A Lot of Immigrants Abroad Are Broke Too - Don't Fall for the Lies

[@treasurethetime2463]

Ironically, the false impression given to others back home leads to higher expectations of support, which reinforces the struggle. It's a vicious cycle.

[@dalcod]

Absolutely

[@leonardbirwong3127]

This is absolutely nothing but the truth. People abroad want to impress people back home.

[@WhizQueen]

It’s absolutely unnecessary

[@omo0910]

Maybe the new set of people coming abroad, as for me I've cut people off long time ago. I had to, for my own peace of mind 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@smoothoperator9845]

@@omo0910 Wise Move! When you eventually get to the Top of your Mountain. Things would certainly be cooler and peaceful. Many Friend's are Seasonal and Opportunistic.!

[@TA-ht4jo]

Sometimes people back home automatically assume folks abroad have the money just because they’re abroad.

[@Torusvlog]

@@WhizQueen please I want to send you a dm.pls how

[@MsFrida2012]

I have been in Canada for 15 years and I got grounded very early on when I realized that I can't compare myself to those who were born and raised here. So realizing that I had to start from scratch, without any savings and possibly lots of hurdles to jump though such as culture shock,racism, lack of community and networking..... humility jumps in.

[@alungakabuasa]

Yes. But even Canadian born have no financial knowledge, no savings. Everyone is broke not only Immigrants.

[@teascobie6557]

people born and raised there can no longer live there.....its too expensive

[@kerripendragon4888]

65% of People born and raised there in the west are broke also. Relax.....

[@dexterspeights3484]

CITIZENS of any country will call an IMMIGRANT without FINANCIAL RESOURCES a HUMAN PARASITE!

[@earrth911]

@@teascobie6557 i agree, i live in canada.

[@KentuckyBlue502]

As a black American I was always confused because 1st world nations aren't perfect. And most Americans struggle daily and are in debt

[@ClassyCourtesan]

I'm Black American and I agree.

[@ConstructionHoney]

Unless you have seen the slums of africa or the 3rd world, you dont get how good the bad of the US is.....

[@queenbluntressspeaks2695]

I am also. But as a kid my mom married a African and they thought we were rich we lived in low income housing. We had nothing but he was lying making them think he had made it big.

[@Shazzyhtown]

Very glad u made this video queens!!! Even here in America, we have immigrants really struggling. Their families don't fully understand their hardships, thinking that life is amazing for them overseas....

[@yomzydee6825]

Are those immigrants living beyond their means?

[@Shazzyhtown]

@@yomzydee6825 yes some are, in an effort to impress their families back home. Which is dumb.

[@nolacozy]

“The best time to get a job is when you’re not looking for a job”

[@bisolatijani3571]

FACTS

[@tpmash]

True

[@ejikeokei1860]

Yes it keeps you relaxed

[@dee3489]

I did it the other way grew up in USA and now in Kenya and living better then I ever did when I was in USA.

[@lang6626]

Wow I’m relocating back to Kenya soon. Where are you located in Kenya?

[@dee3489]

@@lang6626 Outside Nairobi

[@Tinuola]

This was a difficult video to make as people often shy away from this topic. But, I’m glad we were able to🤗💕 I hope those watching finds it helpful. 2023 is our year of building abundance!💪🏾

[@WhizQueen]

You're absolutely right! We have to spill the truth regardless. Thanks b

[@tshegofatsomokonoto6409]

So true I find people living back home are living better then me reason being is living in NZ is extremely expensive

[@gildahernandez3557]

Absolutely! I’m an immigrant, and I’m teaching my just graduating from college, going for her master, Grandaughter to thrifting! At first she started to resist, but after visiting a few, she’s learning and I’m hopeful! 💕🙏🏼

[@jevonsims900]

Thrifting is fun I love it

[@TON-os]

Mismanaged finances is one of the biggest reasons for mental health breakdown. It's easier to course through low times with supportive family back home than here

[@kerripendragon4888]

People buy houses they can't afford, cars they can't afford all using loans and credit cards!!!

[@mucholangs]

Cost of living is high. Especially in the cities. Apartment alone is about $1,200/month. And you must pay your rent, or you would be evicted. This is not Nigeria where people owe 2 years rent. If you owe here, you would be evicted, and your credit score would be severely affected. To rent another place becomes difficult.

[@manovrsb]

The cost of living is high but if you try to cut off certain expenses you would not survive . We pay it because we became accustomed to it. It burns a hold on our pocket but it feels better when we have access to to those things we need .

