How To Budget & Save Money | ADULTING 101

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  • Опубліковано 23 жов 2017
  • Here are all the easy to follow budgeting tips I've learned so far in my 23 years of life. Keep in mind every now in then it's totally cool to dip into your rainy day fund and get the pizza and wine, at the end of the day it's all about finding a happy (or tipsy) balance, you feel?
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  • @jesslsxo
    @jesslsxo 6 років тому +351

    Honestly I find saving and budgeting the hardest part of being an adult. Great tips girl x

    • @CharmaineAlmasen
      @CharmaineAlmasen 6 років тому

      JessBecause same here. It's really difficult.

    • @CreativelyPhoenix
      @CreativelyPhoenix 6 років тому +5

      JessBecause Agreed I could have used a class on this in school more than wood shop.

    • @AngieNFilms
      @AngieNFilms 6 років тому

      JessBecause its very hard and wish they had a class in school. But it’s all about sharing the knowledge and spreading love ❤️

  • @MarriageMotherhood
    @MarriageMotherhood 6 років тому +200

    Budgeting is sooo important no matter how much money you make. It’s also important to live debt free! I teach people how to do that on my channel. Thanks for sharing!

    • @kaleyrenn2414
      @kaleyrenn2414 6 років тому +2

      Marriage & Motherhood I love your videos!

    • @CreativelyPhoenix
      @CreativelyPhoenix 6 років тому +1

      Marriage & Motherhood Yes!!!! Love your channel #momgoals

    • @MarriageMotherhood
      @MarriageMotherhood 6 років тому +1

      Thank you 😚

    • @MRJLS15
      @MRJLS15 5 років тому

      Omg totally for the great energy gonna sub and check you out dear

    • @matthiasnickolas6954
      @matthiasnickolas6954 2 роки тому

      I guess im asking the wrong place but does anybody know a way to get back into an instagram account??
      I was stupid forgot the account password. I would appreciate any help you can offer me!

  • @cadence9308
    @cadence9308 6 років тому +13

    This definitely comes from a place of luxury. My rent and groceries alone is more than 50% of what I make in a month. Just do your best, and be super aware of superfluous spending and that's all some people can do

  • @TheEickert
    @TheEickert 6 років тому +16

    Another tip for the essentials portion: don't have more than you can afford. Don't get a new car if you can only afford a used for now. Or a 2 bedroom apartment if you really only need one bedroom. It will help get you on track or out of debt if you downsize to what you really need.

  • @TaylaMaybon
    @TaylaMaybon 6 років тому +469

    I swear you get prettier everyday

  • @STELLA-go7vt
    @STELLA-go7vt 6 років тому +73

    I used to go to Starbucks all of the time too, and when I realized how much money I was spending a week on my coffee, I knew I had to stop. Great video!

    • @emilyk7410
      @emilyk7410 6 років тому +1

      Yes! It adds up so fast. I still go occasionally (about 2x a month as) a treat because I love a good coffee and at home I stock up on extracts (almond, raspberry, etc) and got a small milk foamer so I can make my daily coffee a little more special.

    • @mariimichell6172
      @mariimichell6172 5 років тому +1

      Me and fast food 😩😩😩

  • @brisfavoritethings
    @brisfavoritethings 6 років тому +92

    adulting is so hard.. thanks for making it easier 😚

  • @ThisisKaila
    @ThisisKaila 6 років тому +110

    I just love the aesthetic of Youtober 🖤☕️🖤

  • @claudiadanella3176
    @claudiadanella3176 6 років тому +31

    your adulting 101 videos are all i need thank you thank you thank you

  • @malloryyt
    @malloryyt 6 років тому +3

    It definitely helps to have the cash actually on hand! My boyfriend gave me a tip to set a limit for your spending and get that amount out in cash..then when your next pay day or the next month comes around if you still have 60 dollars of your limit left, and your limit is 150, only get out 90 dollars because you'll still have 150 for your limit.

  • @Art3mis1990
    @Art3mis1990 6 років тому +34

    I'm so used to having a new video every day now, I'll miss that in November! :) but you deserve to get some rest after all this! thanks for the awesome content :)

  • @persephone213
    @persephone213 6 років тому +10

    I love videos about money and budgeting! Only thing is I do prefer to use my debit card so that whenever ppl ask me for money (which is usually quite often), I can just politely say "I don't carry cash on me."

