30 Things Frugal People Buy to Save Money

[@NoMoreTears64]

I live in an apartment that has a community washer and dryer. It costs 2.50 for every wash load and 2.00 to dry. My apartment includes the cost of water in my rent, so I hand wash most of my clothing and towels. I bought a spin dryer on Amazon. I spin dry the clothes for 1-3 minutes and then hang them up to dry. This saves me 18.00 - 20.00 a month in laundry costs. The spin dryer has already paid for itself and I dont get the white residue crap on my clothes that the community washers leave on them. Its a WIN!

[@ellendunn559]

Totally agree about shoes. My husband’s family was on a tight budget and was very frugal about shoes as his feet were growing. He ended up with bone spurs on his heels and problems with his toes, and when our kids were little, he told me, “Spend the money on good shoes for them! I don’t care how much it costs!” Well worth the expense.

[@Savannah-ed4rv]

A tough lesson 😢

[@jimmiepatrum]

Yes, wearing shoes which fit is vital. When my brother and I were little, my dad always took us shoe shopping. Mom shopped for everythine else, but shoes were Dad's responsibility. Thanks for the memories. Diane

[@barbaracampbell7747]

My mom had the same problem since she was raised in the Great Depression

[@christensmith6814]

You always spend money on the things you put between you and the ground - shoes, cars, and mattresses. You can sit on the floor if your chair sucks, but you can't sit if you've got a back bad from a bad mattress. You can't out-walk bad shoes.

[@lynclarke6184]

Good leather shoes a must and worth every penny.

[@kjmav10135]

Our local GoodWill jacked up their prices awhile back, and now it’s maybe 50 cents to a dollar less than going down the street and buying the item new at Target. I’ve even found items at Target that are less expensive than they are at GoodWill. Why spend $5 for a used tee shirt that originally came from Target when I can get a brand new tee from Target for the same price or a dollar more.

[@ashleym.9682]

This happened where I'm at. $6 for a used tee shirt? No thanks. I'll wait for the store to clearance them cheaper.

[@breezyveezy1]

Our Goodwill did the same thing and I looked at the prices and thought “who is pricing this stuff!”.

[@tf4606]

Reasons to buy used in this case is to reduce the environmental impact and reduce demand.

[@israelrivers8280]

I noticed this a few years back, all electronics and stereo equipment basically gone overnight. Then I found out why, thrift stores caught on to what their customers were doing, find deals and reselling on ebay and Craigslist. So now, all thrift stores sort donations, Google what these used goods go for and sell themselves to eBay, Craigslist and other second hand sites. So, no the days of finding a great guitar or stereo or used furniture is over. Better to understand what's happening and spend your time on saving $ other ways. And they are probably doing this with clothes also, at least better pieces like leather jackets etc. Not only is it kind of sad the days of finding a bargain this way are over, but those truly in need of donations are denied the opportunity also. Just the way it is now. But luckily now we have channels like this where we can get lots of good $ ideas in just minutes. ❤ 😊

[@pamelahenry2288]

I have seen Goodwill prices go crazy too. The items that I tend to be more attracted to in those stores anymore are housewares, electronics, and possibly small furniture/bookshelves. I don't even look at clothes at Goodwill anymore. But keep in mind that there's lots of thrift stores usually most places. Goodwill is not the only option. Check out other local thrift stores and see what their prices are like. Many have colored tag sales daily and other things like that to make clothes more affordable and always look over the clothes very well for defects like holes, rips, and stains because if the clothes are very cheap it still may not be a good deal if you're not going to wear it due to damage you didn't notice in the store. Also, make sure if the store has a return policy and whether you can try it on before you buy it. It makes a difference what it looks like on a hanger vs on your body.

[@nancygreen8186]

I am far from being poor yet I know value. I buy from the rich. I bought a $2,500 Bradington Young chair for $150. It looks new and today it still looks new as i have had it for a few years . The leather is beautiful . I shop wisely and even go for buy one get one free. I buy expensive vehicles that are usually 2 years old and get it about half of what it originally sold for. I bought two vehicles with only 16,000 miles. They were perfectly taken care off. I am debt free. Shop wisely.

[@GlammyBee]

Years ago, my dad was out jogging in the swanky area near where my parents lived, when he found a Henredon end table out with the trash. Lol, he said he couldn't get home fast enough to get back there with the car. Someone had taken a hammer to the top, but otherwise it was in excellent shape. Woodworking was his hobby, and he was able to restore it. Since losing my parents, I now have the end table in my home. It's beautiful, but I cherish it not because of the item itself, but the memory of my dad telling me the story, which makes me chuckle. 😊

[@UndertheMedian]

Great story!

