That's not true. Your point of view is that money is only a commodity that needs to be traded away for things of value, rather than an asset that can work for you. CreditShifu did a great job talking about this in his vid: ua-cam.com/video/eSyc3VV6ZFw/v-deo.html
Agreed. Make sense. I think many people still don't get that mentality of saving money. Saving money doesn't mean cheap. Saving money is spending less with max. value.
I am a middle aged retired single man. I have money and saved all of my life so I can give the finger and walk away from anyone I don’t like. I like freedom, and the freedom I have now is far greater than the joy that consumer items could have ever given me.
Wish I could meet people with your mindset. Everyone I come across loves things and want nothing more than to keep up with the Jones. And then make me feel like a freak for not buying crap. Keep up the good work!
You can. I am trying to setup gatherings through my website fishcent. When I have gatherings in various cities, people who come DO have this type of mindset and it's a great meeting.
Solid Boss Man! These people flashing like they have dough but really are broke don't impress me. You and I realize the concept of putting our money to work.
Realistically, there probably is a bit of that. But I think mostly it's not being like everyone else. If you stick out then you are prone to get made fun of.
@@BeatTheBush definitely! It's bred into us to notice differences like this. So from an optimist point of view their actions stem from curiosity 😁. I have grown to love living the "outcast" role, though it's harder to find friends with similar ideals.
@@BeatTheBush they may make fun of your non name brand products that they have but what do you have that they dont.....MONEY and not drowning in DEBT like the majority of people!!
Anti consumerism is great. Less clutter in the house and less crap to throw which means you are environmentally friendly. Cholesterol is not the enemy. Processed foods and trans fats is. Enjoy those scallops. I love your channel.
I find joy in saving/investing...I love watching it build and build😏I don’t have to depend on banks or others for loans...it’s cool when you can be your own bank😎
@@713skywalker As long as that cash flow you're referring to is generous dividends that you haven't reinvested. I assume we're talking about shares. And even then you'd have to own a ton of shares to generate enough income to cover the average salary.
Not sure if I agree with that. Unfortunately, not everyone is in the position to earn their own money. My family, for example, extends further than just my parents. I have a grandma, uncles, aunts, cousins, a sibling, all of whom I am happy to give money to in time of need.
My wife and I had a huge shift in lifestyle 5 years ago. You are making me rethink things we are still doing. We sold our nicer home, and bought an older and smaller home. We are in home renovation work, so were able to remodel the house over the past several years...with cash. We got rid of ALL credit cards. Dont even own one today. Sold the new cars....today we own a 2003 accord that looks and runs great, and also a 2013 tundra for the business. We cut cable and movie channels. Only thing we kept was internet service. Sold our large screen tvs....got rid of dvrs...etc. Electronics aren’t necessary like we have been led to believe, and they are a complete waste of income resources. We simplified our wardrobes. Lots of changes....but Im learning from your experience and can appreciate the direction you are going
Some might even think this is like becoming a monk. I think of it as a shortcut and not doing unnecessary things that keeps you from what matters to you most. This is rather than what marketing wants you to matter to you.
cost/use is so important, friends laughing at me why I have 300$ headphones and I'm like: been using them for 4-5 hours daily in the last 3 months, although I don't have a TV in my house just because I watch movies/tv series on my pc monitor, I like to think I'm pretty financially responsible, as long as I can buy expensive things that I care about and my net worth is increasing, I'm happy.
I think you still have to prove the $300 headphones is worth it by using it for 5 years because a $30 pair of headphone will last 3 months as well. Or even 1 year. It's hard to say. But then the enjoyment you get from superior sound means you are willing to pay a premium for cost-per-use.
@@BeatTheBush Unfortunately hobbies sometimes don't make financial sense. For instance I had $50 speakers and now I have $500 speakers but the enjoyment of sound and the way music is listened to is completely different. Honestly I wish I didn't have to pay so much for music equipment but the experience and enjoyement is different when comparing a 20 dollar stereo to a $800 stereo. .... I will say I have gotten lucky at goodwill and found some vintage equipment that works but it's hit or miss on how long it works for....
Sennheiser HD8 DJ got them on release date for $429.99 CAD, 4 1/2 yrs later, still amazing. If I broke them today I would buy the exact same pair that's how much I love them. My excuse for spending "extra" is I'd rather spend more and get something that not only is a superior product in terms of performance/quality but also longevity.
