20 Things I Don't Buy Anymore (Minimalism & Saving Money)

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[@ron-stoppable-rejuvenation]

I love you bro ❤️. I'm between homes right now and this helps.

[@kaylachristensen]

On your point of new cars, I’m looking into buying my first car within the next two years or so, would you recommend getting a used car from a dealership or off of something like facebook marketplace? I’m 21 and have never gone through the process of buying a vehicle and I’ve been watching your channel for a while and wanted to get your opinion

[@ariannarenteria3170]

Do you know about their out of country coverage?

[@paaramjoy2878]

Only promotion video 😹📸 o to

[@BK12344]

u made it so u dont have to live like tht anymore, its ok to spend some. this is more for ppl who's trying to be on the come up

[@Nicole-zv7ee]

Using the library always saves me a lot of money. I don't have Netflix or Audible or any other types of those services. The library has books, audiobooks, cookbooks, music cds, movies, tv shows, & magazines. All for free. You just need a library card, which is also free.

[@bert1974]

I almost agree, the library card cost €59,- a year. Wich is very cheap for you can read, see and learn.

[@Nicole-zv7ee]

@@bert1974 In the US, library cards are free.

[@thenerdymillennial]

The Libby app is a huge game changer!

[@peterq9359]

I'm kinda jealous that you found someone that shares the same frugal lifestyle tbh

[@Matt-yp7io]

yeh I hate getting great presents at xmas

[@chasemoray425]

As someone with a large net worth, I would never skimp on holidays. You take a lot of joy out of life losing the warmth of holidays.

[@patrickpruitt2542]

I'm with you, I love the holidays, but I don't think his point was don't buy gifts for others. I took it more as don't give someone a gift just because it's a day some one designated as a holiday.

[@khaichern]

You don't need gift to show that you care for someone.

[@CptEmotionlessVODS]

Making something is always cheaper and more endearing as it requires considerably more effort. Now I’m very adhd so I forget to even do that but it is a good way to save!

[@jahmek]

@@khaichern still, everyone likes to open presents especially on Christmas day. Imagine being the rich kid at school that got no presents when all the middle class kids are bitching about getting socks

[@Iqaverage]

As someone with an extremely small net worth, can you please give me 0.00000001 percent of your networth?

[@isaacdoupe2094]

The car is a deff a big one. I completely cut the car out of my life, moved closer to work and bike every day. Best choice I’ve made in years.

[@Enigmalake]

How do you visit friends and family? Grocery shop with bags.

[@murtadiycarrington8609]

Highly dependent on where you live. If you live in a rural area you'd definitely need one.

[@topofthegreen]

I have my groceries delivered by Amazon fresh and I to have ditch the car. I live close enough to work or I can do that. I save a ridiculous amount of money by not having a car.

[@381delirius]

​@@murtadiycarrington8609if you move closer to your job then no car is needed.

[@shenhue7041]

Im in europe, and i dont need a car... Everything is in walking distance....

[@NewCreation6123]

Be careful of buying used furniture. Couches , armchairs, beds can be carrying bedbugs.

[@dericofdorking]

Oh goodness that would be a nightmare 😢

[@Leci1877]

Scabies as well

[@carolineosterman2420]

A note that staying at Airbnb is actively contributing to housing shortages. Every Airbnb takes housing away from locals.

[@RockandRhodeChickens]

Massive corporations buying up all the housing in cities they don't live in and mass immigration getting taxpayer money to pay top dollar rent. That is the problem.

[@larryc1616]

Airbnb here in SoCal costs more than the average hotel/motel and requires long term multiple weeks or at least 1 month. Totally not worth it now.

[@dydocdeslife]

things Gabe don't buy :o 1. travel 2. souvenirs 3. expensive supplements 4. investing in things that he doesn't understand 5. promotional stuff 6. memberships 7. new baby clothes :p 8. expensive phone plans 9. new tech 10. expensive streaming services 11. new cars 12. presents 13. seasonal decorations 14. excessive home decors 15. new furnitures/appliances 16. brand name wut did i miss out :O

[@ecosebtransitionetresilien1218]

Same thing here, I count 17 only. You are missing "Expensive gadgets", just after "New Tech" Thanks anyway.

[@ShoppingwithRina]

Thank u

[@jeanjones1211]

Only buy reduced items.

[@shakthidhasan4544]

Crikey! Never realised i was already a minimalist. Had already done all on the list.

[@ophyjenkins8283]

@@shakthidhasan4544 It is bonkers when you are looking for ways to cut expenses, and you are already doing everything you can. I mean what else can you cut out? If we don't spend what is on this list, can you imagine how much money we would be spending? That is mind-blowing.

