8 Things I Stopped Buying To Make More Money

[@Ehhmm]

1. Brand new cars 2. Latest and greatest version (of whatever) 3. Items on sale 4. Investing in things i dont understand 5. Lending money to friends and family 6. Souvenirs from travelling 7. Expensive dates 8. Christmas gifts and expensive gifts

[@dee_scussions]

Mat u be blessed

[@mrssap8603]

Thank you.

[@ajwriter5699]

Thanks!

[@EShavoz]

Thank you. I copy and pasted this.

[@JixiFox]

for realllllllll

[@angepenniman]

Sales make sense to me when I am buying essential items (soap, toothpaste, etc). I absolutely refuse to purchase those items at full price. I put a little money in an envelope every payday to pay for those items when they go on sale. Example: I only buy steaks when they are on sale. We just won’t eat steak until it goes on sale

[@realyaadgyal]

Children’s expenses are expensive. Taxes this year for school is $1700+ in our area. We didn’t know about the homestead exemption and what that meant. Speaking with a neighbor, he also thought this was just for people who farm on their land. Tax office informed us there aren’t many people who know about it or not everyone applies for it. We have family members who knew about it but never told us stating they assumed we knew. In any case, thanks to your show I’ve been researching everything. We look forward to more savings and saving. Then all the field trips, etc through the year. The dates they are out of school for fall break, winter break etc daycare prices are outrageous. This video was helpful because there’s pressure for teacher gifts, kids friends birthday parties throughout the year, family needing financial help etc. Thanks for pouring into us.

[@DimplesonDemand]

30:35 I don’t bring souvenirs back…at all! I used to bring back Hennessy White, then people started to expect that they will get it every trip. I decided I’m not spending $80-$100 on alcohol, nope. I don’t even drink!!

[@LitoHavinit]

Amen I’m still fighting but it’s getting better everyday, wish I never touched alcohol but it is what it is

[@JixiFox]

I have that everytime I go to the caribbean. I tell them, I don't want that expense on my books... get out of here... they would say I will pay you back. If I buy it for them. I will say, then go take the trip yourself and buy it there while you are there because you excited about it. :)

[@Tru_00]

Everybody wants that White Hennessey!! If you're not providing the funds, it won't be purchased!!!

[@prettydiamonds2343]

I used to have my nieces and nephews over , we would bake cookies and make hot chocolate. Then we'd ride around to the mansions and walk the block to look at the Christmas lights! I stopped smoking!! It'll be 2yrs April22nd i save 350 a month

[@VerleanHurd]

Congrats on stop smoking. 🎉🎊🍾

[@sonsofelohim8686]

I hope to meet you someday. Buying the wealth builder tool in a few minutes and starting there. I'm 30 and honestly aren't happy with how i spent my 20s. I know Gods timing is perfect but i want to help him help me. I have to do my part. Peace.

[@Blitzqueen-tj1xy]

Thank you for this lifelong financial lesson. I will use your advice wisely. If I give up purchasing products on sale will help me to save money. Shop only out of necessity. Be well 🙏🏽❤😊

[@tanv3350]

I just want to do better for my children. If it trickles down to my grandchildren, great! But, I just want to be better overall. First to own my home, first to have a bachelor and master degree. I’m claiming first to create a financial foundation for my children.

[@natep1325]

I purchased a really nice well kept car from a reputable dealership last month 60k miles ( not a lot for this brand) for 20k dollars. The sticker still in the glove box was 56 thousand dollars. I ALWAYS want to put more money in things that go up in value ( land, realestate, mutual funds...). I purchased 1 new car years ago....never again!! Also was able to buy it cash. Thanks for your lessons on money and life....great job!!

[@JohnC9392-0]

A great reminder on things I used to do. For individual new into the world of proper handling of money, this is an important video to watch. Thanks Anthony. 👍

[@Bushidough]

I’m glad i learned early. Seeing my uncles and my dad get their cars repo, watching them keep up with the latest and greatest always set them back. They always spoke about how hard they work because of the things they have. I learned from their word, they still haven’t, unfortunatel.

[@yvrosejean-baptiste2156]

Have been watching your show since January. I am so exited ...and I am take all your advice. Thanks a lot. May God bless you

[@nicoleday7258]

Amen to all this! I purchased my last brand new car in 2020. I have adopted many of these! Thank you for confirming I’m on the right track!

