped buying water and it’s a game changer financially! I fill up an every 8 days on a 7gallon water container. I put some of it in my filter inside my fridge. Problem solved.

@Helenamaedance

8 күн бұрын

So expensive! I absolutely agree!

LIVING VERY SIMPLE IS PEACEFUL. LESS TO CLEAN. LESS TO MOVE. LESS TO BUY

I stopped buying buying buying when I realized that my extra possessions was just causing me stress. You need very little to be happy in life - focus on those few, important things.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I agree - we need less than we think ☺️

@rubylimey7614

2 ай бұрын

That's the truth... More of us recognized that during the pandemic...I did, now getting rid of so much stuff!

Thrift shopping save me so much. I also cook daily and budget wisely. I save more than i spend. Retiring comfortably and regret NOTHING.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Well done on retiring comfortably. That's a great achievement ☺️

I’ve been unwell for 3 months and stuck at home recovering and what I’ve noticed is how much money I’ve saved! I’m quite shocked tbh just how little I’ve spent.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I hope your recovery is going well!

@bradpaul8576

8 күн бұрын

I experienced the same during Covid, it helped accelerate my saving and I’ve realized from that experience that I don’t need those casual buys, well most of them anyway. Hope you’re feeling better.

@BoninBrighton

8 күн бұрын

@@bradpaul8576 thanks for asking- turns out I’ve got anaemia plus hiatus hernia! Who knew…. well the nhs investigations turned up a few things to get fixed :-)

Frugal is not being miserable.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, it's definitely not about depriving yourself ☺️

@kenyonbissett3512

Ай бұрын

I’ve come to believe intentional spending is a better definition. If payday you have $100 in your pocket and by Sunday night you have no idea where it went, you may have a problem.

My husband and I haven't spent a penny yet this month. But tomorrow we will spoil ourselves with a take away.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That sounds perfect! I don't feel that frugality should be about depriving ourselves and I find those 'treats' are so much nicer when we don't have them all the time ☺️

@rjcahill4979

25 күн бұрын

What is a “takeaway?”

@asavannah7439

25 күн бұрын

@@rjcahill4979 Take out or Fast Food

January 1 I started a 30 day no buy challenge and I stretched it to 90 days!! I have never done this before and I am 59! I did buy some clothes, kitchen gadgets and lawn/garden items last month but they were things I knew I needed or wanted. I highly recommend a no buy challenge to help you determine what you really want or need.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes I think those challenges would be really helpful for that! ☺

@carolinewatson4688

2 ай бұрын

I’m doing a ‘no buy clothes’ year- doing well so far, now we are into May. I’m more resourceful with the clothes I have, putting different combinations together!

I do the reverse of meal planning, we do have a rotation of meals, but now I plan my meals with what is on sale instead.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That's a great idea :D

I hate used clothes. But I make clothes last for decades.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That's great. I also have clothes that have lasted me many years ☺

@johaanah

Ай бұрын

I do this by buying classic good quality pieces that last for years - they don’t go out of fashion and last well, I do also use Vinted to pick up jeans, beauty products and other items, quite often new - the skin care is always new and at least half price

@TheKeeperMadz

Ай бұрын

I have no issues with second hand exwpt for underwear that's a no no, normal clothes unless severely stained can be cleaned and disinfected.

@bookgal

Ай бұрын

I stopped buying clothes off eBay because they all had a very very strong scent… not sure if it was febreeze or heavily scented laundry soap. I tried everything to get that scent out, washing, soaking in various concoctions, hanging outside for months on end. Sadly nothing worked.

@agak61

Ай бұрын

Me too. I tried but going to those used stores make me want to throw up 🤢. The smell !

I have everything I need. Because I've always been CHEAP AND PROUD of it. I've retired debt free at 49 years old.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That's amazing, well done! 😊

@user-mq5kx2se2q

2 ай бұрын

Congratulations!

