12 Things Frugal People REFUSE to Buy

[@flonotflow]

This video makes me think of a comment a friend made years ago about why they hated debt. "I refuse to contribute to some bankers swimming pool." He's not wrong.

[@therichbuddha3277]

If the banker is a friend, it's good for your kids in the summer. lol

[@treesnmoguls]

I love that! I usually say keep bankers rich, but yours is more relatable!

[@stu8642]

I'd contribute to the pool. I'd take a dump in it.

[@susanp.collins7834]

That's the truth!

[@SomeBotOfficial]

Saving money and being frugal is anti-establishment and I'm all here for it.

[@Craig121000]

You exist because your parents were following the crowd.

[@DutchWestFilms]

Same here. I'm moving towards minimalism for that reason, and saving money.

[@InfinityDz]

It's actually the solution to a lot of America's problems IMO

[@rosalynne8792]

Actually...yes, the last thing you need is more "stuff"... just adds to stress levels and clutters your home and head!

[@brucesmith9144]

The more things one buys, the more money is needed to store, transport, and insure the stuff. It’s a never-ending cycle.

[@maureenvallieres3555]

I do not care what car I drive. Just want my car to last long time so do not have to buy to many.

[@andrekeulemans473]

Reason why I like My Bicycle

[@WickedParanoid]

Planned obsolescense enters the chat.

[@tallyp.7643]

I was in the market to buy a Nissan Leaf because they had some good deals on used ones with plenty of mileage left on them a few months ago. But some folks addressed the reviews, that the Leaf was a tired model and just looks old. My response was "Good, then nobody will want to steal it. I don't need an envy-car with a trillion features I'll never use. I need something that gets me from A to B with a reliable track record." Missed out on getting it because my current car needed an overhaul after it got partially flooded & it wiped out my budget, but it turned out to be a good thing because I had to change jobs & I can't afford those payments today. Honestly, I hope my little Versa lasts another 200K miles at least so I can have time to save up for it's replacement (and I love my little bare-bones features car). I just started a "no buy year" today & hope I can halt and start reversing my debt (and earn skills to work from home, saving me mileage in the long run).

[@BWGOURLAY]

I think this is the first time I have ever written a comment to anyone on KZbin. My father, who lived through the Depression, always said "When you're in debt you're in danger."

[@susanlansdell863]

A very wise man.xx

[@banburypandora]

you dadis brilliant

[@j.m.b5441]

I'm frugal, and one thing I never spend money on is the barber, I shave my head myself every other day, I've saved so much money by doing this!!

[@loopernagic4658]

This is true. I saved a lot by buying a good lasting shaver 😁

[@mysunnychannel254]

I cut my husband 's hair to save money

[@banburypandora]

yep im done getting haircuts $40 for a trim is crazy myhubbywillcut itfor free

[@gabrielleparis3532]

✨️Love your channel: I survived the nightmare of no money saved with high debt! Years ago I stopped going to shopping malls. I started buying used clothes household goods on Ebay and in thrift stores. I bought a derelict home and spent 8 years renovating. A home can be a huge money drain if not managed correctly. All furniture was bought on Craigslist. Walmart became my go to for groceries. My yard uses no water, or chemicals, it's biodiverse. Yes I traveled but very budget. After surviving a bankruptcy and near homelessness due to credit card spending, and no savings, I turned it all around at age 45 and now at 72 have a lifestyle that is debt free with, a healthy retirement fund and comfortable. Yes, I still work but at my own business 20 hours a week, still saving and investing.

[@M_SC]

Sounds pretty good

[@jillybe1873]

That's my dream in life

[@stscc2009]

I absolutely love your delivery. Never change your style.

[@SoyCityBarbie]

What a nice surprise! Clicked, fully expecting the usual “paper towels, extended warranties” list, but this video is so much deeper. TY for your work & perspective, ❤

[@ElAgustin]

Glad you liked it!

[@stevehancock7925]

Great list, except number 12. I'm apparently addicted to paper towels.

[@ElAgustin]

lol, you do you!

