25 Habits of Frugal People

[@SoulfulVeg]

My friends make fun of my frugality, but when I took a year off to travel, who had the last laugh? Now I learned to cut and color my own hair, fixed my own vacuum (cost $5 thanks to KZbin instruction), cook at home most days, drive an old car and downsized my house. I love taking trips around the world and having adventures, but otherwise, I live very simply.

[@shalondrasanford5449]

Wow, you managed to take a whole year off? You rock!! That's extremely inspirational. Where did you go? What was your savings plan? What bargains did you find? Tell me more!!

[@Ironsav2.0]

PROUD OF YOU!!

[@vanessapalomino2265]

This post made me realize...I could KZbin cooking "shows." Thanks!

[@kathyradford4048]

You rock!

[@CynthiaAva]

Inspiration!!!

[@davidwright4834]

I lived extremely frugally for years, then one day I discovered my savings had grown enough to sustain my frugal lifestyle well past my most optimistic life expectancy. At this point extreme frugality seemed silly, I now spend in ways that bring the most pleasure while still staying on a glide path that will allow my savings to last longer than I will. I now budget in ways that save me the most time, effort and give the most happiness.

[@cf8959]

When I was a kid, my mom taught us kids how to set up a tent. We would sleep out in the yard in our tents and had a blast doing it. She would take a blanket and we would all lay on it together. She showed us star constellations and planets. She knew a lot about astronomy. We loved it! It gave us time with my mom and was a teaching time with her, too. She helped us have love, respect and awe for our Creator. It’s one of the best memories I have with my mom. Every time I look up at the stars I think about what an incredible mom she was. I was so blessed. I miss my mom every day.

[@jeannebowes2898]

I earned mostly low wages my whole life but now I have a modest little house with no debt. MY furniture is at least thirty five years old . I have kept my chosen possessions in good shape.

[@barbaraleszczynski2214]

Jeanne Bowes God Bless you for living within your means. You have no debt and that is the best freedom! You must sleep well and deserve it!

[@classicrocklover5615]

Frugal people don't tie their sense of identity to THINGS. They recognize how influential Advertising and media companies are, and will limit their exposure, if necessary.

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

YES this! I moved to the country for this reason - now, a trip to the city is quite overwhelming & tiring because of all the in your face advertising EVERYWHERE! Super noticeable! Never noticed it when I was in the city - also we also notice sirens in the city! There's always sirens. In 3 years living in the country I have heard...wait for it....2 sirens. that's it. and you go stand out on the porch to investigate because it's so weird to hear one lol

[@twincherry4958]

Not usually...

[@leilanidru7506]

Classic rock Lover this is meeeeee😣😣😣 I need to learn to stop tying my indentities to the things I have and don’t have. But idk how to do that😭 especially being a sophomore in college and having friends/ a social circle who don’t even know what the word frugal means. But limiting what I watch (like beauty and lifestyle guru channels) and instead watching financial channels such as these has helped a whole lot.

[@stevealexander8010]

I just look as advertisements as amusement. "How can they say that w/o getting sued?" . I sometimes appreciate a ad that informs me, but that's rare and I never impulse-buy.

[@Elena-er7zp]

My first degree is in advertising. By my senior year, I didn't want it anymore. Advertising is a disgusting profession. They work to entice you to buy things. Their only goal in life. The more creative and manipulative you are, the more they congratulate you. It's all a load of bullshit. You're better off ignoring them altogether.

[@dnllmaurer1]

You made lots a really good points. I live a frugal life style myself. I started learning as a kid. It's one of the most valuable lessons to learn in life. If you have extra cash, it's much more satisfying to help a cause, person or animal that you believe will benefit, than buying something you don't need. Over my life, I've taken in several unwanted 2nd hand pets. Although it costs money, I'm very fortunate to have a low cost Vet clinic near by. I take them for medical care, nurse them to health & look after them. They're worth more than their weight in gold. They've filled my heart with lots of love, sincere appreciation, companionship & priceless laughs!

[@cristinaferreira2230]

I've been living the frugal life for the last 15 years it really works never give up.

[@MrEnergyCzar]

People confuse Frugal with being Cheap...

[@MandyGood]

What do you mean

[@jadecatgreen]

Example: My dad was so cheap he would dictate how many squares of t.p. we could use when going to the bathroom. That's cheap.

[@DP-jy2ge]

Cheap is when it becomes rigid and selfish. We should never impose our frugality on others. Guests, friends, relatives etc, should be treated.

[@tracyclingings2531]

@MrEnergyCzar ... There's a huge difference although I have called myself "cheap". Being a daddy's girl, I learned so many life lessons from him. I love quality over quantity. Family is #1 😊

[@happydays1336]

Cheap is a miserly attitude and frugal is managing your resources to get something better--paid for with cash, of course!

[@MeghansMoments]

Great tips! One more: Frugal people use their library!

[@mickeyrob7532]

I'm A Mom Too, Meghan My library has a book sale twice a year. I once walked out with 171 books for $1. Best day for me!

[@daniellamoreno3616]

I'm A Mom Too, Meghan i used almost all these principle ,I can't stand being at home all the time!!So do free or low cost entertainment things.

[@erisbeard3221]

Mickey Rob h

[@SNOWQueen87-v1g]

the frugal landlord Not all the time

[@Chrissyb007]

Mickey Rob I don’t believe you ... That’s just NOT possible 🤯

[@shortycareface9678]

I used to buy lunch before and my money basically flew away. Now I bring my own lunch and it has saved me a lot of money.

[@jenniferdavis2110]

And coffee...i refuse to buy it.i make my own!

[@Europa1749]

It really does. If you get coffee and buy lunches out during your work day, you can easily spend over $300 a month!

[@shartman2150]

Who throws away change???? OMG that's crazy!! We once took a whole bin of change to the bank and got about $200. I can't imagine throwing it away.

