12 Things You Are Spending Too Much Money On

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Austin Williams

Austin Williams

Күн бұрын

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@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
What's another thing people overpay for?
@plappin
@plappin 7 ай бұрын
Hair care. I've been clipping my own hair for nearly twenty-five years (but then, I was balding badly so it made sense). Plus no need for shampoo or conditioner.
@skydvdan
@skydvdan 7 ай бұрын
Fast food delivery. Fast food has become more expensive than ever and now people are paying even more to have it delivered (DoorDash, etc). And yet everyone says they don’t understand why they’re always broke. This is part of the reason.
@victorbaird8220
@victorbaird8220 7 ай бұрын
Cars and monthly payments 😊
@Vparks
@Vparks 7 ай бұрын
Since watching videos like yours. I payed off one credit card and I don’t buy take outs or start bucks anymore.
@timothy4597
@timothy4597 7 ай бұрын
Powdered laundry detergent is even cheaper than liquid. (if you can find it)
@lauracastro6649
@lauracastro6649 7 ай бұрын
Let me tell you this little secret: Branded food products and generic brand products are literally the same, they come from the same company but different packaging presentation. (I’ve worked for one of those companies).
@sharoncontini3284
@sharoncontini3284 7 ай бұрын
My mother worked for a large commercial bakery. The exact same bread was sold under six different names. The small loaves were 10 for $1 back in the late 60's at the bakery store.
@stephaniejohnson229
@stephaniejohnson229 7 ай бұрын
I worked for Yeo Valley in the UK and found this out. Was genuinely stunned.
@evacocinarosa
@evacocinarosa 6 ай бұрын
No, most of times are not, but you can buy what you want
@gosiaq87
@gosiaq87 6 ай бұрын
It is not a secret everybody knows that 😊
@palee8928
@palee8928 6 ай бұрын
Yeah, but finding out which ones they are is the tough thing. Most generic breads and can foods suck
@Jacquie_Kirk_111
@Jacquie_Kirk_111 7 ай бұрын
Regarding cars, i had my honda accord for 22 years!
@Loretta_C
@Loretta_C 7 ай бұрын
Everyone I have talked to that has, or had a Honda says they are great cars. I think that will be my next choice for a vehicle.
@joannbrown2842
@joannbrown2842 7 ай бұрын
My daughter just sold her 20 year old Toyota. Runs great. My Toyota is 15 this year. I have a Subaru, base model. Love it. I've owned all the cheap crap, learned my lesson lol
@moro123451
@moro123451 7 ай бұрын
and Toyota
@jillbrady294
@jillbrady294 7 ай бұрын
My Honda civic is going on 22 years and going strong!
@lorla85
@lorla85 7 ай бұрын
I got a Honda Fit, that I saved up cash and paid it off! I love that little car even if it’s 15 years old… my sister loves her Toyota vehicles as well! 😃
@andreabellini6796
@andreabellini6796 7 ай бұрын
Austin, I lowered my internet speed (per your recommendation) and I now save $40 a month! Gracias Chico
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
Right on! It's so simple!
@andreabellini6796
@andreabellini6796 7 ай бұрын
Definitely
@breezybre2670
@breezybre2670 7 ай бұрын
We lowered ours by $40 and we get the same speed just a hit less data on home internet. No biggie and no overage charges
@noreenn6976
@noreenn6976 7 ай бұрын
The challenge is convincing the rep on the phone that lower speeds are available. They're trained to upsell.
@lleocttx2326
@lleocttx2326 6 ай бұрын
This is a revelation - will implement immediately!!!
@olderandwiser78
@olderandwiser78 7 ай бұрын
My husband got is degree in food technology. Years ago he told me that the main difference between a brand name canned vegetable and a store brand or generic brand is when they are processed. The first product that is processed and comes off the line is going to be the brand name. After that is processed they do the store and generic brands. That means that the freshest product will be the brand name.
@simonefeaster5131
@simonefeaster5131 7 ай бұрын
I couldn’t agree with you more about selective grocery shopping. I recently cut my grocery bill by 30% after changing where I shop. Also agree about cars: I bought the best make I could find (Honda) and I’ve had my car for eight years with no payments. Sure, ever year and a half I may have one decent expense on a repair, but that still beats a car payment by a mile! I intend to drive this car until it drops😂
@tessajetta8146
@tessajetta8146 7 ай бұрын
I love your new place. Looks bright and airy.