  • @katrinh6201
    @katrinh6201 6 років тому +45

    I have to pay like 98% from my monthly income on life essentials haha
    your videos are awesome as always :-)

  • @evalbie
    @evalbie 6 років тому +49

    Don't just save, INVEST! put whatever money you are saving (or even just 50% of it) in a 401K or a mutual fund to maximize your money! most banks offer them and you cant set how aggressive it is and easily monitor and change how you want the money invested or you can be like me and just let the experts do their thing :) This also helps keep you from "borrowing" from your savings because (at leas in the US) most savings have penalties for early with drawl and different types of saving account have different time requirements (EX: 401K cannot be accessed until after retirement age) most companies now a days (even places like Starbucks & McDonalds!) offer employees savings plans to and they often match a certain % of what you save and/or "vest" you as an employee after a certain amount of time which is sorta like a pension, all you have to do is contact your HR person and they can walk you through how to sign up or activate it :) key is to ASK - I learned this mistake and am SHOOK at the amount of FREE money I could have gotten from Starbucks (my college job) had I only asked and gotten my plans set up.

    • @kathrynlouise8399
      @kathrynlouise8399 6 років тому +2

      Veronika Albuquerque was about to make a similar comment 👍 while I agree with some of Kalyn’s tips, there’s also a LOT more to financial freedom. And Investing is worth learning about. Hopefully this video inspires people to go out and do some research or maybe even talk to a financial planner :)

  • @xCandyxo
    @xCandyxo 6 років тому

    Love how this is a more in-depth not the usual how to save money video, kinda inspired me to be more stern on myself for a better future. And to whoever reads this and might help, I hate carrying cash but then again I pretty much spend my days at home so at my job, there's a grocery store. I just buy a grocery gift card and refill to 10$ a week on it for emergency work lunches. Fruits, bagels, pack of granola bars to store at the work locker, anything you could possibly (reasonably) want! Still waiting on an All About Bentley video! :D

  • @CosmoMakeupgurl
    @CosmoMakeupgurl 6 років тому +3

    Tip: have one bank account for fun and the other for bills. That way you are not tempted to use your bill money on fun stuff.

  • @Sisilovesyuh
    @Sisilovesyuh 6 років тому +8

    Kalyn you seriously have been reading my mind, i so needed this cuz whatever money i do have never lasts, thank you!🙏

  • @shelbylynn7119
    @shelbylynn7119 6 років тому +1

    Getting a notification about a new video makes me SO happy inside 😌

  • @KatieFilms
    @KatieFilms 6 років тому +44

    your adulting series has saved me so many times!

    • @morganoneal1551
      @morganoneal1551 6 років тому +1

      Me too!! I’ve learned so much from her!!

  • @christinamariemoney
    @christinamariemoney 6 років тому

    Money saving videos are some of my favourite videos on UA-cam and are what inspired me to start making videos! You definitely stand out here on UA-cam Kalyn! You can tell how creative and honest you are with your content! Love, a fellow UA-camr and Canadian ❤️🇨🇦

  • @claudiadanella3176
    @claudiadanella3176 6 років тому +18

    you are killing it with these daily uploads

  • @Zooay29
    @Zooay29 6 років тому +33

    I subscribed to u this week and all im thinking is WHY DID I ONLY FIND U NOW! U are amazing! Catching up on all videos nowwwww

    • @xomellaniexo
      @xomellaniexo 6 років тому

      Zoe Austen welcome to the club girl!❤️😘

  • @jessicarestrepo2738
    @jessicarestrepo2738 6 років тому

    I love how you're 23!! Your videos are so relatable and it's helpful and useful advice! Thank you!

  • @ilovemusic1228
    @ilovemusic1228 6 років тому

    I look forward to these literally every morning

  • @theycallmelerch
    @theycallmelerch 6 років тому +4

    I think a key component you left out in this video is to invest your money! Especially young adults need to be investing their money in stocks, mutual funds, retirement funds, etc. where they can watch it grow and gain interest over the years. Keeping your money in a savings account reaps none of these benefits.

  • @KelsVaughne
    @KelsVaughne 6 років тому +8

    awesome tips! we budgeted in a super similar way when we were saving to travel full-time !

  • @b3elu
    @b3elu 6 років тому

    Your video couldn't have come at a better time!!!!! Thanks, Kaylin!! Love you!