[@kathyradford4048]

S Hartman I do not believe her when she says people do that

[@paulallison6689]

Kathy Radford I beieve her 100% on it!...because there *are* people out there that'll throw *all* of their coins away & not bat an eye over it! I've seen many people do it myself!

[@rosaliesemrau7709]

S Hartman a friend of mine always collected change that people threw on the ground and soon they just gave her their spare change, cursing how they hated spare change in their pockets. she kept putting it in a container and ending up buying a $600 show saddle. that proved to me that perseverance of saving and what can be accomplished by saving over a long time.

[@renee95581]

@@kathyradford4048 My millennial do! They 'don't' like to carry cash or change! Who are these people?? I've always heard picking up change from the ground lets the universe know that you are open to more wealth! My local Kroger store told me that the Coinstar machines don't take real silver coins...I check the receptical EVERY time i go...98% of the time I find coins! I keep a plastic envelope in my driver side door I put only 'found $$ in. i've almost filled it up. One day while waiting in my car I'll add it up!

[@Isis-MyBelovedAtelier]

The hardest part is finding frugal friends. lol..

[@Makatzzz]

Hi

[@lenering1084]

Isis Escobar, I am very frugal. Do you want to be my friend?

[@andreasjageving9555]

More like inpossible 😒

[@kidistethenesh5568]

Very trur

[@randomized4222]

CAN I GET AN AMEN👐

[@SaraPause]

ok I wanted to learn how to be frugal and I discovered I am already frugal!

[@snskumar6966]

Me too

[@twincherry4958]

😎

[@CreativeDee]

Sara Pause, I don't think it's being frugal, I think it is more how to be wise with money. It's about life choices with the money that comes into the household. What this woman is saying, isn't really being frugal.

[@donnaleeclubb119]

I was raised frugal so it is a way of life. I do spend on certain things that I really want.

[@kacicondel2150]

We are big Dave Ramsey fans and we do all the things that Frugal people do and we are sooo happy. Doesn't kill u to b frugal.

[@BudgetGirl]

Throwing money in the trash can is horrifying! I picked up a penny this morning!

[@talesfromapolkcountygirl7743]

Found out someone I work with used to do this and I couldn't believe it.

[@MelinasAdventures]

I agree! Never throw away money.. it all adds up

[@granitemoss1451]

It's crazy, right? I am thrilled when someone is sloppy with their cart at Aldi and I get to put it back and 'earn' a quarter. I found 14 cents in the grocery store parking lot recently and I swear, it made my day lol.

[@MegaPianogenius]

i make fires with $100 bills i think i'll save money and just use $50 dollar bills in the future

[@Littlemisswantitall]

I work on a checkout and you would be surprised by how many people say keep the change as if the store needs extra i tend to put it a side and put it in the children's charity collection pot we have in store.

[@margiheyden4909]

As I followed your 25 Habits, I checked off nearly all of them. Also, I live by myself and do not own a car. I get exercise when I walk to work. I was raised to be frugal and love my lifestyle. Thank you for the simple tips and keep up the good work!

[@tinak.p.258]

Not so convinced about shopping around for too long or ordering everything online. If it takes you hours to find the best deal on something and the difference you save is less that what you could have earned int the same time, then what's the point? Also when you let your local shops die one by one by ordering online and as an end result you cannot get by anymore without car, or your children cannot have a local summer job because the community around you is economically dead, that is also not a saving in the long term. It is a delicate balance between short term frugality and long term economic and social goals.

[@robyn4262]

My husband and I keep a mason jar on his nightstand in our bedroom, which is where we keep all of our spare change so that it's not floating all over the house, car, etc. We cash it in once a year (usually in the springtime). It's fun to guess how much money is in the jar before we cash it in. And I feel like the mason jar filled with coins doubles as a decorative item in the bedroom, just looks kinda cool I guess. Great video!

[@SoulfulVeg]

Robyn me too!

[@downbntout]

I had to use an opaque jar, a big thrift-shop vase, to keep temptation utta sight outta mind.

[@jolenethiessen357]

[@jennerationcreations5982]

The BEST one is the smaller house one. It boggles my mind that people believe that kids NEED their own room. We have 7 people living in 1100 sq ft. Two boys share one room, three girls in one room, and my husband and I in the master. We make it work because our home fits our budget.

[@BlackPearlMinistries]

I thought i'd want a bigger house, but now that I own one I want an even smaller one. We live in a 3 bed townhouse and I don't want any more storage space or anything more to clean or a higher mortgage. no thank you. :-)

[@jenn7753]

The Frugal Five I feel the same. We went from a 1000 sq foot townhouse to an almost 3000 sq foot home. Although I love my house, it's too big, too expensive and I'm the only one that cleans it. I don't want to go back to 1000 sq feet but 2000 would probably have worked for us.

[@shelbysuntrup9535]

yes, frugal people clean their own homes so th smaller the space the better.

[@lidoerlindaquinones9291]

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[@createplanprosper699]

The Frugal Five You said it! We’re moving to Seattle with a family of 5 into between 850-1100 sq ft from a 2400 sq ft home. I can’t stand it... too much to clean and too much space for things to accumulate 👍

[@ritalynb7070]

I love living in a small space. I currently live in 700 sq ft. I have lived in apartments as small as 400 sq ft and even moved into a camper (75sq ft) for 5 years. You learn what you really value when you live in a small space. (Also it's easy to clean😆!)

[@floridasunshine2670]

I think being frugal Is different for everyone. I'm a minimalist but I cannot stand staying at home like a hermit, our world has so much to enjoy out of your house. Our family doesn't eat out as much anymore but we do enjoy going out together and trying out different restaurants or going to markets. Less is more. Memories are more important than material things. I agree with the house idea. Big houses are so pointless...like that family room that has the dining room table that is never sat at?????