[@dupesonlyanddrugstores7421]

😢😢😢😢 the fact that you have to take care of family members and other countries and you can't even learn how to focus on yourself is kind of reminded me of childhood trauma

[@charlesnwankwo7836]

Me, I no dey buy any shit on credit or designer shit. I live within my means and save my money so I can send money to my parents from time to time for keepup while I prepare for my Exams and for my Masters.

[@westheguitarist8546]

summary.. they are broke because of poor decisions, not because there is no money. Most people complain but they wont come back.

[@kayonaldria]

I agree

[@imahackh]

Very detailed explanation. As a Nigerian in Germany I can confirm that this advice is valid also here!

[@adeolaogunleye7965]

Congratulations!!! Your account is growing faster. I am a long time subscriber. I am happy for you.

[@WhizQueen]

Many many thanks

[@odifek]

These points are really well thought out and well presented. Thanks so much.

[@zainmalonga]

Whenever these two seat together i know something good is coming up. I like the part about competition and especially within the black community. Africans should learn how to stand together. We’re always lagging.

[@WhizQueen]

Exactly…. Let’s work together as a big team 👏🏾

[@dailyvictorytv912]

I respect Jews and Indians when it comes to building together, even when they migrate to Nigeria.

[@LindaM6275]

Thanks for being brave and honest not an easy truth to admit, may the good Lord bless you richly 🙏❤

[@sergeayissi939]

Abroad means where!? Where are you guys living in the first place!?

[@larrydenedo805]

On point. Thank you for this helpful content. It's really insightful to both immigrants and those of us back home

[@olawalegbems5370]

Tanx guys I really learnt a lot from this as I plan to move to Canada come fall. Welldone..!! It actually took me over two years to plan properly 👍

[@ilarryshe6861]

Co-decency is the issue with family. Learn to say no, create boundaries, and thank me later.

[@CryptoNurse83]

Preach sisters!

[@omailtheresia]

Some us the Africans while abroad, they see it as a luxury start living very expensive life for nothing.

[@yoda7105]

Great video. However, that's not what "fear of missing out" is

[@WhizQueen]

What is it called?

[@yoda7105]

@@WhizQueen "social illusion" maybe?

[@og-greenmachine8623]

Never ceases to amaze me why people would come to such a racist continent is this. It’s soul defeating on a daily basis

[@deefredrick8569]

Well done ladies. Happy New year

[@WhizQueen]

Happy new year!

[@TheCoolio1992]

I’m very impressed at these points as a first time viewer, thumbs up girls 👌🏾

[@WhizQueen]

Thank you so much!!

[@adrianaarthur]

We all need to come together as brothers and sisters in Christ. The world needs more love.

[@pasijosi]

Really great videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@WhizQueen]

Our pleasure!

[@johnnwabuforudemezue1108]

Thank you, Keep spilling the truth.

[@AmurakushMedia]

So true. Love the content.

[@EnzBank]

“If you give a man a fish, he will be hungry tomorrow. If you teach a man to fish, he will be richer forever.” Foreign aid-“You give a poor man a fish and you feed him for a day. You teach him to fish and you give him an occupation that will feed him for a lifetime.”

[@giftafuga226]

You guys are beautiful! Truely black is beautiful.

[@joyndem6574]

This was 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 thank you both

[@kemoy_kayan]

Thanks for bringing up this taboo topic.

[@delonthomas5049]

Be skillful many skills yes make sure your learned them.at your country and the country you are travelling to get money kings its the key to any situation 🎉🎉😮😮

[@Patrick-ox8nw]

Great video young ladies

[@JMoroccoMisterBoy]

Tks. much.

[@maryah0422]

Very true as most buy these items on credit and thereby living above their means which is crazy……..they buy lots of liabilities and little or no assets.

[@WhizQueen]

That’s the way of life Abroad

[@maryah0422]

If you want it to be…..it’s not my way of life

[@iwilson6651]

Oh yeah...they count pennies here but splurge when at home to impress people

[@owolabitaiwo4381]

Nice content! Tinuola, kudos to u n ur friend.

[@WhizQueen]

Thank you! 🤗

[@Davinamartins7923]

Thank u guys fir this video

[@annieabedi3229]

Well said

[@therencemeton4696]

Gorgeous Ladies...

[@kerripendragon4888]

Define success.?? What is success? Having A nine bedroom house? Having a 2019 Benz s class? Having 4kids? All on credit??? Nah.....not at all....