[@W3ndyPearc3]

We're I live in rural Australia, we have a thing called Boomerang Bags. These are made by folks in the community and hung outside the food store. They're usually free as you use the bags and return them on your next visit, thus the boomerang effect.

[@monicaluketich6913]

I love your idea and the name!

[@krisqueen5939]

Nice

[@Savannah-ed4rv]

Very cool!

[@jimmiepatrum]

What a great idea. Diane

[@jat6547]

Whats the purpose of ?

[@debrabyrd592]

Take bar soap shave some off. Place in a pan of boiling water I boil water in microwave stir till soap is dissolved. Let cool place in a soap pump or bottle if you prefer liquid soap. Makes a lot and still has fragrance and moisture content.

[@deborasmith5191]

That is what I need to do with all of the leftover soap pieces we have.

[@deborasmith5191]

Thanks for the tip and reminder to do that

[@gigirox2103]

A large bottle of body wash soap. A few squirts into soap pump bottle. Fill slowly wit water( to prevent too much foaming over) replace pump, shake to mix. Voila!! Lasts a long long time.

[@silvesan9162]

I put the soap pieces/remnants in a glass bowl, cover with water and let it about a day, then stir to ensure it is smooth. Funnel unto pump soap dispenser.

[@michellejennings3232]

Good mattresses are very important- even for children. Backaches are not worth saving the dollars for cheap mattresses or used mattresses. Cut corners elsewhere, but take good care of those backs.

[@pnwflipper2089]

We have a terrible mattress! What mattress do you recommend for good quality?

[@lizeta8404]

We bought a dream cloud mattress on Fb Market place. They have brand name mattress’ resellers. People often try these mattress but the company has a return policy and if somebody didn’t like it can return. The company disinfects them, repackages it and sells to sellers for les than half the original price. My reseller had several good brands. I was able to test several ones on the spot and they ended with a dream cloud. Best purchase ever!

[@elizaC3024]

In Michigan you get an option to buy an annual state park pass with your license plate tab. It is $12 annually and gets you into all state parks fora year.

[@allisonmarcelle8627]

That’s a great deal!

[@ksewald91]

My stepdad was a DNR Officer. He always got one of those for the car. Lots of fun times! Family reunions and picnics.

[@tamekaosabutey-aguedje7532]

Pure Michigan! So miss our state parks and dunes.

[@americafirst9144]

When you check a book out of the library, you can often renew it to get more time to read it.

[@Freaysclaw56]

Ours let’s us renew 2 time for a total of 9 weeks unless there is a waiting list for the book. But I’ve returned a book after 9 weeks and waited one day and then started the 9 weeks over again. I’ve done it rarely over the last 58 yrs (🎉), but I have done it.

[@kelleyspears1218]

Ours does an automatic renewal up to three times if no one is waiting for it

[@EvangSuz]

Patch clothing with iron on patches, hem myself.found store with teduced items.Using beans in dishes, no meat.kept my parents mahogany furniture.❤

[@wandacarr668]

Growing up in the 1970's, our local grocer would put our groceries in the cardboard boxes he received from shipments to his store. They carried our groceries out to our car. They had brown paper sacks, too. No plastic.

[@pnwflipper2089]

Costco puts things in boxes-I wish more stores would offer the boxes. I wonder if they are selling the cardboard for $$ instead?? Sometimes if I forget my bags I’ll snag any random empty box I find on the shelves 😂

[@sarahkfarnham]

Y’all are great, like a mom and dad giving the advice that many of us didn’t get to have ☺️

[@sharonsalyer4912]

You can often find crockpots in thrift stores. And during garage sale season you can often find them very cheap 😊

[@deborasmith5191]

We saw some items at Goodwill that was not much different than buying new. I think we were looking at juicers back then.

[@homeschoolingcuriously]

Hawai'i laws prohibits the use of plastic bags in their stores and some islands dont even use paper bags. Also Styrofoam plates/storage containers are also prohibited in the state from restaurants and stores.

[@Mariannejadlowski]

Just bought this new laptop yesterday. It was an open box item at a retailer I really trust and the only reason it had been opened was to put it on display for their Customer Appreciation sale. Got there an hour after it was displayed so it hadn't been used and it was nearly half price. Score!