[@ann2433]

Yes, me too 😂 my ADHD needs these: I always forget if I washed my ‘non-paper’-towels and/or if they are washed, where they are 🙈 Paper towels are always there to save the (my) day 🎉

[@OurRetireEarlyJourney]

We are with you on that one!

[@treesnmoguls]

I have TAPERED their use by having an arsenal of micro-fiber cloths (I would say maybe 40 of them from Walmart...also use them detailing my PAID FOR car...). The problem is, when you wipe up a spill with a cloth, you kind of need to hang it somewhere to dry before putting it in a separate laundry bag...that's the part I hate....However, I have cut WAY BACK on them!

[@rickdejean4649]

Im addicted to ice cream bars in summer

[@plappin]

Excellent video! I do take issue with life getting "harder and harder as you keep going through it." This has not been my experience and suspect many others would agree. Speaking as someone twice your age, I no longer care what others think about my choices, I have a better sense of what's truly important than I did at, say, twenty-five; I appreciate people and my relationships with them more; I have a better perspective on life's journey and what I want mine to look like. Finally, when you have a better relationship with yourself -- less self-critical and less critical of others , more willing to forgive -- life gets easier and much more fun. Just my two cents!

[@ecduf]

Well said 👍

[@AlphaMatt1000]

That’s why I bought my Pontiac Vibe for $5000. It’s not as comfortable as a new car but guess what - it works! And works well. No wasting money on payments or interest.

[@icantwiththis]

I worked retail 10 years and I learned not to buy Christmas. No dinner, no gifts, no decor, no parties, no Christmas dresses, no candles, no ornaments, no wrapping paper, no cards, no gift cards, no scotch tape, no baking, no Christmas tins to put the baking in. No taxi rides home from the parties, no alcohol, no wreaths, no secret Santa. When my husband married me and I told him no Christmas, he said it was a RELIEF to not to have to deal with it.

[@louisegriffin6672]

Agreed

[@loopernagic4658]

Anyone else do the "no birthday"? Anybody?

[@TylerG7777]

Yes! Love it! I feel the same way. I hate the pressure to buy into all the pressures of the holidays. I hate putting up and taking down the decorations because it’s what you’re supposed to do. I hate the pressure of buying gifts. Nowadays, I say no to all of it. I still feel guilty. I still feel like, I’m the only Grinch. But I just don’t care. I just want to be free of all of that.

[@karenkarabin2628]

@@loopernagic4658 no birthday for years. Cards yes from dollar tree lol

[@gabriela.castellanos]

Same here!

[@carlienvandernet7902]

I do buy and use paper towels because I fry the eggs and I don’t want the drain to get clogged up, so I clean my pan with paper towels before I start doing the dishes.

[@NigerianPrinceCallCenterLLC.]

Be cheaper. Just wait for the used to cool down then dump it into your plants to feed your plants. Same with coffee grinds, fruit peels, residue from oatmeal/rice, bean broth & other food waste. Bean & pasta broth reduced the water I use to water my plants.

[@M_SC]

Do what you want, but why not just pour it into the garbage?

[@mjs4663]

@@carlienvandernet7902 what are you clogging them with? Oil? Are you deep frying your eggs? I'm confused.

[@carlienvandernet7902]

@@mjs4663 just a bit of butter. But butter hardens when it gets cold and will clog up the drain and I do the dishes by hand.

[@mjs4663]

@@carlienvandernet7902 that's an interesting take. Personally I use hot water and believe the dilution plus the heat would easily clear the butter through the pipes before ever becoming a problem.

[@I_lovemself]

Estoy tratando de ser frugal porque estoy tratando de salir de deuda y cada vez aprendo más. Me doy cuenta de todas las necesidades que creamos, pero que realmente no lo son. Todo está en la mente, mil gracias por tu contenido!

[@inmerava]

Thank you Agustin 👍🏽. My favorite youtuber.

[@ElAgustin]

Thank you!!!!

[@Luncheon23]

This is such a refreshing video Agustin! Been following you since you were at 29k and your content is still extremely engaging and makes me click the video each time!