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
It is!
@simplefoodsimplelife9632
@simplefoodsimplelife9632 7 ай бұрын
I didn’t notice the windows until you mentioned it. I don’t see it as a problem. The light is soft. All good tips Austin. Thank you.
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
It's the small things I think about!
@simplefoodsimplelife9632
@simplefoodsimplelife9632 7 ай бұрын
@@ElAgustin 👍
@Silhouette_Cooks
@Silhouette_Cooks 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the informative video. I mostly agree with you, but when I buy food I look for the quality ( e.g., free range eggs, no antibiotics chicken, organic grains & spices …etc.) I try to buy organic vegetables but not all the time. I read what’s in the ingredients before I buy food items, this can cost more money but I am not spending money on junk foods, unhealthy snacks or ultra processed food.
@gosiaq87
@gosiaq87 6 ай бұрын
Free range label doesn't mean free range eggs... they liying about that so much
@Silhouette_Cooks
@Silhouette_Cooks 6 ай бұрын
@@gosiaq87 I totally agree 👍 I think it’s best to buy organic, but honestly, I can’t buy organic all the time.
@MariaCarattini
@MariaCarattini 7 ай бұрын
I do appreciate your videos. How ever not everything is just name brand . Is important to read the label. While I love Wal-Mart I will not buy Great Value is cheaper but is lower quality and has way more sodium. Please read the label them make the decision that fits your budget. One thing I will pay is on food cause what's the point of being wealthy while killing my self with bad food. One more thing you got sick from Ecuador water because your gut wasn't used to the bacteria from that water 🤪 most people over there, well in all Latin America drink tap water.
@tericollier7839
@tericollier7839 7 ай бұрын
Just switched to Mint Mobile from Verizon. Suddenly $78/month will now be down to $15. Big yay! For groceries I go with store brands and private labels when possible. Make my own cleaners. The list goes on. My daughter thinks I'm a dork but I'd rather be a richer dork than a poorer dork ... lol.
@dank5770
@dank5770 7 ай бұрын
(Abby ryping) I like the percentage difference in price presentation. It is a new way of comparing prices and makes more of an impact than just saying that one is only a dollar more than the other one.
@kimrodgers692
@kimrodgers692 7 ай бұрын
DIY cleaning products. Even cheaper than buying one generic pre-mixed cleaner and works just as well for most tasks.
@marianhunt8899
@marianhunt8899 7 ай бұрын
Agree Austin, clean water is an everyday luxury and one I'm always grateful for.
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
I think about it every time I drink water!
@Luncheon23
@Luncheon23 7 ай бұрын
Love the fresh take you bring to facts that we ordinarily should know, but don't really realize. The one about name brands really hits me because I've found out that all these years I've been respecting name brand products more, even if they aren't much better.
@kimbeau1979
@kimbeau1979 7 ай бұрын
Hello El Augustine! Did you know that you can save even more money on all-purpose cleaning products if you make them from scratch?? Water and a bit of Dawn dish soap (and vinegar for some surfaces) can do the job at a fraction of the cost :) Love your videos! Keep up the good work 👍
@nathalieda1
@nathalieda1 7 ай бұрын
1/2 vinegar + 1/2 water in a spray bottle makes a frugal and chemical free all-purpose cleaner
@sharonlugone5955
@sharonlugone5955 7 ай бұрын
I'm on my third Kia and I've been happy with all of them. I totally agree with you on Mint Mobile, though. I just celebrated my third year with them and the service received for the low price has been phenomenal. Your new apartment looks great, amigo! ❤
@gccooley
@gccooley 7 ай бұрын
That's a lot of KIA's. I have 300,000 miles on my 23 year old Honda.
@sharonlugone5955
@sharonlugone5955 7 ай бұрын
The first one was totalled in an accident, the second one I sold to my boyfriend and he loves it, still contentedly driving my third. Congrats on your 300,000 miles! I only have 240,000 to go.
@bigshotadventur18
@bigshotadventur18 4 ай бұрын
Kia is great, have picanto no issue now since 2017 brand new
@dianne1851
@dianne1851 7 ай бұрын
Tuesdays at Two. That's when Walmart delivers my groceries to my house. I haven't been to a grocery store since before Covid. I never fill a cart with impulse purchases like I used to and I stay in my budget,. 😊
@jeremyslaymaker
@jeremyslaymaker 7 ай бұрын
Our grocery bill is $500 a month for household of 5. It’s possible; just use local discount grocery stores.