[@miriamhavard7621]

Kelly kelly I agree about THAT!!!! But there are SO many FREE and inexpensive events that people can go to and enjoy themselves!

[@olensiin1]

Agree. Minimalism is not having anything at all but having only things that matter to you.

[@Cati994]

Same

[@libbyreed8588]

Find a penny, pick it up and all the day you will have good luck!

[@msdanaryan]

+Libby Reed YES!!!!!!!!!! 💕👊🏻

[@christinenightingale2528]

So your luck will never end, pass it on to your best friend :)

[@desleykakoulidisgallaway3382]

I do all of this and it occurred to me that frugal people are also healthier because of not smoking and drinking, drugs or exposed to these negative things through others so yes our family and friends should be encouraging too. Being content means a lot- great advice and stick to it😀

[@ronnies8309]

Really?

[@conniedenton826]

I also love the library, for audio tapes, free movies, and reading:)

[@sharonmierau1979]

Thanks, you have given me a review of what to teach to my grandchildren. I am a 66 year old and my mother, who was born in 1917, raised me with the WWII slogan, "Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without." That principle has saved me a lot of money in my lifetime.

[@myownIDENTITY2016]

Great tips! I too am a homebody, I just enjoy hanging out with my sofa 😄. My biggest down fall is food....I love good especially when it's served to me, 😄😆. I don't know about camping, lol...🐜🕷🐞🐝🐛🕸🌻...noooooo! 😅.

[@cindysams9832]

My husband's truck is 15 years old and has almost 240,000 miles on it and mine is 13 years old with 108,000 miles on it. They arnt beautiful but they run great and are paid for. We also have a 944 Sq ft home for our family of 5.

[@kennethwers]

Frugal people save for their next car and never have car payments.

[@esmelovesvintage]

And you don’t worry about it getting stolen 😉

[@donnaleeclubb119]

I agree about the home. My home is approximately 1500 square feet. Before we were in it, the occupants raised 2 boys, mom and dad, two small rooms and one Jack and Jill bathroom. They got along just fine.

[@nancybryant4325]

Lots of good ideas here. I cut cable 4 years ago. I missed it at first, but now not at all. My daughter gave me her password for Netflix & Hulu and I pay half. I used to spend a lot on books. Now I use the library. They have movies for free. My car is 9 years old and I’m religious about servicing it. I do my own lawncare and I’m almost 70 years old. This means I can take wonderful trips. Next May I will make my final payment on my home (1200 sq. Ft. Built in 1970). Then I plan to travel to Iceland and Ireland. I enjoy the travel so much more than an extravagant lifestyle. But to each their own.

[@mimminiminiim565]

Lawn? Why not to plant few fruit trees?

[@samanthaquant7411]

You can also find really good free workouts on KZbin - for those of us who don’t like to run in the winter

[@rosemarie741]

I do many of the 25 now, but only after years of spending money on impulse. Yes, I was one of those well-meaning people who signed up for gym memberships but stopped going after the 2nd time, still paying the monthly dues hoping I’d get motivated again. I shopped when I didn’t need anything, just enjoyed the thrill it gave me. Going out with girlfriends for lunch then shopping seemed to become a way to make me feel good about my life. It was a known fact that none of us wanted to go home empty-handed. Just constantly wasting money that I had worked so hard to earn. I’ve seen your video before but didn’t comment, so now I want you to know how much you have helped me “get smart” about money. I started watching Dave Ramsey because of you too. I have learned to be happy staying at home now that I have retired. There’s so many hobbies that I wanted to do all those years but never did because of time restraints. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I admire you so much after watching so many of your videos. With best regards and looking positively toward the future!

[@fgonzalez78959]

Every time I start to lead astray I get back to basics..watch yo videos

[@55mmartin]

I believe in kids sharing rooms also. My sister and I did and it worked out fine. My former husband insisted on the kids having separate rooms and we had 4 kids! So what did the kids do? They all piled into the older one's bed every night and slept in the same one anyway! Face palm!

[@msdanaryan]

+Marquita Martin LOL!!!!!! Love it. 😂💕

[@TruFlyFox]

I hated sharing a room with my sister. Loved having my own space.

[@marym3757]

Marquita Martin was

[@vanessabayardo9788]

They will prefer their own rooms eventually. Don't worry. As they get older they will want their privacy. Or maybe u can rent ur rooms. I don't know. I said maybe.

[@donnaleeclubb119]

I never wanted my own room. I roomed with my sister and even when there was a room available when my brother moved out, we stayed together. I never understand parents catering to what they THINK their kids need. They don't NEED their own room. They NEED to be taught financial independence, sacrifice, hard work, and not giving into desires and envy of what others have, rather appreciate what YOU have living within your means.

[@carlyferdinand9061]

New subscriber who is SO excited to have another frugal tuber to pull inspiration from! Cooking makes the BIGGEST difference in budget and health! Cook cook cook cook cook!!!!! I pick staying home too and this is GOOD. You made your home a desirable place to be and this is also good! Keep fighting the good fight lady!

[@msdanaryan]

+Carly Ferdinand Thanks, Carly! You too! 💪🏻✨💕

[@samanthapeters2972]

In my country we have the most expensive electricity in the world. It's really important to unplug electrical items you are not using. Because even when electric item is on standby it's still using electricity. Close all doors in the house, and only heat/air condition the room your in. Use natural light instead of using lights all the time. Check to see if your electricity contract has peak hour costs. Some parts of day/night costs more to use electricity. So it's best to avoid using washing machines, charging phones, etc during electricity peak hours.

[@paulsoutbackgardenaustrali7674]

where do u live for ur power to be so expensive?

[@heathermounts7279]

Guam?