[@hollynauss6359]

Larry & Hope, how about a video on how to save $$ on insurances? Car, home, life, health ins total a big chunk of our WAY "under the median" budget. And, boy, have the costs increased this year! Car ins alone has nearly doubled!

[@hartleyfamily5451]

Yes, PLEASE! We are considering going from 2 vehicle to 1 because the price increase.

[@judytackitt]

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[@silvesan9162]

My parents use AARP and take AARP'S annual senior driver's course. They get a very good discount on auto. If you live in California or Oregon and have a good driving record, try Wawanesa Insurance. I've never found less expensive auto ir homeowners insurance. Also, raising your deductible lowers the premium. Some auto insurance companies offer towing, etc., comparable to AAA at a fraction of the cost as compared AAA.

[@pennyheinrich5552]

At my local library, you can check out (free!!!!) park passes. You can also check out a sewing machine, rototiller and other items.

[@gurkamalkaur3207]

Made a shopping bag out of a pair of my nieces plus sized jeans. Had a couple holes near the pockets. Cut hearts from the leg scraps and put over holes, along with cut lavender fabric heart. So many compliments from young people I now use it to carry my Bamboo Miracle pillow. Bag is so strong, it can carry more weight than I can.

[@southerngirlyall6497]

The problem with new appliances is they don't last as long and tend to need more repairs.

[@EMILY4DAYS]

I've been able to find used appliances that still work well (and are easier to repair) for super low prices on social media. Sometimes people are just giving away a perfectly good washer/drier/refrigerator/etc. because they're "old". So many new washers & refrigerators are electrical nightmares $$$.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

Garage sales and estate sales are often a good source for slightly older, (and much sturdier!) small appliances for a fraction of the price. Remember during the worst of Covid when there wasn’t a bread machine (for example) to be found anywhere? People can’t get rid of them fast enough these days. And for really cheap!

[@Jayee9999]

If you shop on clearance, you can get new clothes for the same price that you pay for clothes at thrift stores. Also, clothes at thrift stores are often washed out and outdated. You can stay simply in style by shopping the clearance rack. Also, if you’ve spend a little more money on quality on clothing and get pieces that are not going to go out of style too soon/classics and solid colored pieces, you don’t need to shop at a thrift store to get clothes.

[@SD-ki4fe]

Been on Mint for a few years now and it's perfect! We have had zero problems, pay less in one year than we used to pay in one to two months for the exact same data, phone and text.

[@gurkamalkaur3207]

Costco just started the Kirkland brand of rolled oats. Three dollars less than Quaker for a 10 pound bag.

[@happycook6737]

My 86 year old dad says Costco brand oats tastes the same as the big name brand. A win because in the past he refused to eat store brand oats saying the texture/flavor wasn't the same as name brand.

[@guykenniker9498]

I buy a cheap pack of washcloths for napkins or for cleanups

[@JaeMing-tn1kq]

I use worn-out clothes as rags, but I can't believe I used to buy micro- cloths

[@katherinerichardson1767]

Thank you for sharing---I needed a desk, and I bought mine at a use furniture store. Not only did I save money but it complimented my other furnishings.

[@lindadorman2869]

I look for the cotton or nylon cloth reusable shopping bags because they're washable. I have some that I bought in Europe more than 10 years ago and they're still in great shape!

[@rochellethundercloud346]

The plastic coated ones,are washable,too. I keep tote bags in my backpack at all times

[@rhondashephard-z7p]

I have a cloth bag in my luggage to take on vacation. But in defense of plastic bags. I use mine instead of small trash can liners. I sell online and use the plastic grocery bags to wrap for packing the item for cushioning instead of expensive packing wrap and bubble wrap from orders.if you want padded hangers I wrap hanger in plastic bags tightly and pad the hanger . The n wrap to finish with left over yarn, needlepoint floss, or crochet yarn.

[@makulewahine]

I have a senior national park pass that lasts for the rest of my life. I bought it before the price jumped but I live close to two national parks and a number of other types of national reserves etc. It is worth it.

[@elizaC3024]

For those of us who can't get mint mobile in our area, consumer cellular gave us 2 unlimited lines for $65 with an AARP discount. We live too rurally for mint.

[@canonrebel626]

I have a consumer cellular flip phone and it’s perfect for our needs!

[@ceciliaabdalla4954]

Visible is owned by Verizon and uses their towers $25 for unlimited talk, text data.