@dpayne1943
@dpayne1943 7 ай бұрын
Oh my goodness! I save water and energy and wash my dishes by hand. If you rise and soak, washing takes 5 mins and rinsing another 5. I use my dishwasher as a drying rack and run it through a cleaning cycle once a month to avoid molding issues.
@rhondalyn100
@rhondalyn100 7 ай бұрын
Thrift shop drapes will solve the lighting issue and soften your living room. Great vid!
@shirleycurry6482
@shirleycurry6482 7 ай бұрын
I never thought about exploring the "hidden" discounts readily available to everyone. Thx. Augustin! Most don't realize - its the "little" bleeders that sneak up on you. Eliminate those; and you've created a whole new level of financial padding. In fact, saving on those "little" bleeders is a great way to augment to your emergency fund. Why pay them, when you can pay yourself!
@Rita_60
@Rita_60 7 ай бұрын
When it comes to cars we bought cars that were brand new and one of them came with a serious defect. After several years we decided to buy a Volvo that was not new and I can say that it wad the best car ever . So I get it when you say that you never know what you gonna get if you purchase a car. Good job ,Augustin!
@princessdumbarton9877
@princessdumbarton9877 7 ай бұрын
Rinse your dishes off after you eat and put them in a tub of soapy water. Let them soak a while and they are very easy to clean.
@RockyMoth
@RockyMoth 7 ай бұрын
Amen, right?!
@moro123451
@moro123451 7 ай бұрын
Dish washer fo single is a waste of water and power and soap
@princessdumbarton9877
@princessdumbarton9877 7 ай бұрын
@@moro123451 I once bought a brand-new condo that had a microwave and dishwasher. I never used either of them and when I sold it, they were like new and probably increased the value.
@bthomas50
@bthomas50 7 ай бұрын
You are spot on about medical. I have been blessed with good health and try to stay active and eat somewhat healthy just to avoid extra money going to medication.
@vic7939
@vic7939 7 ай бұрын
Tip for men that need a daily shave. Don't waste money on disposable Gillette. I have used a safety razor for years and use quality razors like Astra Premium for $10 a pack of 100. A single razor lasts for 3/4 uses.
@gwarlow
@gwarlow 7 ай бұрын
I made the same decision a few years ago - each shave costs around 5 cents (I shave every 3 days). The one time cost of buying a shaving handle and brush/bowl is much less expensive over time than disposible cartridges, and I get a closer shave as well. :-)
@videomgs
@videomgs 7 ай бұрын
A lot of great tips on how not to overpay for things. Very easy to overpay on cars and not realize it - there are many hidden costs beyond just the sticker price - the more expensive the car, likely the more expensive the insurance, high potential for larger auto loan amounts and for longer durations, perhaps even premium gas requirements and potentially more repairs requiring more expensive parts for replace.
@Nikkibee716
@Nikkibee716 7 ай бұрын
I almost exclusively shop at aldi! They have great prices for most things and have some really delicious stuff
@kindraporter3887
@kindraporter3887 7 ай бұрын
The windows were fine. YAY! A new place! Good for you. Have fun in Georgia.
@326159487d
@326159487d 7 ай бұрын
As a woman, I sometimes buy manly products, like razors. They are stronger, and have sharper blades etc. It last longer than the so called woman's razors. Also men's shampoo tend to be more simple and good for use for woman's hair, without all the fluff around it (and the price). And I love the smell of it :) I like to buy men's socks in one color (black, grey, etc) which I don't find at the woman's socks department. Or.. I have to pay higher prices.. I also buy items in bulk for a whole year (candles, incense, etc) for a cheaper price, or when on sale.
@faeriemagic3546
@faeriemagic3546 7 ай бұрын
I make my own cleaning products! So much cheaper and my house is clean! Save $$
@breezybre2670
@breezybre2670 7 ай бұрын
I use the cheap ikea microfiber and water ans I have a natural spray cleaner for the toilet/ shower. That's it.
@Loretta_C
@Loretta_C 7 ай бұрын
Same here. Corn starch, vinegar and alcohol is a great window cleaner.
@faeriemagic3546
@faeriemagic3546 7 ай бұрын
@Loretta_C yes! I have all my spray bottles in one area! Saves me so much! Looked at the cleaners in the stores.. oh my so expensive!