[@Useryuic]

I am humble enough to ask questions to Founders of another country! I am strong enough to respect other countries women and men. I am strong enough to listen to people older and more wise then me. I’m humble enough to understand who i am and smart enough to found my own business off advice from OGs!!!!! Don’t ever think your smarter with your stupid education you paid for. While men lesser educated are getting cash from people around the world 🌎 with Euro and their Home Countries currency and will travel all over the world for this Tatoo shop you will never go to!!!!

[@Useryuic]

Kimberly Diaz - Founder of Amsterdam Netherlands 🇳🇱- Nrver had the same life . Has a tattoo business till the day !

[@KayKay-rm5mr]

I live in London and am not broke pls speak for yourself

[@remedyrme9688]

Hi whizzqueen . Is it possible for someone to apply for a student visa and also a permanent resident over there in Canada

[@christinekisuule7685]

Go to the embassy and apply as a permanent resident in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is too cold in winter, but you will be okay.

[@remedyrme9688]

@@christinekisuule7685 okay. Thank you very much

[@nnekanwosu7649]

Very informative, but looks a little bit stiff and over rehearsed, I wish it was more spontaneous.

[@umekesiobijacinta4291]

Of course they have to rehearse. This is a serious issue they are pointing at that people need to listen to 🙌🏾

[@Emma-qe1kc]

I agree, it made the video painfully boring. It’s important to add some personality to videos instead of just sounding like a robot

[@WhizQueen]

Thanks for watching. Your feedback is noted

[@emanjewels7588]

Very correct. specially in Dubai.ha ha.

[@audreylee1076]

Poor black always buying designers brands. With the loud logos. They need to stop making these people rich...

[@iamstacyswift]

Ain’t that the trust 😂

[@eliteoutlaw3210]

They are beautiful

[@kaydee5931]

True

[@Torusvlog]

Whizkween what are you using… your skin is really fine

[@WhizQueen]

Shea butter and cocoa butter does the magic 🥰 Thank you

[@blessingboniface1638]

I'm interested in working in Canada please please help me

[@X1014real]

aaaaah! Omo, you beautiful ladies are just stingy! leave them o, Let them live their lives however way. Experience is the best teacher in life o. I hope "they" listen and watch more of ya videos. chao!

[@lady-roselady-rose9002]

This is credible

[@WhizQueen]

👏🏾

[@iwilson6651]

Oh...and I've been much happier since i deleted Instagram haha

[@Zimboprenuer]

Black Tax🤺

[@WhizQueen]

📌

[@hilaryodinamba7199]

Don't play yourself

[@oparasamuel9068]

You guys are just looking for content to discuss.

[@hellshulk]

Us against the world?

[@WhizQueen]

not literally

[@hellshulk]

@@WhizQueen Happens when English is not our first language. Greetings from India, my people face similar problems.

[@hilaryjoseph9706]

Do you ladies recommend any immigration agents that are honest and reliable

[@ariamason9324]

They are all scammers

[@hilaryjoseph9706]

@@ariamason9324 wow..not one agent who is honest.

[@ariamason9324]

@@hilaryjoseph9706 better to deal with immigration directly...you don't need a middle man. It's actually very easy to apply on your own once you understand English or French.

[@hilaryjoseph9706]

@@ariamason9324 really?

[@ariamason9324]

@@hilaryjoseph9706 what do you think an agent will do for you except take your money. If you meet the criteria immigration is requiring then that's all you need. If you don't meet the requirements and hire an agent, the immigration department will still deny you. If you are coming for school that is easy. If you are coming for work visa immigration lists the criteria on their website. If you are refugee there is a process for that. If you have no reliable support financially overseas stay where you are. If you make a decent living in your country then stay there.

[@bengwalla92]

jealousy lol

[@UrbanGuitarLegend]

Dave Ramsey....

[@HSS7564]

Loosers ☝️😁

[@alanatrotman2750]

Loser👆

[@DhinCardoso]

So many years living in Canada and yet with "that" Engrish ☺... work your accent out, stay crafting your language skills, get rid of language vices - you girls have such a nice vibe and such a nice look (I'm trying to say that you are beautiful) your 'visage' doesn't fit your communication skills

[@bolu101]

You can't even spell English right and you're coming for their accent. Work on your mindset

[@susanwjoh0re735]

Any woman who calls herself queen needs a psychologist

[@ataurusqueenofzion916]

Yes we are broke because those back home treat us as ATM machines,never stopping to think about what sacrifices and the hours we spent making our money .This is why I stopped making posts about my life abroad, some people back home get so catty about it, especially If they once asked me for money or to sponsor them for a visa and I told them that I am broke I can't afford it, my Visa type does not allow me to sponsor anybody unless they are close family members ie my parents., I get put off.