[@coston1986]

We also live in a rural area and couldn’t use Mint Mobile. US Mobile offers Verizon, T-Mobile, and soon AT&T as well. They are awesome! We have the share plan and have 3 lines for $41 per month for 12GB of data to share and unlimited talk and text. We also pay for our phones upfront and can take them to whatever carrier we want. We love US Mobile prepaid though.

[@YoursTrulyNatacha]

I'm definitely cooking more plant based meals these days. I save lots of money.

[@christym6128]

I'm so glad to find like-minded people!

[@katehorrell8732]

I never buy cell phones my son always gives me their old one when they upgrade, plus I'm on his phone plan so I don't pay for a phone bill. Being on a disability income of $1100 a month anything I can do to save money I will do. When my kids were little I nursed both of them , made their baby food, used cloth diapers, and made all their clothes.

[@henriettearea9782]

Yes to quality shoes! I am still wearing regularly a few pairs of Dexter loafers which--at the time--were made in the US.

[@juliemoore6957]

I love thrift store shopping! Been doing it for years!

[@johnballard6725]

Was in Canada recently and just loved my local Value Village !

[@deserehoward8555]

Amazon sells these wash rags that are pink and other pastel colors and they are the same size as 1/2 size paper towel. They are about $25 for 200 and they are amazing! I have them in all of my Airbnb rentals for guests to use instead of paper towels in the kitchen and bathroom and they are a HUGE success!

[@deserehoward8555]

They are also great as diaper wipes and they fit perfectly in those containers.

[@janallen541]

@deserehoward8555 can you do a link for these? Thanks!

[@brianajones8553]

yes i bought some. love them. i have different colors for certain things

[@dianes9416]

Amazon too expensive!!!!

[@virginiadugan7852]

Love your channel! You two are so relatable. You’re very genuine and give life tested advice. Lots of great tips!

[@tamara1565]

My parents always bought used and I was so excited to buy new as an adult... but it didn't last. I know the savings so I will always buy 2nd hand. We got free led bulbs from the utility company a few years in a row at a local festival so we haven't bought light bulbs in years. Colorado charges .10 for the plastic bags so we use the reusable.

[@gwenroireau6203]

Yes in Connecticut we need to use reusable bags. Buying paper for up to .50¢ can really add up!

[@melma5910]

I am a traveler. My lifetime Senior National Park pass has saved me so much. I am also a Veteran, so I can really save on all kinds of things

[@tanjacavlovic8053]

We have the longest hottest summer and I realised, just refilling water bottles and keeping them in the fridge and grabbing them before heading out anywhere, saves a lot. In June, when the heat began, I was stil buying drinks occassionally but then I developed that water habit. I also keep giving them to the delivery gentlemen. I am always embarrassed a little, explain how well I rinsed them before refilling, but one guy few days ago was perished and super thankful. He didn't have to buy one either. He had a long day. 😇

[@arletbode4847]

I don’t agree on bulk spices. They will lose flavor over time.

[@kamicrum4408]

Spuces I yse a lot of, buy those in bulk cause I know ill use it up before it goes yuck.

[@terryhenderson424]

The local Winco goes through thier spices quickly enough that they are not particularly old when they are brought home. At Winco, and a couple of other places in the greater area, the customer fills a small plastic bag from a bulk container which pours. With this type of bulk spice, you can get small or large quantities.

[@arletbode4847]

Yes that’s true I love getting spices at winco. Winco is my favorite store. When I heard bulk for some reason I assumed a large amount.

[@arletbode4847]

That’s good, I could prob do that with oregano, cumin and paprika

[@shirleydenton4747]

I guess it depends on what spices you use a lot for cooking. Ineed to start buying garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder in bulk because I cook a lot of chili, tacos, enchiladas, and have even found these spices add a great taste to soups, meatloaf, and meatballs. Otherwise, some of the others, the regular size is too much.

[@lizwiedenhofer2514]

In Rhode Island, it’s not entirely mandatory that you bring your own grocery bags but there is a law that stores can not give out plastic bags anymore, only paper. Also, some stores make you pay for the paper bags so it does drive you to bring reusable bags. Thank you for your show Larry and Hope!

[@deborasmith5191]

That is the way it is in Maine too. We were given reusable bags, so I take those with me when I go grocery shopping. I tend to forget at other stores or go without a bag if I am only buying a few items.

[@jayalexander3356]

I think the reason people think bar soap lasts longer is because they use way too much body wash. A bottle of body wash can last me 6 months. No bar soap lasts that long.