[@Ernge_Juice]

You hit my weakness.. buying things just because it’s on sale

[@goodyangie1]

I have a rule for this.... if I still love it imagining its at a full price then I still get it. It's something about seeing that sale tag that makes someone excited.

[@thewisceeeggg1624]

"If you start thinking that you are smarter than you are..." In most areas of life will cause problems.

[@10Tendie]

Some good general tips here, but you have to remember to live and enjoy life as well. What is life without a treat every now and then or showing an act of kindness by giving a present. Driving the car I do puts a smile on my face every time I start it up. Those things are what life is really about. Yes, you don't save every nickel, but then again, if you save every nickel you'll be missing out on a lot. Life is short. Enjoy it as long as you are also putting plenty away for a rainy day and aren't financially strapped.

[@madcannagrow2833]

I totally agree I ride my ninja every day, I know my tires and cheap and it’s dangerous but I love it and im okay on spending unnecessary money because It makes me feel so happy every time I hear my exhaust or feel the bikes power I smile from ear to ear and thats actually priceless to me. Your so right about living some people forget they cant take money with them once dead

[@hyrumsmith102]

This is awesome. Now I just need a “how to get your wife to subscribe to minimalist living” video.

[@thorsrensen3162]

women dont like minimalistic living, they want to consume and spend a lot of money to impress their friends.

[@PeterParker-ff7ub]

how do you get a wife

[@jamesritz2342]

@@PeterParker-ff7ubby having a personality and hobbies

[@mr.wiiick2772]

😂

[@barry5138]

Nearly all spending is driven by women. Zero accountability or common sense

[@dayulPH]

This video is so pwoerful. Serves a great reminder for me as well to value my money more and be more cautious to not fall for traps that make me spend money when not necessary.

[@rebekahpolanco3017]

Thanks to your recommendation my husband and I switched to Mint Mobile! It feels so good to pay less, and pay for several months at a time and not worry about it anymore. And it works great for us!

[@katechen9458]

I stopped buying souvenirs for many years, but I travel light and sometimes, I would buy items from stores the local people usually go. I bought sandals and threw the old one away in Argentina, a t-shirt in Greece (too hot and ran out of clean clothes), a turtle lunch bag in Hawaii Walmart to take the fresh seafood salad from a port store which only opened for a few hours in the morning, a sheep-oil lotion in Australia (ran out of my lotion, same brand in the local grocery store but much cheaper than the one in the tourist place), and a few more items like this. After the trips, I have something I use often to remind me the places and bring me a smile without wasting money and collecting dust.

[@TheLoveMiku]

Thats a really good idea

[@alexxxlopez94]

Thanks for the tip on appliances! About to move and was stressing out on how expensive everything is!

[@mysticallavish1360]

All the tips are great, thank you!

[@madt99]

I’ve lost thousands of dollars for thinking that I’m smarter that I actually am 😂😂

[@leetuki8166]

Great tips thank you, I do a lot of what you shared but there were some ideas I hadn’t thought of I.e. shopping spring phone provider and cutting my online subscriptions Netflix etc

[@srtdetonator5272]

I have a 5 gallon bucket that I fill in the shower to use to flush the toilet. A lot of us waste a ton of money down the drain waiting for the water to warm. My water bill is now lower

[@grant3363]

I don't know about the presents one... When the kids get older they are definitely going to hold a grudge from you just wanting to save a few extra bucks instead of getting them something they wanted to have fun with or enjoy and not just a necessity they need for a sport or something.

[@vdd1001]

He really is right about presents being a scam and basically forced on us so companies can sell more. One thing that I can remember from my childhood is presents and how excited I was to get them though so I don't agree with that tip either, once they're like teenagers you can stop

[@dennis07reyes]

@@vdd1001presents are not a scam, since you get what you paid for. They might be unnecessary, sure, but not a scam.

[@curiouslegend1696]

Yeah.. may be cheap present will do for the children.

[@networth00]

Kids need to be taught about money. Start early. Buy them something they want/need, but it doesn't have to be at birthday or Christmas time.

[@Jane-rh7tc]

I agree, if kids grow up knowing their parents have the money but are just too cheap to get them something they really want (not to show off but simply really like), they may end up being the exact opposite when they grow up, over-buying everything that they couldn't get during their childhood because their parents are too cheap to spend the $$. I know some ppl would argue the kids may grow up being the same as the parents, but there's 50% chance they could end up being the opposite. I like being frugal too, otherwise I wouldn't be watching this video, but I don't believe we should force this idea on others around us just because they are my family, especially our kids who don't have the financial freedom to make the decision themselves yet.