I take the bus to work at times, fast for work and eat at home and live frugally, utilize credit cards for purchases I need to make and get points in exchange for free travel. This is the way lol
Tbh i dont think you need to make 4k videos. The information is just the same. After 1080p60 anything else doesn't really make a justifiable difference for your type of videos.
Saving is great because it leads to a peaceful, sustainable lifestyle. Crushing debt and living hand to mouth are just going to get you stressed out. Don't be owned by your possessions.
BeatTheBush yeah. It actually did ! Btw, I like being frugal, coz it has taught me that is possible to live comfortably spending less. Thanks to the struggles I faced in the last three years made me stronger and smarter in some ways. I’ll definitely will be paying off college debt and investing a portion of my income in the future in order to increase my living standard as well of my family’s.
All kinds of studies have been done that prove that after the basics, food, clothing and shelter, more $ doesn't do anything for your happiness. A really good movie to watch is "Happiness" on Amazon. They can measure the feel good chemicals in the brain and determine who is the happiest. It's NOT who you would think. So glad I found your channel. I always learn something and it also validates things I already knew.
It’s great that you’re comfortable with yourself. Peer pressure and the need to fit in is suffocating but many people are eager to impress. We seem to have a lot in common and I enjoy your vids. Thanks
Deprivation and delayed gratification is #1 rule in finance hold on to what u have. Temptation sets in when u see your account accumulate saving is hard because money was meant to spend but not spending your money overtime will build even a nickle at a time
i've been subscribed to your channel for a little while now, and i must say i really enjoy your content. it's nice to see someone who reaffirms the ideals and financial sense that my parents instilled in me at a young age. keep up the great work!
This comment is to inform you that your videos have made an impact. You, and a few other experienced have transitioned my life into gearing towards my future and it makes me enjoy my life more now by engaging what I have available for myself financially, AFTER I first apply my finances towards a livable retirement. Thank you BTB!!
Yes, once you stop caring about impressing people who are not actually worthy of being impressed, it quite soon turns out that you already have Enough.
*I can't stand people that keep asking that question. "Why do you do that?" Maaaan, because I want to, it's what makes me feel good, safe and secure. If you feel good paying 250 dollars for bottle service every week so be it, do you. But please, let me be myself and invest my money so that one day I can stash them millions under my mattress.*
Thanks for writing this. This is exactly how i feel. I don’t drink alcohol and my friends and co-workers often ask me Why. But i noticed they only ask questions to make me 2nd guess myself so that they could convince me to be more like them. Or they try to justify their own behavior by pointing out my flaws and contradictions. At end of the day , They don’t sincerely care about our reasons or plans for the future they just want force us to follow Social Norms
The more I watch, the more attraction your videos to me. I can't stop myself from watching. I appreciate you for sharing info abt the saving and spending aspects. I learn so much in your videos
My philosophy is to make as much money as you can, save and invest early in life, so you can enjoy later and spend only the interests instead of spending the capital.
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I just watched this video after calling your stove a disaster in another . Now I feel bad!! It's true different strokes for different folks. Merry Christmas
I dont want to tell people how to live but I feel we would be a lot happier if we spent more time complimenting others vs critisizing and questioning their ways. If someome wants to save money and eat one cookie a day- then awesome! That has no affect on me. I've been doing a challenge with myself to give 3 compliments by noon. We both share a smile that way and my day becomes a little bit better. :)
BTB, I am super frugal like you, but I'm not even sure if the iPhone 5 even gets updates anymore. At the very least, you can buy a used iPhone SE or iPhone 6 for around $100. Used electronics are usually pretty good value. In general, electronics depreciate so fast that getting something 2 - 4 years old is a good buy in my opinion.
The way I see it, is that the money I have earned is a representation of the time I have spent earning it. So the money i saved holds great value to me in the way that time holds great value to me. So whenever I buy something I convert it back in to time and determine that way, if it is worth the price. For example a product of around 60 euro's (70dollars) would be about around 7 hours of work (minimumwage (nl) example (not my actual wage)). Then I ask myself if I would be willing to work that amount of time for said product. I think minimum wage is great way to determin "worth" of something according to society.