[@765respect]

I unplugged the power strip by a tv we don't use. Turns out I unplugged the tv satellite. My husband called the provider angrier than a stirred up hornets nest. They came out that day only to tell him to plug in the strip. Good thing I'm the one who pays the bills. I do not use my dryer even in the dead of winter. Hang the clothes out, beat off the ice and hang them inside late afternoon. It keeps the inside of the house from drying out. I only bake in the winter and leave the oven door open when done baking. I use fans in the summer, keeping my house somewhat cool when I use the ac, the fan makes you feel cooler. I open the doors at night to let in the cool air provided it's not humid out. During the summer, I avoid using the cook top. Mostly eat vegetarian wraps. When I do cook, I make a big pot of food and eat on that for several days. Heat it up using the micro. Sweep, don't vacuum, hand wash the dishes. Keep my hair long. Wear it down in the winter, up in the summer. Wear my clothes several times before I wash them. All that, I still pay ridiculous electricity rates.

[@donnaleeclubb119]

I totally believe in heating and cooling ONLY the rooms you use. I do not have central air and heat. It is EXTREMELY important to get a good seal on the air conditioning unit on the window, to use a wind guard on your door and utilize a blanket in the winter months.

[@willgreen2039]

FYI not everything plugged in draws power! Ex: A vacuum will never use power until it is on! A cell charger just plugged in but not charging does not draw! Things like your microwave that have a clock are drawing such a small amount that it would reflect on your bill in the amount of $1.00 every two months! LED lights are used in every appliance in home! Now when a light is on of course it draws but, the amps are very low, given you use LED bulbs! You use more power flipping the light on and of than you do letting it run for two days! Most TVs and or electronics today have an energy star setting using this reduces drastically! Standbye modes will reflect $2.00 in 6 months! Things that cost are motors, ranges, hot water heaters, fridge, garage doors washer/dryers and any lawn or tool equipment that is designed to use electricity! It goes for cars too turning your car off and on uses more gas than running your car in idle or driving! Try this you can leave stuff plugged in!

[@kristenb2837]

Love this! WHO throws change away? That's just nuts LOL. The lunch thing is huge. People argue that packing a lunch still costs, but definitely not the $10-$15 I see people at my office spend. Ironically these people also can't afford to retire...

[@msdanaryan]

+Kristen B Exactly! It's almost as if the corporations encourage the lunch spending - one more thing to set back their savings and ensure employees are dependent on their jobs for longer.

[@daniellamoreno3616]

Kristen B tis true friend!!

[@HappilySimplified]

Kristen B I am so shocked ppl threw away their money too! very wasteful..

[@thatdamnnyquil]

Debt Free Dana ツ yes!!! I’ve never even thought of this. Great point Dana!

[@EvangelistRBColbert]

I enjoy taking my lunch to work vs buying lunch. I take a sandwich. LOL

[@marykelly6187]

You give some simple, down-to-earth, do-able advice, Ms Frugal. And I am loving it!!! Thanks.

[@jmh5651]

I cringed when you said that people actually throw away change. I throw it in a jar

[@annguzmansantos4805]

you are my soulmate hahaha! I love staying at home, like I can stand staying at home for days! So glad to have found your channel! Just subscribed! :)

[@downbntout]

Hey, flowers are productive. My heart's gotta have 'em.

[@randywheaton2644]

also many flowers are edible and can be used as teas ...

[@socoolrosie9864]

Oh my... I have Asian back ground, and those rules are exactly same in Asia too. Frugal is not cheap, but it is the smartest way of living.

[@amandastone348]

We go to a hair cutting school for our cuts. It’s great! The students and instructors are fantastic. We use paper towels but we live in an apartment and it’s not always best for us to use towels due to lack of washer/dryer. I agree, fellow frugal friends are a must :-)

[@matzohgirl]

Amanda Stone i also go to hair schools for cuts and sometimes for color. I use box color and air dry my hair most of the time

[@kellilindley3953]

Yay! I've been living frugally without even knowing it. I think growing up poor and NEEDING to find ways to save make it easy to seem frugal even when you could change your spending habits later in life 😸

[@diggingdarling6256]

I agree! At 30 yrs old I am a first generation college graduate in my family. Even though my financial situation has changed from growing up I still do things a certain type of way. For example I love name brand clothes but I literally only buy from thrifts or Ebay when I really want something. I will also wait to half off days at thrifts to get extra percent off. People at work always have told me you dress so nice! Little do they know my entire outfits cost like 10 bucks from head to toe!

[@stephaniechristy9402]

Lol same! I have been living frugally forever. Mainly because doing the things explained in the video just make sense to me. I vary rarely do anything that I can’t justify or make common sense out of.

[@ridita5221]

I agree with most of your list, but sewing, knitting and gardening could become very expensive. I like to buy my clothes at second hand shops and go to the farmer's market instead. Camping is cheap, but I like to travel more comfortable, so I budget to my vacations.

[@michelelara5982]

Rita Váradi i buy used clothing at Goodwill or garage sales... & I have a sewing machine to alter the hem, or holes... its such a money saver!!

[@callsign.Noctra]

Farmers markets are so expensive 😭 I wish they weren’t

[@createplanprosper699]

Rita Váradi Cheers, Rita! I grew up in a camping family and I had such horrible experiences. If my kids REALLY want to...they can go with my in-laws because I just can’t bring myself to do it again. I’ll do AirBnB and travel 👍

[@gourmetgirl69]

Gardening is NOT expensive at all. That is an excuse for not putting the effort in.

[@granny334]

I buy all of my of my yarn at yard sales and thrift stores when they have half price or bag sales. Same for fabric. This works for me because i make rugs and afghans. Fabric can be tricky, I don’t make clothes, just gifts like table runners, etc.

[@lambchop206]

Frugal people shop at the dollar tree! I find i do MOST of these things, not all. Thanks for your channel! Have a blessed weekend

[@lilithkushikimi4263]

Cynthia Basso 6th

[@SenorMeinKrafter]

No, cheap people do. High quality > low quality.