@sgray4995
@sgray4995 7 ай бұрын
Can't stand Walmart. Shop at Publix and some in Aldi here in Florida.
@BrianK-zz4fk
@BrianK-zz4fk 7 ай бұрын
if you buy the bogos and sales you can actually save money at Publix. Aldi is good for produce, do need to check for freshness, spices and bread. Walmart doesnt have many sales and is not enjoyable to shop at.
@sgray4995
@sgray4995 7 ай бұрын
@@BrianK-zz4fk yes, Luke the BOGOs of items I use routinely. Quality and customer service can't be beat. Like Aldi coffee and lo-carb bread.
@lauracaruso2524
@lauracaruso2524 7 ай бұрын
I have a KIA Soul and love it. Knock on wood, no problems, yet!
@bigshotadventur18
@bigshotadventur18 4 ай бұрын
I have a Kia picanto, brand new since 2017, no issues. It's a great brand. Perhaps he abused his Kia that's why he is so negative towards it
@Helena-ou8ry
@Helena-ou8ry 7 ай бұрын
I am even more budget minded, I just bought in bulk online cat food and litter tray liners. 50 % off Costco price and delivered to my doorstep. I was so impressed I decided to see if I could cut my meat budget, found a butcher that sells to restaurants was happy to deliver to me, price saving 35% and the quality increased is mind boggling. NEVER GOING BACK
@ChrisJCarter
@ChrisJCarter 7 ай бұрын
Congrats on the new apartment...looks nice!
@Will4fun
@Will4fun 6 ай бұрын
I bought a new Kia Rio in 2001. The car only lasted 3 1/2 years. After that, I bought another new Kia. It was better, but every time I had the dealership change the oil or do routine maintenance, they would tell me that one of the exterior lights was out. They would charge me for that. I don't believe the lights were out. I think they were just gouging me for money. No more Kias for me!
@julias8763
@julias8763 7 ай бұрын
I pay for gym membership, I am a swimmer 🏊🏼 and I do not have a private pool, so I go every other day to one of three pools in my city, price is the same in them
@mariavelazquez2881
@mariavelazquez2881 7 ай бұрын
Good video as always, thank you señor Agustin. ❤🙂👍
@livingoncoffee
@livingoncoffee 7 ай бұрын
Your apartment is very nice, especially with the bright windows. The plants love it too!
@curellasays
@curellasays 7 ай бұрын
Fresh meat, fish and vegetables... buying frozen meat, fish and vegetables is always cheaper, usually healthier & you don't have to worry about things going bad quickly!
@paladinsjohn9757
@paladinsjohn9757 7 ай бұрын
I would argue with your gym membership point, sometimes its better to save time by paying a bit more for a gym closer to you/one that is not so crowded.
@amyk6028
@amyk6028 7 ай бұрын
Another great video El Augustine! I only buy my groceries at Walmart and occasionally I will hit Publix if they have a few really good BOGO deals 👍🏼
@snooksmcdermott
@snooksmcdermott 7 ай бұрын
I like to swim so I joined a local community center. I'm not a resident, but even so, with a the senior discount (it starts at 55), I pay $180/year.
@DJ-zi7oe
@DJ-zi7oe 7 ай бұрын
Mine costs $15 a year for access to a gym
@andymagliulo
@andymagliulo 7 ай бұрын
great video - congrats on the move! and the window lighting was fine to me! nice and clean, rock on :)
@Will4fun
@Will4fun 6 ай бұрын
Prepper Princess has a formula for cleaner. In a spray bottle mix 1/10 Dawn dish soap with 9/10 water. The formula stays suspended after you shake it once. I have used that formula for a couple of years now and I really find it useful in comparison to other cleaners.
@rebacarmack8335
@rebacarmack8335 7 ай бұрын
The light from the windows is great, however, this summer; maybe not. Drapes would help or short room darkening ones that you can open when it’s not so hot.
@MagicLights555
@MagicLights555 7 ай бұрын
Regarding gyms: We don't think the expensive ones will make us fitter. My husband likes working out on his own. He goes to one of those $10/month ones and he's pretty fit. Yet I go to one of the expensive ones because I like having trainers watching what I do, correcting my form, and noticing when it's time to lift heavier. And going to classes means that I *have* to be there at a specific time. No chance for procrastination or putting it off for later.
@noreenn6976
@noreenn6976 7 ай бұрын
I don't shop at Walmart for various reasons. Aldi or Lidl is a good substitute. Sprouts sells bulk spices, much cheaper than prepackaged.