I am nineteen at the moment, and I wholeheartedly believe that my generation is going to one of the best when it comes to saving. Personally, I save a lot, and am investing. It is hard to justify the price of commodities in today's economy, along with the price of housing. It is even harder to justify credit cards with their extremely high interest. I realized that it is much better to save and live modestly, thanking myself down the road. Of course, this can indirectly hurt the economy...
I had the iphone 4 until last year's black Friday, I upgraded to the Iphone SE. Works great. I drive a 2003 car and love it. I do struggle with makeup and spending in that area, but I'm working on it.
I've started to convince myself that I don't really need to buy anything except for groceries and paying rent/utility expenses. I work 12-14 hours a day and am also provided breakfast and lunch so expenses are extremely low. I feel like most of my money is useless... I could buy cool stuff but I wouldn't have any time to use it anyway. I could save/invest until the day I die but what's the fun in saving something you'll never use?
Use a little bit of it. Take 10% of what you save every month and spend it in the thing you like most. You need to work less if you don't need the money. Use that time for more important things.
We have a friend who used to walk around in old pair of sneakers, he didn't buy a new pair until he had to go to the doc for foot pain. He had the money but he did not want to spend it. As long as you are not compromising health, go right ahead and save. We have to replace our old HVAC system this Fall, I don't want to spend money but freezing in the Winter isn't a good alternative either. Any thoughts on saving HVAC systems?
It's true. By being content and simple on your needs sometimes you can find who are your friends are. I still use I Phone 5. I am not planning to change it soon. If it's not usable anymore then I will do.
Basically, don't buy anything just to show it off or things that don't give you significant additional value. Follow that will save you tons of money and only buy things that will last and provides value
My aunt has lived this same lifestyle for as long as I can remember. It’s funny because I used to say how can you live without this or that. I never really understood her reasoning. But now that I’m on my debt free journey I can understand her and of course where you are coming from.
@@BeatTheBush Cholesterol actually isn't that bad at all. It doesn't work the way they always told us it does. I highly recommend the channel What I've Learned and his videos about sugar and fat - somewhere in there he talks about cholesterol too. I think you'll like his channel.
I totally get what you're saying! People always think I don't spend on anything or do anything fun ever lol, but the truth is I'm just super deliberate with my money and I actually feel quite more indulgent than other people. The goal of my money is freedom and time to pursue things I really want to do!
What most people never realize is that most "good things" come to an end and spend like crazy because another paycheck is coming next week. One example is the prosperity of Detroit that no one thought would end. Look at it now. Save your money because it "buys" choice in good times and bad. I drive a 25 year old car because I chose to, not because I have to. I live in an old house, fully paid for 20 years ago with a property tax of $600/year. Seek peace of mind.
I like the way you think and live. I would still be driving my old car had it not died on me. I needed to buy a replacement car a couple of years ago. It was not a new car and I paid cash for it. Hope your car keeps hanging in there professor. ( :
I once visited a friend who showed me a tour of their home and how many thousands he had spent on his furniture and all i was thinking was but hes got nothing that i dont have except mine cost very little as its all second hand or donated what an absolute waste of his money and the funny thing was he was so proud of it
In this day and age living a frugal lifestyle is a wise choice to make. And not everyone is a compulsive consumer who wants an over abundance of material possessions. I have found that the older I get the less material possessions mean to me. The late great comedian George Carlin does several skits pertaining to America's love affair with the mall and buying stupid stuff.
I only buy what I absolutely need, and I never care what others have to say to me. Good thing is that nobody has ever said anything on my shopping choices and life style. Again our goal is to become rich, not to look rich.
Completely agree with your way of thinking. Time is our most precious resource. Reminds me of George Carlin speaking of American's most favorite pastime ~ buying things. Buying things they don't need with money they don't have. Thank God for people like that though because it's the engine of our economy.
I keep hearing arguments that 4K resolution isn't worth the money because unless you are watching on a big big tv, you cannot see the difference. keep these awesome videos coming!
Yup. Rule of thumb is you need to be sitting less than 1.5x the diagonal of the screen to start to see the difference. Optimal is about 1x the size of the screen. For normal viewing distance of 6-8', I means you should get 75" or larger if you want to see 4k quality.
I have come to realize that most people around me to do not have common sense when it comes to money and being financially responsible with their spending. That's why I love you and your channel! Almost everything I own is second hand or bought used. I choose to spend my money on high quality food for my health. I'm surviving on less than $20k/year in Hawaii and I still am able to save and contribute to my Roth IRA. You are absolutely right when you said it simply takes a shift in financial thinking, which is easier aid than done for a lot of people apparently.