[@kathyharmon2093]

I use both, antibacterial bar soap kills the bacteria that causes odors, body wash doesn’t do that but it smells good

[@pnwflipper2089]

I think you are right-a lot of products with pump dispensers dispense more than you need for 1 use!

[@bmarieluvstheearth3879]

I have had bar soaps last for months. I also put pieces in a soap sock and use in the shower

[@juliebee61]

I'm back to bar soap--no stupid plastic bottles to dispose of. we all need to rebel against all the plastic being forced on us.

[@debrabyrd592]

Cutting down table cloths into napkins and dishcloths and towels depending on type texture of tablecloth material as to what you make. Lots of fabric little money many can be no sew

[@100nanay]

I love you two!! I’ve been frugal for quite sometime but after my X decided to divorce me and I got less than 10%of his gross income for alimony (research your lawyer thoroughly before paying your retainer. Mine was worthless and his was like a rabid pit bull). Another benefit of well made shoes is that they’ll be better for your feet!!

[@albionicamerican8806]

The Costco store in Phoenix I shop at has good deals on clothing when they go on clearance. I've bought jeans and shirts for around $7-$8 apiece that way.

[@judytieger8976]

I buy a lot of my and my husbands clothes at Costco. Great quality and good deals.

[@ajuma55]

In New York, (and possibly other states), you can borrow a pass for state parks and for some museums from your local library. There are different rules for different parks, (days/time they can be used), but it's worth checking out!

[@gaelenoconnell-bidabadi]

HI Hope and Larry, Thank you for shouting out the Buy Nothing groups!!! I'm a moderator for my local group and it's just amazing how kind and generous neighbors are, and how you can help others by gifting out your unwanted items. Helps finances and the environment too! And happy to hear Hope got something useful that she needed. Cheers :)

[@FoxDenAcademy]

I love so many tips but especially the one on shoes! I am very frugal and the shoe comment hit so close to home! I usually have 1 pair of tennis shoes and 1 pair of flip flops (I live in FL so no winter shoes needed). So we buy good strong shoes and use them for many years. I just bought a new pair when my last pair developed a hole in the ball of the foot. They lasted over 5 years! Another great tip is to buy older model of some things when you can. Manufacturers make things so that they break quickly so you’ll become a repeat customer. It wasn’t like that in the older days. For example, I was looking for a salad spinner and Amazon wanted $20 for them. I kept my eye on Facebook marketplace and found one that an older lady had for many, many years. I paid $3 for it and it is a workhorse! It is so sturdy that it’s heavy to pick up! Haha. My grandkids won’t be able to break this thing! Use older models of things when you can. It’s important to not use anything painted due to lead paint or that looks dilapidated, but if it’s in good working condition, I always choose the older models of things!

[@sandraparry8653]

Hi, Larry&Hope. I'm in North Wales Britain. You both make me smile and I feel a sense of joy inside when I watch you both. I can see you have a wonderful loving and close relationship. Its really nice to see. I've got a lot of the Money saving stuff, like water butt's 6 of them intact.this water I use for lots of different things. Plants, windows, pouring down my toilet I can even wash my smalls with it. I have a slow cooker, great. And LED lights, hot water bottle when it's cold. I have 7 solar panels, no battery, to expensive at the moment, but I will get one in the future. I charge solar lights in the day as much as possible and use them evenings. I go by bus , no car. I have an OAP pass let's me go free, wonderful 😊😊 I cook in the middle of the day while the best light is with me. I shop at Aldi. Anyway I love your videos , they're a happy place for me . Thanks again ❤.

[@KMusicStudios]

Found name brand jeans and sweaters with the tags still on them at the thrift shop. A complete outfit, including shoes, for under $15

[@christym6128]

Look up Wonderbag. It's a pillow bag that you can finish cooking food in. It will keep foods over 175 deg for hours. (Thermal cooker). Start food on stove, then slow finish in the wnderbag.

[@happycook6737]

Or make a diy hay box. I put used newspaper as my filling instead of hay

[@karenfromnj3104]

I also love old table cloths table runners and cloth napkins. Love love love !

[@pnwflipper2089]

I have a set of cloth napkins that belonged to my great grandparents. They are the thickest, most durable cotton and never show stains. They are amazing. We have been using them daily for 12 years. I don’t think my great grandparents used them much-I think maybe they were saving them “for good”. They just don’t make things the way they used to.