@kohtime

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree with this! Without that constant need to “keep up with the Jones’s” I’ve been able to Retire at 39 and am in the process of moving out of the UK and over to SE ASIA. Of course I wouldn’t be able to do this in the UK at this stage, with the ridiculous cost of living but I’m more than happy to benefit from the growth Asia offers compared to our stagnant economy in the UK. I’m going to be documenting the move here on KZread and showing what’s available overseas :) the value is incredible :) Frugality is a major step towards being able to do this! love the vid, keep up the fantastic work

@kellykersten8828

2 ай бұрын

You're time has come! 😊

I've always been frugal. I have always been hyper aware of waste and try to reduce as much as I can, or just don't by or use it. I don't pay for any apps or streaming. Books are my friends! It never bothered me that I wasn't keeping up with trends. I live a pretty decent life. I call my life curated and I love all the things I have, but I am not a weekly or even monthly shopper.

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I love the word 'curated' - it captures intentionality really well 😊

@debc315

2 ай бұрын

We refuse to pay for grogramming for tv

I ask myself , 'do I need it or do I want it?' If the answer is the latter I don't buy it. I have had the same sofa for thirty years and it still serves its purpose. I wasted too much money in my younger years thinking I'd have all the time in the world to earn it back. The years have flown by like lightning and I have come to realise the true value of money. I live in Italy and there are many second hand street markets with good quality clothing for a couple of euros. I buy from them, come home, wash the item and then iron it with a hot steam iron to sterilise it. You are right about the supermarkets' ow n brands. I know someone who works in the local supermarket and he told me that the top of the range brands and the supermarket's own brands are delivered by the same guy from the same factory. I have stopped buying biscuits and cakes and make my own. I take great delight in my money saving skills.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

The years really do fly by. Hopefully now we're older, we are wiser for all the tough lessons ☺️

Very good advice - only one not for me is I hate second hand clothes. I don’t get tired of my clothes and buy very few but they are new and mine and have never been someone else’s and that’s a big deal for me.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

We've all got to do what works best for us ☺️

I stopped all my subscriptions as I realised I did not need SKY, Netflix etc. I have saved a lot of money and to be honest I am happy watching interesting stuff on YT. I read more now as well.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

Yes, I also find more interesting stuff on YT than I do on television ☺️

I grew up with the philosophy of take care of the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves. Made cents to me 😉

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

🤣 very good!

@freedomofspeech766

Ай бұрын

I remember what was written on the door of the bank in the eighties. 'Tall oaks from little acorns grow'

What you say is so true Buy second hand and save. Good advice. Second is amazing.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@gavinlocke5980

2 ай бұрын

Great advice I'm mortgage and debt free live an amazing life and so grateful for the lessons I've learned one of them was buy second ✋

So true about the "brand name" foods. I nearly always buy the store brand, and there are a few that I find actually taste better than the brand name one. ❤

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, I'd agree with that! ☺️

@janetstonerook4552

2 ай бұрын

However, stores like Wal-Mart here in the U.S. have gotten sneaky and have upped the costs on their store brands. Just be sure to check costs! They are not always the best value. Keeps you on your toes! 😲

@leeanagrant860

2 ай бұрын

So true

@laverdajota8089

Ай бұрын

Why would anyone want to pay for the advertising budget of the major brands over buying own brand. Snobbery is a a major play point of the big brands ie Hienz,

A big eye opener for me was deciding to go on a diet because I was becoming overweight. Keto was fantastic. I then tried carnivore. I feel and look better than ever. I save so much on food shopping now. I also eat much less as I’m not getting hunger cravings from eating processed rubbish.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Well done on your weight loss, and for the financial savings you're making too! 😊

@np1663

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Thank you!

@rjcahill4979

25 күн бұрын

Carnivore here, as well! Now I don’t need as many kitchen gadgets, as many pots and pans, as many dishes, and not even as many cabinets. 😁

I love thrift store shopping! I have actually turned a few of my friends into thrifters, too!

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

That's great! My mum and I used to go a lot when I was younger - we loved all the bargains!

@rubylimey7614

2 ай бұрын

An garage sales!😃

@TheKeeperMadz

Ай бұрын

There is a thriftesque type of store in Johannesburg and the clothes are dirt cheap. I always go take a look.