I am impressed that you are able to live on that amount of money plus save in Hawaii. Good for you. ( : I understand the cost of living there is very high. Buying used is the way to go. I do this also, but not 100%. I would say 80%. I buy my shoes, and bedsheets new. You are wise to choose to spend your money on high quality food.
A better question would be " Why Do You Invest So Much?" 😉 there's nothing wrong with saving your money though at least then you don't have to worry about an emergency day by taking out loans or anything like most people.
You have to take a step back and ask yourself why you are buying certain things and how it affects your life long term. 'Enjoying life' might not be indulging in all the things you currently think is how you enjoy life.
Everyone needs to develop their own answer to "why", which will keep them motivated while they're pursuing their own financial or life goals, but for many on the FIER path (or have already achieved FIRE), myself included, our "why" is to achieve financial freedom. I don't want to wait until I'm 65 to start living life on my terms (unfortunately, many people don't have any plans for retirement and will likely be working well beyond 65). Yes, you can be gone tomorrow, but the chances of that happening are very low. The average life expectancy for a person living in the U.S. is 78.7 years. Statistically speaking, you are more likely to suffer from a disability than to die prematurely (which is all the more reason why you should be having a high savings rate). You can be frugal, saving money, AND enjoying life. They are not mutually exclusive.
At the end of the day you just have to live the lifestyle that you want and do what makes you happy. And if that's lavish then that's on them. Our time is limited and we should live it to the fullest. Just make sure it's sustainable. My guilty pleasures are Technology and cars which get expensive but I'm happy making those purchases and I can make them because I don't spend my money much on anything else.
If you can afford it then by all means. But most have a choice of either not buying it or spend more time to work to buy it. It all becomes very costly if you don't like your job.
Not trying to pressure you into updating your kitchen but I think it would be fun to watch videos of you DIY updating your kitchen while spending very little on it! I'm thinking about repainting my kitchen cabinets but haven't reached early retirement yet so there's no time on my hands at the moment haha
Oh hey, LOLcat's back! Hi LOLcat! I think I'm too late to be first and win the prize, but Couch Community are Snorelax, Honey Badger, LOLcat, Peas, T-Rex, and IceBat, and it looks like Steak is missing today. About spending on enormous TVs: there's one highrise apartment building in my neighborhood and the people on the higher floors often forget to draw their curtains. On a recent walk around it, I noticed that some of the TVs people on the higher floors have are so big that from the street, I can watch TV with them through their windows. When your TV is so huge that people 20 floors down and a hundred meters away can watch it with you, it's Too. Darn. Big!!
You are not that far behind actually. Perhaps 3rd. You would've gotten it. Perfect caps, order, and even steak! It seems more so than ever a large TV shouldn't be a common item to have. I haven't turned mine on for months!
The link between dietary cholesterol (cholesterol you eat) and cholesterol levels in your blood is not as strong as once thought. That's why eggs are no longer cautioned against. Maybe look into it.
Grab a beach chair and sit in front of the people who teases you work place and do what you like, i bet they will envy you and wish they were as free. Your doing well by your living
I like his mentality of being monk lifestyle in a spending culture society. Some industries and products are engineered to get people addicted to certain things they keep using and buying for no true reason. One big example is tobacco and sugary soft drinks. I don't smoke. I quit consuming soda more than 10 years ago. But I still like to have coffee everyday. Buying coffee beans cost me about $180/yr. Starbucks coffee (tall size) every day would cost $700/yr
@@BeatTheBush less is more means not bringing unnecessary things into your space in other words not going out and buying just random things.less means you got more time & more money. I hope I explained myself better.
The example with the phone was perfect, the same for people that drink soda and try and pressure you into drinking soda, and consuming sugar more often. They're the same people.
Joseph Khristov I think one reason so far is that he values his time cutting down expenses that he don't need to gain something he wants now he don't need to work a full time time now he has more time to do something he loves learn a set of skills or hobbies etc
I recently sold my iPhone x and bought an Android Galaxy Note5 (this phone is a few years old) for under $100. I also switched my service provider from Verizon to MintMobile. So, I went from paying a total of $140/mo (including phone payment and Verizon service) to just $15/mo. It feels so good to optimize expenses.
