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[@lornah9267]

My Dad lived through the Great Depression, and after my Mum died he would do a cook up once every couple of weeks where he would put cheap cuts of finely cut meat in, and vegetables he grew or bought, (and what we called weeds), some spices and seasoning, cubed potato or 15 mins before it was ready he would throw rice into it. It would absorb some of the liquid, but he would get 14-16 containers that he would then freeze. He would eat the same thing every day. His power and grocery bills were a quarter of what other people paid, and walked anywhere within a 15 mile radius rather than drive the car! The food he scavenged included comfrey, dandelion leaves, watercress, sour thistle, etc. The only sauce he ever used was tomato sauce. He lived till he was 96, and Mum died 25 years before him. At 92 he was still using chainsaws, climbing trees, cleaning out his house gutters - he always said the Depression made him mentally and physically tough.

[@FacediGu]

So true. Mum grew up in poverty and she is the toughest (and most frugal) person I know. We also had a food garden, kept poultry, foraged for weeds, and learned how to cook nutritious and economical meals from a young age. Even today, I can't bring myself to waste money on useless things. If I want to treat myself, I will buy a fruit tree or vegetable seeds!

[@wandatonkin2065]

Would haven't wanted to live during this time.

[@scotland99]

Your dad is a true hero! I would like to add that the depression made him mentally and physically tough and add it made him wise also. Thanks for sharing your story and the recipe!!!

[@laetitialogan2017]

We will never again see the likes of that generation....tough and resourceful ❤❤❤

[@louannhuber2651]

@@virginialangford6257 Ice boxes were used for freezing before 1924.

[@lindadorman2869]

When I turned 58, I was unemployed, broke and $30K in debt with nothing saved for retirement. It scared the heck out of me and the stress of not being able to pay bills was killing me. I sold my house (short sale/no equity), 2001 Camry (150K miles) and everything I owned, paid off my debt and started my own reselling business. Now age 62, I net $6K/mo., have a substantial savings account and my only expenses are rent, utilities, phone, bus fare and food. I live on $1500/mo. and save $4500/mo. I rent a 600SF studio and my landlord has never raised the rent. I’m a professional chef so I never eat out. I walk or take the bus everywhere. I switched to Mint Mobile. My credit score went from 590 to 820. The secret is you have to be willing to stop wanting things and make saving cash the bigger priority above all else.

[@TheTiayahi]

Congratulations on turning your financial life around!

[@MsCatchingup]

What did you start reselling?

[@reneehenderson4818]

Congratulations! Having such courage to turn your life around and continue to take one step after the other, charging forward, is amazing!

[@cameronbuchanan902]

I heard an ad on my radio while driving about two years ago regarding a new seniors program with my internet provider. I called them and my monthly bill was reduced from $60.00 per month to $10.50. It never hurts to ask.

[@cameronbuchanan902]

@@pennynickels5216 Telus

[@soseconds6591]

I just bought a one-owner 2002 GMC Envoy with 118,752 miles (avg. 5,655/yr). An 81 yo lady bought it new from the local GMC dealership when she was 60 yo. Always had the dealer service it and it was garage kept from day one. The lady died and her children were selling the house ($564k, which was $200k below comps because it was "dated") and the SUV. They said many people wanted the Envoy but never showed up to check it out. So, I went to test drive it. It is immaculate, headlights and tires look brand new and it's loaded with leather, heated, memory seats, tow package and everything but a sunroof (top trim). I looked at the garage floor at her house for any stains and it was pristine, not even any water spots on it. Needless to say, I said "yes" to the SUV for the asking price of $2,500. Drives and rides like a dream. Thanks PP for encouraging me to hold out and drive my beater minivan until a better and "newer-like" ride came along I could pay cash for. Having no car payment made the decision even sweeter. 😊

[@PrepperPrincess]

$2500?!??!! Okay, I am officially jealous!

[@annsaunders5768]

You are blessed!

[@inspiredbyanangel]

We paid off our mortgage this week!!! Took us 2.5yrs. 🎉 not a fancy house at all but it’s OURS! We went nowhere, never got take out, 1 car family, grow a lot of our own food (easy to do when you aren’t going anywhere else lol) and eat as simply as possible. Brought us so much closer in our marriage too!

[@AnonYmous-UserNotFound]

Congratulations! That’s so inspirational

[@ragdollpreppers2648]

🎉🎉🎉CONGRATULATIONS ❤❤❤

[@debbiesavage7107]

Yay, you!! It’s sooo worth it!!