[@bernadettecraft6180]

Love your insite and tips.. I strive to live small and have more time and energy for what matters..

[@Craigbn981]

I'm finding more and more that hotels are cheaper than Airbnb these days, at least in Australia.

[@devinkipp4344]

And less hassle, my last two airbnbs were a safety hazard

[@freezemanfrost]

Very well done! This is so much me, could been mee! 😃

[@suhartojati6427]

Thats advice looks great ,, thanks Mr.Gabe :)

[@wealthhacker]

1:21 I started collecting piggy banks for every city we visited. After buying like 12 of them, I was like... Where in the he$$ am I going to display these???" And that was the last of me buying souvenirs.

[@100HOLYGHOST]

Love THIS. Thanks.

[@kalliemj]

i don't buy suveniers like magnets or other dumb stuff but i always try to buy something that is handmade like buying a painting or a wool sweater. I used to live in Scandinavia so when I visit there I try to get wool sweaters which are handmade and are specifically made in that country with specific methods and designs to the region. This is a great way to support the local economy and to have something that you like and will keep forever.

[@johnascialpi5247]

Hi just wanted to know where you could find cool sweaters etc like that there?

[@BookMaven9]

When we travel our big purchase is an ornament. We look at them every year and remember that trip. That’s all we buy pretty cheap

[@conniepleasantnails]

Great tips 😊

[@andriigorevych2011]

Fantastic video. It is so appealing to me. I am not buying everything you talk about but most of it! Definitely, it is thumbs up video!

[@karendobbs8153]

Great advice.

[@HannesDroid]

Watching this video made me finally terminate my expensive mobile data plan (45€ per month), it will end in exactly 1 month already. Willl then switch to a much more reasonable and affordable plan for 22€ a month. I wanted to do this for so long but it was too convenient to not work through this. Now I did right after randomly watching your video. Thanks! 😊

[@GabeBult]

Let’s go!

[@BiTriKey]

Yes, that’s exactly what will make you a billionaire.

[@swampcastle8142]

Travel is a funny one. People travel accross the globe, but don't bother exploring the area near to where they live.

[@cristiannaJ126]

My husband and I gave up gifts for each other after we bought our house. We started putting all that money toward experiences together. Now we do a few larger trips each year, typically on our birthdays. So not really “saving” but putting the money elsewhere for a memory.

[@user-Vamp1]

Excellent video!

[@felipetrebilcock5477]

This should be call, how to save money when you are rich

[@ryant3556]

As per usual, great video! I have to figure out a way to get my entertainment expenses lowered.

[@demoticshadow2494]

Saved up payed off debt. Than bought model 3 cash best decision ever been 4 years and haven't had to service it yet!!!

[@SaSo-zt8qd]

Super cool Video! And it’s a very sustainable way of living.

[@mrathletik214]

We stopped spending money on Christmas gifts and instead give what we can afford to local charity groups so families that need/want to buy things for their kids can maybe do so. We also ask our family members to do the same instead of giving us "stuff".

[@msmtpc25]

Hi Gabe i love your contents. I hope you can teach us more about real state. Like you I am a parent who wants to have more time with my family. & im really interested in learning more about investing in real state. Thank you

[@jamesstratton4488]

Thanks!

[@kenniron6313]

Just start taking pictures of the trinkets at tourist shops and frame them. Woo

[@johnwouters9835]

great video and content, i didnt know about the dinged appliances! tx

[@NaveenAlpha]

i agree. instead of souvenirs, i now buy extremely cheap fridge magnets.

[@hanifaisal5985]

I have seen all ur vids its great jeep it up

[@GabeBult]

Thanks 🙏

[@JTstuff1]

yay, a video on Friday

[@TimBrownYoutube]

How many sponsors can you fit into one video? Holy crap

[@edem418]

It started off so good and then turned into "eh i don't like it so we will rob out child of that experience" real quick

[@SeptemberChild1835]

Bro?

[@mbyrd6713]

Thanks for the tips, I’ll definitely use them ❤

[@iamcoriarnold]

Spending less isn't always a sacrifice when you don't need the stuff. I've found that when I get rid of lots of stuff, I feel so much better. Living below your means is the most fundamental advice in personal finance, because it works.

[@philparisi9175]

Oh, you got a find a way to be occasionally frivolous and I think buying your daughter a birthday present is just fine or putting up a menorah around the holiday is just fine. Has nothing to do with wastefulness. I think you’re missing something on that level you don’t have to be extravagant, but you know what I mean that seems a little bit extreme and kind of weird to be honest with you.

[@captngravity]

Decluttering is amazing. It feels so good because my house actually stays organized.

