The TOP 10 MONEY WASTERS In Our Houses by Minimal Mom/Rachel Cruz (REACTION)

[@KateKaden]

1. Kitchen gadgets & appliances-no 2. “Miracle” cleaners / skin care-no 3. Kids toys & books & games-not anymore 4. Craft supplies-no 5. Holiday decor-no 6. Clothes that don’t fit right now-much better now! 7. Baby toys & gear-not anymore 8. Storage containers-no 9. Food that’s on sale-very minimal 10. Workout shoes, clothes, & equipment-no Copy and paste this list and add your notes if interested! HAPPY FRIDAY EVERYONE! Thanks for being here! If you aren't subscribed yet, tap that red subscribe button so you never miss a video! HAPPY FRUGAL FRIDAY!

[@jamievanhorn5237]

No more wasting money😊

[@legauxmc]

Yes on half the items on this list. I need to start in our bathroom and get rid of so many things that I haven't used in months😊

[@dianetesta659]

No to all, but I used to be bad with kitchen gadgets and Holiday decor.

[@alycer.8158]

How do we love u- let me count the ways 💐💐💐💐 U Kate 🌬are a breath of fresh air

[@sophiadrummond4155]

No to everything EXCEPT craft supplies. It's my Hobbie and my relax, fun time.

[@conniechuha3113]

The very best thing I did was stop buying toys for my granddaughter. I buy her a subscription for 2 magazines. One at Christmas and one for her birthday. Ranger Rick and Highlights. Every month I get an excited phone call about all the things she loves about each issue.

[@KateKaden]

Love this Connie!

[@nesser1352]

What a great idea

[@silmuffin86]

Love this! Magazine subscription, passes for a zoo or a museum, maybe taking the kids for a pony ride or some fun outing... WAY better than toys

[@nikkibadzik3948]

My kids and I spent so much time together with these magazines! Excellent choice!

[@lindagelnett5772]

I loved Ranger Rick as a kid. My uncle always got me a subscription.

[@heatherh1109]

I had someone visit and they asked where my stand mixer was after we decided to make cookies. I told her I just use a spatula and hope for the best 😅

[@gailcole9627]

No more wasting money! I've gotten myself addicted to no spending! I love having a $0.00 credit card balance! Feels soooooooo great!

[@MrsCLM78]

I need to do that hun thanks for the motivation xxx

[@KateKaden]

GAIL! I'm so proud of you!

[@AgnesVandenBosch]

I am a vendor at craft fairs, so I have a lot of supplies. I keep them in 2 white tall cabinets and those act as a boundary for me. If it gets to the point of overflowing then something has to be gotten rid of. It supplements my income so I don’t feel guilty about it.

[@PenniP]

I just went to Home Goods with my mom. She loves looking through the food section for interesting teas. I didn’t spend a dime. Holy cow everyone in there was buying so much “stuff/junk”. So many people buying so many things. All I kept thinking was how much interest the money in my account was earning. 😀

[@Teresa-o3i]

I bought an air fryer and then returned - took up way too much space on my counter. I have a Toaster oven tho, I rarely ever use my stove now.

[@kathleenhill5838]

No more wasting money! Got rid of 9 bags of clothes after losing 64 lbs. Have a box always at the ready to put your donations in. Shopping at 1/2 price books last weekend and found a Dave Ramsey book, win!

[@KateKaden]

Kathleen! 64 lbs! WAY TO GO!!!!!!! Congratulations! Hope you are feeling AMAAAZING!

[@MrsCLM78]

Well done that’s amazing I got rid of 8 bags after declutterring our home in the summer holidays … feels amazing and has made me learn lots of lessons less is definitely the way forward cxxx it all went to charity x

[@gingerstrait836]

No more wasting money! Time! Space! Peace of mind!

[@MsLillyc]

No more wasting money. Happy Friday and happy bday to me and any who are sharing this day with me 🎉🎉

[@SassySue67]

Happy Birthday 🎉🎉

[@ritasmith969]

Happy shared Birthday 🎉

[@KateKaden]

Hope your birthday was AWESOME! I'm like a MONTH LATE! AHHHH!!!!!

[@robinlacey9273]

No more wasting money! 😂 I don't buy any fancy skin care items. I use coconut oil for moisturizer.