[@sulalee7413]

I do feel for people who don't see how they can cut expenditure. It's a horrible situation to be in, when you feel everything is so important. Trying to live with a lower budget but without misery can be hell. I live alone (in South-West England) I'm on a limited pension due to disability but my electricity bill (though I have no heating, no insulation, no boiler, no washing machine or dishwasher. I do it all manually. I have a pc, an oven, a tv and an electric fan.) but each month the power bill went up and up until last month it was £179 (roughly $229.54). I called the power company but they just said that's how much you're using. But for £150 they can check at my house. I fell for that in the past but they just find it is correct. But this time my bro-in-law went through every socket, checked what they did and where they ran to then turned the others off - like the garage, where my treadmill is kept but as I don't use it these days (remember the mobility issue?) so he turned it off. This month my bill was £79.77 ($102.29)! I am delighted, just so very happy I kept checking. :)

[@davidb_iv]

78k left on my mortgage and I’m 100% debt free!

[@java3416]

My husband and I pay $196 per month for car insurance through Liberty Mutual. I got a quote from AAA for $170 so I called Liberty Mutual and told them we're considering moving over to AAA unless they can match that quote or lower it even more. Now our monthly bill with Liberty Mutual is $145, woohoo!

[@debbieframpton3857]

I don't know what kind of car you drive or where you live but I have a 2020 Buick Encore I only pay about a quarter of what you pay through State Farm also ensure home and my daughter has a 2019 Chevy Trax

[@cameronbuchanan902]

I called my house insurance and asked how I could reduce my payments without losing any of my coverage. They went through a list of things I had updated in recent years such as a new chimney. In twenty minutes my monthly insurance cost was reduced but $55.00.

[@missmissi6388]

A friend of mine is going through financial problems, everytime we meet up she crys about money she doesnt have, but she goes and gets her Hair, nails and tan done on the regular. Speaks volumes doesn't it. 🤦🙄

[@faithrada]

It's painful to watch. Arrgghh

[@sjchan3199]

Some people just dont see it. Its mind blowing

[@shirleyferber245]

I made the calls Amazing! Cable went from $180 to $40 to cancellation.

[@joycewright5386]

Mine went from $220 to $60!

[@ellenbedford3888]

I went to cancel my cable and when they asked why - I told the guy I had to go bare bones - I was disabled, and going through a divorce (he didn’t want to deal with a disabled wife). The guy felt bad, and let me keep basic cable for $0. I had also signed up for their mobile service for $30 a month. That’s the cheapest I ever found anywhere!

[@denisebiendarra5996]

You’re right about not romanticizing the Depression. My parents were teenagers then and talked about the hardships many times when I was growing up.

[@ruthdennisKnits]

From my mid 20s up until I retired each time I got a raise it went into my 401K. I was a single mom of one for 15 years. When I married I convinced my husband to save his raises also. We bought a house below what the banks said we could afford. Glad we did that now that I’m a widow and live alone. We paid the house off early and saved.

[@sandyjaniegallardo15]

Hey girl, my husband and I switched to Mint Mobile last year, thanks to you. We have saved so much money compared to what Verizon was charging us. I finally got my daughter, who is 30 yrs old to make the switch and I actually got a $100 credit towards my renewal. It's so nice to pay once a year and not worry about a monthly bill with hidden charges. Now, if I can only get my 33 yr old son to make the switch, it would save him so much money but you know millennials, they are so stubborn.

[@PrepperPrincess]

Woo hoo! That’s great! If you get your so. To switch and get another $100, that just paid for your cell phone for more than a year

[@ericastout4552]

​@@PrepperPrincess what do you mean, when you say yearly bill?

[@Naturenerd1000]

My Grandma lived through the Great Depression as a kid. When I complained about inflation to her she said "just work more hours. "🤣

[@derpmcgee6736]

Called our internet provider, saved 50.00 per month. Now if I could only get my husband to stop spending so much! I appreciate you!

[@paulawilliams1474]

Agree. Easier to save without having a spouse and kids. It can be done though, just not at Princess level.

[@suelala3706]

You forgot to mention the local library! Besides borrowing books and magazines for free, I have taken calligraphy lessons, paper crafting classes, watched movies, listened to live music and so much more at the library...tons of fun for no cost! I can also borrow museum passes for free!

[@ruthierue62]

in uk books/ magazines /newspapers are free but sadly not movies

[@NC-dv8yf]

I just found out there is something called Affordable Connectivity Program apparently people can get free internet or a credit towards certain internet- income plan requirements apply - but doesn’t hurt to check out if you are low income

[@jennyeagan1840]

Am wondering if that's wi fi only connections. Live in a neighborhood with a grocery store near by and a few hotels, all kinds of tourists coming and going. Not sure if my connectivity would be private.

