15 Money Wasters I'll Never Buy Again! Save Thousands!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

How about you? What do you refuse to spend money on? Have you LIKED, SUBSCRIBED or COMMENTED yet? Your support is greatly appreciated:)

[@kimwieczorek1879]

I stopped buying: makeup, jewelry, purses, wallets, shoes, massages, nails, european facials.. around 10 yrs. now. Now I have more $$$, paid off mortgage, no car payment, no ccard bills🎉❤

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

@@kimwieczorek1879 WOW! That is amazing! Learning to do my own hair is on my bucket list this year, not just because of the money, but the time it takes from my day.

[@elainestallard3360]

Hi Carrie. I agree with all the items you refuse to spend your money on. Great video once again❤ Thank you!!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you:)

[@theresashull4850]

Carrie, I am so happy to see this video! I'm so tired of everywhere that I go someone or something wants me to spend money. I just refuse and I agree with everything that you talked about. You are so right about the concerts! It amazes me the amount of money that parents spend for their daughters to see that one singer. (You know the one that sings about breakups. Lol) I love your videos and I just wanted to say this. Have a great day and keep the videos coming so that I can remind myself that I am still normal in this crazy world.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Oh wow! Thank you so much! You have really encouraged me this morning!! Keep not being normal! It is way more fun that way:)

[@theresashull4850]

@CarrieOnCoaching I think you are right. I guess we're NOT the normal ones! Lol

[@carlenerosinski5095]

I have to agree with your husband on the name brands. Not only do they get free advertising but in purchasing their brand, I am actually paying them to advertise their goods! Quality without the name brand is possible!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Amen!!

[@lisarhoades3559]

Great video!! I do everyone of these too - so refreshing to hear it’s not just me! The only thing I bought is are some cute ceramic pumpkins for Fall. Oh and I bought a hanging basket with artificial flowers and I promise looks real - I just hang in the garage during the winter 😂

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you so much! really do need to get some pretty, artificial plants that look real:)

[@sallywhite1012]

Love your funny little comments after each tip. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this ❤

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you so much!

[@SharonR1105]

This was a great list. I'm trying to give up sugar and soda this year, addiction is real. However, there is one thing I won't budge on and that is First Class airline tickets. If I can't do First Class, I won't fly. Period. I will give up other things, so that I can fly this way. The airline seats have gotten ridiculously small (and I'm not a big person), and I'm just not into sitting next to someone who doesn't shower, or is obviously sick.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!! That is great that you know what has value to you. That is actually one of my financial goals too!! Right now the thrifty side of me always takes control when I’m booking airfare, but if I were flying a longer flight where I would need to sleep, I would pay the price for comfort!!

[@OlhaTaylor-wr8hl]

Thank you ever so much for your video. I agree with everything you have said! Just love it!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

You are so welcome:). I’m glad you liked it!

[@lizzabbott]

Terrific video ! Really enjoyed it, Carrie ! Thank you! I had my iPhone 6 for FOREVER until it konked out ! And my couch ? 25 years old! Was an investment at the time ( two grand) & it paid off! Still super comfortable. However, itz needed - & has had - a nice slip cover now for seven years or more. No plans for a new couch any time soon! I DO spend $ on theatre tix ! Broadway musicals & concerts are my hobby ! But I know I can’t / won’t see everything I want to, & that’s fine. Finally seeing a B’way tour of Hamilton soon , after eight years of wanting to. Prices for it have finally calmed down. What I saved on not seeing it sooner, is going to a verrry expensive Joni Mitchell concert ! She’s my absolute favorite, & it’s been 45 years since I saw her at age 19! It’s expensive ( plus I have to travel for it!). But thankfully.. I, too save on refusing to pay for cable, plants, sporting events & decorations. I’m not a fan of Halloween. Keep these wonderful videos coming ! Liz

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!! It seems like you have figured out what is important to you and you stick to it. There is so much power in that!! My husband would love to see Joni Mitchell!! As a songwriter himself, he has been greatly influenced by her. Enjoy the concert and Hamilton! Get your monies worth out of both and make some great memories!!

[@lorifarina646]

How scary is it that I AGREE with every single item you mentioned! Unfortunately, with the economy now, the fees and interest is harder to manage but I am working diligently to get that fixed! And, as for Halloween, I never liked it either and do not celebrate it. Same for New Years Eve… I always call it amateur night……Since every one who barely goes out all year, feels a need to go out that night….& it’s so crowded, and too expensive to enjoy the evening. A home party is a lot better! Good list ! keep up the good info.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I love finding my tribe of likeminded people:). Thanks for the encouragement!!

[@debbiea9262]

I actually agree with everything 😅 I do have 4 plants but I know I can keep them going. I don’t buy hanging flowers for the same reason.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I would love to have a house full of beautiful plants, but I just kill them so I decided to just quit!! If you can keep you indoor plants alive and pretty, enjoy them!!

[@P4ULAC]

Ditto on the plant front - I’m a horrific plant mama. We have great free TV services here in Australia. I agree with all except concert/movies - probably once a year for me, but I love the experience and the special time going to KU concerts with my grown daughter.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I get that! I still will do movies with my son when he wants to go because they are special to him.