[@ElAgustin]

Thanks for sticking around so long!

[@tekken9476]

I'll remember this about being uncomfortable is a good thing for progress in life

[@SouLoveReal]

I save on several things by not buy or buying into. The only "treat" that I "should not" be buying, which I absolutely are paper towels. I also use them as facial tissue (Kleenex). They might not be as soft, but boy-oh-boy do they ABSORBE. I carry a sheet with me everywhere I go. Pactically everything else, no problem. Lastly, since January of 1984, I have paid NOT ONE ¢ENT on interest, surcharge, or late fee on ANYTHING. Even my nice used card, I purchased it ¢A$H. BUT, even with that, your videos have helped make me even better at minimalism and frugality. *_¡Keep up the great work, El Augustín!_*

[@videofan792]

Nice comments! I also use paper towels but only at night when I take my make-up off. They work well and I only need two sheets. What I actually use to take my make-up off is coconut oil. It does an excellent job, it leaves my face moisturized and it is so cheap! One jar lasts for about a year, lol. It gives me money to spend on something else. Any comments? Vote for coconut oil! 😂😂

[@kathleenepugh9495]

I hate being obligated to people/lending institutions, especially for goods that I could have done without.

[@phased3941]

God I love it when we say pish posh Holly wash. Really gets the point across 💀

[@ElAgustin]

100%! These are the things I'm thinking about when writing the scripts...a little joke for 3% of the audience.

[@phased3941]

@@ElAgustin understandable lmao ahaha

[@sailenparashar9745]

Watched all your videos during the last week..Now I wait for your new videos

[@ElAgustin]

Awesome! I've made so many...three years into this! Moved down to posting just 1 video a week as posting 2 a week was getting exhausting!

[@sailenparashar9745]

Thanks Sir for your reply . Keep enlighting our lives. Please go on with your mission.

[@leeallsopp5152]

As a Cambridge born and bred Englishman, I whole heartedly agree ElAugustin that is absolutely Pish Posh Positively Ghastley!

[@xlerb2286]

A pretty good list all right. But we do buy paper towels. We foster cats and they, especially when kittens, are messy little things. The cost of the paper towels is more than offset by the time saved in not having to deal with piles of fabric towels used to clean up cat messes, and also there's a big savings in the "ewww, gross" factor. Other than that we don't really use paper towels.

[@mhodge0890]

I love my paper towels. I need them because of my OCD

[@2ichy]

In many europe cities, you don't even need a car - this saves a lot of money.

[@swatson1190]

I always think that the statement that life is hard is ridiculous. I always want to ask " compared to what?" It's only truly hard if you make it that way. Everything I own is paid for and I never use credit.

[@M_SC]

Maybe they aren’t talking about money

[@YoDaColombian]

In my household we save between 15%-20% every month and we try to be as frugal as possible. I do feel bad at time when I spend $100-$200 on a Lego set. But Legos make me happy, and it is a hobby for me. Legos are not a must, but it keeps me occupied and it relaxes me. 😀

[@FuneralofHearts1313]

Good god yes yes exactly! Holy snap this is spot on! It’s helping me in my own decisions in life too

[@KellyWeyd]

I buy paper towels because I have dogs. But I use them sparingly.

[@melissalee1709]

YES! Dog mess and cat barf are NOT going im my laundry lol.

[@lauriepowell3959]

I only buy paper towels to scrub out my cat’s litter box before I refill it with clean litter. Happy cat, happy me! I tried using bar towels but the clay from litter will seriously clog sink and toilet drains!

[@maha77]

I bought a 100 pack of microfiber cloths and use those instead of paper towels, it's going on 2 years and I haven't bought any paper towels it's liberating ! I'm rich!

[@Uncommony]

Living below your means is what it takes to build wealth, also great decisions and continued learning. the rich and wealthy live below there means but what is below there means makes us think that they are blowing their money but it's far below what they can afford. Stay Uncommon!