[@bethbainbridge8601]

I will never pay for cable again! It was like throwing my hard earned money down the drain. Thank you for giving us endless ideas that really work! Taking my money that I saved from no cable to build a emergency fund. 😂 L.O.L on calling us out about Can't or don't was to?? Girl I love you for always keeping it real.

[@mcspankie2010]

I went to dinner at my neighbors the other night and she told me they no longer have internet, she grew up in Kazakhstan where things were iffy at best. They sometimes had gas and Electric sometimes not. She is a physician now and can easily afford whatever she wants. She told me she doesnt have house wide internet bc she doesnt NEED it, her kids are in college and out of the house her husband travels most of the year. She uses a hotspot(shes a freakin DR and gets by with that) and it works fine for her. Her roof which is a flat adobe style? is covered in solar panels. She wastes NOTHING!!!! between her and PP im learning to be more frugal in case my family has to be at some point thank you both!!!!!

[@alinatamashevich3354]

@@wildhorses6817 It is internet connection using your cell phone.( some can be a a separate unit) Be careful as over use can result in big charges if you have a data cap plan.

[@mayamcqueen1144]

I can live without internet, no problem, but my husband would die immediately

[@carojames6776]

@@mayamcqueen1144 So would the rest of the planet !!!

[@Shemsa08]

@@mayamcqueen1144 🤣🤣🤣

[@martyshannon7542]

Agree. I don't Romanticize the Depression, War, Mule & Plow Farming. I read about it and appreciate what Modern Times do for Society.

[@terryhoffmann8652]

I saved $460 per use, using Mint Mobile. It is $15 per month paid in advance plus a one-time administrative fee of about $20. There was an issue with service the first week I joined, but I called and it was fixed and I have never had a problem since. I don't even drop calls in my usual Verizon drop zone. Thanks Prepper Princess

[@johndorney4888]

P.P.: I'm almost 70, "live" in ragged old house with no hot water,tv, washer dryer, microwave a c. or car. Walk and ride bicycle to store and other places. I live in southeast Texas and it's really hot and humid here get small s.s. check. Take care

[@dw9416]

Oh, where do I begin? My fiance and I go to dances in our area that only cost about $7 per person to get in, listen to great live music and enjoy an evening of dancing. We have family game nights playing cards or board games with our adult kids and grandkids. We go to our local community theater and see plays for $10-$15, much cheaper than the big city theaters. Plus we don't have to pay for parking and so forth. I teach a line dance class and I only charge $5 per person so people can look into classes in their area that don't cost much. On the subject of food, we only spend about $100 a month for the two of us. I shop at a store owned by a Mennonite family and their prices are so low, they only accept cash! And I never turn down free food because if I can't use it, I always know someone who can and I pay it forward. And I gave up meat and started learning what I can substitute. I've learned some great new recipes that way. Make it fun and challenge yourself to find ways to save money! It can be done. P.S. We have a garden too.

[@cherylT321]

Wonderful ideas; thank you!

[@janiewerner]

Your life sounds like a dream. What state are you in?

[@dw9416]

@@janiewerner Tennessee

[@heathernicholson4160]

I don't buy internet or cable/satellite. I have a digital antenna for the basic channels and use my smartphone for email and internet. Anything more in depth go to the library for.

[@PenniP]

I got a super PT job at the San Diego Zoo. One of the perks I receive is free admission to the Zoo. In addition, I get free admission to every museum in San Diego, including the USS Midway, Scripps Aquarium, Comic-Con museum etc. This perk saves me $100’s a month!

[@cherylT321]

Awesome!

[@kimpatterson8741]

You can also add rice to the chicken soup

[@Back-handedLuck-ul7ms]

I wonder how much of the rising grocery prices are due to the fact that during the pandemic many people began cooking and when they found out how much cheaper it can be, kept on. Went to the grocery store today, and literally the price averaged 25% higher than they were for the same items 2 weeks ago (almost the exact same items). Time to look for cheaper recipes.

[@sandimcclain6523]

I got rid of direct tv about 2 years ago because of increasing rates and crappy service and infomercials like crepe erase! I was sick of it! I made sure my new Roku was connected and worked on both of my TVs and I cut the cord! My phone service is with straight talk and I will be checking into mint and I renew my car/home insurance and will check into AAA! Thanks for all the suggestions Prepper Princess! ❤

[@emmakayvee6797]

A PP fan over here. Keep on keepin' on. You are very inspiring. What is amazing is that what you preach should be the norm. People would be so much happier if they kept things simple. Re. electricity - I had the option of pay-per-use v. averaged rates. Turns out, the averaged rates ran cheaper for me so I switched it, just on click of a button. Hang dry my clothes between May-October. Paid down LOC. It took almost three years. Took lots of discipline but felt SO great when I made that last payment. No cable. Don't miss it. Prefer radio actually. Living simple gets easier. It does require not caring about the Jones' and doing what works for you.