I don’t use heating or cooling in the house. I walk to the shops. I rarely eat out. I buy a packet of chips (as a treat) and divide it in half so it lasts twice as long 😂

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Love this! I try to walk when possible - you save on transport and it's great exercise at the same time ☺️

@daveo9844

2 ай бұрын

@@softsophisticate I’ll take that onboard. Thanks ☺️

@laurapearson3370

2 ай бұрын

Your single

@mariah3654

Ай бұрын

I stop eating when full & have the rest later😊

I've just seen your site this morning from New Hampshire USA. Great ideas that I've used for most of my life and I'm OLD. Could well be your Granny! It struck me that you have awareness about some of the reasons you had spent $, and that is vitally important. Batch cooking is a magic trick and I still do it for myself alone. Ninety % of my clothing is from consignment shops or even better, Goodwill. That's a nonprofit with locations throughout the US and that supports people with disabilities. One thought regarding car expenses. My yearly car insurance had been costing me over $1200. I learned that a reduction was possible because I had been claim free for years, I'm the only driver of the car, my miles driven is greatly reduced now that I'm retired. These changes made me eligible for the same coverage for $600 per year! An additional benefit of wise frugality is the Huge Boost it gives in feeling control of your money, and anxiety reduction about it. You get this feeling with just a small amount of savings. Such a pleasure not to have money worry being a grey cloud always over your head.

@ThisEditedLife

4 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing! I think awareness was the key that got me started with taking control of my money. That's great about the reduction you were able to claim! And you're so right about not having money worries hanging over your head - before I took control it was always a big issue.

I like how the word cheap has changed to frugal. I’ve been frugal my whole life but was always called cheap

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Perhaps it's a shift in attitudes, especially with how things are at the moment.

@lyndabelknap8367

2 ай бұрын

Being generous and giving is a way better way to live. You will not be here forever.

@user-tk1xd9js1z

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife The same with buying second hand. It's totally OK nowadays but not long ago it was frowned upon.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

@@user-tk1xd9js1z yes, my Mum and I used to go to the charity shops when I was a child. I never really told anyone my clothes were second hand because it was something you'd be made fun of.

@mariah3654

Ай бұрын

​@@ThisEditedLife💜

Im very frugal too, since 2 years ago. This gives me too much tranquility and helps me to save a lot of money, its also a more sustainable way of life. Greetings from South America

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I'm glad frugality is working well for you! Greetings to South America from the UK 😁

Because of rising food costs I’ve actually stopped buying quite a few things completely. I admit I had become used to buying what I liked or buying a variety of same items. Did I really need it all? No. Was I over-buying? Yes. So less turned out to be okay, do-able. It’s true some things I gave up I just can’t afford anymore but re-evaluating what I actually needed saved me money and helped me adjust to changes. Thanks for the thoughtful ideas.

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I agree that taking time to assess whether we really need things can help us get clearer of where we're spending unnecessarily.

The difference between frugal and cheap: frugal is an ethic, it means one does not like to waste things or resources; cheap is a fault, it means one does not like to share.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

I think people each have their own definitions for each ☺

Live within your means if you can. Theres no point living frugally and dying with a large bank balance.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Definitely - we need to enjoy it while we have it. We can't take it with us 😊

I love that she recommends regular maintenance on her car. Change all your fluids regularly. Change the antifreeze yourself and save more money. The dealer just cleans and de acidizes your antifreeze and puts it back in charging you 4 times as much. Change your brake fluid, too. This removes water from the brake system and guarantees you have a good brake pedal and no rust in your system. Your calipers will thank you. You can change all the fluids yourself or with a neighbor saving yourself hundreds and prolonging the life of your vehicle.

When I eat out I try to select dishes to save half for the next day. I also split meals when possible.

@ThisEditedLife

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing those great tips! ☺️

I like to cook meals for 2-4 days and freeze some. I always have 2 kinds of soups in my fridge. For the last few years we travel together with another couple, we share comfortable Airbnb, we cook together and always look for great deals.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Batching cooking saves so much time in the week, and it's great you can find bargains when you go on vacation 😊

I have a local charity shop where I buy most of my clothes. It is a win-win-win I think. 1. Saves me money, 2. helps reduce landfill from "fast fashion", 3. Supports a charity.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

Exactly - positives on a number of levels ☺

Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching 😊

I am ultra frugal (I didn’t used to be) yes, 90% of my groceries are the shops own brand, they are significantly cheaper and I cannot tell any difference. 👍

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

I remember first hearing about buying store brands from the moneysavingexpert forums. I picked up so many frugal tips from people there :)

Love to see at least 5 of your staple meals. Thanks for sharing!