[@ofirafurhang3162]

Great video Carrie! I agree with you on 14 out of the 15 points. I love house plants and have had them for over 15 years! So for me there is value in them and I don’t continue to invest because my house plant f thrive and I even use their “babies” as gifts to friends and family. I’m also fortunate to be married to a very handy guy, no extended warranty here. Keep up all this great content!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I envy your ability to not only take care of house plants, but also to give their babies away!! That is a gift. One day, I will not be plant killer!! LOL!

[@marzenacieplinska1510]

Great video, I agree with you on everything! Thank you!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you so much!

[@AdelinaShamoon-Ph.D]

Wise lady. Thank you!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!!

[@sandyshoals7565]

Great advice. I agreed with every single item you listed & have long ago cut out any of the few I would occasionally indulge in, like the occasional concert. The closest thing I ever had to cable was something called "AirBox" for $11 a month. It would get a dozen or so extra channels & you could pause the screen & fast-forward through ads. Unfortunately, they went out of business. With common sense like this, I predict you will have a golden KZbin plaque in record time!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you for the comment!! You have made my day!!

[@sandyshoals7565]

@@CarrieOnCoaching Hello. I saw your comment this morning and thought I'd share 2 personal hygiene items I never spend money on. And I'm finally getting to it :) 1. Deodorant because it's full of chemicals. Especially aluminum which has been linked to Alzheimer's. I've been absentminded my whole life so that's the LAST thing I need! For almost 20 years I've been using fresh lemon juice instead. Recently discovered at the local monthly market a lady who sells a handmade magnesium spray infused with/ lavender oil which I now spray behind the lemon as topical magnesium is more effective when sprayed where hair follicles are present. The spray extends the effectiveness of the lemon juice also since I'm in S. Texas. Lol. 2. Mouthwash because the chemicals in it kill the beneficent bacteria in the mouth that protect from cavities & the like. Instead, I use hydrogen peroxide or a baking soda & water solution at night, depending on what I eat. They also let me wake up without much of a yucky taste in my mouth, if any & brush with fluoride-free toothpaste. Sorry if I come off a bit obsessive with health & stuff. I'm really not. These are things I've gradually adopted over the decades. Have a good 'un!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

@@sandyshoals7565 I agree with you! I refuse to use antiperspirant because of the aluminum. I use a healthy deodorant only and protect my brain and breasts!! I also refuse to use fluoride toothpaste or pay for fluoride treatments at the dentist. But I pay a lot more to avoid all of those things!! Totally worth it though!

[@JamesBrown-nu2kt]

Excellent, keep it coming 😊

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!

[@DebbieKeirstead]

I agree on everything you said.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!

[@TourPace]

I agree with most of these except soda...we buy a case of diet 7-UP weekly as our go-to evening drink. 100% healthier and affordable than wine. Wine, though I love it, is unhealthy in any dose and much more expensive. We also don't go to many concerts, but if we do - it has to be 1) an artist we've loved for a long time and 2) splurge on good seats. Without good seats, you may as well be sitting at home watching on TV. Finally, I have 2 things to add to the list: paper plates and paper towels. We got rid of both 4 years ago and haven't missed them at all!

[@audreyandrea460]

Pop is not 100% healthier than wine. Pop is junk. I don’t touch it. I don’t drink wine either but I don’t consider it junk. I don’t drink anything but water in evenings.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I agree about the paper plates!! I avoid throw away items as much as possible. I hate the waste. I haven't made the switch yet to no paper towels, but I have the desire to do so. Im glad you have found a balance for your evening treat. And yes, if you are going to spend money on a special event, make sure your view of it is worth it or just stay home!! LOL! Thanks for your response!

[@juliebee61]

have to disagree that any type of soda is healthier than alcohol. Alcohol isn't healthy, but sugar and fake sugar are poison!😢

[@believeingood]

I read there is a link between aspartame in diet drinks and alzheimers. I would rather have the odd glass of normal soda a couple of times a month than drink diet soda every day.

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

When our grown daughter and I went to New York 6 years ago, we both bought beautiful leather Kate Spade luggage tags for $20 as our souvenirs. One of her best friends was working in the design department for Kate Spade at the time so it was the reason for the designer label. Our oldest son was living on the beach in Florida when he got married and my daughter in law and I got toe rings hand crafted by a jeweler while we were there and wore them on their wedding day and wearing them still.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Those are both great reminders of fun memories! I love it!!

[@TheImperfectReader]

We left Wells Fargo due to the fees. Since going to small business owner not having that direct deposit any more. Too much to keep up with my daily balance when not main account.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I’m leaving them too! Tired of the fees and bad service.

[@kristalhance5932]

I bought one new car in my lifetime, in 2003. Never again! I made one payment on it and was rear ended…18k worth of damage and the insurance company didn’t total it, but rebuilt the whole thing up to (and including) the front seat instead. But…the “Golden Goddess” is still going at 325k. I love her!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Wow!! 325k miles?!?!? You make my my van look new!!

[@kristalhance5932]

@ the body of my Camry will disintegrate before it stops running! It’s become a thing!