[@amberp5207]

I was blessed to know my daughter’s Great Great Grandmother that lived thru the depression in SC. She taught me how to make so much out of 1 chicken leg, flour & potatoes to feed an entire family. My grandmother lived in Italy through WWll & I spent my summers w/her and other family members, but she was the last person to immigrate to America. Unfortunately, these people r no longer living, but I credit those 2 women for making me the woman, wife & mother I am today at almost 46. I’ve been thru and had have had to deal w/so much bs in my life, as most people do w/5 children in tow. They never knew when I had money & they never knew when we didn’t, bc where there’s a will, there is a way. For instance, if I had to buy my own food, grow it, have it donated or go down to the welfare office, I did what I had to do. U just have to get your mind right & think. I’m constantly planning bc I know someone or something is going to mess it up. Yes, I made the decision to have 5 children, but I didn’t make the choices & decisions as their father. I had to accept that was out of my hands. It’s ok to struggle sometimes. U learn and grow from it. U also learn not to ever take anything or anyone for granted. Buy your clothes, but learn to sew. Buy your food, but know how to cook it and grow it. What they don’t teach in school is basic life skills and surviving 101. I really hope some young adults r watching this channel bc it truly is so educational. Thank u Prepper Princess. SideNote-all if my children r grown except 1 and when they were at the appropriate age, I would tell them all the mistakes I made, bc I never want them to have to go thru what I had to do and when they choose to listen to me, they dodge a ton of bullets.

[@wandahall4435]

PP and Rocky and Nala Love Ya'll ❤❤❤

[@CoinChaser1933]

i think school curriculum should include money lessons. it is such an important lesson.

[@seekingjoynow1722]

Your videos are getting better and better. So much good advice, and you have lived it. You seem happy in your new place and I love the doggies..

[@tracieschrock9519]

i have had 5 kids..all grown adults now, but i hardly ever bought new clothes except for 1 new outfit for the 1st day of school..always bought thrifted clothes..shoes were new as well as unders/socks. cheapest as possible on groceries. now my kids can cook/laundry/shop and do it on a budget..just hubby and i so now i make alot of dollartree recipes and salvage grocery shopping.

[@donnajo82763]

My mom left when I was 12. So being the only girl in the house at that time I learned how to cook, clean and do laundry at a young age. Money was tight but we learned to adapted with what we had. It made me a better person and more frugal in my adult life. Your giving awesome advice. Thank you.

[@rld1278]

I used to use 80/20 hamburger for all dishes requiring hamburger, and I eat them often. I watched a few vids that stated the 70/30 was more flavorful for burgers so I switched and saved money to boot.

[@seekingjoynow1722]

Cooking really saves you money. If you don't have the Instant Pot, get one. It uses less energy than a crockpot and cooks things fast. You can even make your own yogurt.

[@TheFrugalMom0507]

I love my instant pot. It was a worthwhile investment.

[@geetadaby7437]

A pressure cooker is great too! Saves time, energy and is very useful to cook protein packed inexpensive beans and lentils!

[@catshultz9045]

I have the crock pot brand version of the instant pot. You can really make yogurt? My sis makes a killer cheesecake in it I’m thinking Turkey breast on sale and cooking it for dinner but the …. Ahh the sandwiches after lol

[@TheFrugalMom0507]

@@catshultz9045 I didn’t know crockpot made a pressure cooker. I’m not sure about the crockpot pressure cooker but in the instant pot brand pressure cooker you can make yogurt. It’s delicious and easy.

[@annetedder8202]

I'm eating a mostly plant based diet and have found that to be the most economical. In addition, growing my own perennial produce is helpful. Meat and dairy products are used sparingly.

[@knotqueen2419]

Yes, on letting the kids know about household expenses! After doing that, my son started his own lawn mowing business and started paying for his own stuff!

[@goskaes5468]

:D chicken soup with noodlles is MUST for Sunday LUNCH STARTER in Poland. Followed by schnytzel,cabbage and potatoes. Its always first dish served at wedding reception. But...on Monday,leftovers of chicken soup make tomato soup,just by adding tomato concentrate and cream.Also with noodles! :D MUST in Poland!

[@smustipher]

Love Polish chicken soup. :) visited Poland for first time last month. Loved it! Wonderful people and healthy, frugal food.

[@user-qo1jz6mn1k]

Thanks to you Prepper Princess, with videos like this, I went from an $88.07 a month cell phone bill to $15 a month with mint. I also went from $128 a month in car insurance to $154 for 6 months! The rates were drastically better at AAA anr I dropped to liability since I paid my car off. Plus saved $400 a year in homeowners insurance. Thank you and keep making videos like this one, they are very helpful.