[@sharenread8677]

L.E.D. lightbulbs are cheaper,last longer and give off more brightness. I still have my second lightbulb in my Coke lamp that I put inside 5 years ago. That’s quality purchase right there. Sharen

[@kamicrum4408]

Phones, tv ect. If it aint broke,I do not replace! In 2020 hadvto get a new phone inly got the iphoneSE still going strong 2,5 years later!😊

[@MarcusPadulchick]

Here in New Jersey reusable bags are required over the past few years. I had little issue with the mandatory change since I have used them for years prior. Using an instapot & LED lights have significantly reduced electric use in our home.

[@writercard4]

Love the instapot!

[@AndrewZelenka]

We have 2 instapots, 2 crockpots, and a hay box that fits 2 large pots. We also have a small air fryer and a small solar cooker. Wife says they are the best things ever especially when she's busy out on the farm or in the gardens. We gave up our dryer completely and air dry only (next to the woodstove and fireplace during winter) I also put drying racks in our greenhouse that she uses for drying the farm needs. The solar fan in it keeps the air moving very well and most things dry within 24hrs.

[@lisapitts9518]

Absolutely shoes have to be good quality, we wear New Balance brand. We recently were to get 2 pairs for less than $150. We are frugal in other areas such as our cell phones and we drive older cars that are paid for! It is all about being careful.

[@yvetteschroed741]

Could you do a frugal plant based crockpot meal video??? I would love to find some vegetarian crockpot meals that can cook all day. Thank you for all you do!

[@UndertheMedian]

We were going to do a collab with Kate Kaden this month featuring crockpot meal ideas. But, because of Larry's accident we put the collab on hold.

[@juliestafne5746]

Hope-your hair is adorable in this video!!

[@Larissa-iw5wy]

Our local Rotary club holds a book sale every fall. They’ve done it for decades. The community donates year round. It is so popular that they’ve increased to 2 each year. I love supporting their fundraising efforts and coming home with 10-20 nee to me books for about $20-30 dollars.

[@markrice4808]

There is another resource in addition to the great buys from used book sales to satisfy your love of reading. Take advantage of inter-library loans offered by local libraries. Many are accesible online with a queue system to reserve and hold popular or new titles.

[@MichaelBerry-yr9ev]

That's what I use, the reusable k- cup filters and I use the regular coffee grounds I purchase at the store it goes a lot farther. Much cheaper! More bang for the buck!!

[@YankeeinTexas812]

You just inspired me to use my instant pot more often.. love your ideas. French press coffee makers r awesome too it has a built in coffee filter that u just rinse, it makes delicious coffee..😀

[@ruthwiseman4730]

I have a new sofa in my house but all the other furniture in my house was either bought used or a hand me down that someone else didn't want or some free items that we found along the curbside. I used to work at a motel and when they replace the furniture I got dressers and nightstands and a small table that I'm still using to this day. A few weeks ago my daughter sent me a picture of some shelves that was sitting along the curb and I told her to bring it over I'm looking for some shelves to put in the grandkids playroom. It needed a good cleaning but that was not a problem. Thank you for all you do in making of your great videos.

[@patrickstevens3482]

My wife was given a Golden Eagle passport at Yellowstone national park by my parents at least 20 years ago. She still has it. Unfortunately we don't travel much anymore, but it's nice to know we have it if we need it. Love your ideas, and appreciate your tests using the power station.

[@Ninjanimegamer]

In our state all of our state parks and national parks in the state are free to all state residents.

[@renel7303]

​@@Ninjanimegamerwhat state? I believe you about the state parks but am dubious about the national parks.

[@bet3lyn3G3]

I just got a new stove fridge and microwave after about 20 years, they’re energy efficient

[@jancyking582]

Love my crockpot too! I have one very large one because I love to make multi-meals and freeze for my husband and myself. It’s great for many reasons. After all, I don’t feel like cooking every day

[@shirleydenton4747]

Hair and grey sweater looks good on you, Miss Hope.