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😊

You have to upgrade your phone when it stops getting security updates

@mariah3654

Ай бұрын

My old phone was still getting security updates but a certain app I used almost every day stopped working because the system was old so I had to upgrade. I've had my current phone for 6 years - still working and no problem with apps 🎉

@freedomofspeech766

Ай бұрын

@@mariah3654 I am having problems with the 'youtube' app on my Iphone 5s. It tells me every few days to update but when I try to, it tells me the latest version is incompatible with my phone. The phone is my pride and joy and I pride myself on how long it has lasted and how it is still in mint condition. I'm going to have to replace it and it breaks my heart ... I see it as such a waste of money.

Another great video, thank you. Preparing your own meals both for home and work is a huge cost savings . Cut down on driving that uses gas /petrol. Plan your trips in advance so that you bundle tasks during the same time at remote location. One trip to a part of town vs three trips during the same week to the same part of town reduces amount of gas/petrol you use. You will be blown away by how much money this saves you plus the wear and tear on your vehicle which equates in a higher probability of lower vehicle repairs. Keep up the great content. Huge fan from over the pond.😊

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos, and thanks for sharing your tips! I love the idea of taking one trip to cover a few things, rather than taking three separate trips. It's so satisfying to get multiple things done at once, which help save time and money 😊

Weirdly, this popped up on my you tube feed. I'm the exact opposite! I like to make and fix stuff, ride bikes, garden, kayak, read, play music, cook, all sorts of activities that involve owning a bunch of stuff. It's funny how people arrive at different solutions. Best of luck to you and thanks for the vid!

@ThisEditedLife

20 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! ☺️

I wish I'd been like this all my life. Wow. All the money I could have now. Instead I have a bunch of useless junk in drawers and closets and stuff I've donated to the Goodwill. I am frugal now because of the inflation problem and just growing up and realizing that I don't need hardly anything in my life. People waste so much money especially in the United States

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, I imagine I would have been in a much better position years ago if I'd never got into debt. However, I don't dwell on that - I made my decisions based on what I knew at the time. Now I'm older (and a bit wiser!) and I feel I'm in more control ☺

My Daughter gifted me a Ninja Speedy and I live alone and use this every day-cook most of my beals in this.🌹

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, I love my Speedy!

I only buy my meat from offers. For about 60.- I bought enough good quality steak to make 6 meals for my husband and I. Knowing me, I will slice a little piece from each steak and then make a stirfry. It’s really about being inventive with what you have.

Tips. All chemicals have a dilution rate, ask the manufacturer for it. Measure how much water goes into your mop bucket. Then work out how much cleaning chemical you need in the bucket, write this figure on a piece of paper, stick it to the side of the mop bucket and cover it with sellotape to keep it dry. Do a spreadsheet that calculates how much your expenses are per month, six months and yearly. Add ten per cent to the monthly (if you get paid monthly) total as an emergency fund Ask coffee roasters and other store for big plastic bags, the coffee roasters get the beans in big bags, they are good for bin bags.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your tips! ☺

Excellent video again, great advice, thank you. I think being frugal can be seen by some as a negative thing, like you're being tight or miserly. But to me it's about living thoughtfully, making sensible decisions, avoiding wastefulness and unnecessary purchases, making a little effort to take care of what you have, and enjoying the satisfaction of appreciating the value of the things you need and own.

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

Hi Deborah, thank you! I love your description of being frugal; it's so much more than being 'cheap' 😊

In my early twenties age I was very frugal. Fast forward I’m at retirement age so all those years got all my clothing and furniture and garden supplies secondhand. Saved tons of money and now don’t have to work I retired early local thrift store had 99 cent items shopped for 2 year from furniture to antiques to appliances to kitchen ware etc etc I was blessed to acquire each item for 99 cents Furnished entire house with thrift items I’m good 🙂 My same aged friends still working because they spend and have nothing saved. Now thrift shop no longer has 99. Cents sales but Thankfully I’m Good. Praise Jesus.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Your introduction reminded me of my life. Luckily, I've also decided to be more frugal with money. It helps to learn from people like yourself.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I learn a lot from the comments I receive too - it's great that we can learn from one another ☺️

@DLG24

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife perfect✌

Great video, and best of luck with your house move!