[@frenchfruga4851]

Thanks again mr williams , i will be so happy to meet you in my France to talk about this channel ! I forgot to ask you , what is your job ? What are your favorites book about frugalism and financial freedom ? What's your mentor ( buffet , mr money mustache ) ? I don't buy industrial food , so many dangers !

[@LLTization]

Another great video. About to start selling much of the shoes, clothing, thing a ma jigs I bought while not thinking of NOT spending.

[@jsimp4050]

I’m very frugal. But I have an addiction,,, paper towels. I’ve tried going cold turkey. I’ve bought bamboo cloths I can just wash in the washing machine. But I go right back to the paper towels. 😢 I’m using less, but still using.

[@janemcgrath9773]

Hysterical!😭

[@danicegewiss862]

I'm addicted to coffee. Lol. So I drink a little daily. Im cutting back on it. Too many people live large, whether they can afford to or not. Right now Im weeding out possessions that don't work for me, arent being used. I'm also reorganizing stuff that remains. I save for everything.

[@ElAgustin]

I love coffee too!

[@deniseannmuffler5479]

I 💜 this guy! Even better than Humphrey. El Augustin is my #1 favorite

[@ElAgustin]

Better than Humphrey?! No way! Haha, we're completely different topics and styles, I love his channel!

[@daviddean6032]

Second! Just going to watch it now. I absolutely adore Austin Williams' videos. 😀

[@JasontheScout]

I bought an inexpensive subcompact Kia Rio and it works great for me. Easy to park and it sips on the gas. The car should outlast me.

[@steveloncar6132]

Totally agree with these. Quality content. Only thing i will say is that paying attention to the men/women in suits is important because some of them want to undo people's wise financial decisions through their poor financial policies. But the msot important thing is doing what one can now. We cant control all the people in suits but i would definitely say we should be paying attention.

[@martinh8784]

Excellent video, thank you!

[@cassandrab8452]

Great video!

[@Bawkr]

Ketchup I don't buy as well now, it has corn syrup in it in US. I still buy mustard but it's got some good stuff in it.

[@gildaaugustine1785]

How am I going to clean up dog poop and cat barf in my house without paper towels? I'm buying the paper towels! I'll save money someplace else. Everything else you mention-- great ideas!

[@M_SC]

I wonder if paper towels rot peoples brain.

[@shaunaleessnackidies]

Paper towels are very needed for cleaning up cat poop or throw up. Just saying.

[@miguelcordova9269]

I’m 39, glad I found your channel and really enjoy your content. ❤ have a great day!

[@ElAgustin]

I'm glad you found my channel too!

[@maryvilleneuve2913]

The devil's toilet paper :D All great advice thank you!

[@michaelhutchinson2854]

As a Englishman, I’m getting obsession vibes from this man 🤣.

[@GrannyLinn]

My cat watches you! I think she has a crush.

[@ElAgustin]

hahahahah

[@Kyledudegot]

I just bought a bulk paper towels!!! 😂

[@maltpatriot4919]

When you don’t have any debt, you’d be amazed at how much less you can make compared to others and still keep more. Having financial literacy is almost a Super Power today!

[@devontedamoi]

0:58 Life is hard, ladies and gentlemen,😂 for some reason that was hilarious.Or maybe i'm just too high but I love watching these videos

[@Avo7bProject]

I was uncomfortable this summer... I toughed my way through without A/C because I had other priorities for my money. Like buying ETFs paying awesome yields. High interest rates like we have seen recently, were a gift from the financial gods! A/C repairs could wait.

[@edithtirado1094]

Enjoyed your vid - can you recommend a swap for the Devil's TP 😁? Also, where can you buy a used cars without being ripped off? I have bought a new car in the past bc it comes w/ warranty, etc. I also feel this way about going to the mechanic. I have tried to learn more about cars & maintenance on KZbin but it's still a bit challenging. Thanks!

[@xxxxxzzzzz123]

Your videos are very good. One of the best finance and financial education channels on KZbin. Greetings from Brazil.

[@beckyshell4649]

People buy a small house then they buy stuff for the house then more and more then they need a bigger house to store the stuff. Then the new nicer house needs new nicer stuff to fill it up. Rinse and repeat.