[@TartarianTopG]

Sell it 😃

[@kingakhenaton5111]

Thank you so much for giving me this to share with my 25 year old daughter! I say the same things to her about money, this is great to have you saying this on video as well.

[@monicabass3145]

Marvelous Monday morning. Thank you so much for the insight. I appreciate you. I can’t wait to meet you, AO

[@deannajeffers7006]

I just started watching your videos last week. My mindset about finances has changed completely. All praises to the Most High!

[@anthonyoneal]

Welcome to the E3 family

[@houstonluc]

Right on time bro!

[@dionnelewis9141]

I want to stop buying Christmas gifts!! my fiancé was not on board with the plan😢 We spent $3000.00 in our household for the 2023 Holiday season.

[@trfrierson]

I got a kid. How I get around that is make sure the gifts are from her and I have a 25 dollar budget per person. I want to make sure people get something from her because a lot of people bless her. But 25 dollars is my cap. And because it's from her their expectations are low😂😂

[@englishmj]

I hate buying Christmas gift. Waste of money. 2025, no gifts, don't care. Paying off my credit cards is priority.

[@KeshaHomeCooking]

@@englishmjsmart

[@Frugal_Not_Cheap]

​@@trfrierson​😂 same here!

[@jacquanahughes6433]

This was very informative, and reality check to be better steward and manage what you have, even if you have to start again. My takeway is to be discipline in investing and saving.

[@anthonyoneal]

Luv this!!!!

[@thuggyduggy1525]

Thanks for all the great videos and info. I watched you on the Ramsey programs for a long time, great work there as well. Keep going! You are doing great. Thanks!

[@deborahholliday1600]

My financial life is so much better because of this channel. I enjoy your commentary and I’ve been applying the knowledge shared and it’s making a difference. Many Blessings to you and continued success! 💕🙏🏽😇

[@0680lola]

We love to travel but we stopped crazy souvenir shopping too! The most souvenir shopping that we do is purchasing refrigerator magnets and stickers for our son commemorating where we traveled! He enjoys looking at them and seeing where he's been! 😊

[@lorigovi718]

Excellent episode! I agree with all the points you make. 👏👏👏

[@jamescrumpton8434]

I really appreciate the real, raw, relatable content you post! I do listen and I am greatly appreciate the open transparency and healthy dialogue that is presented on your platform. 😊 I am definitely rethinking some of my choices of how I spend my money 💰

[@chadan3504]

Good morning all I agree with the thoughts in the car. I needed a car and went to purchase last week. Got lucky and grabbed a 2015 Equijox with 43000 miles. So when I trade it in, I already have a bit of equity because of the milage.

[@prettydiamonds2343]

I have an Equinox 2019 i bought in 21 .... it was part of a fleet from a business. 10500 miles. 17,900.

[@Learninghowtorebuild]

​@@prettydiamonds2343 sound like me i had my car for a while and added lil mileage due to everything being near my home, plus delivery.

[@chadan3504]

@prettydiamonds2343 I love an awesome deal. Good luck with your purchase

[@keanarobinson4765]

This was such an eye opener!! Thank you!!

[@chadhamler13]

Love it! Can’t wait to dive into your channel, great work and keep doing you! 💜✝️

[@dionnelewis9141]

I take care of my family!! If my brother/sister needs anything (a need to live food/ utilities)I will help pay a bill or two. I don’t hoard money. I don’t give money out like it’s candy 🍭

[@GuilefullyNomadic]

This was an enjoyable and informative watch. You also have a great way of communicating. Thank you for being brave enough to share this gift in this way.

[@Karla-jf3ot]

Love your channel. Super helpful

[@itzocelotlbocanegra5986]

28:03 my grandpa told me once, if you lend somebody money, and then you never see that person again, consider it money well spent.

[@englishmj]

My nephew asked to borrow $200 to pay back a week later. Guess what, a week later, he mentioned tax return. Almost 3 weeks later, his tax return was taken by IRS. I told him to keep it. I am not lending anymore money to anyone.