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

What you are describing is what people did years ago before we were turned into robotic consumers. I’m a single mum, so one salary household, therefore the key to living comfortably is planning and being mindful. It’s also teaching my son how to live within your means. We have a good life and are very happy. It took a while to wean ourselves off Deliveroo! But now we don’t even think of getting delivered food - why is this even a thing! My tip is; don’t think you’re depriving yourself actually you’re staying debt free and possibly saving for important things.

@ThisEditedLife

7 күн бұрын

Totally agree about planning and being mindful. So many aspects of our lives have been made "easier" so the level of effort required is minimal (e.g., eating out/takeout) but if we put in the effort we can save money and also look after our health much better 😊

Love your philosophy and videos. Wish I met someone with your practices !

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! 😊

I mostly buy used clothing and am getting in the habit of maintaining a general idea of my cost per wear. This mindset informs my purchase choices. For example, I am unlikely to pay $150 for a dress I will only wear at one special occasion. Instead, I will thrift or borrow a dress, or add accessories to a regular dress to glam it up. Also, if you find a used item in good or great condition, you can get to a low cost per wear quickly and the item may last for years. Finally, I have been buying quality natural fabrics and brands that have a fairly small but devoted following, making it possible to resell my own garments while retaining much of the original value.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I really like that concept of 'cost per wear'. I've bought items (used and new) that I've had for 10+ years that have plenty of wear. It's a great idea to thrift or borrow something that may not get much use :)

My T shirt today is 33 years young and going great . My shoes are 10 years and vibrant... never worn in the home . My Toyota is 12 years , clean it and it is as new. Etcccc.... debt free , retired 54 years , nice bungalow , no terraces in town , no restos , as experience forgotten in an hour... buttt seen the World....

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Love this, thanks for sharing ☺️

@techfyi

2 ай бұрын

I envy you! I am still working at an investment banking firm. We are frugal but need to save $ for our adult children and their future. Paid their college tuitions; chipped in with their house down payment. All big ticket items ! Still enjoy working and getting paid well.

@Thescreen1711

Ай бұрын

That is amazing! I also heard people had their cars for years. Do you recommend Toyota being durable one of the brands?

Nearly my entire wardrobe (which is extensive because I enjoy clothes) is from Poshmark or Thredup. I rarely buy new.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I much prefer buying used if I can ☺️

We only buy food and pay for utilities. We have some savings in precious metals.

My frugal habits are pretty much the same other than owning a car or having had the habit of buying newest phones. I've actually been crossing my fingers that my current one would serve me another year or two. I've had it about three years now and four is my record so far with smart phones 😄

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

That's good going! I'm a bit suspicious that companies deliberately make phones so they slow down around the time of upgrading, as a way to get people to buy another one!!

@sct4040

2 ай бұрын

My iPhone 7plus was purchased in 2016 and it’s still working fine. FYI see KZread videos on optimizing your smartphone.

@annsuo3398

2 ай бұрын

@@sct4040 Thank you for the advice!

When i stop eating outside, I saved a lot. Before I used to go to resturant for lunch and dinner and now I am trying to apply an healthy diet so i have to cook in home even it is more difficult for me but obviously more cheaper so i see now i can save much more

@ThisEditedLife

8 күн бұрын

I'm sure you will save a lot by not eating out as much ☺

It helped me to keep a spending diary. For everything I spend, I note the amount but also if I’m happy with the expense. Quite a few purchases were too small, not to my taste, not refundable. Or I could have bought it second hand (window vac) or cheaper in a different shop. Very helpful.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, that's a great tip!

Great video. Thank you for all the tips. My tip is rather than buy used to just dig out something suitable from my wardrobe that works. Also, I dont care about wearing the same time over and over again as long as it's still wearable. I previously would buy things to avoid wearing the same time more than once or twice, but now I just dont follow that. 😊

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That's a great tip, thank you for sharing ☺️

We meal prep (batch cook) weekends & pack otr lunches at dinner time, eliminating morning stress ❤

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I do the same with my lunches - I don't want to be stressed in the morning!