I just lost My Ray-Ban glasses at the beach 😂, so when You mentioned about the glasses it reminded Me about how much it hurt to lose them 😂 . I usually don't like to spend that much on glasses either, I had gotten a good deal on them on Black Friday.
Don't forget, that there are so many things out there that we can enjoy and not pay full price for. Buying second hand has lost its stigma and we are doing a good deed by reusing these items.
Personally I've never cared much for having "stuff". I've always preferred to live a Spartan lifestyle and make do with less. I value having 'experiences' instead of expensive things.
Your thought process shows how you grew up and the area of influence you live in. Anyone who grew up poor, or is a singal parent already lives like this! Your lucky
I shop like every three years. I’ve never even owned a pair of Jordan’s for. Many find this weird! LOL..!! Friends and family are forever asking me, with all the money that I save, why don’t I travel more. It’s really not what I’m into. Doesn’t matter to me. I even still have an iPhone 6s Plus, that I purchased a year after its release. I bought it from eBay for a great price. Folks often mention, “Well you can’t take it with you!” My reply, “Yet I can leave it as part of my legacy.”
Great topic today. It always amazes me how employees don't mind taking crap from the boss and how much money would they give up not to have to answer to anyone. I must have had way worse bosses than the average.
Thumbs up for keeping things minimized. I also have made big changes in my life. We have become a nation of consumers, wanting everything now, regardless of the consequences and never saving or planning for a rainy day.
0:38 valuing time more than money. 1:18 Skimping by? He does not feel deprived. Extremely satisfied from a little sweet treat. 2:41 Items he does not focus a lot of money on anymore 4:24 IPhone 5. Changing the attack into a challenge. Not letting negative get to you 6:12 Personal Taste changes 8:10 Clothing 9:45 Giveaway
Agree 100%,. We have always been brain washed by our capitalist society to keep on spending and buying more stuff. Most holidays, if not all, are "designed" for people to feel obligated to go out and spend. Glad we get this fresh breath of air from you and bring back some sanity for us all.
You should get an AMC A list stubs membership. $21.95 a month, but you get 3 movies a week (12 a month). Well worth it. Sneak some food and a bottle of water in your jacket. Good times for less than $2 per movie.
Going to the movies seems so antiquated to me now. True, I don’t have family or friends to go with anymore. But, I actually have a lot more pleasure in being able to watch movies with my 2 cats, who will actually watch just about anything, in quietude, without me telling someone to be quiet. I’m not spending on popcorn, pooped in some weird tasting oil. If I want to spend, I can order in from any restaurant. I also have a rather small TV in the bedroom, until I re-hookup my old 30” Apple Cinema Display and I have 2 of those, which is good enough for me. But, the peace, quiet and not having to go to a theatre, just to tell someone what you saw, when you’re at work on Monday? I don’t think anyone does that anymore.
You sound so much like me lol. Consumerism and materialism is devoid of any meaning, it's rife nowadays, but I reject it and I'm happy I work less (more time for myself + family) but still have some money for when I actually need it.
People always judge when someone is frugal or is trying to save money. When my coworkers are going for a coffee run and I don't want to spend money. They look at me like why are you saving a few dollars on coffee like I'm the weird one. A few dollars a day adds up at the end of the month.
Beatthebush - "What I've learned" has a very interesting health channel I think you would like. His video on Cholesterol being a dietary necessity is pretty neat!
If people ask you "Do you like money?", tell them "Yes, that's why I don't get rid of it as soon as I get it" =P
It's only becoming your money when you spend it.
That's not true. Your point of view is that money is only a commodity that needs to be traded away for things of value, rather than an asset that can work for you. CreditShifu did a great job talking about this in his vid: ua-cam.com/video/eSyc3VV6ZFw/v-deo.html
Rishab Gangopadhyay genius reply
I tell them " I save money to buy my freedom ".
Agreed. Make sense. I think many people still don't get that mentality of saving money. Saving money doesn't mean cheap. Saving money is spending less with max. value.
I am a middle aged retired single man. I have money and saved all of my life so I can give the finger and walk away from anyone I don’t like. I like freedom, and the freedom I have now is far greater than the joy that consumer items could have ever given me.
Wish I could meet people with your mindset. Everyone I come across loves things and want nothing more than to keep up with the Jones. And then make me feel like a freak for not buying crap. Keep up the good work!