[@UndertheMedian]

Thank you so much

[@graceerhart5796]

I have been taking my late night meal with me once a week. I go to fighter practice, and home is the opposite direction from work and fighter practice. So I take my late night meal to work with me , leave work, go to the park, and spend the early time with a relaxing walk on the boardwalk through the woods to a lake overlook, a walk in the park, and some napping in the car in the shade. I get off at 2:30, and practice is not till 7. I eat my late meal (sparse) before fighter practice. If I need something more when I get home, I have fresh veggies and salad dressing for dip

[@kimberlyc84]

For those that are looking for different types of workout equipment, remember right after the new year's, that's when either the thrift store is completely depleted of them or they are completely overflowing with them. Also, five below has different weights and resistance bands for under five bucks Also with regard to water conservation, our local water company gives a free water conservation kit if we just asked for it. It comes with two sink aerator, a low-flow shower head that has five massage things on it, and a water bottle type thing that you put into your toilet tank so that it flushes using less water and water leak detection tablets. When we were a family of five from 1994 all the way through to 2000, with wrestling, lacrosse, and football, I was washing full loads of clothes at least every 3 days. Are water bill never got over $50. I still have the conservation things on all the faucets and in the toilet tank, our water bill stays between 12 and 15.00😊

[@juliemoore6957]

Love the crockpot! Use it at least 1x per week!

[@sharenread8677]

Years ago when we had a Sears,my mom bought a three in one Kenmore Vacuum machine and it came with it’s own dust buster. Great for car and steps. Sharen

[@elizabeth.torres5206]

Thank you for sharing your frugal saving ways. I'm switching over to Mint mobile my other phone plan is way over $50 for one phone line, waiting for my sim card in the mail. 😊

[@lisapoulsen5452]

Here, in Ontario, Canada plastic bags are gone from our stores…I’ve been bringing my own bags from way before the rule started but it’s been at least 5 years now. Bittersweet because a lot of people used them as garbage bags…and now we have to purchase plastic bags!? I’ve had enough plastic bags stored away that I haven’t had to purchase any yet…but it will happen eventually😩. Great video🥰

[@pnwflipper2089]

Plastic grocery bags are banned in my state too, but we still don’t buy trash bags. We just sort all clean/dry trash into a waste paper basket ( no trash bag necessary) and any gross/wet trash goes into bread sacks or produce bags etc & tied shut before going in the trash can.

[@kathygregg1016]

You guys know your stuff, and inform folks so well about changing economic realities Whole Food Plant based in Vancouvet, Canada.

[@valdamarielegault1907]

Ditto from Ontario

[@KS-jf2jf]

Instantpot 💪 I use it on Sundays and batch cook beans, chilli etc.

[@monicavelazquez3733]

Love your video content, thanks for the insights.

[@EMILY4DAYS]

I'm in Western Washington, and you have to bring your own bags to grocery shop. I've been doing this for a decade, and I still have many of the same bags, year after year. I see stores sell some cheap looking bags, and it reminds me how grateful I am to have mine (I hope they live forever!)

[@renel7303]

I have some from the 80s. Washed to bits.

[@beverlyfrancis8433]

Thank you. I would agree with 1) generic brands. 2) bring my own food to work. 3)second hand furniture 4)second hand books 5) cloth napkins 6)DIY cleaning products/ multipurpose 7) buy in bulk***** 8)reusabe grocery bags

[@graceerhart5796]

I have Spectrum, but I use my phone for navigation, a lot. Anytime I go someplace new for a job interview, or a job I have not been to, I set my phone to navigate and drive there.

[@Godblessed2]

Excellent video and inspiring ideas. One I’d like to share that I’ve done for years even before the toilet paper shortage of 2020. I bought large packs of white washcloths. I’m home 24 seven and probably use more toilet paper than other family members. I decided to use washcloths just for number one. Then I can wash them and bleach them. The washcloths are large enough that I can flip them over and keep using until they can’t be used anymore. This is saved me hundreds of dollars in toilet paper. A lot of people would turn their nose up at the idea. However, it’s also way softer than toilet paper. It’s no different than cloth diapers. I keep them in a cupboard. And the one I’m reusing is either draped over the trashcan or something else in the bathroom where no one else would access it. And there was no panic buying of toilet paper and never will be.

[@cathyeller5722]

Since we keep our electric bill to the minimum, I can tell when I use my crockpot. The amount of electricity will spike up, I seldom use it anymore. Gas is cheaper here than electricity and since the only thing gas we run is our hot water heater and our stove the bill runs 35.00 a month. Where as our electric can be 50 to 90 depending on how many fans and if I have used the crockpot. We have set rules about one fan on per room per day now. Our water bill went up to 75.00 this summer with watering the garden and the amount of produce did not justify having the garden. Next year we are limiting what we are growing and putting totes under the spouts from the house to collect water. I don't understand how the government can say the economy is fine when so many people are struggling just to get by. We have limited to the extreme of what we are buying now, all we can do is try to come up with new cash flow and reducing our bills even more.