[@swiitdoll]

I don’t ever send anybody money. But then my whole family migrated to England 11 years ago. Some other cousins also moved over twenty years ago. The other extended family I barely speak to them and if they ask, I simply say I don’t have

[@ConstructionHoney]

Unfortunately it's something that will keep you down and you need to set boundaries which looks like you doing. Keep going, work for yourself because would they help you if you asked for help ?

[@graciakinyanjui6937]

you dnt owe anyone do you

[@franklinbrown5625]

Very true

[@global1federalexpress80]

Some people back home are even doing much better than abroad folks .

[@stevenroshni1228]

The average American has less than one month of savings. So obviously you need to do something different. Many are counting on Social Security to get through retirement or a disability, as an immigrant you might not get access to those.

[@emmsonbrown2249]

The reason I am a loner is because majority of diasporans hate the facts that I say it like it is. Always ask them to tell the truth to those back home on the realities here but they won’t instead they want to borrow from me to go and impress and I am like no I too will want to go and show off but I know it’s all a lie. A friend has 3 kids here with two Danish women separated with them cause Danish women can’t stand a show off who has nothing. My phone rings almost all the time for child support money to borrow and I say no. Right now he is exploiting his kids on Facebook with a page of a single father wanting to be a celebrity with mixed kids pathetic 🤦‍♂️ Attention has beaten heroin to be the most expensive commodity in the world.

[@blueresolve2954]

Wow!

[@nzuri5459]

School never teach folks: 1. Financial education. 2. Financial discipline.

[@OChem928]

Black tax is the #1 reason why a lot Nigerians are broke overseas. Nigerians in Nigeria send you invitations for countless ceremonies - birthdays, burials, weddings , child dedications, house warming parties, thanksgivings , graduation parties with the intent to collect money from you even though you are not going to be physically present in those ceremonies due to distance barriers. They also bother you with other financial issues such as rents, school fees , Christmas bills, hospital bills, money to support their businesses , etc. You have to avoid black tax by all means if you must grow financially overseas. You have to send money to people back home according to your financial capacity while bearing in mind that you CANNOT solve every problem because you are not GOD. Do not lend money to anyone back home in Naija. He or she is most likely not going to pay you back.

[@dreamer6508]

I am never lend what I cannot afford to lose

[@omailtheresia]

One real fact in the relationship between home based and abroad is poverty. If someone finance you to go abroad, you become a slave to them. This people suffering will never tell you the truth. Imagine a family selling the only source of livelihood to send one person abroad. Very terrible.

[@shell5988]

This is a much more complex issue, especially in the US. Immigrants come into a country where your necessities are inflated. Housing, health care, child care and education. These are cost where it’s almost impossible to avoid. Especially being new to the country, you can’t inherit assets that cut cost for you like a family home so you pay high rent. You fall into debt even with several jobs. Which is the whole point of the system, to give you debt for everything you want or need. The iPhones and instagram don’t help but they’re not the root cause. The road to success is here but very narrow and getting more so. I was lucky but avoiding debt is almost impossible, the American dream isn’t what it use to be. Most people just make as much as they can sell everything and go back home so they can reduce their cost of living.

[@johnm.3415]

The conclusion of your todays sermon is “ THE GRASS IS NOT GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE “!😅. Water your own grass & it’ll flourish wherever you are . 👍🏻👄

[@WhizQueen]

Exactly 🤌🏽

[@dreamdiction]

hahaha They will never go back to Africa.

[@ezekwerenora2759]

So true.

[@rationalbeing4928]

Why not stay and build up your Country

[@Manny44667]

People back home always think we rich, reality is deiciving. Good informational video👍🏻

[@gildahernandez3557]

That comes from what they see on screen, then we don’t tell the truth, we try to want to keep up with an image... All a lie, deception!! 💕🙏🏼

[@ataurusqueenofzion916]

@@gildahernandez3557 which is not to say blk people in general do not exaggrate their lifestyles right? Lol

[@chinaarlene7035]

@@ataurusqueenofzion916 only airhead do that.

[@tamsinwood2]

Such an unintelligent analysis! The two of you are not giving your viewers adequate information. The real reasons are: some immigrants are in low wage jobs; housing costs in cities are very high; childcare is expensive and daily travel costs are high.

[@bolu101]

Those are obvious reasons, they are coming from a different angle that most people don't know about

[@megannyabawa3369]

Well done! Take home lesson: Quit people pleasing and mind your own business.

[@smoothoperator9845]

While you are driving, mind your own lane and be aware of your surroundings.