[@orchidgarden2553]

No wasting money!!! Thank you for all you do!

[@KateKaden]

You are very welcome! Thanks so much for being here!

[@trishacarlson4122]

Ok but Kate.....we use the air fryer so we don't have to turn on the oven in the summer! It's easy to bring on camping trips too. You can find them at Thrift stores now for like 20 to 40 bucks. Totally worth it!

[@KateKaden]

Thanks Trisha! It's VERY tempting:):)

[@Midwestmomvolunteer365]

Agree with this, but I had a home for it before it was purchased. That is something I try to do, if I am buying it does it have a place to live?

[@nancyh1892]

I bought one and took it back the next day. It was so heavy I knew I would never pull it out to use because of that . I have a small toaster oven that I can use instead of turning my big oven on.

[@LorettaNance]

We bought an air fryer ages ago. Haven't taken the time to learn how to use it Still use the stove top and oven!😂

[@Helena-ou8ry]

I have saved so much money from idiots buying $1000’s of ski gear just for 2 week holidays. As an avid skier I really appreciate their kind donation of in most cases 90% off retail!

[@lashallgoggins9822]

NO More wasting money. I have too many Kitchen gadgets for sure. I'm recently divorced and starting over. I have gone from a very large kitchen to a very small one, and I really could use more counter space. I HATE CLUTTER!!! so this video has motivated me to declutter my kitchen and get rid of those clothes I can't fit RIGHT NOW! Thanks Kate 😍

[@KateKaden]

You are so welcome! So glad you are here!

[@tanyafletcher7567]

Kate! We keep our air fryer in the closet when not in use! Best thing we ever bought! 😊

[@PatriciaQuevy]

Nope. Don't do any of this. Having to empty my mother 's house when she deceaded was a great lesson.

[@patbethea111]

Dollar tree face cleaner in the Red tube is my favorite. A dupe for oil of Olay

[@LisaRaePageRosenberg]

Moving into a 120 year-old house with TINY closets was the best thing to ever happen to my wardrobe. I had to get rid of EVERYTHING I didn't wear a lot. I have a small place to hang stuff and a small box on the shelf for out of season clothes, but that's it. Freedom. xo

[@KateKaden]

FREEDOM. YASSS!

[@jules4911]

With holiday decor, my mother is big time into it to the point where each season comes around and she forgets what she has to the point where she overbuys and therefore runs out of room for it all. Trying to convince her to write down how she decorates each space every season and keep the decor stored away close together by holiday or season so that she doesn't lose track. Wish me luck!! 😅

[@KateKaden]

Good luck! You've got this!!!

[@roguetink2135]

NO MORE WASTING MONEY!! I did my first full month of Every Dollar. So sad how much I went over on groceries and household. Damn the fall decor sales!! 🍂🍁🎃

[@sassysusie9243]

Buy an air fryer!!! I bought one about 6 months ago, and I am SPEECHLESS. Most amazing product I have ever seen/used. LOVE IT.. lol

[@KateKaden]

Susie! You are selling me! Might put it on the Christmas list:)

[@melindastookey3831]

No more wasting money, I have an air fryer and since having one (2020) I've only used my oven 2 times, still use my stove top. I also got rid of my microwave in 2020 as it was breaking down didn't replace it, I use the air fryer as its like a mini oven. I use my crockpot and electric kettle, or coffee pot all of which cost less to operate overall.

[@patbethea111]

I love my air fryer so much for everything 🤗

[@thebestwillow]

Having more house than you need.

[@Lizbeth120]

100% we have a 1000 square foot house and it really limits the amount of stuff we can store.

[@thebestwillow]

@@Lizbeth120 I was thinking about the increased heating costs of a larger home, but yes, that too!

[@blueiris6813]

No more wasting money!!

[@simonefeaster5131]

Kate, I totally agree with single use items in the kitchen, with 2 exceptions: for me, the air fryer and crockpot are great for not heating up the kitchen in summer (my house is tiny and everything gets heated up) and in the winter they help me to save a bit on electricity (as that is my heat source). I often say to others I won’t get an instant pot until the crock pot goes 😂

[@hazelnutbix5261]

No more wasting money! Dr Bronners Castile soap for nearly everything. I am still in reasonable shape at age 63, but my post menopausal shape is different than pre. So absolutely no point in keeping clothes that don't fit.