[@Elena-er7zp]

Señor MeinKrafter2020 I'm guessing you haven't been in one. Sure they have their knockoff brands, but you can also find many of the bigger brands in there. A penny saved is a penny earned.

[@helenmurphy3143]

i goto 99 cents creations @ 149 w 24 st ny 10011 / 6th and 7th aves nyc

[@donnaleeclubb119]

@@SenorMeinKrafter Some things you might want certain quality on and some things just are not that important. You have to figure out what YOU think is important. A good example for me is, in fact, foil. I like Reynolds Wrap Heavy Duty. I also prefer Charmin bath tissue. I feel if there are MANY other things I don't care and buy store brands or off brands, I am going to "splurge" on the things I feel will make my life more comfortable. That is the difference between cheap and frugal. You may have different items you prefer a better brand like Tupperware instead of a former butter container for leftovers. That is unimportant to me and I will take the cheap way out.

[@aidanvansuetendael4948]

The "fix stuff" one is so true! I have never done a big fix on my car, but last week I got my hands dirty and looked up some how-to videos on youtube, and fixed the turbo in my car, myself! I probably saved hundreds of dollars. Now spending less on food is my real challenge....

[@itsmarialifestyle4355]

People throw away pennies, on the street, at the charity boxes etc, because don't like to be cluttered by coins. Oh well...I love my money, however small, I'll pick up the penny when I see it!

[@msdanaryan]

+Maria Chat Me too, sister! 👊🏻

[@patriciam.kimbrell2043]

Me too =~)

[@trishiawatson298]

Buying used non-hard surfaced furniture is something I can no longer be convinced of. Recently there was a huge infestation of bed bugs at a local thrift store and customers were outraged. Couches, beds, chairs.. will always be new (when needed of course) in my home.

[@jolenethiessen357]

I'm the same way. I won't buy soft furniture used anymore for that reason unless it's from someone that I know and trust (even though I've been seriously disappointed with the new stuff we bought - it's not nearly as sturdy). Even used clothing I'm cautious about now - we have strict protocols we follow when we bring anything potentially bed buggy into the house.

[@createplanprosper699]

🥂

[@EvangelistRBColbert]

Trishia Watson - I agree!!!

[@eileenfb1948]

Bed bugs are exoskeletal, their bones are on the outside, as other insects are. Borax is extremely sharp and damages them. Get a shaker or sieve and sprinkle the borax on your sheete where you sleep so that when they come for a bite they are likely to rub against the shards of borax. Also sprinkle all soft furnishings and leave it there for some time after the biting stops. Or more expensive and hazardous is diatomacious earth - same treatment but be very careful you don’t breathe in the fine dust. Not for your bed! Borax is cheap ( not boracic acid as that is something else).

[@sarahburggraf861]

Yesss! I live in ohio. There are lots of bed bug outbreaks around here!!

[@delfinazuladito]

What about growing your own food! Even just herbs in pot plants. I hate when I have to pay couple of dollars for a bunch of parsley when I just need a little bit

[@AGolfHitter]

I know right! I have two guinea pigs and I bought a little pot of parsley for $3. I let them eat it then put the pot back outside and it grows again.

[@quizqueencarolinekelly7200]

Great idea about repairing items. Yesterday, I took the damaged shoulder strap off a bag and will use the smaller handle instead. Saved $34. I am also using my sewing machine and overlocker more.

[@lisamartin3734]

I truly believe staying home saves money because every time you get n the car its gunna cost something whether its costing you gas or spending money you don't need to spend.

[@olensiin1]

What is a point of life, if you only stay at home? World is amazing, try it sometimes.

[@keralee]

To a point... I had to get new tires, mine got dry rot from sitting in driveway all winter because i never go out. Turns out they need to spin regularly, it activates some chemical in the rubber that keeps them pliable. Who knew??? Tires were expensive.

[@michelemcgill1720]

I'm a homebody too. I love being on the lounge and watching a movie. It's winter in Oz so all the more for cuddling up under a blanket. Love youtube for learning also - google anything and it comes up on youtube. Great point about leavingstuff in the cart for a time before buying.

[@thatdamnnyquil]

14 is so important! I deliver food for a somewhat popular restaurant in my city right near a business park and near several other businesses. I am shocked how often the same people order almost every single day. $15 on lunch x 5 days a week = $75!!!! Holy cow!

[@monand6809]

Making your own clothes you won't save a dime. Fabric is so expensive.

[@downbntout]

Unless you buy items at thrift shops. A dress can make a top, or be revised into a way prettier dress, and many more!Learned that on YT 😊

[@helenmurphy3143]

thrift shops

[@carolc2574]

Same with crochet. I live in Spain. I like to crochet as it is relaxing for me, but the yarn is more expensive than going to the cinema!! About gardening vegetables, you will expend more money on water and good quality earth or fertilizer than what you get. So if those things make tou happy, go ahead. But not for the sake of being frugal

[@tutsecret499]

It depends where you live. You live in city where there is everything, then it's not worth it sewing, unless for a special design you can't find anywhere.

[@i.can.sew.anythingchic3295]

Making your own clothes saves you money if you love well made clothes. If you buy cheap clothes then you can’t compare.

[@AcornHillHomestead]

Gardening tip: This year And last we grew the best garden. This year first time from seed. We started a perennial herb bed too all from seed. Not one purchased plant. Great activity for the kids to see where the food comes from too. This year one of the pumpkins seeds sprouted from last years compost!!!!! Its so much fun to watch it grow, i planted squash amongst our other perennials and they made a fantastic awesome looking architectural ground cover and soo many squash from one plant. Best of all no weeds because they shade the ground. They are so easy care for too. You can grow food anywhere in your yard. I wish we had planted our berm this year now. Nothing like going to the yard for groceries!! Buy seed at the end of the year for best prices and use the following spring. Do this no dig method for almost no money. To start the bed, preferably in fall, put down a layer of cardboard, wet with a hose, top with compost, cow manure, straw bedding or whatever you have then top with wood chips. Pull back the wood chips and plant. Once the plants get established, push the wood chips back. Each year add more wood chips. The best ones come from free from tree services. They are happy to give them to you. Do not till anything. Ever. Its the best way to get fresh organic food and you know whats in it. The growth is amazing. Almost no weeds, and very little watering once the wood chips break down and make soil. Best to start the plot in fall. Worms love the glue in the cardboard and start working the soil for you. Its the “Back to Eden” method. Lots of good information on you tube. Get growing. Save tons of money with little effort.