[@aeiou0123]

You need to mingle with d right ppl. Plenty you know might be broke but plenty others are not broke. Get your energy and mindset right and watch your life and friends upgrade. Good luck

[@WhizQueen]

No lies told ✅

[@annasirri87]

No one lie told. I moved to the USA 10yrs ago and did not have the right people to advise me on long term planning. Was working 3 different unskilled jobs because i had to support family back home. Had to sit down and retrospect my life after 5 years. Took the courage to stop pleasing family at home, went back to school and today I am working one well paid job that offer benefits. I am greatful for what I have become but I wish I started sooner.

[@afrikanheritage99]

Just pray you never get sick that affects your ability to work in America and you see yourself in GROUND ZERO. This country offers no one stability.

[@maryah0422]

Great you realized and made the required decision to change your situation

[@shaylaahava6413]

Same thing for those living abroad from the Caribbean Islands. Debt is a way of life for many who care what others think. Not worth it. 👍🏽 Good vid.

[@preciousx2459]

Yes black tax has left me struggling but I have decided no more

[@tosin0911]

God bless you two. I pray people back home wake up and smell the cookie. Abroad is harder than Nigeria, and you can't afford the standard of life you live in Nigeria, so you need to get humble. The tide swiftly carries you off otherwise. I buy my clothes from Matalan and I am not even ashamed to say it, I have been buying from there for nearly 20 years.

[@adizatuawudu4421]

God bless you for being honest

[@latariewilliams6426]

What is Matalan? Forgive for asking. I'm from the US.

[@tosin0911]

@latariewilliams6426 it is a general store in the United Kingdom. They sell everything used in homes and clothing at bargain prices.

[@latariewilliams6426]

@@tosin0911 Cool. Some of our bargain stores are Walmart, Ollie's, Maxway, or Rose's.

[@tosin0911]

@@latariewilliams6426 I have been to them all. I lived in New York for a period of two years and Walmart was my favorite of the stores.

[@eefiekel3954]

We like to keep up appearances but this is the blunt truth, many of us live on loans and credit 😅

[@WhizQueen]

Crazyyyy but facts 🤌🏽

[@bigwillbrooks2583]

No correct that comment.some people like to live that way..My grandfather taught me a long time ago.Dont spend more than what you make.COMMON SENSE.But like you said alot of peole are about flaunting and impressing others. For myself i care less what the Jones are doing .just saying

[@pragueexpat5106]

It's the same for other "3rd world" countries too, as a Central Asian living in Europe, I can attest to it.

[@linzierogers5024]

Black American heterosexual octogenarian male widower here. Excellent video. One point. What you earn is important. How much of it you keep is more important. Learn to live debt free. As to being asked for money, Remember Shakespeare, " Neither a borrower nor a lender be..." Learn to say no and to hell with whether they like it or not. If the love of money is the root of all evil then the lack of money is the root of most headaches. Just a thought.

[@amyseaden9069]

I volunteer helping immigrate and this is such great and common sense advice but I see so many people want the fast and easiest way to immigrate versus longterm success. Many chose easy study programs where they can work the most and not programs that will lead to good well paying income after graduation. Many are also facing family/community pressure to immigrate and not looking whether it makes sense to immigrate. I always counsel potential immigrants to look whether it makes sense to immigrate especially if you are successful in your home country. I unfortunately also see new immigrants trusting members of their expat community and unfortunately many take advantage of their own home community members. Whether it is charging high rents and renting rooms in poor condition for high prices or getting people jobs that really benefits the business owner. Many people feel like they had go through a tough time when they immigrated, they feel they need to take advantage of the current new immigrants. I always suggest it is best to try to integrate into the wider community.

[@temif6469]

Thank you for sharing . I love the part of having an abundance mindset , it’s very very important . Love❤

[@TCshore1]

Great advice for all too much is spent on way overpriced ( luxurious things) just to impress. Who is being fooled by buying counterfeit high end bring Nobody only yourself

[@exquisitecaribbeanqueen7198]

Addressing mostly Jamaicans...haha not just Africa. I never understood why people send so much money to waste on food, call phones and clothes.....these black dominant countries have land resources, go plant and stop begging to buy frivolous things. Glad you're addressing this problem, its bigger than you think.. Impulse migration. Yeeeeeers, may have wasted many years abroad .....do you know what can be accomplished staying in your country.

[@nnekaezeanya.]

Okurrrrr..... This is the kind of content I signed up for ma'am❤

[@WhizQueen]

Let’s go 💃🏼