[@Beingnessing]

Remember to always ask for a senior discount if you are a senior

[@lisawood8207]

Hey now. Good advice. I sold my house and live in van for free on our public lands. No electric (other than propane for cooking). No cable/wifi - TMobile unlimited is enough. Cooked some dried beans in my solar oven the other day (also use it to heat water). Gasoline costs for my van is less than my previous commute, but always a great view and my pup and I can hike and explore from base camp. Not for everyone but it's the happiest and less stressed ever. ( Former professional and mother to two adult children) Also get the credit card with no fee, that pays cash back (I'm getting 2% back on everything), just pay the full balance every month.

[@maryellenyork2819]

This summer, it's gas, food (no junk or restaurant food), utilities and car/home insurance only. Today, I attended a free giveaway at a church and found craft supplies. (I miss shopping at Dollar Tree but am determined to "craft my stash" only, so the free items fed my shopping urge.) We have a "Buy Nothing" group in my town, so I occasionally get a few new-to-me items. It's actually fun to avoid stores, grow food and flowers, and get creative without spending more.

[@sabrinagrant2791]

I changed insurance companies and bundled by house and car and saved $90 per month. I wish I had listened to you earlier.

[@joycewright5386]

We did that once but then the following year the premium went way higher and we had to unbundle.

[@raineedaytinyfilms]

I paid off all my debt AND had saving during ‘lockdown’ - it was crazy

[@marjiecleveland]

I bought a Firestick on sale for $20 so no cable bill. I share phone service with my son and pay $15 each. I dry clothes on a rack to save $. I bundle errands to save gas. You’ve helped me out a lot!!

[@susandiggins4419]

Like your videos & am learning so much. I am retired since January & your videos have been so helpful. I like your personality 👍🏼🙂

[@mysticallavish1360]

Thank you, i had no idea zoos have free days! Ill be looking into different places now.❤

[@dechinta]

7:13 My car was purchased about a month ago. It is a 2004 Hyundai Sante Fe with only 75,000 miles on it. It was a one-owner car. The original owner purchased it new and only sold it one month ago.....for $4000. It is beautiful, drives well and I am loving it. I live in Alabama and the car was in Georgia. I still keep going to the front door and peeking outside to just look at it. It is beautiful. But it is dependable! That's the most important thing. When I crank it up, it will GO. I was seriously looking on the Wal-Mart website at bicycles because I could not afford a car. So to be able to get this.....absolute heaven. 13:30 Oh gosh yes, noodles make soups so much better and they're so cheap! I like extra-large elbow noodles. Yum. Or you can even cook rice in it and the dogs will love it! 25:00 I don't know about other states, but if you're a senior citizen in Alabama, you can get a free fishing license for life.

[@angelas6683]

Yesterday, I called Frontier to see if I could reduce the cost, based on your earlier video. The rep found a way to reduce the charge by $10/month. But she was working remotely and couldn't stay connected to their system. Said she would have to call me back. Today I realized I hadn't heard back from her so called again, and got a rep who was able to reduce my monthly cost by $20 AND give me a faster speed. Thanks suggesting we try! Next...insurance! 😂

[@jennymontague851]

Using any public wifi in these days is very dangerous as `hacking' has gotten way out of hand. Hackers are getting more and more sophisticated and they can really mess you up. Please do not recommend public WIFI.

[@PrepperPrincess]

I recommend public Wifi. My opinion. It is fine if you don't agree, but do NOT tell me what I should say to other people.

[@lorys.7105]

But is true. Free WiFi is not safe.

[@marjamesquire8141]

Tiny pastini stars go best in chicken noodle soup; my frugal Italian mother taught me that. It’s a small blue pasta box and it goes pretty far.

[@lemonteapot1061]

A great tip we learnt recently was actually cooking the whole chicken in the crockpot- fill it with water so that it’s about half full, then you don’t need to cook the bones separately, because the broth is made that way AND it’s such lovely quality 🤩

[@azgardenlover370]

I cook my chicken in the crockpot as well. I never add water. It makes plenty of broth without it. I also put a couple of folded dish towels over the top. Makes it more like an oven and things cook more quickly.

[@lemonteapot1061]

@@azgardenlover370 it’s amazing isn’t it! 🤩 maybe in the summer when we don’t need so much broth we’ll try it without water.

[@robertw8666]

My biggest money saving tip is to give up buying meat. I am not a vegetarian but just refuse to pay the prices they charge, If I don't catch. it from the lake I just eat beans instead,

[@jennycarrier]

i agree ,,i eat chiken beans...dont care for meat anyway:)..spice do miracle..realy

[@nativeplantgardenclub3424]

Add rice to the stock, too.