The only thing i still havent been able to do is thrifting clothes......Just that thought someone has already worn it doesnt sit right in my brain......But minimalism makes life simple.......More u want, more u have to work to meet those needs.😉😉😉

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I guess it's whatever feels comfortable for each individual. My mum and I used to go thrifting from my early teens, so I guess it's never bothered me about someone else wearing an item of clothing. We're all different, so I don't think we should force ourselves to do things if we really don't feel comfortable ☺️

@BoninBrighton

2 ай бұрын

When you buy in a store other people have tried it on before you so what’s the difference? Many thrift store items have never been worn!

Being born in ex ussr country all of this was very common. When I lived in UK I was surprised how frivolous people could be with their money. Take outs, taxis, expensive holidays. I always was like we earn same. How do they afford it. And later I realized they all were borrowing money in one or another form.... ❤

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, it's certainly not sustainable over the long term.

FRUGAL WITH BOTH TIME AND MONEY. As per Smartphones I am using my family member's used phones ever since. I own a a couple of Trekk pants and T shirts combination of which I can use anywhere from college to home to any party/function and off course for hiking/trekking for which these are originally made and I call it OMNI [ Multipurpose ]. My friends are impressed by this concept and they appreciate it. It not only saves money but also saves a lot of time because we do not have to be confused and think about what to wear for different events or ocassions or environments. "I am frugal with not only money but with time also " And I love this video off course 🥰🥰

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I love the fact you use your clothing for multiple situations. I'm trying to reduce my wardrobe even more because I still think I have too much choice!!

@Tasty_Light

3 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife yeah. Seriously you would feel very light and ease in your mind when you keep your wardrobe simple

Get books, clothing, shoes and housewares at yard sales and estate sales.. Only pay retail for food and gasoline. Keep water, snacks and drinks in your vehicle. Avoid over- priced coffee shops and sit down restaurants. 64 years old, No debt. No car payments.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips! ☺️

@mariah3654

Ай бұрын

This is such a good tip! I learned it from a friend in Texas to pack lunch, beverages, snacks in a small cooler if I'm out all day. It has saved me so much money! I used to never pack anything to drink, eat or snack on and would spend too much money buying all those at the last minute while on a road trip or out and about doing errands 🚗

@ReginaCreates2

Ай бұрын

Great tips Richard 👍

Same I prefer spend extra on groceries then buying take away

Great tips 💡 … thank you! 👍 👍

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ReginaCreates2

Ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife 😊

You are fully right! Me too, i buy and prefer to buy used clothes! We can find real tresours!! Very expensive itens. Now, i am more cons ient of my finances.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I love getting a good bargain when it comes to used clothes!

Thank you gor sharing

@ThisEditedLife

4 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching ☺️

I’m frugal too ❤

Good Girl... "YOU DONT NEED ALL OF THAT CRAP"

I try to mend my clothes if it's doable for my skillset and tools. I freeze food items that are on sale because they are going bad soon. I plan meals with ingredient cost in mind and try to avoid making meals that cost more than 1,5€ per serving(before I would go lower but everything is so much more expensive these days), although due to chronic illness I have had to buy a lot more microwave meals which expensive. I always buy food and home items based on their price per kilo/liter, or price per toilet paper roll etc. so I switch brands based on what is cheapest on a given day, and of course I use store brands a lot. If something is on sale, I buy a lot of it. I always compare prices meticulously when I am making a bigger purchase, like a new phone (only after old one dies) or eyeglasses or even books/games. I always make use of discount codes, free deliveries and loyalty membership sales when I shop online. It is exhausting actually, but has kept me afloat during hard times. To some of us it's not a choice, but a necessity to be frugal. I'm glad I have these skills and tips from my childhood, as it is easier to survive when you already know how to save every cent possible.

@ThisEditedLife

18 күн бұрын

Yes, for some people frugality isn't a choice but a necessity. I think we can learn a lot from this - we can be very wasteful as a society and we don't need as much as we think.

“I threw my cup away when I saw a child drinking from his hands at the trough.“ - DIOGENES

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

I've never heard of that quote before - thanks for sharing!