Two Thousand variety is the spice of life. Encourage them to buy another house/yacht/BMW in your name next time ;)
You can. I am trying to setup gatherings through my website fishcent. When I have gatherings in various cities, people who come DO have this type of mindset and it's a great meeting.
Yeah, I only know people like us online. I never see them in real life!
I have an iPhone 4s a 2004 car, but plenty of money in the bank!
Me too. 03 suburban. Paid for in cash. And I buy used clothes. Goodwill has brand name shit, real cheap. I do buy lots of silver bullion!!!!
Solid Boss Man! These people flashing like they have dough but really are broke don't impress me. You and I realize the concept of putting our money to work.
I am very similar. 02 car, used clothes, and investing a portion in silver. Also very old cell phone.
Aloha State of Mind ayyyyeeee🔥 Living your best life
Aloha State of Mind iphone 4s? Please tell me youre kidding. You can upgrade man like you said you have so much money in the bank it will cost you
Don't sweat people making fun of your minimalistic lifestyle... Chances are they are jealous of it and are afraid to make drastic changes.
Realistically, there probably is a bit of that. But I think mostly it's not being like everyone else. If you stick out then you are prone to get made fun of.
@@BeatTheBush definitely! It's bred into us to notice differences like this. So from an optimist point of view their actions stem from curiosity 😁. I have grown to love living the "outcast" role, though it's harder to find friends with similar ideals.
They covet his stuffed friends - they are sweet!
@@BeatTheBush they may make fun of your non name brand products that they have but what do you have that they dont.....MONEY and not drowning in DEBT like the majority of people!!
Anti consumerism is great. Less clutter in the house and less crap to throw which means you are environmentally friendly. Cholesterol is not the enemy. Processed foods and trans fats is. Enjoy those scallops. I love your channel.
yes, please,
cholesterol is definitely the enemy. the data shows this.
Great video. I feel the same way. I don't even want stuff anymore. Time is my most precious posession.
=D Exactly. Always interested to know what people like to do if they have a week of no work and not 'vacationing'
I find joy in saving/investing...I love watching it build and build😏I don’t have to depend on banks or others for loans...it’s cool when you can be your own bank😎
Banks always wants you to borrow money. It becomes ridiculous when you don't even want it and those mailing comes year after year.
So, you're watching your investments grow but at the same time you're dipping in. Not a great strategy.
bitTorrenter , haven’t dipped in yet but if need be I don’t have to depend on banks or others...cash flow is very good right now 😎
@@713skywalker As long as that cash flow you're referring to is generous dividends that you haven't reinvested. I assume we're talking about shares. And even then you'd have to own a ton of shares to generate enough income to cover the average salary.
I save so I have more for my family. 🙂
Give money to parents - yes, but not to others. They can earn their own money.
A very worthy goal.
Not sure if I agree with that. Unfortunately, not everyone is in the position to earn their own money. My family, for example, extends further than just my parents. I have a grandma, uncles, aunts, cousins, a sibling, all of whom I am happy to give money to in time of need.
Nice
What if you didnt have a family, then what? Of course you'd save some but how much and why?
I'm becoming more conscious with my spending since I'm subscribed to your channel. Thank you
My wife and I had a huge shift in lifestyle 5 years ago. You are making me rethink things we are still doing. We sold our nicer home, and bought an older and smaller home. We are in home renovation work, so were able to remodel the house over the past several years...with cash. We got rid of ALL credit cards. Dont even own one today. Sold the new cars....today we own a 2003 accord that looks and runs great, and also a 2013 tundra for the business. We cut cable and movie channels. Only thing we kept was internet service. Sold our large screen tvs....got rid of dvrs...etc. Electronics aren’t necessary like we have been led to believe, and they are a complete waste of income resources. We simplified our wardrobes. Lots of changes....but Im learning from your experience and can appreciate the direction you are going
Some might even think this is like becoming a monk. I think of it as a shortcut and not doing unnecessary things that keeps you from what matters to you most. This is rather than what marketing wants you to matter to you.
cost/use is so important, friends laughing at me why I have 300$ headphones and I'm like: been using them for 4-5 hours daily in the last 3 months, although I don't have a TV in my house just because I watch movies/tv series on my pc monitor, I like to think I'm pretty financially responsible, as long as I can buy expensive things that I care about and my net worth is increasing, I'm happy.