  • @tarawx
    @tarawx 6 років тому

    I love the fireplace as a background!

  • @quamangeleque
    @quamangeleque 6 років тому

    I have been so crazy about budgeting and these are so helpful. I like watching your videos I take notes just because they have helped and I am teaching my brother too. You are very helpful

  • @emilyk7410
    @emilyk7410 6 років тому

    I really recommend having your bank automatically transfer funds into your savings on your payday. I set up 2 accounts (1 main savings and 1 'car account' after I no longer had a car payment. I would set aside about 1/4 of my old car payment. I still had the other 3/4 to save or spend, but was also preparing for the inevitable day when my car would die. It may not be a lot, but it'll really help when you need to make a down payment the next time.)

  • @melissar.7186
    @melissar.7186 6 років тому

    You inspire me!! Love watching your vids.

  • @asiaashley2793
    @asiaashley2793 6 років тому

    I seriously love the amount of effort you put into your channel.. it makes me so drawn to you content and fall in love with you channel. Thank you!

  • @MrMrsJEMJ
    @MrMrsJEMJ 6 років тому

    Love this! Thank you!!

  • @joyjames4975
    @joyjames4975 6 років тому

    You’re the best! I was literally doing research on this topic this morning!

  • @user-un9em6pi2d
    @user-un9em6pi2d 6 років тому

    The best video for saving money ever!!! bravo!!!

  • @LizDieFluffehPup
    @LizDieFluffehPup 6 років тому

    I've been living on my own since I was 18 and I know the feels when it comes to money. It is WAY too easy to lose track of eating out, or personal little comforts and that kept biting me in the butt when I first started learning how to adult. I have finally come to the point where I still have a little money left over on each paycheck but not enough to adequately start a savings account. Which I need to do. I am glad I came across this video and when I get my next check I am going to take these tips and apply them and see how it helps me out! Thanks for the video!

  • @cozylifewithjc
    @cozylifewithjc 6 років тому +27

    I can barely afford rent/food/electricity/gas 😂😂😭😭😭 I need a video on how to make extra income lol

    • @nadjaschloinig9218
      @nadjaschloinig9218 6 років тому +3

      yeah me too haha when she talked about just spending 50% of your income on that I thought wtf that wouldn't pay anything :O :D

    • @sarahgoddard2001
      @sarahgoddard2001 6 років тому +4

      I save 10%-15% of my money right away before paying bills or anything. I've done that even when I was serving and a paycheck was only $400, I'd move 40 into my savings account. As for extra income look at "the Financial Diet", they have a good video about "side Hustles" to make money. I've considered them but I need to motivate myself. I totally have nights that I could babysit and I realize I don't want to give up my free nights so I must not need the money that bad :P

  • @willowgrey5983
    @willowgrey5983 6 років тому

    definitely needed today. Love you and your wisdom so much!

  • @lapislee
    @lapislee 5 років тому

    I think the cash thing will definitely help me out! It's so easy to just swipe that card, handing over cash is a lot harder!

  • @BeingCeleste
    @BeingCeleste 6 років тому +3

    Honestly one of the best series on youtube!!!

  • @rikarussell
    @rikarussell 5 років тому

    Thanks Kalyn! I'm putting this into play now that i have a 9-5p job post college and saving up for a future apartment!!!

  • @LizH.
    @LizH. 6 років тому

    AGREEEED. I hate carrying cash with a passion, but guess what! I'm not saying, "oh this is only $5" every other day and swiping my card too much. Totally agree girl

  • @fotinikonstanti1659
    @fotinikonstanti1659 6 років тому +6

    I AM ADDICTED TO YOUTOBER VIDEOS I DONT WANT THEM TO END!!!

  • @nefelipatentali9976
    @nefelipatentali9976 6 років тому

    Just wanted to say I really respect your work there so many you tubers out there doing vlogtober but you are the only one sticking to it . Iam 27 studying and I have a full time job so I definitely know what hard work is 😀 thanks for taking your job serious ♥️

  • @mariannapetinaki1128
    @mariannapetinaki1128 6 років тому

    I always love when you do this kind of videos!! Love you!! ❤❤❤

  • @Alicia-fd2pi
    @Alicia-fd2pi 6 років тому +3

    You're pure inspiration!