[@AgnesVandenBosch]

My storage containers are used to house the craft items that I make to sell during the holiday season.

[@BrainOverBingeCoachJulie]

No more wasting money! Thank you!!

[@KateKaden]

Thank you Julie!

[@MariaGarcia-gj5ie]

I buy outfits for my granddaughter. They outgrow them so quick ❤

[@ritaplatz5013]

No more wasting money!! I’m super tempted by kitchen stuff - I want Aallll the kitchen ware and jars lol …fortunately I live in a small space so I literally can’t bring home something unless there’s space for it!

[@cindyfoley268]

No more wasting money! Always love the reminder about “fantasy self”. Actually, for the longest time I was saving jeans/capris one size down for the longest time. Happy to say I finally fit into them and donated the larger size 😊. Also, I absolutely love my air fryer. I have the Cosori Dual Blaze (nice size, no preheating and no turning over of food). There are so many things you can make and you can actually adapt your oven recipes to the air fryer. Saves time and no heating up your kitchen. I do not keep it on my counter. That would drive me crazy 😁

[@bria2596]

No more wasting money! Great reminders to help reset my brain - which for some reason goes into a "buy" mode in October. Thanks!

[@teresahechenbleikner2080]

1 area some appliances help...An airfryer uses less electricity. It is quick...and my guys will actually cook (sometimes the weather is not nice enough to grill). Saving us money on food by not eating out as much. Frugal Living & Minimalism are the best. Thank you Kate.

[@KateKaden]

Thank you Teresa!!

[@trainboy192]

The emeril lagasse air fryer/ crockpot/ sauté and canning combo is the only appliance I’ll ever buy. One pot and does so much.

[@samanthathemiraclecat3188]

No more wasting money!

[@terryhenderson424]

Our larder is much deeper (quantity vs variety) now than many years past. Most of it was purchased at good to great prices per unit at the time it was purchased; between inflation and shrinkflation, the unit price and savings were getting better every month for a while. We begin meal planning with the larder and this has meant some changes in the dishes we prepare. But on and off this means eating a 1 cup cooked serving of cornmeal for $.066 versus a single slice of inexpensive sandwich loaf bread for $.12; rough figures but based upon a 20 slice loaf for $2.49. We are currently using 29oz cans of diced tomatoes(cant remember the price, it was good) and 15oz petitie diced tomatoes in garlic and oregano at 3 cans/ $1 instead of most other tomato products; an immersion blender makes a choice of smooth or chunky tomato sauce. The list goes on.

[@SavagePickers]

Since we are retiring at the end of the year, we are very strategic with our spending and rarely buy things. If we do buy something, it goes on the budget line item and is a planned purchase. Thank you for your video. Carolyn from Maryland

[@KateKaden]

Love this! Hi Carolyn!

[@christinamacdonald4966]

Im a list person too!! Hello from Australia 🇦🇺 Love your videos. You really keep me motivated to stay frugal & not waste stuff or money. Use it up, Wear it out , Make it do, or Do Without ❤😊

[@Jamel-CRJ3]

No more wasting Money! ❤️

[@veronicapacheco9081]

I got an air fryer for Christmas gift

[@gretelwhite8088]

No more wasting money! I have a lot of craft supplies, but that is my main interest. Currently going through a major reorganisation - just waiting for some parts for a second hand storage unit to arrive.

[@carolynwalker3541]

No more wasting money!!! I used to buy tons of holiday decor. I don't plan to buy any decor this year!

[@jackiemcos1407]

I’ve been debating getting an air fryer. For the mere fact that our oven doesn’t work right and I have to duct tape it shut every time I use it.

[@KateKaden]

OMG JAX! LOL!