[@Monkey-oy1us]

I love the MTG shade!

[@LisaSimplified]

6:03 "Vote turd sandwich" caught me off guard. lol

[@ElAgustin]

lol, it's my favorite episode of South Park...it's so true when you think about it.

[@LisaSimplified]

@@ElAgustin indeed it is

[@brndnt925]

It’s only true in the sense rich people will be rich no matter who is elected. For the rest of us and the world, it very much matters!

[@donaldswanson9647]

A depreciating asset is a liability not an asset. Makeup cars and clothes are all about spending for other people.

[@15coals39]

Austin, can you make an exclusive funny video with those voices from the paper towel segment? That would be funny as hell and would be something new! 😂

[@debbiewalker273]

Good one Austin ! Gotta have my paper towels, but use them as sparingly as possible. 🤷‍♀️ How’s your canine kid doing ? Give him some air time here & there. 💙🐾💙

[@ElAgustin]

She's good! She definitely is a piece of work, but she's getting much better and calming down. She doesn't bark as much when people come over or pass by the house, which is a huge milestone as having people over was tough. It's just like building wealth...it takes time to see progress!

[@debbiewalker273]

@@ElAgustin We’ve had many dogs, and one of ours is still a pup, so can totally relate ! Takes time & patience. I’m glad you’re a dog Dad ! ☺️🐾☺️

[@FuneralofHearts1313]

That’s insane. I just asked in another video about credit score

[@mjs4663]

I've have the same jumbo pack of paper towels for the last 6 months. Maybe more. I simply use it for things that I don't want to deal with contamination of. Everything else gets a cloth towel and washed. And some days we are tired, so it's pizza night and they become our plates.

[@ElAgustin]

Yeah, I use like a roll every 2 or 3 months.

[@emzywillrich7243]

I will sacrifice and continue buying my paper towels but not expensive ones!

[@ParkDari]

We lived at poverty level for 16 years before we became FI we moved from a 563 sq ft condo to an 1100 sq ft condo, so after having our thermostats set at 78 in the summer and rarely using the heat in the winter, just leaving it at 64 now that we can leave it at 73 in the summer And 68 in the winter we feel like millionaires we also now have a table top pop-up dispenser of trifold towels like the ones you get at a doctors office and what do we use them for?? Cleaning up grease and drying off meat of course 😂everything else we just use dish towels. I also installed bidets way before Covid. Also those stock report or real estate trust booklets you get are excellent for draining oil from fried food

[@marcusfieldfield4069]

Hi Austin I remember when you first started out with only around 7 K subscribers.... as the economy continues to tank they will just continue to grow !

[@ElAgustin]

I remember you being one of the first regular commenters! Thanks for sticking around all this time!

[@repboy1]

I have a. Tiny paid off car and get looks as I’m a manager with a pretty decent job lol

[@lionness_simsima5941]

Awesome 👏🏾 sharing

[@8778-i5y]

I made my own Christmas wreath 😂

[@sportclinic8329]

Thank you

[@pattykake7195]

Sorry Austin…you are right about every thing but the paper towels…I use them to wipe out my pocket pets cage..🤣🐹🤣

[@賴文茹-y1w]

Paper towels , 🧻 tissue papers are reaaly waste of money n produce gabage ,but it is necesscities in a way. I believe using rag is much better

[@mciti2594]

Min. 9.34- That perception doesn’t only happen here but in Ecuador too. The only difference is that if you buy a Lamborghini in EC, it’s a double edge sword and people might think you’re a narc and rather alienate you. Cause, let’s be honest, there aren’t many people down there who can even afford a Hyundai Accent, much less a Lambo so it’s highly questionable where the $ came from.

[@joydeepbhattacharjee3849]

Generally the solution to life's deepest problems are the simplest

[@Lee-ob8dh]

Could you do a video on credit cards?I know they create debt but if you choose not to have one a lot of places won't even rent to you now.

[@wareskentucky]

hahahahahaha jajajajaja i love you man!! the end was magnificent!!!! lol

[@TimelordUK]

A great video! X

[@ElAgustin]

Thank you!!