@user-tp3db6gf7q
@user-tp3db6gf7q 7 ай бұрын
I'm due to get new dishwasher cleaner this week....it will be liquid not pods this time. Wow my life has come down to writing a comment on dishwasher pods yikes!
@andreabellini6796
@andreabellini6796 7 ай бұрын
Lol
@CAGChannel1
@CAGChannel1 7 ай бұрын
You must be getting old. I actually appreciate concentrating on such mundane things now!
@ms1295
@ms1295 7 ай бұрын
Please consider buying a powder soap in cardboard boxes instead of liquid in plastic. Plastic is very hard to recycle and it stays in the environment for centuries!
@ms1295
@ms1295 7 ай бұрын
@@CAGChannel1 Not sure what you mean by the "paper straw category". But yes if you don't want to keep the powder in a paper box (there is usually a plastic bag inside to protect form moisture) and have an empty plastic or glass container at home (or can repurpose one), feel free to do that!
@cindypatrick785
@cindypatrick785 7 ай бұрын
We bought a 2008 Kia optima that had 23,000 miles on it and are still driving it w 145,000 miles .We have had very few problems with it and are still very happy with our choice! 8:39
@Walking_w_Jesus
@Walking_w_Jesus Күн бұрын
I am happy with my Kia also, I hope I will drive it for many many years to come 🙏
@katherinepace7369
@katherinepace7369 7 ай бұрын
Try out Aldi and Lidl grocery stores!
@Barbara-te7xz
@Barbara-te7xz 6 ай бұрын
Victor from everyday cycling does just fine as a cycling commuter in Atlanta. He has a Brompton....not cheap. If you want to cycle commute, buy quality or you'll hate it.
@bryankasper8567
@bryankasper8567 7 ай бұрын
I'm gonng shop at the most local business I can because I'm not gonna support Walmart absurdly low wages and horrible manner in which they treat their employees.
@drewo6388
@drewo6388 7 ай бұрын
What do you think about Aldi as an alternative?
@larry-kp9sp
@larry-kp9sp 7 ай бұрын
How many times have Walmart employees refused to unionize
@juliem.3936
@juliem.3936 7 ай бұрын
I've been doing that for years.
@thisisme3238
@thisisme3238 7 ай бұрын
I won't shop there either... KZbin just cut the comment off as I was making it.
@larouxvixen
@larouxvixen 7 ай бұрын
Just came here to say the same thing! Thank you! If you can afford to shop elsewhere, do it, same with Amazon. Those low costs are subsidized by predatory business practices and poor worker treatment
@williamrice4608
@williamrice4608 6 ай бұрын
I use this new solar / wind technology to dry my clothes most of the time. It's called a clothes line. I got one in the basement too. See old is new again!
@TheSimArchitect
@TheSimArchitect 7 ай бұрын
Welcome to the Dishwasher Club 🙏🏻⛪🙏🏻 😁 I buy those prepackaged dish washing detergents because they're usually stronger and more effective (I can't find the strong ones where I live otherwise). I use the powder for pre washing, though. Sorry about your car situation. Hopefully you figure something out that cost you less while serving you as well/comfortably. 🙂 You can save money if you have enough cutlery and dishes to fill it up (combined with pots and pans etc, of course) so you can only run a full cycle when it's full. Then, just do a quick pre wash with a little bit of that self dosing soap you mentioned. Getting tons of forks and knives were the best thing I ever did so I am not forced to run the washer to avoid running out of them before the machine is full.
@jstcallmevivi
@jstcallmevivi 7 ай бұрын
hi Austin, I'm from Cambodia, have you ever been to Cambodia? I love watching your frugality videos, thank you for your hard work.
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
I have! It's a pretty country!
@yazcuy8510
@yazcuy8510 Ай бұрын
Regarding the water you may want to check the flouride in the tap water since you could get sick over time
@ojyochan
@ojyochan 7 ай бұрын
I LOVE my dishwasher
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
It's a game changer!
@breezybre2670
@breezybre2670 7 ай бұрын
6 kids and a junky dishwasher....we tried to replace it but there was some problem with the well water pressure so the old one is back. Back to handwashing it is .