[@lashallgoggins9822]

1. Kitchen gadgets & appliances-- No but my daughter bought a lot of what I have. 2. “Miracle” cleaners / skin care- NO 3. Kids toys & books & games- NO don't have little ones 4. Craft supplies- NO 5. Holiday decor- NO 6. Clothes that don’t fit right now- YES clearing them out today 9/8/24 7. Baby toys & gear- NO 8. Storage containers- YES clearing some out today 9. Food that’s on sale-very minimal- No I buy what I need, but I need to scale it back. 10. Workout shoes, clothes, & equipment- NO

[@kaitlinobrien243]

Happy Frugal Friday Kate!!! ❤🎉❤. Love the minimal mom 🎉. Thank you Kate ❤

[@sharonmaresh]

Kitchen gadgets and appliances are my kryptonite! Whether brand new or from an antique store, I love them all, and YES, I have all the things! My husband loves watching QVC and enables me. 😂

[@JudithMcPheron-pb9lv]

Thanks Kate, great inspiration to perservere the good fight! 🎉🎉 I struggle with Restaurant spending. So expensive and adds up when going frequently. I'm to the point where I won't have much of a choice as $ keeps going so fast and saving is harder. Luckily I love home cooked foods. Nothing special just really tasty home food.

[@gladyschandler6724]

I live in Texas, so rarely use oven during the summer. I use my airfryer several times a week.

[@MrsCLM78]

I gave my brother my air fryer as I didn’t like it - roasted chicken is meant to be roasted in a oven 😂😂

[@fraukedudy4986]

No more Wasting Money! I am guilty of buying food, wenn it's on sale. Greetings from Nothern Germany!

[@MrsCLM78]

Hello so pleased to meet you. My money wasters are all makeup I have I don’t use half of it, loads of toiletries (I’m using what I have from now ) x

[@KateKaden]

So glad you're here!

[@kimbo62]

No more wasting money!! Mine is coffee shops 😮 need to stop wasting money 💰 🤑 💸 😂

[@heathersheartco]

I have crafy things hiding all over my studio. So I’m trying to use up what I have e right now.

[@dianaschoen4485]

No more wasting money! For me it's seasonal decor!😮

[@PMJ2511]

No more wasting money!!!

[@lovechangesus]

The ninja foodie grill is life changing. You can grill indoors without the smoke and grease spewing everywhere. It doesn't have a huge footprint and looks ok on the counter.

[@monissriche6580]

No more wasting money! Greetings from Argentina 💙🇦🇷

[@scoutscreativecorner9820]

No more wasting money!! 💴

[@natesmommyxoxo416]

No more wasting money

[@daniellem5175]

No more wasting money! I love the kitchen gadgets. Love my air fryer but don't have an Instant Pot but considering. LOL!!

[@Pejosach]

No more wasting money 👍

[@cynthiavineyard-brown482]

Love using my crockpots. They save on energy & electrical costs, as well as my air fryer

[@kamloopscruiser874]

Kitchen gadgets - I got rid of duplicates, plus everything that could be done with an existing tool. But I did buy a Ninja Foodii. It’s an air fryer, crockpot, steamer, pressure cooker to name the 4 ways I actually use it the most. It has other features I don’t bother with. It’s got ceramic non stick which is why I didn’t buy an Instapot. Fits a whole chicken to roast it too btw. But that 1 device dropped my electric bill noticeably. I don’t bother with my oven or fry pan much and it’s replaced the bbq. Before my husband died we realized we used the air fryer so much it was worth getting a larger one to cook for family get togethers and that’s when we tossed our propane bbq. Now he’s gone I still use it to grill steaks when the kids are over.

[@ValerieFelitto]

No more wasting money,!!!!! ..enjoyed this one

[@KateKaden]

Thank you Valerie!

[@lynnbrown9164]

Kate, I don't have an air fryer either and I have no intention of getting one. I also don't have a gazillion gadgets in my kitchen.

[@lindacgrace2973]

I have an InstaPot and an air fryer because I'm a widow and cooking for one. It's very spendy and wasteful to heat up the oven for a single dish (yeah, I know, I batch cook whenever I can, but that's not always possible). I use less electricity, and no gas, and don't heat up my house by using small appliances whenever possible. Second, I'M 70. There are a couple of life-changing products that I can't live without: (1) sunscreen (which wasn't even available until I was nearly 30) No more hiding indoors when the sun is shining! (2) Tretinoin (Retin-A) cream. You don't think of it as a necessity until your face falls off during menopause, then suddenly you change your mind! I keep skincare, etc. down to a low roar by shopping for high percentage of active ingredients (niacinamide and peptides are amazing!) from less expensive lines. I watched a fascinating KZbin by LabMuffin where she compared ultra-luxury products to more affordable dupes. For instance - by chemical analysis - the closest substitute for Creme de La Mer ($1,440) is Nivea ($9.98). Both jars will last you about 6 months (assuming you apply it liberally to face, neck, décolleté, and hands twice a day). Both are rich, soothing, hydrating creams that help repair very dry skin with very few allergens. Personally, I don't like the idea of paying $1,430 for a fancy jar!