[@DavidDavisDH]

I agree on buying an older car with no payments. I invest and save money instead of paying someone else.

[@cristinagarcia-up8zt]

I Like You English Accent 😅 Great frugal video.

[@TennantMary]

I take the left paper towel rolls from work. As a custodian. Lol

[@SelfStudyAtHome]

Frugality is not just about saving money, but it's about living a sustainable life that minimizes our harm to the earth. Nowadays, many people are living in very bad financial situations, because they never take the time to take control of their finances. Consumerism has tricked us into thinking that money is really complicated and we can pay money to solve all our problems.

[@gabriela.castellanos]

I don’t even own a car 😂 no insurance payment, no parking payment, no spares, no taxes, no maintenance… no expenses. Where I live it’s cheaper to use Uber and if I need to go outside the city I just rent a car for the days I need it :) 😊

[@arthurmantzouris4413]

I decide to not pay for a car which is always depreciating as well....But I'd rather to pay all CASH for it which i did...n will pay for all the Cars that I will get with all CASH!! By fhe way I'd rather pay all CASH for it all....amd have been saving for my Next car for all CASH....😊😊

[@davidtrice8307]

Ime same pay cash keep them for 6years move on to another one

[@banburypandora]

George Carlin says: homes are just places to store your stuff…..

[@Narrow-Path.]

No more paper towels and no more wire hangers. Lol.

[@Narrow-Path.]

But seriously, I love the psychology behind the frugality, not necessarily the physical listing of what not to buy.

[@1angmus]

If people (in suits) have means or resources they can impact your bank account or anything else they wish to. In the right situation. Suits reference those with greater resources. Friends connections bank account whatever.

[@kathybeal4408]

About not buying paper towels: I don’t have a washing machine or dryer, so am I supposed to let dirty rags sit for 7 to 10 days until I get to the Laundromat?

[@HereInCalifornia56]

I refuse to buy laundry soap. I spend $18 for a 12lb bag of arm & hammer baking soda. I used to use their detergent but this works better and is much cheaper. I wish I'd known how good of a cleaner it is and how cheap it is yrs ago. Could've really saved some good $.

[@dominicruz]

People need tevlearn how to us the bank's money . But they use their own money . Financial education is very important.

[@monishthomasp]

Perfect.. ❤

[@GalaxyFlow7]

Less is more in many cases.

[@Revert2017]

Can you do a video that explains Unrealized/imaginary taxes?

[@IanHollis]

Never take out a loan for a car. Never buy a car newer than 5 years old (because it's basically depreciated as much as it's going to by that point).

[@Avo7bProject]

I do buy new, but I keep my vehicles until about 250K miles. Buying new means I can be familiar with the entire maintenance history, and have more confidence that the occasional expensive repair is worth doing.

[@whfh178]

I eat bacon nearly everyday and I will forever buy my paper towels, but I agree with the rest of the things xD

[@JANAVEL1655]

Hola Gringo. Estuve en Ecuador - Guayqil, Mamta, Quito, Loja, Villacamba (Spelling wrong) Cuenca, y mas - - todo el país.It was nice. But, about 14 volcanoes are in Ecuador !!! Ahhhhh.! I'm retired law enforcement / military etc. Lawyer / Accountant now ... I live in NYC - planning on selling my house and expiating in about 2 years. Have houses in Dominican Republic. Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, all good. At least you made the right decision to get out of the DSSA (Divided States of America). I like your videos. Only watched about 4 so far. Talk more about prices. Y quizzes es Buana idea discutir las diferncias entre mujeres en Estados Unidos y otras paises ... jejejeje.

[@platabruja5748]

Never ever ever buy a paper towel!!

[@tericollier7839]

Does one HAVE stuff? Or does the stuff HAVE them? I've reached a phase of life where I DON'T WANT STUFF except of course the stuff needed daily for the 4 walls, health, food, etc.

[@diegohernanchavezrojas1142]

Gracias

[@ElAgustin]

a ti!