@CAGChannel1
@CAGChannel1 7 ай бұрын
@@breezybre2670eight over here and didn’t have a dishwasher for 15 years of kids. Now that I have one, I never use it. I hate that damn thing. It’s one of those newfangled one that takes over an hour. Spoons fall into the spinning area and all kinds of yuck. Apparently there’s some filter and areas that need regular gunk scoop outs. Uhh, no thanks!!
@georgeandrews2839
@georgeandrews2839 7 ай бұрын
Walmart is usually higher in towns where they have driven out all or most of the competition. Some times 200% or more.
@oasissenioradvisorslouisvi1613
@oasissenioradvisorslouisvi1613 7 ай бұрын
No need to apologize for the lighting. Your content is awesome! Found you when you started and you are doing great!! I miss the end of the video where you give the 'video #"
@Irraticdriving
@Irraticdriving 7 ай бұрын
Uk we joined walking group once a week its 1 pound And can mix or go coffee if want after with group but don't have to Many walking now
@thekid1597
@thekid1597 7 ай бұрын
Dishwasher! 😳 i have one and never use it, im single it wouldn't be cost effective to wash one pan and a couple of dishes everyday 😳
@jzp931
@jzp931 7 ай бұрын
I like the brightness from the window. It’s bright and happy not dark and depressing.
@ulisescanas1910
@ulisescanas1910 7 ай бұрын
Another awesome video, Austin! Saludos desde El Salvador, amigo 😎
@LaundryFaerie
@LaundryFaerie 7 ай бұрын
It's interesting that you bring up water, because I live in an area with very hard water. It means I need to add salt to my washer loads to help soften the water, and it also means that if I use typical liquid or powder dish detergent in my dishwasher, my dishes get a nasty gray film on them and never look like they're really clean. So I use a dish pod designed for hard water. I'd much prefer to buy the non-premeasured version of this product, but unfortunately the company doesn't make one. I wait for sales and use coupons to help bring the price down. Someday we may have enough money to spring for a household water softener, but in the meantime we use the product that works best for our needs. Your mileage, as always, may vary.
@4D5D369
@4D5D369 7 ай бұрын
Would love to shop at Costco, but the entire portion of Southern and Southeastern Illinois doesn't have one...😢
@ellyne3863
@ellyne3863 7 ай бұрын
Hope you're enjoying ATL so far Austin! Great tip with using 1 general non-toxic cleaner for everything. I do the same thing; it's less harsh chemicals to breathe in and things still are just as clean. I still spray the shower with bleach tho! :)
@4D5D369
@4D5D369 7 ай бұрын
I've been told by my dishwasher repairman that pods are the worst thing you can do to your dishwasher. He said only use powder!!! Also, when buying a dishwaher, make sure that it really does Dry your dishes. My 7 yr old Frigidare DW has no drying mechanism in it. Ready to buy a new DW any day now.
@pinkmoonrisin
@pinkmoonrisin 7 ай бұрын
I would love to have a dishwasher again. I downsized back to my smaller house. It doesn’t have a dishwasher. But, I don’t use enough dishes to have one really. 😊
@heatherh1109
@heatherh1109 7 ай бұрын
Windex and bounty paper towels are the main name brand things I buy. I am trying to phase out paper towels though
@andreabellini6796
@andreabellini6796 7 ай бұрын
I own an eco friendly housekeeping company. You don’t need that for glass, just buy a glass cloth and mix a spray bottle with vinegar and water. Scary the glass and dry with the cloth
@joannbrown2842
@joannbrown2842 7 ай бұрын
​@@andreabellini6796 well that's exactly what I was gonna say 😁
@AJB861
@AJB861 7 ай бұрын
The issue is, the quality of the food. Theres so much crap being put in our foods that are actually cancerous - which will inevitably cost you way more in the end. Thats why you see those whole food shoppers, which im not even sure if its fresh.
@plappin
@plappin 7 ай бұрын
Austin, if you, cooking just for yourself, are spending an hour a day doing dishes, you are using too many dishes! LOL But seriously, I agree with everything here but will only add that sometimes it pays to spend more on food, if you're getting fresher, higher-quality and/or organic (i.e., pesticide-free) food. Explore the possibility of joining a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) where you get fresh organic food every week during the growing season -- in mine, single people usually split a share with someone else as the weekly shares can be extremely abundant. You'll get food of a quality you're not going to find in Walmart. The payoff may be immediate (better taste for a little more money) or more long-term (better health), but it's worth it if you can find the money for it. We drink raw milk from an Amish farm in Pennsylvania -- it's not cheap, but it's wonderful-tasting and better for you than the stuff you get at the local Wawa. Anyway, fun video as always!