[@dawnbrown1112]

@englishmj march 2024 my son asked me if I could go half and half on a PlayStation 5. I agreed. When he finally got the money in September 2024 he gave it to his girlfriend to pay her car note. Then he promised to pay me next check. The next check went for him getting an apartment with her and still today November 2024 I’m still waiting for my money. Just like you I told him to keep it. I also have vowed to never lend to family. ❤

[@MarshaT.ZoeLiving]

Love this!!!! I will not spend money on a motor club aka roadside assistance because it is already in your Vehicle insurance policy 🤓

[@denisewatt6579]

Thanks Anthony taught me a lot

[@Colette-x6h]

Amen AO I’m studying I’ve already stopped! Just financed a home to do exactly that! Study & trade Peace

[@Pho909]

I spoke to a colleague at work the other day, he lent someone money and the person left the company and never paid him back. He did it again the other day and this person is messing him around. I'm gonna send him this video.

[@Blackbarbie218]

Thanks for the reminders!! I definitely need to work on not lending money to family and friends and as for souvenirs i stopped bringing something back for everyone now I usually only bring myself something

[@myalove_thebrand]

This episode, like so many others, is one for the books 🔥 Very insightful & eye opening !

[@JixiFox]

He went wild in this episode... I was like PREACH brother preach.... I love that there is no background music too... He is laying the WORDS and FACTS in DEEP...

[@myalove_thebrand]

@@JixiFox facts 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@deborahholliday1600]

Brother Anthony O’Neal, You are heaven sent! I had to rewind and watch the video in its entirety. This video is in my top three! I’m a big spender during the holidays (especially Christmas) - but No More! I will focus on being creative and thoughtful in my giving (ie, prepare a nice meal or give a valuable but inexpensive trinket) verses buying extravagant gifts. Thank you…thank you! 💕😇🙏🏽

[@prettydiamonds2343]

Liked and subscribed! I'm here for it ALL!

[@anthonyoneal]

Welcome to the E3 fam!

[@Triniece-ym6hj]

Thanks for sharing this information was on point Anthony.

[@josephinecofresi1678]

Amazing episode. Thank you 🙏

[@atmslotsjfreezevlogs5877]

Big Facts Prioritizing your Expenses💸💳💰

[@ParadigmStef]

This is boss level thinking right here. Barely found his channel n and being blessed with the knowledge. Thank you O'Neal!

[@JixiFox]

preach Brother preach !!!!!!

[@Offthe_radar]

watched the whole video and all I can say is wow 🙌🏾

[@Loyalitystatus]

Another amazing Episode 😊! 🎉

[@DianeRochelle-e8t]

Love your channel l really enjoyed it.

[@carolyndewsbury3996]

Good morning E3 family

[@alishadennis7769]

Very wise 🦉❣️😮& proper teachings Mr AOneal 😅, thanks 😊🌹😁.

[@Leslie01]

Come As You Are . Lets Keep It Real And Be Honest.

[@wendysounoumensah4121]

Thanks Anthony 🙏🏾

[@Tru_00]

Preach Anthony, Preach!!!

[@PaulProsperInvestments]

Those dates do get expensive....especially due to the fact that the expectation is for me to pay for everything. I had to cut back on that...a lot! I used to bring back shot glasses from all my trips...I don't even know where they are now. Glad I cut that out. I buy my god-kids/friend's kids shares of stock as gifts.

[@matthewkroeker110]

Love the content bro 🎉

[@fantahasan]

Loved it. I will follow your priceless advice. God bless you 💖.

[@teresaluvandpeace5230]

Thank you Anthony 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼

[@sissyb576]

Income flow has to be consistent over time as well.

[@lauriechan2966]

Another way I've saved money is by cutting my Starbucks habit finally. Only took me 13 years... 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@robertpowell2247]

I keep it light with the souvenirs. A shot glass or a magnet. Very inexpensive

[@billsautomall]

What model Bentley did you get?

[@PamelaWall-s2q]

Hey, AO! I think if you were to sell an E3 t-shirt, I think I would buy one!

[@grownfolksperspectives]

I hit subscribe today. I just learned of you page yesterday and today, I saw your video of being hacked.

[@ohkay5574]

Black Friday is for poor people. So is getting excited about a tax return and blowing it on black Friday or the second you get it.

[@CongoleseWifey777]

Idk I feel like if you properly plan a budget you can save a lot on Black Friday and use that extra money you saved towards an investment. I don’t know but I do agree on your point of blowing tax returns instead of investing.