[@sstevo4066]

I love this video, thank you. We're only a few months into handling money the right way. Budgeting, packing lunch etc...I used to do the opposite of all these things. One of the hardest things is the social pressure towards us for being frugal. Work lunches don't exist and I've been telling people no a lot more. Thanks for all your videos, you and some others on youtube have really helped us out.

[@marthajeanmcgrew6310]

How to get your kids on board the frugal bandwagon? ( Cuz a pre - teen can really derail the best laid plans.... ) = tell your 10 + year old (s ) that she or he needs to help extend the life of the car; by washing it, learning to change the oil , not having people drive it unless necessary , ETC. BECAUSE THIS IS THE CAR THAT WILL BE THEIRS WHEN THEY HIT 16, and if they don't want to have to drive a beater, they need to get with the program.

[@SoulfulVeg]

martha jean Mcgrew Love that! My daughter is still driving my 99 Infiniti. She was going to buy a new car 2 years ago, and I asked her why. I told her to put a car payment in her savings every month, and when she wants one she can buy it cash. I paid $5000 for it 9 years ago. That's the way you stretch $$$$.

[@marthajeanmcgrew6310]

yeah, howdy!!!

[@shalondrasanford5449]

Excellent advice. I'll keep that in mind if I ever have kids and have a car I want to give them.

[@belssage]

Lol...you are the boss.

[@leslieinadress]

Genius!

[@tracyclingings2531]

I love camping!!! It brings my family back together and we have a lot of fun!

[@topherjoe1]

Frugal people make lots of soups. One pot can be 4 meals for two. Frugal people do not have iphones for their kids. They use trac fone if they absolutely must have communication between parent and child (like after school etc) Frugal people let their kids have iphones when their kids can afford it and pay for it on their own lol. Frugal parents teach their kids how to work hard so their children later have a work ethic to get what they want or need when they are older. Every thing in my house is second hand. Everything. Except my mattress, towels and under things , hygiene products and tent. Got that at walmart lol. We dont even use garbage collection service. We recycle cardboard as its free to get rid of. It is now cheaper to take trash cans to the dump once every two months (good well made garbage cans don't smell or attract vermin) so we do that as well.

[@helenmurphy3143]

clean with vinegar soap and distenfective

[@tutsecret499]

I agree with the phones, but eating same shit soup over and over. I would go depression for eating poorly.

[@littleboots9800]

Thank God we don't pay for garbage collection.is it a lot?

[@lordrichard8184]

I really like how simple you make things. It’s a simple video format. It’s a simple plan to live by. Really well done!

[@Simply.Homicide]

cable is a waste of money

[@vickieclark5931]

Agreed. Netflix and Hulu are soooo much cheaper and have a lot more on them than cable does.

[@tonithomas6143]

sheis jennifere Yes. I got rid of my cable this year. I have Sling Tv and Hulu. And I don't watch them much either.

[@Iggypox]

Providers in some countries include cable and internet in the same package, selling separate only on occasion and it costing more than the package. I do not watch cable but I still have to pay for it because I need the internet. This is how they make us pay for all...

[@robinbrl]

I heard that Jenny. I have Netflix or You Tube. That is all I need.

[@spevoljub]

and time.

[@bigphilly7345]

I subscribed when I heard "homebody." I never understood these people who need constant entertainment at overpriced locations when, basically, all your cool stuff is at home.

[@rendettearganosa3497]

I am frugal mom as well...sadly have to let go friends who is'nt, just can't compete with them...but not so sad, I feel awesome a lctually. I enjoy life with family and spring is almost here in Calgary, so excited what we can do in our backyard...

[@dreamflight6000]

I pick up pennies too! 😊

[@avenaneumann5481]

In our country we say such coins bring luck.

[@pearlenecooper6013]

Check your loose change online. There is a book available that informs you if your old coins are worth more than a penny, etc.

[@helenmurphy3143]

i dont

[@sarahmiddup]

66p found this week.

[@dalulsolomon6625]

I love this! I shop at second hand stores or regular stores during semi annual sales twice a year. Always pack a lunch, do my own mani/pedi, etc. makes a big difference!

[@calibanxpable]

I once saved $60 in dimes. Find a good size jar and put your change in it and see want happens over time.

[@hannarae4311]

I'm currently crocheting resuable swiffer sweeper dryers to save money on the ones you would buy and are single day.

[@bonniehoke-scedrov4906]

Great, great post-thank you! I calculated that the three of us brown bagging lunches rather than buying would save us $5,000 per year! So, we are doing that. I still haven’t gotten round to replacing paper napkins and towels with cloth, yet. Guess that’s the next step… A trick for food shopping is to “shop your pantry” before you go out shopping. You may already have it.

[@bookwormbon482]

Hey, another Bonnie :') hi

[@donnalong]

Bravo...love this...I already do every single thing on the list, but it's good to know I'm not alone in my thinking! I even say...I'm driving my car until the "wheels fall off" so that one really hit home.