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
When you make 3 meals a day and actually cook each meal, it's surprising how much dishes you create! It was terrible.
@ShellyCap9
@ShellyCap9 7 ай бұрын
I started making my own cleaners and furniture polish last year. So much better for me and the environment. I am always shocked seeing people buy water, like at Sams I see them loading up on water. I've always drank faucet water well heck even out of the hose when working out in the yard LOL. I do comparison shop for groceries mostly bc I have found walmarts meat options are not good quality. I typically look at all the discounts at kroger and their weekly loss leader for deals. But the biggest savings to groceries is to stop snacking and buying processed foods
@ritalawson7020
@ritalawson7020 6 ай бұрын
Water filters clean water and boiling it first make it safe to drink
@theshelbypalace
@theshelbypalace 7 ай бұрын
Great video! I didn’t even notice the window brightness you’re good! 😂
@anadomangue2732
@anadomangue2732 2 ай бұрын
I am a frugal shopper, but I will spend more money on organic and grassfed food because in the long run, the food quality will extend my life span and lead to less medical bills
@debbic2055
@debbic2055 7 ай бұрын
I agree with you on most things but there is a difference in dishwasher detergent. I also bought store brand or the least expensive name brand. Then I ended up with some top of the line pods (three compartment). They work sooooo much better. For me worth the expense.
@skydvdan
@skydvdan 7 ай бұрын
El Augustin, another great video my friend. I'm always excited to wake up and find that you've uploaded a new video. My only question is on the dishwasher. Why or how is it saving you an hour a day? I fully expected you to say that you skipped using it because you would just wash your dishes immediately after using them, which for one person is only 5-10 minutes depending on the size of the meal times 3 meals. I would love to get some clarification on that one. I'm sure there is something I'm not considering.
@JohnAudioTech
@JohnAudioTech 7 ай бұрын
I was about to make the same comment. As a single person, I clean my plate and utensils right after I eat and it's ready for the next meal. It takes only a couple minutes. If you let them sit dirty, it is harder to clean.
@skydvdan
@skydvdan 7 ай бұрын
@@JohnAudioTech with his amazingly frugal lifestyle this one really surprised me. But he has said before that there are some things that he is willing to pay for even if they might not fit the frugal mold. Maybe he just really hates washing dishes. :)
@susie-q96
@susie-q96 7 ай бұрын
He said he’s never had a dishwasher before. Maybe he’s taking advantage of the novelty for a little while. 😉
@skydvdan
@skydvdan 7 ай бұрын
@@susie-q96 I believe that.
@ElAgustin
@ElAgustin 7 ай бұрын
I cook pretty much every meal at home and it uses lot of dishes. I actually cook good food too which makes me use multiple pans, knives, cutting boards, etc with raw meat and stuff. I used to enjoy washing dishes, but it was so time consuming!
@ladieessence
@ladieessence 7 ай бұрын
Sometimes quality cost more. You can taste the difference.
@levi_adao_bjj
@levi_adao_bjj 7 ай бұрын
I really like minimalism and I'm incorporating in my life little by little. One thing that I don't agree with the video was about groceries, I try to get the best I can afford (organic, grass fed, pasture raised, etc) because I believe my health is my priority. Also, water in the US is not really good for you because it has fluoride and I try to avoid as much as I can.
@gildg9625
@gildg9625 7 ай бұрын
very good content, thank you for your work! Coming from Germany I drink tap water too but was not able to do this in the US. It was full of chlorine and I had problems to drink it. But cheers if you like it.
@kyungshim6483
@kyungshim6483 6 ай бұрын
Here in Canada some genetic brands actually taste better than name brands. That is not generally the case. So, I shop genetic only when the taste to price ratio difference makes it worthwhile.
@bigshotadventur18
@bigshotadventur18 4 ай бұрын
10:32 my Kia picanto going strong now since 2017, no issues
@NatasaJanser
@NatasaJanser 3 ай бұрын
We love our Kia - it's very reliable!❤
@Giardintek
@Giardintek 7 ай бұрын
The biggest waste of your resources is daily take out food & coffee, I see this first hand. One of my siblings make good money, yet has nothing to his name, other than a phone and a PS4, He eats out several times a day, including morning coffee/bagel, etc. Even tho I make like 2 pots of coffee every morning. He could just have free coffee at home. We also cook daily, yet he eats out almost every day. Whenever he buys food to make, it is brand name and organic, Usually the most expensive stuff on the shelf. We keep telling him not to be a victim of consumerism and to park his credit card, which is already maxed out, not to mention student loans and money he borrows from me.