  • @MacarenaCamejo
    @MacarenaCamejo 6 років тому

    THIS IS SO HELPFUL THANK YOUUUU!!!!

  • @korinaordaz9609
    @korinaordaz9609 6 років тому

    I absolutely love your videos, so inspiring 💕💕💕

  • @bluesparkledrose9193
    @bluesparkledrose9193 5 років тому

    Thank you so much for your tips. its very helpful!

  • @missmahls5393
    @missmahls5393 5 років тому

    this was really helpful for me. thank you!

  • @petitsjoujoux5011
    @petitsjoujoux5011 6 років тому

    My tip is to borrow books from the library instead of buying them (unless you have an author you're supporting). You can also use kindle because it's cheaper to buy!

  • @EEmalay
    @EEmalay 6 років тому

    Every video you make is fantastic. I love you so much!!!

  • @alinahussain4842
    @alinahussain4842 6 років тому

    Honestly, just spending cash is a great idea! I’m definitely going to do that!

  • @Coco-sd2nl
    @Coco-sd2nl 6 років тому

    I really liked this! I liked the visual aids! Love you Kalyn!

  • @bryanacamillebraxton4770
    @bryanacamillebraxton4770 6 років тому

    Great tips! Taking out cash works! I do it every week. I take out cash for buying any treats or takeout food. Sometimes if I will even take my cards out of my wallet so when I go out, I can only spend that set amount of cash. It's so much easier to limit your spending that way.

  • @kelseeylesliee
    @kelseeylesliee 6 років тому

    you always upload the right videos at the right time for my life, I needed this one!! thank you girl!

  • @OhSoLimitless
    @OhSoLimitless 6 років тому

    I found pre-planning my expenses for the month and then tracking my expenses as I go to be the most useful and fortunately it helped babe and I to afford our first home!

  • @iridescentghostx
    @iridescentghostx 6 років тому

    this is exactly what i needed right now. thank you

  • @katieanderson2117
    @katieanderson2117 6 років тому

    This is such a helpful video! I love the visuals as well!

  • @VictoriaJoy85
    @VictoriaJoy85 6 років тому

    Was on my way to Starbucks for my 2nd Grande white 🍫 mocha and you changed my mind. Thank you!

  • @jessicadennison6506
    @jessicadennison6506 6 років тому +1

    Noting I didn’t already know but nice to refresh 👍🏻

  • @HattersHoney
    @HattersHoney 6 років тому

    I absolutely love your videos and this series is so wonderful! :)

  • @lindastone7810
    @lindastone7810 5 років тому

    First video of yours I've watched, loved it! The graphics really helped to make it sink in!

  • @shaynemclaughlin1409
    @shaynemclaughlin1409 6 років тому

    I am definitely going to try these tips out! I am the WORST at saving and budgeting! Thanks for the tips!!

  • @casgrotto
    @casgrotto 6 років тому

    this is soooo helpful. thank you!!!!!

  • @mariavalente6304
    @mariavalente6304 6 років тому

    Thanks for making a new video with this topic. Love your channel, sooooo tumblr!!!

  • @illegallyanxious6903
    @illegallyanxious6903 6 років тому

    Thank you Kalyn!!

  • @MRJLS15
    @MRJLS15 5 років тому

    Love this advice totally subbing to you the things you discuss just so positive and motivated by it for my own goals

  • @JolenEE148
    @JolenEE148 6 років тому

    I just love your budgeting videos 😍😍 This video was a great way to start the day.

  • @veechristo6054
    @veechristo6054 6 років тому +4

    This was such a good breakdown! Definitely gonna be using these tips, especially the apps! xo

  • @mercedeswiley6581
    @mercedeswiley6581 6 років тому +1

    EXACTLY what I needed, thank you so much!! Much love 🖤👻

  • @VanessaMarieOfficial
    @VanessaMarieOfficial 6 років тому +21

    new subscriber and just wanna say im hooked ✨ been binge watching your vids!

  • @MrFireflies100
    @MrFireflies100 6 років тому

    Needed this tbh. Love you!! 💕

  • @nadia_here
    @nadia_here 6 років тому

    This was helpful! Thank you

  • @sandybutton243
    @sandybutton243 6 років тому +7

    So, it's 11PM in Germany and I have to go to bed - but instead I'm watching your video :) Thanks again for sharing! Why is October nearly already over?!