[@jaynewarriner7214]

This was good

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you!

[@maryl234]

I refuse Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Peacock, and whatever else is out there to stream. I watch KZbin or read a book at night. And no Amazon Prime. No concert I have paid for since 2015. $300+ for AC/DC this coming May. Just dumb. I hate sports - I would rather spend the time myself exercising vs. watching overpaid dingdongs run around - live or on TV. My phrase is: I would rather pad my own pockets than those of the rich. I need the money more than they do.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

It sounds like you are on a great path!! And I agree!!

[@Mimi-ni3il]

Nice video. I work out at home too. I use free weights and a free KZbin channel to follow great weight workouts for free. Women in their 50s are advised to lift weights. Cardio is not enough!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Thank you! I love working out at home and would be less likely to keep up with it if I had to go to a gym. I agree lifting weights is no longer an option but a must!! Intense cardio sets me back in so many ways. Walking and weights are for me:)

[@TheImperfectReader]

We do healthy snacks for Halloween but I get what you are saying.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

If I did Halloween, it would be with healthy snacks too!!

[@riccibeck1010]

Eeek! I need to maybe adopt some of these as I’m a poster child for over-buying and decorating for the holidays…All the holidays. Of course I’m paying for that now because I don’t have room to store everything. Definitely need to pay down my debt as I pay way too much in fees, etc. I also need to avoid gambling. It’s been my major downfall since my mom passed away. I took care of her for 19 years and have been a little lost since. At least I do a decent job on not paying for fast food, seldom buy soda or juice, cable…🤣 I’ll take the win.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

The important thing is one thing at a time. You don’t have to change it all at once. Make little victories and you will be empowered to do more.

[@aishasumler7246]

I love going to the movies, but don't go often

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I love going when it is a fun experience, but the old run down theaters just ruin it for me. Saves me money though:)

[@ritaowens7378]

Supporting the Local YMCA is totally worth it. Not only motivational but helps support communities. Our grandchildren need to see us care children in our areas that are less fortunate. The local Y is such a positive influence. Rethink this one!!!!!!!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I totally agree!! That is a great organization to help.

[@bdsbethypoo]

Artificial sweeteners and “natural flavors” are not healthy. You are better off enjoying plain sparkling water. Topo-Chico is really refreshing!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I agree. My husband prefers Spindrift or homemade sparkling water to any of the others. I am cutting the natural flavors out of my life after learning of their negative effects. Thanks for sharing!

[@bdsbethypoo]

And thanks for your sage advice. Although I must admit that we differ when it comes to cars. We have always bought new and driven them into the ground. That seems to work for us. But I agree with most of your talk. I don’t understand the whole obsession with brand name expensive bags, for example. What’s up with that?

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

@@bdsbethypoo Thank you! The way you buy cars is the only way I would buy new. I have no issue with that. My problem is when people buy and trade-in over and over. It makes no sense to me. If I were to ever buy new it would be with the purpose of driving the car til it died.

[@prabhanegi5370]

Hi carrie on

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Hello!!

[@TheImperfectReader]

Walking pad...$100ish😅

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Totally worth the money for the extra health benefits:)

[@juliebee61]

get the permanent botanicals😂

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

@@juliebee61 lol!!

[@agatastaniak7459]

Not sure how it's going to make you feel like but...to me you sound a lot like pre- WWII upper class European. Since in Europe this is what we have been taught by our great grandparents and grandparents who for example still remembered times without ocean filled with plastic particles as well as clothes, cars and pieces of household equipment that lasted as few generations. As a Euopean I had a good few laughs when you commented on ways in which you and your huband are "maybe a bit odd" for US standards and laughed at myself that I'm just like you guys and I have my grannies and my aunts to blame or it.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

Lol, I hadn’t thought of that, but you are right. I was greatly influenced by my grandmother who lived through the Great Depression and my husband, being older than me, had parents who were influenced by it too. I think we would fit in better in Europe:)

[@Mindvirus-ly5ed]

Winning the lottery would not make me miserable. But throwing away $20+/month would. Phones. My phone was $99 and does eveything i need it to for $25/month. Even the cameras on cheap phones are better than many of the top of the line phones from just a couple of years ago. If photography is your thing, get a real camera. Sony makes very small mirrorless cameras for less than an iPhone. I don't pay for subcription software (eg, adobe). there are cheaper options to buy or download free.

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

I agree on the lottery!! If I could win without playing that would be awesome!!

[@jessb6555]

I agree for the most part but I’m a master gardener so…I have plants. 😂😂 but I do perennials and only buy annuals after they’ve gone 50% off or more. I absolutely agree with all your food comments. We don’t drink sugar. Full stop. I will say you might want to look into forever chemicals and bubble waters. I used to drink them all the time but have stopped that. PS after watching your 15,000 step video, I’ve started my own challenge to do it every day as a gift for my birthday on November 18th. So far, so good!

[@CarrieOnCoaching]

@@jessb6555 Thank you for your comments! I have been trying to make my own sparkling water more often now. I know it is a lot better than the canned stuff. I am so happy you are starting a walking challenge. Please let me know how it goes!!