[@heathermoreland6015]

My big money wasters are craft supplies and books. For sure I think I can do that thing I saw and was so cute, I just need the supplies. It’s an endless hobby chase that may or may not be completed.

[@vegasgrl99]

My microwave is a combination microwave, air-fryer and baker. I hardly ever use it for anything other than the microwave 😆!

[@kimnienhouse8666]

Great tips!! Thanks

[@KateKaden]

Thank you so much!

[@TC-fx5zu]

You definitely need an air fryer lol. I have the Ninja basket type and absolutely love it! I use it at least once a day . I love wraps in the summer so I toss some popcorn chicken in the AF along with a sliced up potato spritzed with olive oil, toss some veggies with ranch on a tortilla and dinner is served in about 12 minutes lol. I have limited counter space so I bought a baker’s rack to put my microwave and air fryer on.

[@doramartinez5142]

Great stuff! A knife and peeler do wonders!

[@gigihanley9757]

I could get rid of lots of kitchen stuff but my husband loves them..

[@StrawberryFields-1]

I am so guilty of the holiday decor.. I am such a visual person and I get so much joy from decorating- but it is really so expensive now. Even pots of chrysanthemums, which I have been purchasing for 20 years, are just too much now. I have started thrifting more and more, and using things in nature . :) No more wasting money!!!

[@Lizbeth120]

Fun Video Kate! Here's my list: 1. Kitchen gadgets & appliances - I have gadgets, but not unitaskers (as Alton Brown calls them). I also don't have an airfryer because we have an old convection oven and it's basically the same thing. 2. “Miracle” cleaners / skin care - sometimes. I've been resisting the urge to give into the influencers who use scrub daddy sponges. Skincare I have a simple routine that works for me, so I rarely buy anything new. 3. Kids toys & books & games - nope, no kids. But the dog is spoiled >.< 4. Craft supplies - these are my biggest weakness. I have 3 cross stitch patterns and associated supplies in a cart right now, but have 8 unfinished charts that I'm going to finish first before buying new ones. I've learned to stick with the 2-3 crafts that I really enjoy and have ample supplies for and resisting new ones that look fun. 5. Holiday decor - not really though I do like a good seasonal scented candle every so often :) 6. Clothes that don’t fit right now - nope. I buy very few clothes and follow the one in-one out rule when I need to replace something that is worn out. 7. Baby toys & gear - thankfully no! 8. Storage containers - yes, but I totally agree with you. I'd rather declutter stuff than store it so that's something I have been working hard on lately. 9. Food that’s on sale - nope, but we do stock up on frequently used items in bulk. 10. Workout shoes, clothes, & equipment - nope, although my partner has purchased some camping equipment even though we have never (tent) camped before so we don't know if we will even like it.

[@KateKaden]

Love these!

[@christinamccarty7225]

No more wating money!

[@biblioholic7139]

None of these are my problem areas although the kitchen gadgetry is a temptation despite the fact that I don't really cook. As a single person I use my toaster oven way more than my regular oven and I am sure that saves me on electricity, especially in summer. No more wasting money 🎉

[@tamihill4229]

My crockpot died. So I was gift a small air fryer

[@heathersheartco]

I literally have almost zero counter space, so often I out a wooden board over my utility sink to create a cooking surface. If I can’t store any appliances in my cabinets other than my air fryer and single stove cooking surface, the. I won’t buy it.

[@KateKaden]

I hear this!