[@ohkay5574]

@@CongoleseWifey777 facts which is typically the point but not what most people do anymore or at all nowadays

[@mr.h.8363]

EXCELLENT!!!

[@Freya-lynn]

Great show!

[@Shawnjames21]

New sub here! Let's goooo... Got my notepad, brother

[@kbtken]

I got the iPhone 11 when it came out because it was the first one that didn’t have a button under the screen. All of the iPhones since then have had a similar design. Apple announced the 11 will stop getting updates in 2026 and that is probably when they will release an iPhone that has a design significantly different than the current versions. Car companies also rarely make large changes in car designs from year to year. For I wait until the new models design comes out plus one year to avoid the inevitable recalls.

[@Ggmaloy]

Great information great advice

[@RAYLYNREALITY]

The only thing I can say about the brand new car thing is that in today’s economy, used car prices are way overpriced. A used 2020 car had about the same amount total after apr compared to a new 2024 car.

[@mrheyz]

I learned years ago when someone asked me for money and I gave it, then I knew it was a gift. When I give money, if they tell me they will give it back, then so be it. I never ask fo it. Never. Don't loan money you can't afford to lose.

[@Omonike88]

Good morning.

[@Jazz313]

I had some money and a friend I lost my money and my friend ❤ lesson $$$ have destroyed many relationships

[@jaymuse127]

Great morning E3

[@killamatrix1]

Glad you getting into scripture

[@WEAREFREENOW]

4 Real Thanks

[@HueyDash]

I’m really here to change my life

[@Learninghowtorebuild]

💯

[@loharmony1]

Great information

[@shantakoa8596]

Love the information. Thank you. I’ll invest the $120 a year in my retirement

[@rnarzu]

Many of this comes with age and growth.

[@mslcarmon]

I’ve never owned a brand new car. Always buy “New” used cars. Never have any problems. That’s never important to me.

[@comptroller39]

I agree. Just paid off one in three years. I am protesting new cars. They are keeping us from financially growing.

[@jaytpharaoh8411]

31:18 I have a 50$ spending limit on souvenirs

[@B3GR8T]

I think it’s a little misleading when you state that there will be a 10% return when the market hardly ever produces that. On average the market produces an 8% return sometimes more and sometimes less. But to put the market return at 10% for an average return is pure optimism

[@trfrierson]

I promise it does. In 4 years my 401k has yielded 25% in earnings. You have to look at the 10 year track record. I look for Funds that yield from 8 to 12 % average earnings.

[@ShayLJones]

This Episode's Scripture: Proverbs 10:4

[@gifttations3802]

Anthony can you lose money in the SMP500 mutual fund

[@tahjnorm]

🔥🔥

[@joelgarcia3907]

Why don’t these finance influencers talk about used car lower costs w/o talking about the chance that the car can be a lemon not knowing if the driver took care of it? Silly

[@sherrydavis6192]

Been wondering the same. Also some used cars are priced higher than new cars. I would rather have a new Toyota over a used Lexus

[@prettydiamonds2343]

Id rather sit in the park or on the beach with a picnic basket with KFC and pepsi! Oh and cheesecake!

[@prettydiamonds2343]

Its time for school!!!

[@rnarzu]

The market sets the price. If the market won't spend $50 on an item and it sells at $10 then it is only worth $10 if you need it , use it and purchased it at $10. No such thing as a sale.

[@ConstanceEllis-xf7pk]

I love everything you are saying Anthony however, you drive a Bentley and you would eat at Ruby Tuesday’s.,, that’s not adding up that food is not healthy.

[@TCAPRecipes]

Yikes! Dating isn't in my budget right now

[@susanakaan810]

Yes, Never invest in a business you do not understand.

[@1981gotsole]

I love the videos, but I just wish you would get to the point‼️

[@ronbeeman4557]

🗣🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👊🏾💯

[@ConstanceEllis-xf7pk]

❤

[@sandrawilson-maza9620]

The financial advisor you dont trust unless they show you their wealth.

[@keithwisdom1663]

Ex brought a new Camry over twenty yrs it still runs. Just need oil change and brake pads. And new tires nothing else. A new car that last thirty years is a deal..... Car was around 24k decades ago Plus you don't worry about it breaking down or needing repairs Now buying a new car for 200k is different 😊

[@gina9684]

Lending money!!! I had to learn the hard way...smh

[@dustinponce2033]

💪💪💪💪💪