Black Hanes T shirts. good stuff

These tips seem obvious to me, might be because I've always lived in a low income family😅. This made me wonder if people really don't already do all these things, like switching off lights when you aren't using a room, making batches of food and storing it... I think I have order takeout home for myself less than 5 times in my entire life(I'm 35). these points seem like common sense to me, and this made me think that I definitely live in a different world than most people. I hope everyone will start doing these things, because it will save a lot of money and resources.

@ThisEditedLife

19 күн бұрын

I don't think they are obvious to everyone, no ☺️ When I worked in London, I used to buy most of my lunches from local shops. It was only when I looked at my budget that I realised how much money I was wasting. I don't think I wanted to face up to it! I agree, we could save more money and resources if we're more careful ☺️

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@ThisEditedLife

8 күн бұрын

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spreadsheets are eye 👁️ 👁️ opening, you quickly stop wasting money ❤❤❤love batch cooking and baking. Agreed quality furniture is worth it, but you can find reduced items, if you research online, you remain patient, and know what you want❤❤❤ 🇨🇦

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I agree, doing your research can really pay off 😊

Frugal is good.i have only 30 cloth.

I’ve just found your channel and I could literally have made this video myself! Like you in my early years I had quite a lot of CC debt and have learnt my lesson! I too am frugal in the same ways and it’s been amazing for our family

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I'm glad you've come through it and that it's had such a positive impact 😊

I’m someone who likes to buy great quality, long lasting, easy and inexpensive to maintain products. So I drive a Toyota Camry, bought it new at a very low price ($18,500) and will drive it 15-20 yrs. Based on that, I’ll need 3-4 cars in a lifetime. In 5 yrs, I’ve only had to do maintenance. At 10yrs I may consider having my car painted a new color as the paint fades, but that is much cheaper and less stressful than selling the old car and buying another. Same with a home. If there were do overs, I would live in one or 2 nice quality built places over a lifetime. Moving is expensive and stressful. Better to reinvest where you are, if possible. Really ask yourself why you are moving and what it will do for you vs the expense and stress.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

As someone who has recently moved home, I can attest to the stress and expense!

My least favorite people to have as traveling companions are those who claim their frugality prevents them from spending money but hey are often happy to let me pay for their little excesses. Lunch is equal except that they had a $12 glass of wine and they “ don’t believe in tipping” so I get to absorb their wine and their tip.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, I know a few people who prefer to split the bill equally, whilst ordering more than anyone else! I say upfront that I'll pay for my own!

@rowan7658

2 ай бұрын

More fool you then

I live in Argentina, and have never had a credit card, never wanted one, I buy anything according to my budget in that moment, if I can afford it then I just go without until the next month. I'm retired and own my own house, I live up in the hills of a lovely English town, I'm happy as can be and I eat everyday and now I'm saving to buy myself a new mobile phone. All of this was achieved thanks to my dear God, and lord. Jesus Christ, I don't now what I would do without him.

Sometimes I do teeter on the line of being frugal v being a total tight wad- I have to keep myself in check and make sure that I do spend $ occasionally as I find it very easy to never spend a cent

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I agree that balance is key and like you, I have to be careful not to go too far one way 😊

I got in debt when I was single after loosing job and had my own house . Paid it back as soon as I could 3 months , went without , paid my mortgage off after 7 years as I was never going to go through that again .I made a pact that every bill was paid within 48 hrs . I have been debt free for 27 years , no mortgage, no new cars , no keeping up with neighbours. Sleep at night with no worries. Wife has same attitude , I would like a newer car, but she said no . What’s the point of it sitting on drive loosing money . If we want a better car we just hire one for our holls.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

Well done on being debt free! I'd love to pay my mortgage off early, so I'm doing what I can to make that happen 😀

Am I frugal, up to two days ago, NO. Then I received a letter from my car and house insurance company telling me they will be making "substantial" increases and nothing else. They are keeping the surprise of how much until next month. That translates to A VERY BIG INCREASE. Fugal here I come. lol

I insist on investing my hard earned wisely,…80% goes on Ale and Backy…, the rest I just waste on bills !

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Bills are such a waste, aren't they 🤣

@Nedxr777

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife ONE LIFE….LIVE IT !

A car is a huge drain on finances. If you live in a city then you really don’t need a car unless you are working in a trade. I do though get it is different in a rural area where public transport isn’t great.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, when I worked in London I didn't need a car. The transport links where I am now are not great at all, so a car makes things much easier.