  • @girllovesdraco
    @girllovesdraco 6 років тому +9

    Thank you for saving me 😊 I was kinda broke lately 🙊

  • @evelinafyhr9614
    @evelinafyhr9614 6 років тому

    Love this video! Really good made. Love ya

  • @mediatrix.
    @mediatrix. 6 років тому +1

    just in time. i really need this kind of vid. thanks Kalyn.

  • @sjssrox
    @sjssrox 6 років тому

    Loved this video but omg at 6:12 when it was over, I was looking for the mouse arrow to click out and struggled to find it coz of all the autumn leaves and went into a panic lol

  • @runwaychick7
    @runwaychick7 6 років тому +4

    Girl, you rock!

  • @maridesconsi
    @maridesconsi 6 років тому

    This was SO DAMN HELPFUL! Thank you

  • @kawtarlakhmais
    @kawtarlakhmais 6 років тому

    Thank youuuu kalyn!

  • @miltor6068
    @miltor6068 6 років тому

    I would love to see a video like this about credit/credit cards! I think a lot of people, like myself, would find it useful! Much love❤️

  • @hannahs773
    @hannahs773 6 років тому

    I love this. I've been wanting you to make a video like this AND LONE BEYOND YOU MADE ONE I LOVE YOU💖💖💕💕💕

  • @haleykristen2893
    @haleykristen2893 6 років тому

    Very helpful! :) Thanks, Kalyn!

  • @chloee_fituk
    @chloee_fituk 6 років тому

    I seriously needed this

  • @kortnishea
    @kortnishea 6 років тому

    You have KILLED this youtober. You've created better quality content, and more of it, in a month than some channels I'm subscribed to put out in a year..... I haven't felt that any of these videos were just "filler" and that's super fucking impressive. Much love. 💜💜💜

  • @xomellaniexo
    @xomellaniexo 6 років тому

    I LOVED THIS VIDEO SO MUCH. My boyfriend and I got our first apartment and we have lived here since May, and we still haven’t found a good system for saving/spending. I think this is going to save us and help so much! Thank you so much Kalyn, you give the best advice & tips.
    P.S Lots of love from Detroit, MI ❤️

  • @onairwitherika4644
    @onairwitherika4644 6 років тому

    I love your channel and its content. You are inspiring and fun and very easy to watch.

  • @vesnjadivkovic2578
    @vesnjadivkovic2578 6 років тому +4

    For ppl who live in Balkan countries 70% or more goes on essencials so there is not much left at all....

  • @jenjacobs4197
    @jenjacobs4197 6 років тому

    You slay! You are my inspiration! Ilysm!

  • @emmaparsons4151
    @emmaparsons4151 6 років тому

    Song choice always on point

  • @TheHeltta
    @TheHeltta 6 років тому

    These animations were so good! Well done ❤

  • @binilini1755
    @binilini1755 6 років тому

    I needed this soooooo much❤

  • @laurenvioletthesped6738
    @laurenvioletthesped6738 6 років тому

    THIS WAS SO HELPFUL

  • @christinepaje6636
    @christinepaje6636 5 років тому

    Ahhhh this was SO helpful!!! Definitely going to try the 30% out in cash. Omg thank you!

  • @Raquell2212
    @Raquell2212 6 років тому

    I needed this 🙌🏻

  • @nathanhummel462
    @nathanhummel462 6 років тому

    Great points! It's so important to effectively learn to how to manage money when you're young!

  • @thegirlwithrougehair
    @thegirlwithrougehair 6 років тому

    Super useful video Kalyn! Really need to track the spending on personal stuff. great tips :)

  • @user-kw3mt3mo2k
    @user-kw3mt3mo2k 6 років тому +19

    Wooohoo, you updated earlier than usual. Now I have a lovely video to watch while eating dinner :')

    • @danielaontiveros113
      @danielaontiveros113 6 років тому

      DiaBBt Really it usually 4pm or before here in Chicago at a regular basis?

    • @user-kw3mt3mo2k
      @user-kw3mt3mo2k 6 років тому

      Well I'm from Romania, she usually uploads at midnight so yea :'(

    • @danielaontiveros113
      @danielaontiveros113 6 років тому

      DiaBBt Awww well at least it's amazing how she is Canadian and your watching from Romania I'm in the U.S and we all get to not only support but benefit from Kalyn