[@Immanuelmsa]

Thank you Gabe..

[@simonhuggett3598]

My wife and I buy one new Christmas decoration each year. We do however make it a quality item. Similarly with clothes, buy one quality item and put two items in the charity box. Helps reduce your wardrobe!!!

[@filipinaforeigner]

Thank you

[@chely452]

Would you consider making a video on how to reap the rewards of travel benefits and how to properly set it up in order to “rinse and repeat”? Thank you! 😁

[@patriciayauger9535]

You are so right, on everything, nice video. Thank you.😂

[@derekg4534]

PSA Be careful with second hand couches or apolstered furnsture.... bed bugs will cost you a lot in exterminator fees

[@mysticallavish1360]

Switching to cheaper phone plan tomorrow, thank you. I have cut down to only subscribe to Premium KZbin, from 4 different streaming movie/video apps. My hubby refuses to buy used cars...so i guess that wont change, he said its more safe, im like ok. ❤

[@DavidDavisDH]

I love Mint Mobile, I switched from Net10 $35 to $15 a month. I do most of this stuff!

[@rebacarmack8335]

I ordered a pair of Hoka running shoes $160 orig from Poshmark for $40- look like new! Pays to look at several options but some fantastic deals to be had!

[@mrk131324]

One thing is true: As a business traveler you hardly ever pay for you private travel, plus you get upgrades everywhere.

[@jjuniper274]

Love this!!

[@ltopofmindwithterri]

I've own a total of 4 cars my entire life and I've been driving for 40 years. All of them new. My first one lasted just 7 yrs (in the 80's) and was not reliable. I still own 2 of the remaining 3. Sold 13 yrs old Civic to a friend for their college bound kid. 2015 Civic has low miles and will last another 15 yrs and my pride and joy 1992 Toyota pick up has just 130k miles on it and runs like a top (and you can always use a truck). Intentionality is the key when purchasing anything, especially vehicles. Gifts for us have become donating to charities via a game we play. Gives us something to do that is fun and a charity benefits. Better for the environment to get used, dinged items vs they end up at the landfill.

[@msCarmell99]

In my travels... I only buy ref magnets that could easily be stored on my ref door and remind me of the places I've been... 😅😅😅

[@susan6841]

My mom,sister and I years ago stopped buying Christmas gifts for each other. It took so much stress off it was unbelievable. Grandkids are the exception.

[@ltopofmindwithterri]

Getting "ripped off" can also help support local artists. If I get a souvenir, it is a cool piece of art that I got from someone making art in the streets, etc. This can help individuals, especially those living in poorer countries than ours. Very selective, though.

[@ronniep9272]

exactly, if you never bought anything the world would never go around.

[@jyanalice]

you earned my sub,. new subie here 🥰 Thanks a bunch for sharing..

[@bryankasper8567]

On the last point. This is true for a lot of stuff. I shop local as much as I can. Not only because it's usually higher quality but also because the money is going back into my local community as much as possible.

[@cadmuscassey]

I love this video, I also have started doing so much too and it’s helpful

[@janemuses3031]

Some great reminders on practical ways to save money. For Christmas this year, we just each shopped for things we needed that month, then when the Amazon boxes came in, I wrapped them up sight unseen and put them under the tree and randomly distributed them. So the surprise was what was in the box. It was kinda kooky and hilarious as everyone got the experience of opening up presents - it just might not be theirs LOL.

[@tina_about]

People buy a lot of things that we don't need, just to prove to someone that we are better than others, or coze its for a sale or ect How to become a minimalist? I am very interested in this topic, I want to try to live as a real minimalist for at least a year to understand if it is really mine.

[@godskisonsunday]

The photo you took is really beautiful.

[@christiS907]

You live like we ALL did in the 70s. We did get a few Christmas presents. It was when we got clothes and boots we needed and a few toys. My parents had their fridge x40 years !!! They got a new one bc they were afraid it would die. And the new one lasted 4! We had one car growing up . Went on one trip for 4 nights per year. My sil doesn’t understand how we all grew up then but it worked.

[@mooshway2000]

Same. Except we rarely went away and that was a shame- we go away more with our kids and tend to camp.

[@WatchingGiligan-hv1jy]

Agree. No one unless rich brought much. We were all too busy living to care about stuff.

[@lindaripp5902]

Thanks

[@CL-mu2wk]

I think with new cars, *it depends*. If you just need a car to get you from point A to point B, I feel that it's worth getting a cheap new sedan with a good warranty, if you can afford it. I did that with my Elantra 4 years ago (paid it off in 2.5 years). Probably gonna drive that thing for another decade, at least.