You certainly can hold on to your andriod or iOS devices longer but be aware than tech companies use updates to downgrade upgradable devices.

@ThisEditedLife

Ай бұрын

That doesn't surprise me!

Hello. Nice informative video. Can you share your spreadsheet. I'm terrible at excel.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

This website is great for budgeting and money-saving tips. There is a downloadable budget planner on this web page www.moneysavingexpert.com/banking/budget-planning/#spreadsheet

@bgrecoverycoaching2536

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife thank you for the link.

Invest in stock market early years of compound interest

At my debt free age of 96 I have for YEARS asked myself , do I need or want it. It served me well raising 4 children w/o their dad and NO money, Just say NO

How do I get a sim card or used phone instead of getting a new phone? Where? My phone does not have a sim card.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Hmm, I'm not sure to be honest. Is there anyone who sells refurbished sim-free phones?

@highlandlaura

Ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Thanks. I'll check.

I am all for used items - BUT I recommend buying new when it comes to anything upholstered. I have heard horror stories about bed bugs. If they spread around your home, you will be spending a fortune to replace all the other items that get infested. SO NOT WORTH IT!!!

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I'd never thought of that. It makes sense!

I never and will never have an expensive cell phone. Total waste of money. Save gas by doing more than one errand when I am out and about. So many other frugal things I do,

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

That's great! ☺️

My dad recently showed me the Motorola phones. They cost £300, compared to £800 for an iPhone. My only concern is the camera quality for my videos lol, but I think they look okay/enough, until and if I ever became a bigger KZreadr. I love that it saved me money. Whats more, is that it was my dads 'spare' phone

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

That's great you saved money! Yes, if you're using the camera for filming I imagine you want to make sure it's decent ☺

I never buy clothes - hardly ever - community centres in my city give them away for free and neighbours do as well.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

That sounds great when a community comes together to help one another ☺️

You dont need a moblile phone. A landline is a lot cheaper.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

For me, it's about weighing up cost and convenience. I need a mobile so I can contact people (and they can contact me) when I'm not at home, and for that reason I couldn't rely on a landline.

@streaming5332

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife You have an answering service in place, messages are left on it and it is reliable and free. I've never had a mobile, its a waste of money.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

@@streaming5332 I think it comes down to what fits with our lives.

I take any money saved over the month out in cash. No point in putting in savings as interest rates are pitiful and if your bank goes down your savings can be bailed in - i.e. you risk having them confiscated.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Wow, really? I didn't know that.

@kerryburns1293

2 ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Yes, absolutely. Last bail-outs were in 2008 during GFC.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

@@kerryburns1293 that's scary

Frugal is just another word for cheap. I belong to a church and the cheap people hardly ever donate money. They always love to say that they give their time. Giving your time does not pay the bills today. They always avoid giving things unless they are used and don't want them. These people are always the first to go to anything free and not give back. They always think about saving and have turned money into their god.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

I think that frugal can mean different things to different people, and we can see that in their actions. I see it as being smarter, and less wasteful, with my money so that I can not only build security but also because I want to donate money to causes I'm passionate about.

@laetitialogan2017

2 ай бұрын

Look up,the definition of frugal...its not cheap...

@lyndabelknap8367

2 ай бұрын

@@laetitialogan2017 you can say whatever you want but all the frugal so called people I know are cheap and selfish.

I've never known there was a stigma about buying non branded did items. Wow. Who even knows?

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

There certainly used to be when I was younger (the 90s) but thankfully I think times have changed :)

But what about clothes if we have to go to office.we have to buy good clothes.

@ThisEditedLife

3 ай бұрын

I do think it's possible to have nice clothes for work without spending a lot of money. If I need an item of clothing for work I try to buy second-hand instead of new 😊

@denisedejose718

2 ай бұрын

My neighbours call me “ the girl withthe designer clothes” and it made me laugh! Everything I buy comes from thrift stores and rarely cost more than $5

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

@@denisedejose718 love that!!

Most people work till they die.

@ThisEditedLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, a lot of people can't afford not to

I'm frugal, because I want to buy. I like nice things, and I save that I can buy them. To be frugal means that you can't buy anything. Sales are the most precious, to by buy even luxury stuff.