[@dreamflight6000]

My middle name is frugal. 😊 Side note: we are trying to cut down on buying processed foods, and our monthly grocery bill is SO much more money! It's crazy and SAD! Why are healthy foods more expensive?! 😕

[@1986amblin]

Seriously!!! When my fiance and I switched from eating basically whatever we wanted to clean eating our grocery bill sky-rocketed. It's ridiculous. Plus, we live in California where the cost of living is atrocious. But that's for another conversation LOL

[@ossifkiki7574]

dreamflight6000 Big thing is shop in season if there's a great deal on berries we buy a lot and freeze them for smoothies and we also freeze vegetables on good deals. Also doing rice, beans, potatoes help.

[@jackphillips3512]

I have friends that have lived out there. I cannot imagine how you all deal with the cost of living in California. I managed to really reduce my cost of living by just moving across the state (Virginia) 250 miles. Luckily I'm self employed and can work most anywhere.

[@1986amblin]

Ossif Mama We're Keto for health reasons so our grocery budget is outrageous - especially because we try for Grass-fed and organic for the same health reasons. But we cut back on nearly everything else.

[@1986amblin]

Jack Phillips We've talked about moving out of state but haven't been able to find a job where the pay is comparable for cost of living for my fiance. we are, however, moving in about a month to a smaller house with less rent & closer to our jobs so were hoping to save about $300/month just in rent & gas.

[@GardenYourHeartOut]

Thank you for the tips! We're a family of four and I plan to homeschool my kids by fall 2019. We are currently on Dave Ramsey's baby step two which we just started in June. Your videos have been very helpful and encouraging. With $50k debt, we need as much advice as possible. Thank you again.

[@leed3796]

This is my first time watching you and I agree/practice many of the things you said in your video. Lots of great ideas!

[@lupitahaussmann]

I just came across your channel and I love your simple yet effective approach to all things related to personal finances. I would also like to add, frugal people don't get into phone contacts (instead use pay as you go) and they do not buy a new phone every 2 years. They use their phone until it literally dies, and then pay cash for a new one. I spent about 250 Euros on my last smartphone in 2016. And although it's cracked, it still works and I don't plan on getting another one anytime soon.

[@CHSwildcats19]

Everyone in our household would pay in dollars for whatever they spent that day & would throw all the change they accumulated into a gigantic jar. As summer got near, we'd roll all the change & it would usually run anywhere from $600-$700 and pay for our vacation! Easy way to save money for a trip & not feel deprived :-)

[@Chrissyb007]

CHSwildcats19 Genius 😜

[@kristinbreaux1918]

My dad has done this my entire life. One time i was short on college tuition and he brought out the Kenmore water jug and told me to start rolling lol. It covered the $300 or so that I couldn't come up with.

[@CDN1975]

Frugal or not I hate, hate, hate camping. Do not see the fun in being eaten by mosquitoes and using outdoor "plumbing." Love everything else you said though :).

[@tutsecret499]

Camping is not for me. Snake, bear, gasoline spending, etc

[@de3182]

You can rent a condo so cheap. We got one for $55 a night. It had a full kitchen too so prepping goid meals was easy. I am older so camping is not fun for me. Sleeping without heat or cooling is too much when you are older.

[@Mrs.Silversmith]

Not a big fan of camping either, but spending an afternoon on a local beach or taking a walk in the park is nice. I like to enjoy nature without having to rough it!

[@donnaleeclubb119]

Unless you use a tent or pop up camper, camping is expensive. You can generally get great prices on hotels by using the internet or coupon plus free breakfast. Besides, the whole point of being frugal is to be able to funnel money into things you really want to spend money on. If your goal is to save to be able to take a nice vacation every other year, then save for that. If you live in Louisiana take a vacation to Florida or Tennessee. Don't fall for the touristy things. Go to the beach or state parks and hike. Another frugal thing.....state parks. They usually have cabins to rent cheaper than a hotel.

[@shadrach6299]

Theresa F I want a bed and a shower. I do not want to pack and unpack all of that crap everyday. I do love the outdoors. Bicycling is cheap and fun. Buy a used bike. Mine is.

[@MsGeminorum]

Sometimes State or National Forest have free campsites. Google maps shows these areas and then click on the forest name and google info on this forest.

[@itssarah252]

Great video Dana! The last tip is my favorite! I have a friend that is the total opposite of frugal so we are trying to find our happy medium when hanging out

[@jennyconklin758]

I had my car for almost 18 years. I took good care of it. I would still have it if someone didn't hit me and totaled it.

[@daniellamoreno3616]

Jenny Conklin yes old cars are great I like that cheaper to maintain and the older style cars have more space.Insurance is more cheaper and compact car is cheaper too.

[@Iggypox]

Mine is 26 years old, Peugeot 205, what an engine, I love it, car is family

[@marybates4867]

Jenny Conklin T

[@jayhulrs1435]

Jenny Conklin I'm planning to do this. My Toyota Corolla has 135k miles. Curious to see how long I can make it last

[@jenniferdavis2110]

How many mileage?

[@annat9298]

Yes I am going to get into home hobbies, gardens, making sewing- grocery bags pillow cases. I will try a no spend month

[@erickhartman9049]

What do you spend money on..... I agree on alot of your thoughts because I do them, BUT do remember that LIFE is a gift given to us to be enjoyed and timing is everything. Step aside to smell the flowers in life even if there is a fee to view and experience the RARE one's that can make a difference in someones life for it can all be taken away in a moments time.

[@miriamhavard7621]

Erick Hartman YEP yep Y E P!!!!

[@gwynethgrove772]

Perhaps they are saving for college for their kids or making sure they have enough behind them for health care costs.