[@stevestewart007]

Just a caution about unplugging things like refrigerator and hot water heaters. Sometimes those things don't continue to work well by unplugging them and re-plugging them. As far as computers and lights and heaters, those turn off easily. When I lived in Texas, we turned off our air conditioners at night and opened our windows and turned on ceiling fans. Use small appliances like crock pots or Instant Pots and toaster ovens or air fryers that use way less electricity than whole ovens and stove tops.

[@hfortenberry]

Awe, you' re soooo sweet, thinking about how you could have helped you Mom growing up if you'd only known. 🥰 I have always used my own internet router. Also, I had my gas shut off when it got hot outside a couple months ago. I don't need to pay the monthly bill even if it was low. I just use cold water and here in Gulf coast Texas, the "cold" water is nice and luke-warm. If I want a hot shower, I go to the gym. If I need hot water for tea or something I just boil it in my electric kettle.

[@Dreamer-by4nk]

I got my internet bill dropped from 80 a month to 32.00! I was looking for cheaper and since I was a long term customer, they did that, also I’m on mint now, so I was paying 45. A month, down to 15! Thank you for helping us! Now when I’m working and sleeping, I’m going to turn off my motum and see how much difference electric bill is! Yey♥

[@PrepperPrincess]

That’s $78/mo. Savings. Not bad that’s $936/yr.

[@maswilli]

your last video, you spoke about making your own croutons! Bread goes bad in our home and i was amazed that i didn't think about that. I was able to make a batch for my family. Thanks for speaking of this. You never know what small things can help someone else

[@lindadorman2869]

You can also make your own plain or seasoned bread crumbs from stale bread by toasting the cubes and then either putting them in a food processor or just put in a plastic bag and smash them as coarse or fine as you like.

[@joanprofit6301]

Bread pudding is a family favourite in our home… uses up stale bread, eggs and milk and is delicious 😊

[@melanienicholson2834]

I'm a senior, disabled and retired. I save, maybe not as much as some could. I have sinking funds and an emergency fund. I do save for a bi yearly food haul. I budget 150.00 a month for food/hygiene/cat supplies etc.... I eat well and I cook mainly from scratch. Today I batch cooked, hummus, naan, macaroni vegetable dish and a green salad. Life is good. I will try calling mint mobile, whereas I live in a rural.....160 miles from a big town. So we shall see.

[@Lepa733]

Unfortunately I do not have to imagine how is it when your bank bankrupt and the war starts…and I am still alive and 💰recovered

[@lindatrey1301]

@Anka van BebberThat’s really interesting! I’ve been thinking about investing in digital currencies lately but wondering how to do it. Do anyone have any thought on that?

[@lindatrey1301]

Thanks for the suggestion how do I reach out to her please?

[@jamewilliams7660]

She’s an awesome person I’ve made $2,125,000 trading with her I’m blessed to meet her

[@johnpsalm6511]

Honestly, I’m surprised that this Expert Cathie wood is mentioned here, came across the testimonies of some of her clients last week on CNBC news, she seems to be doing extremely well….

[@drantoniojohn8168]

So delighted seeing my broker talked about on KZbin This was exactly how i got recommendation about mrs Cathie Wood, at first i was a bit skeptical but eventually i gave her a trail with my little investment i got huge profit

[@ClaudiaAnchondo1]

Ok, here we go, I called and my internet went from 70 to 50 per month. Thank you!

[@calvinevans8305]

12:24 my favorite cheap and easy crockpot meal was pinto beans cooked with garlic for about 5 hours. Then season up some ground beef and throw it in for another hour. Savoury good mmmmm for quite a few meals.

[@marep5597]

You can also use rice instead of pasta in the stock. Add a can of garbanzo beans and make it go even further and more nutritious

[@robertadunaway7030]

A lot of attractions (zoo, aquariums, etc) have discounts with SNAP, Military, etc

[@nancysmith2874]

When In the store I notice so much junk In the cart

[@jennycarrier]

when i see that ..i just dont get it..beer chips pizza..fry..

[@jeaniewalters4709]

I wish I had of had a close friend like you when I was your age. You are so self motivated and I could have learned so much from you. I did a lot of things you do when I was young. ❤😊

[@adventureallie7683]

I use Mint mobile now thanks to you-saving a hundred a month and I use it for my home internet (hotspot) too- so I’m saving on that I don’t need cable now either I have a Roku tv and i get tv for free now and internet with my hotspot. and this is thanks to you! I so appreciate your videos! Plus i only eat once or 2’rimes a day and eat very little calories too and I’m a healthy weight and not starving ! Imagine that lol! I have a very active job at a grocery store as well and save 20% on groceries due to one of your past ideas in a video! Just realizing how much we waste when we don’t have to and how much it truly adds up is insane! Thanks again!