[@rg-mi5hh]

To save on water for the garden, we used to catch downspout water in tubs and put lids in them when it was done raining. It really helps.

[@countrymommaxoxo2020]

We have a pond across from our garden we throw a old pump into and water the garden with and use black plastic it doesn’t dry out as fast and helps with weed control and last for years

[@KJOrewiler]

My husband set up two 50-gallon drums to collect rainwater from the gutters from the back of our house. He installed a spigot at the bottom of each one, positioned them laterally, connecting them. We use this water to water all our plants and veggie garden during the growing season (March thru October). It has saved us tons of money!

[@eizqarqash1991]

Please answer my question 🙏🏻. I save 25% of my income. I live in my studio apartment (I own it 100% no mortgage payments) I am debt free. All of my bills are paid. I pay for social security (retirement account) every month. The catch is that I am a video game collector. I buy video games every month with 20% of my income. Does that make me frugal? There is nothing else I spend/waste my money on. Should feel guilty? I love your content ❤

[@juliemcnamee8382]

y'all are amazing! I'm a stay at home mom of two and I use a lot of these tips already! its so exciting when we spend smarter and can put more money towards travel and savings for our future!

[@marthamette3018]

National Parks Senior Pass is 62 years or older (not 55+)

[@melshultz]

Im on a mission to pay off my debt and im so thankful I found u..great info thanks ..

[@gwyndyr32]

Our water bill plummeted when we got a Rachio watering system installed vs hand watering outside (and it saves me time as well). It is a smart device that looks at season, weather, soil type, plant type etc. It adjusts how much water to use and watering frequency automatically and it has seriously saved us money (cut our water bill nearly in half). You can pay someone to instal it but it's not terribly difficult to DIY. We have 4 watering zones set up right now. Different areas and plant types.

[@caroldolan1485]

Gotta bring our bags in jersey! Trick is remembering to bring them into the store😅

[@ginapiano5593]

Hope, your hair looks amazing here! Love it pulled back! ❤

[@barbaramatarazzo4269]

I agree with you i work part time in a grocery store and prices went up right after Thanksgiving i went in on sunday morning new week new flyer and there it was no sales more money store empty not many people shopping!!

[@catgodfrey6451]

Great tips 😊❤

[@graceerhart5796]

I have bought used re-enactment boots, but only when I was sure they fit. I never bought online, only where I could try them on. My good pair of medieval boots I bought new, and that was a good thing. They fit!

[@danandautumn]

I had a friend get a couch from a thrift store and it had bed bugs.

[@pnwflipper2089]

Yikes! Not worth it!

[@lisapalmeno4488]

That's why I stopped buying used furniture, mostly. It's an unsaid epidemic in the US, these pests.

[@ValerieMerrill-m3o]

Thank you for all your points, they have helped me very much.

[@savvystewardship]

So many great tips! The bulk buys at the amish store sounds very interesting

[@nathalieda1]

In Ontario Canada, we are required to bring our reusable bags. However, I often forget them😅 Instead of buying a new reusable or paper bag the stores sell if you forget your own, I grab a random empty box in store and use this to carry my items

[@kristiecox7350]

Hi guys, any chance you can do another video on your weekly cooking meal ideas for fall? I need some more great budget friendly plant based food ideas 😊 Plus, if you did another video of shopping and cooking with your son. That was the greatest video. Super fun with tremendous ideas. I try to go back to it to get ideas. 😊

[@lisag-posty]

Thank you Larry and Hope for another great video!

[@lindasegraves6207]

I personally love my Go Wise Digital Pressure Cooker. I have had Manual to Digital Pressure Cookers for 52 years. I paid $49 with Free Shipping for my Go Wise. Thanks for all the tips Larry & Hope.

[@LaundryFaerie]

I live in western Washington and there's a bag tax here, so I keep reusable bags in the trunk of my car and bring them into the store with me. I have some commercially-made bags, but I'm also handy with a sewing machine and there are several free reusable bag patterns online. I've used canvas to make heavy paper-style bags and cotton fabric to make singlet-plastic-style bags that fold up very small when not in use (and they're strong enough to hold two gallon jugs of milk without breaking!). Even if your area doesn't have a bag tax, they're probably on the way. Plus having a reusable bag on hand means that if you come across a great deal at a garage sale or a huge patch of wild berries, you've already got a container!