[@olensiin1]

Agree, Erick Hartman

[@christinedavis5813]

I do believe life should be a Gift but other people have made my life hell so I have never felt my life was a gift and I am near my End now and I am glad Sad A

[@susanpaulk7258]

Mortgage, food, utlities, necessities and emergencies

[@PhantomPirate1776]

I love this video! I totally agree with sharing bedrooms. I think its great for kids and helps to bond them. I also shared a bedroom with my sister growing up :)

[@melissalouis1438]

I have been frugual all my life. My colleagues that make more than me usually have problems at the end of the month saying they dont have money anymore. And me im like never crying or without money at the end of the month

[@cristinagarcia-up8zt]

I don’t get tire of hearing this video over and over, thank you 🙏

[@JuneHarriseco]

funny how being frugal is closely related to being eco-friendly

[@Pasafino27]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@cjnacito5174]

now I know how to call/categorize "ME"...I'm a frugal person...and I'm glad and proud of being one😘😘😘 thank you ms Dana for sharing this video

[@lynnlamont9427]

Frugal is taking one tomato seed and turning it into several plants by rooting cuttings😁

[@LittleBargainNook]

Great advice! I've been frugal my whole life, both of my parents were frugal and I now live very frugally. I don't make much money at the moment but even if I were making more I'd still live a frugal life. I am now working on paying down my credit card debt and then tackling my student loans in order to eventually have the money to get a used car. Thanks for your advice, looking forward to your many advice videos! I also LOVE Dave Ramsey, good Christian and great at helping folks learn how to manage their money.

[@kiiabby]

*Watching this whilst crocheting for my new business! * .. I taught myself at home using Coco Bella tutorials on youtube!

[@msdanaryan]

+kiiabby Awesome!! I love crocheting. My college roommate taught me. I need to get back to it. I stopped after I had the kids because the babies yanked on the yarn and were making a mess of my projects.

[@evabognar9167]

I'd love to learn how to crochet! Did you go from total zero level? Because my experience is that I have seen people who can crochet. And that's it.

[@kiiabby]

Vuka yes absolutely no idea whatsoever. I had seen somebody crochet once and it looked like magic, this material appeared out of a tiny little knot of yarn. I always assumed it would be really difficult and because I am rubbish at knitting I just put it to one side. Honestly, my first granny square took me about 2 hours and it was the most lumpy, misshapen thing I've ever seen. I had to keep pulling it apart or just starting again because the yarn was so knotted. I struggled to visualise what I was making and how it would become a square. I couldn't get the hook to work right either so initially I would have to pick up the yarn and place it where it was meant to be! If you're interested in crochet definitely give it a go, but commit to practicing it. Some people have a knack, but most people just practice again and again until they get good ❤️

[@evabognar9167]

kiiabby thank you, I'll definitely give it a go, I'm amazed what you can do by crocheting!

[@denisescarpetti7496]

I am so curious as to what your crocheting and what your new business is...

[@frejajensen7804]

This woman just told me that I am a frugal person. That is good to know :-) Thanks.

[@Fritz0616]

Lol..I came in at 23 out of the 25. You need balance something I learned a long time ago..I have the everything package cable mostly because I'm guardian to my legally blind brother and this is his entertainment otherwise I would still have it but, drop the every channel package. We also never go out to the movies, concerts, races or out to eat so it's very easy for me to justify it..however, I would cut it in a heart beat if we needed the income to pay our bills. I quit drinking ( I drank a 2-liter bottle a day) Diet Coke a few months ago after drinking it for the past 20 yrs..I don't like plain water so Crystal Light is my choice of drink.. again it's about balance. I consider myself a very frugal person..but, again it's about living your life and balancing your life .. I found myself border line cheap several years ago.. I don't want to live like that I want luxuries which is full cable and family cell phone package these are our only luxuries however, they would go if need be.

[@Lovelyfairyheart]

I'm so happy I found your channel! You are so genuine and I can learn a lot from you! I already do some of what you mentioned but got a long way to go to stop eating out-- still my problem!

[@dawnhunt9301]

Frugal people use the library. I went to a free adult puppet show at the library. That was a date for my hubby and me.

[@msdanaryan]

+Dawn Hunt Yes! My kids are at the library every day practically. 😊

[@alyshaburrows2513]

My husband and I are going to a plant your own edible garden night at the library as a date night. I'm so excited about it. Can't wait.

[@christinamelara8162]

Frugal people begin each day with a good early morning cry. Im frugal so i cant go out and party on the weekends with my friends, im happy 2 sit at home with my 2 best friends MY CAT & MY LOATHING. Its awesome. Love u dana!

[@mirgaumen666]

Frugal and Proud!

[@XwynntopiaX]

I watched this video 2 or 3 years ago, and it’s just as good now as it was then. And doing a comparison of my frugality then and my frugality now-I’m more frugal now than I was then, and some of these tips I’ve integrated into my life and made them my own. Thank you for this excellent video!

[@lucy0537]

I'm frugal n do alot of things you mentioned here, although I do eat at a restaurant once a week. I wish I could meet a good heartedman , that's a frugal homebody like me !! But being a homebody. . . . how am I gonna meet him?

[@DiscipleSteven]

Gardening is a great one! There are some really easy things to grow which cost almost nothing if you have some area in your yard. Just need seeds and some garden soil (plus watering). We probably don't grow a ton of things which saves us a lot but its maybe $50-$75 for the summer at least for just a small commitment. This summer, we put green onions on some water to get the roots going again and planted them. We don't buy green onions on lot because its hard to use them up sometimes before they go bad. Having them in the garden is great cause we have access to them whenever we want and add them to our meals more often now. They are great too because as you clip them, they will continue to grow so they last a long time!

[@OrigamiTree]

Love your videos so much! I just recently found your channel and have been binge watching them haha. :)

[@Maililnajul]

Frugal living pays off. 66 and 73 and trying to spend all the savings now by going on fancy trips but still have very fond memories of the family camping adventures. Everyday life continues to be relatively frugal. It is hard to be wasteful when thrift is ingrained in your lifestyle.

[@pamelaporter6538]

Frugal and proud of it.

[@davinatest8467]

The putting stuff in a basket from eBay and Amazon but wait a month is the best advice and it really works I can’t tell you how much money I’ve saved from that alone