@CourtneyRobinson
@CourtneyRobinson 6 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Window no problem.
@jamesr1703
@jamesr1703 7 ай бұрын
The only thing that you do now that goes against your whole philosophy is that new dishwasher. You live alone! If you run your dishwasher everyday on dishes for only yourself, you are wasting expensive water and using expensive electricity. I was wash one fork, one knife, one spoon, one bowl and one plate and one glass after each meal and only have one or two pans that I use to cook. It takes about 5 minutes and uses a fraction of the water and electricity compared to running a dishwasher, even if you wait to fill it up with dishes.
@loriella6250
@loriella6250 7 ай бұрын
I don’t think he said he runs it daily. He did address daily time saved by not handwashing.
@asavannah7439
@asavannah7439 7 ай бұрын
My husband and I run our dishwasher maybe 3 times a month. Washing up by hand is easy
@thisisme3238
@thisisme3238 7 ай бұрын
He wouldn't have a lot of dishes living alone. 😊
@skydvdan
@skydvdan 7 ай бұрын
@@loriella6250 he did say it saves him about an hour a day.
@Jacquie_Kirk_111
@Jacquie_Kirk_111 7 ай бұрын
I live alone and have a dishwasher. I run it once a week. Also, it gets rid of GERMS. I'm shocked you'd wash dishes in a sink, and have bacteria infestation!
@alexanderlilov4913
@alexanderlilov4913 7 ай бұрын
Your percentages are kinda wrong this time, mate. For instance, the gym comparison, where one costs 10$ and the other 200$ - this is actually not 180 but 1900% difference!!!
@timheyer5660
@timheyer5660 4 ай бұрын
In Australia, Insert Alcohol ($10 at the pub)
@monpet8952
@monpet8952 7 ай бұрын
Shop at Aldi! Their prices run circles around WM
@violetrhyme6809
@violetrhyme6809 7 ай бұрын
you gave me some of the best advice ever; don't leave home without a full stomach and water bottle but please, please, please check your math on this one. almost none of that was percentages, it was actual price differences. and check your graphics. i like your channel. you have some very good advice but the math in this one ruins it for me.
@CAGChannel1
@CAGChannel1 7 ай бұрын
So, so many people are telling me that the Telluride is different, that Kia got it together. I’m like, dude, after getting screwed over by that tin can of a Sedona, I’ll pass , thank you very much.
@kwokweng76
@kwokweng76 7 ай бұрын
Great video Austin ❤
@radfoo72
@radfoo72 7 ай бұрын
That fart story reminded me why I stay subscribed. #Merica
@commonsenseisntcommon1776
@commonsenseisntcommon1776 7 ай бұрын
ALDI is even cheaper!
@kimivagatai8225
@kimivagatai8225 7 ай бұрын
I over spend on dog food. Pedigree is cheap but is junk food. I rather feed my dogs healthy than pay for Vets when they get sick
@georgeandrews2839
@georgeandrews2839 7 ай бұрын
You can dechlorinate water by letting it sit for three days in a closed jug. When you open the jug the chlorine will rise out as a gas.
@tiddlywinks456
@tiddlywinks456 7 ай бұрын
I used to be able to buy dishwasher powder here in Ireland but it’s discontinued and it’s all individual tablets now but I buy them in Aldi as they work as well as the leading brand are way cheaper.
@user-fc2xk3uv8y
@user-fc2xk3uv8y 5 ай бұрын
its genuinely infuriating to me because i have to shop at whole foods. theyre the only place that carries the best variety of allergen friendly foods. like i wish i didnt discover i had so many allergies its that bad. the information about clean water and especially the detail about flint is actually incorrect. not only does flint still not have clean water, but many communities do not have water considered safe for drinking running through their taps here in the states. i also dont know how people spend an entire hour hand washing their dishes. it takes me 20 minutes max 30 if there was a sunday dinner. im by no means anti dishwasher, i want one realbad but ive heard people say it saves them 2 hours to run the dishwasher. like what....
@seleciaa
@seleciaa 7 ай бұрын
I have a high deductible for my health insurance, about $4k, but my payments are very low. I live a healthy and active lifestyle, so all is good. :)
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