[@barbchumbley9142]

In Illinois after age 65 you can get freezes on your property taxes, as well as homestead exemptions on your primary home. Our Nissan Rogue gets 38-41 miles per gallon, and we consolidate all errands, dr appointments and grocery shopping on same trip. We have automated all our monthly bills, so no running around or paying postage. We installed a smart thermostat and have it connected to my phone. We leave ac off when not home, then turn it on a few miles from home from my phone. House is cool when we get there. We do the same in the winter if we travel, keep heat low enough to keep pipes from freezing, then bump up the heat a few miles from home through the phone. (We did not opt with utility company for rolling blackouts.)We have our smart water meter linked to our phone so we can monitor for usage and leaks daily. We are down to 3 full loads of laundry weekly and line dry as well. Every little bit helps.😊

[@catshultz9045]

I wonder if I could do the freeze or the homestead

[@pou618]

Consumer Cellular offers great service for the same price as Mint Mobile

[@tysa1999]

You’re not kidding about the Depression😢 My parents and aunts and uncles were all born into it. If you look at some of the old pictures, they weren’t smiling. My Mom and Godmother were birthed in a cold water flat in my hometown. Everyone on the floor shared the same bathroom. Mom described waiting on the breadlines and receiving relief (welfare). Dad worked part time at 10 years old😢

[@sheilam4964]

@tysa1999 - if I could give you more thumbs up, I would. Wait a minute. Here 👍👍👍👍👍 More first hand accounts need to be told. My m-i-l tells of the family eating only porridge, every meal, every day, no milk, no sugar, subsidized once a month by a trip to town in the buck wagon to get dried cod (called beaver tails) off the train. A subsidy from the Gov. Even tho they lived on a farm there was no water. Wells went dry and it hardly ever rained for 10 yrs. Gardens had no water and nothing would grow in the fields either. My maternal grandfather witched 7-8 wells for neighboring farmers.

[@Jeo_Momma]

I bought a 2007 Sienna AWD minivan. I can get 3 car seats in it for the grandkids, I haul Chaplains all over the country for disasters and... I took the middle row of seats out and just got 8 exterior doors for our new house in it. It's my wantabe pickup.

[@lateshachurney5965]

Great video PP. I would like to add one thing that people should be more aware of… Stop shopping… as a hobby. There is so much more to do then just shop.

[@PrepperPrincess]

I might have to make a video about that!

[@nicB7777]

PP!!!! I did get a write through AAA... and I'm switching! My auto policy is $225 less per year (same coverage) and renters is a double good policy at half the price, woohoo!!!! Still working on unlocking my phone for mint... but saving up for a $200 unlocked one in case i can't get it to be unlocked. Thanks for everything chicka!

[@acal3399]

Not all kids are like you. I made my children part of our home finances and as adults they resent I worried them about money. My intentions were to teach them but in their minds they didn't see it as such.

[@PrepperPrincess]

I tried to budget with my ex even though I was paying all the bills. She said she felt like I was punishing her or trying to make her feel bad so we never talked about it again. Needless to say she is an ex for a reason

[@b.douglas2753]

My favorite meal is soup beans and corn bread (not the sweet corn bread variety). You can stretch chicken soup by serving it over a heaping scoop of mashed potatoes, very startchy and filling.

[@MaryS-mg9ij]

I’ve listen to you for years now and you always give great tips. I’ve learned a lot from listening to you.

[@martinadams7949]

A elk here in Oregon dresses out to around 400 pounds

[@PrepperPrincess]

Deer is around 80. Or so I’ve heard.

[@Agent-jj4cc]

I switched from State Farm was $130 to Metro Mile now $60 for auto insurance. I'm home most of the time. Quit cable a decade ago, I use Roku $0 per month. . Pay $35 for internet. Mint mobile $15 per month. I eat at home.