[@lindawalters7068]

No more wasting money ❤

[@cleaneatingwithclaudiaepic4895]

I am a Foodie and LOVE ❤ to cook (I am also a Holistic Nutritionist) and I have loads of spices -but I do use them on regular rotation. However, I started not to replenish those that are on a slowet rotation to create a bit of space in my kitchen. Not a big gadget person - a really good knife, great knife skills and a handful of other essentials and that's it. I used to have a Nespresso machine and love a good latte in the morning (I bought it years ago to drop the Starbucks habit), then last fall I needed some extra cash during unemployment and sold it and doing French Press since every morning. I just recently decided to put it onto my Birthday wishlist to get me a small Nespresso and chuck away a few bucks from each paycheck coming towards it. This one is worth it for me being a espresso & coffee lover.

[@NancyWhelanSharingMemories]

No more wasting money!🤑

[@DawnBelliveau-bp4mu]

1. Kitchen gadgets & appliances-I have quite a few (air fryer, mixer, coffee pot and keurig, waffle maker, etc.) but I use them all-A LOT! 2. “Miracle” cleaners / skin care: cleaners-no, skin care-prescription tretinoin has been a miracle for me and I spend about $30/month on it. Everything else is simple. 3. Kids toys & books & games-not anymore 4. Craft supplies-no 5. Holiday decor-no 6. Clothes that don’t fit right now-work in progress 7. Baby toys & gear-not anymore 8. Storage containers-no 9. Food that’s on sale-very minimal 10. Workout shoes, clothes, & equipment-I have collected over the years (almost all second hand) and I consistently use what I have.

[@erorie5666]

No More wasting money-except on stickers. I love my stickers, but I try to stick with sales & dollar tree.

[@janebute2541]

No more wasting money ! Use my yarn stash first before getting more .

[@shelbygreen8888]

Absolutely 😮😊Kate

[@MrsCLM78]

I have a toaster, microwave and pod machine and slow cooker but that’s it. X

[@lavadanahon134]

None of these are on my list. Although I have others that I'm trying to bring under control. Books and videos--reigning in Amazon Prime!

[@kathymarxer6952]

No more wasting money or space in my house!

[@kateday5688]

1. Kitchen gadgets & appliances-No 2. “Miracle” cleaners / skin care- Yes this year but now I'm in the mode of just using up what I've purchased. 3. Kids toys & books & games-No 4. Craft supplies-No 5. Holiday decor-No 6. Clothes that don’t fit right now-No 7. Baby toys & gear-No 8. Storage containers-No 9. Food that’s on sale- No 10. Workout shoes, clothes, & equipment-Yes ,Yes, Yes but I use most of it. Went a little overboard on workout shoes but I wear them casually as well. 11. Home decor or home goods in general- Yes 12. Plants- Yes 13. Clothes overall- Yes and I need to stop buying the same stuff all the time such as having 5 black t-shirts. Clothing sales are relentless. I'm trying to go towards more of a capsule wardrobe, one for work and another for everything else.

[@thefrugalcyborgmriii3531]

Happy frugal Friday, Kate! How are you? Don’t like a bunch of clutter, I just decluttering my second room in my place and turned it into my KZbin studio/TikTok! But before, it was really bad before I got rid of almost everything in that room! a lot of storage containers and stuff I was using! Have an awesome frugal Friday, Kate!! BOOM’

[@KateKaden]

I'm doing great! how are you?!?!?

[@Dollcan]

I wore out my air fryer - not getting another lol

[@grannyprepper1181]

I’m a kitchen gadget junkie! 😂😂 living in a 5th wheel trailer limits how much I can keep. I MAY HAVE BOUGHT A NEW grater/slicer on HSN! 🤫🤪

[@alycer.8158]

How do we love u....let me count the ways You Kate- is seriously 🌬 a breath of fresh air 💐

[@KateKaden]

Thank you so much!

[@terryhenderson424]

Ive never had enough storage space to have all the kitchem stuff although for a while, i had a better multi shelf tea cart that put better wheels on and turned into a kitchen appliance cart whose home was a long a wall in the dining room. That was pretty nice but i didnt use a lot of the "things" all that often. - If i were to do it again, i would have a metal cart on wheels and better kitchen appliances of the type that cost much more each but do more things each; and the attachments of course.

[@andreawinn9420]

No more!

[@MariaGarcia-gj5ie]

Use the same holiday decor every year. Very simple and no 🌲

[@ToniKnorr-rh4mz]

No more wasting money!😊

[@robertamazyck1861]

"No more wasting money"