[@juliem.3936]

You haven't gotten rid of it because it has sentimental value to you (your FIRST trip). No worries! It's okay to keep it. Just display it for the story it provides and not keep it in the closet.

[@GabeBult]

It doesn’t really mean much to me, though honestly. I think I just keep forgetting to donate it.

[@kartikprasad4359]

Sorry, I can’t do the AirBNB.

[@somebody69747]

Awesome video! Looking to start bodybuilding and been thinking about what supplements to get. Did a search if you really need supplements and found out you don't need them if you have a good diet with the required proteins! Will save a lot of money in the long run for me! Thanks XD

[@b2200mlb]

Plain creatine monohydrate if nothing else. Not terribly expensive & can help you look fuller. I can link you a couple videos if you're interested. Other than that, you're on the right track!

[@somebody69747]

@b2200mpb After thinking bout that I thought of getting it all from red meat you know so I can eat more haha. Thanks tho!

[@b2200mlb]

@@somebody69747 pretty sure that's a ton of red meat if I remember correctly but I get it

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I wanted to love Mint Mobile so badly. We switched to it for a year, and the price was great, but the service in our area was abhorrent. It just didn't work. Now we do an ATT prepaid plan that's about $28/mo per phone after taxes. A bit more, but the service actually works.

[@sweetchilli1077]

Tips are awesome. Finances Unfiltered talks above my head so this is more practical. Although I do love to challenge myself with your other channel.

[@lindsey361]

Thankyou baby clothes and toys even if you hate 2end hand just have a look there is more than enough new stuff out there.

[@reneeelias9514]

I get my jeans from thrift stores. I am in my 50’s pre lycra in jeans age. I like stiff jeans so thats where i find them. Win win. Never had a new car. I have wasted so much money on stupid frivilous purchases. Now i am downsizing and i find those material things don’t bring me joy.

[@Itsbenjamincarver]

Hey Gabe, you should put a link to that meal prep you buy in the description. Affiliate links for days my guy

[@GabeBult]

They don’t have them lol but yea I can try to find one

[@JazzyArtKL]

Good list! Just multivitamine. I'm not going to use meal replacements. They don't work.

[@stephtraveler7378]

Careful w Airbnb. They have filter cheaper places out to get you to spend more. Their algorythms are complex. I've stopped using them and started dealing direct with local companies.

[@giancarlodulanto2668]

They get you with the cleaning fees.

[@epcalderhead]

@@giancarlodulanto2668 The cheap glory days of AirBnB is gone. Sometimes a hotel is just more convenient.

[@kalebjones8616]

Love most things you talk about! But the holiday thing is a no from me 😅

[@motoki1]

Mint is the way

[@phantomxx1000]

Lets go the box the best distraction

[@Phlegethon]

Problem with cars is sometimes there’s an emergency

[@IevgeniiIegorushkov]

That's fun to see how people discover themself a way of life that I was forced to live for decades. You really don't need much to feel good. 🖖

[@pkdude5334]

It's funny that you show the BMW i7 because the very next video on my "Watch later" list is SavageGeese's review of that very car.

[@davidmilhouscarter8198]

10:10 A previous occupant of my house left behind a fake Christmas tree. I set it up every year.

[@christophertolman7023]

That was great.

[@free2roam492]

I agree with the gifts idea. Years ago we agreed to not do gifting and holiday decor. We are living more minimal and intentional. We are at the stage of our life if we NEED something we just go get it and it sure is nice not to have to dust or find a place for those seasonal items. ❤

[@ExAnimoPortugal]

I am with you on the cars, but I'm also a car enthusiast, so I'll add a few ways you can be a car enthusiast on a budget: - learn to do basic maintenance. Replacing bulbs, wipers, filters, oil changes, replacing brake pads. This is all stuff you can do in your drive way. - don't waste money on car washing and detailing. It's fine if you do it here and there if you don't have the time, but remember - no one will take better care of your car than yourself.

[@brian_voll]

I ended up buying a new Bolt EUV last year. I rationalized it by knowing I'd get both a state and federal Electric vehicle tax rebate. I got a free outlet installation in my garage for it, adding value to my house. I exclusively charge it at home, and during the night - so I'm saving a lot of money on gas and oil changes. I was happy with my old car, but I think long-term, this EV is better financially. I've also had Apple Watches throughout the years, though I think my Apple Watch Ultra that I bought early last year might be my last. It did its job getting me motivated to workout, today I'm regularly working out and staying very active. I still like it, but it's just another thing I have to charge every day.

[@dustinolan1083]

You got me there, using rock as a deo, I was like, "huh?"

[@atix50]

Lol - Gabe just described Adulting! 🤣