[@Aislinnmomma]

Single income family of 4. Two paid for cars, only mortgage for debt, 1957 2 bed 2 bath fixer upper home. The crock pot is my best friend...ha ha! I don't do "all" of your grocery suggestions because my oldest daughter has a bad gluten sensitivity, but we shop at Aldi and they have a decent selection of gf groceries. Cheaper than Wal-Mart too! I absolutely have been hooked on watching you fix your fixer uppers!! We want more tutorials about remodels etc....You are so handy and it inspires me a lot. I also do love when you share recipes and cooking ideas. Your craftsman house is charming and I think the woodwork looks bright and lovely painted white! The yellow with white trim looks like sunshine and fluffy clouds--such a happy color combo. I want to paint the trim in my 57 ranch home all white as well. We have yellow walls also, but slightly lighter shade than yours. I don't blame your for loving your "old" Toyota. I told my daughter tonight that my '04 Honda Odyssey is my dream car. LOL. It does have a lot of miles on it though. We have done much family travel in our van, but it is comfortable and we keep up the maintenance. I intend to drive it until the body rusts off...ha ha. I've heard there have been people that can get close to 300,000 miles on them! If that's true, it should last me for the rest of my life. ;)

[@williammaurer9450]

Just searched the Xfinity sight, my internet provider, and discovered the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides qualified households with a credit of up to $30/mo towards internet and mobile services. I qualified, was approved and will see $30 a month knocked off my $66/mo Comcast bill. WooHee easy money, you inspired me to do a little leg work and it paid off nicely. Thank You! 😁😎

[@amydecker6207]

"Debt is the devil." Well said.

[@elizaC3024]

At 61 years of age, I am still learning ways to save money, and new ways to cook, and stretch food twice as far. And no, not everyone knows about the noodles in the chicken stock. I also found out that you can cook your noodles in stock and add protein to your dish, even without the addition of meat.

[@PenniP]

My husband and I put in two power strips. One by the coffee maker and microwave, the other on the TV. We saved $15 on our first bill. So easy and it doesn’t interfere with our lifestyle at all!

[@lateshachurney5965]

Oh ! I see a candle and your tv screen saver. I put on those things too. Love it ! In the Winter time I put on my Tinkerbelle Magical Fireplace dvd. I love that too.

[@deniseodaniels7356]

i just love to do things for free. we got a flyer in the mail from a furniture store in town. come into their celebration .we did. we had our flyer and they gave us two free coupons for two philly steak sandwiches and fries and bottles of water to drink. then we went to our free produce distribution site and got a free pineapple,lots of mangos,avocados and pears and a big bag of mushrooms. we came home n laid out in the warm sun for a shot of vit.d! our garden is growing like crazy. tons of greens for salads. tons of fruit growing and lots of maters,onions and squash. lovely day! i got a huge box of sheets from an estate sale a week or so ago. they were free.i am gonna put them on my garden if the temps get cold in the night.

[@tammyhoushour8070]

I know how you can say what you mean...it blesses your heart to know that your sharing makes a difference in people's lives and all your hard work has been worth the time you invested. Thank you for all you do to help us.

[@eileenpalumbo6578]

Our public libraries have free library passes to museums you normally have to pay for. Check your libraries folks.

[@Katie.H.]

I feel SO DUMB. I've been keeping my electric bill as low as I can but completely forgot about the price hike during peak hours. I can so easily shift things around and save more money. I hear you talking to me just about every single day, I can't believe I never put this one together after all this time. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@PrepperPrincess]

It’s ok. Check with your utility company. Your peak hours might be different. Ours are permanent but in AZ they vary based on season.

[@joycewright5386]

We just got a letter from governor Murphy (NJ) and since it is an election year he is giving us $250 tax rebate in November. I figured it will just cover the $200 increase in my property taxes. 😂

[@annsaunders5768]

😢

[@ButterflyBuddies33]

It's gratifying when you can be helpful😊. We switched to AAA because of you & we're saving about $150 a month.

[@FacediGu]

I don't own a car. There are taxis and Uber for the very rare occasions when walking, cycling, or public transport doesn't do the job.

[@michelebedard2226]

I gave up my car a year ago because I couldn’t afford to repair it. I can walk to most amenities and there’s a bus route right by my house so it hasn’t really affected me much but I do miss being able to just go for a car ride.

[@williamread8186]

The AAA insurance is so true. I was with 21st century for decades and their recent bills were really high and I just off the cuff walked into my local AAA office and showed them my bill and they saved me $900 a year.

[@stevestewart007]

In Alaska, when we turn 65, we get to property tax exemptions - one from our Borough and one from the State. However, property taxes have gone up so much, that last year our tax appraisal went up $50K, and this year, we will have to see how much more it will be. That tax is a killer for older people even WITH exemptions.

[@geekyprojects1353]

Saving is like working out. When the hockey mask time comes, it's too late to start. Better start now - just my two cents.

[@margaretdiscenza795]

Holy Jesus Prepper Princess I switch from AT&T to mint mobile and saved $78 per month. Thanks for the advice. You are amazing.

[@onlyvistarick3607]

I lived in a garage as a toddler. We were looking for a house to buy. Very cheaply, and we did find one. An old two story with a coal stove.

[@tinawhite8835]

I've used Mint for two years now and it's great. I never even use a quarter of my monthly gigs, never.