I think you still have to prove the $300 headphones is worth it by using it for 5 years because a $30 pair of headphone will last 3 months as well. Or even 1 year.
It's hard to say. But then the enjoyment you get from superior sound means you are willing to pay a premium for cost-per-use.
@@BeatTheBush Unfortunately hobbies sometimes don't make financial sense. For instance I had $50 speakers and now I have $500 speakers but the enjoyment of sound and the way music is listened to is completely different.
Honestly I wish I didn't have to pay so much for music equipment but the experience and enjoyement is different when comparing a 20 dollar stereo to a $800 stereo.
.... I will say I have gotten lucky at goodwill and found some vintage equipment that works but it's hit or miss on how long it works for....
It's called VALUE!
Sennheiser HD8 DJ got them on release date for $429.99 CAD, 4 1/2 yrs later, still amazing. If I broke them today I would buy the exact same pair that's how much I love them. My excuse for spending "extra" is I'd rather spend more and get something that not only is a superior product in terms of performance/quality but also longevity.
BeatTheBush If they were Sennheiser headphones it was probably worth it :-P
I take the bus to work at times, fast for work and eat at home and live frugally, utilize credit cards for purchases I need to make and get points in exchange for free travel. This is the way lol
I love your positive attitude. I use things until they fall apart. I take good care of what I have.
Ahhh, the great feeling you get when you did your part to fully use a thing to the bones.
Tbh i dont think you need to make 4k videos. The information is just the same. After 1080p60 anything else doesn't really make a justifiable difference for your type of videos.
Ro Har i Watch It on a phone - man not even my PCs monitor supports such a resolution
Saving is great because it leads to a peaceful, sustainable lifestyle. Crushing debt and living hand to mouth are just going to get you stressed out. Don't be owned by your possessions.
Exactly.
After becoming an uni student in Japan and a father of a five months old boy has taught me to be frugal !
Or rather, did it force you to become frugal?
BeatTheBush yeah. It actually did !
Btw, I like being frugal, coz it has taught me that is possible to live comfortably spending less. Thanks to the struggles I faced in the last three years made me stronger and smarter in some ways. I’ll definitely will be paying off college debt and investing a portion of my income in the future in order to increase my living standard as well of my family’s.
Why do ppl go to Japan for a wife
Nikolai Dante I didn’t come to Japan for a wife. In fact, I’ve never thought I’d marry someone from here!
@@hatadani90 sure buddy. Alot of ppl are doing what you've done though it's no coincidence.
Why people think you sacrifice too much is because a large part of society is becoming less inclined to practice MODERATION.
As Jocko Wilink would say, _"Discipline equals Freedom"_
Freedom... most have not tasted it it seems.
All kinds of studies have been done that prove that after the basics, food, clothing and shelter, more $ doesn't do anything for your happiness. A really good movie to watch is "Happiness" on Amazon. They can measure the feel good chemicals in the brain and determine who is the happiest. It's NOT who you would think. So glad I found your channel. I always learn something and it also validates things I already knew.
It’s great that you’re comfortable with yourself. Peer pressure and the need to fit in is suffocating but many people are eager to impress. We seem to have a lot in common and I enjoy your vids. Thanks
Thank you! =D
Deprivation and delayed gratification is #1 rule in finance hold on to what u have. Temptation sets in when u see your account accumulate saving is hard because money was meant to spend but not spending your money overtime will build even a nickle at a time
Short Change yes, I completely agree. I'm a natural saver and people call me cheap however I feel happier saving then spending.
i've been subscribed to your channel for a little while now, and i must say i really enjoy your content. it's nice to see someone who reaffirms the ideals and financial sense that my parents instilled in me at a young age. keep up the great work!
This comment is to inform you that your videos have made an impact.
You, and a few other experienced have transitioned my life into gearing towards my future and it makes me enjoy my life more now by engaging what I have available for myself financially, AFTER I first apply my finances towards a livable retirement.
Thank you BTB!!
Yes, once you stop caring about impressing people who are not actually worthy of being impressed, it quite soon turns out that you already have Enough.
*I can't stand people that keep asking that question. "Why do you do that?" Maaaan, because I want to, it's what makes me feel good, safe and secure. If you feel good paying 250 dollars for bottle service every week so be it, do you. But please, let me be myself and invest my money so that one day I can stash them millions under my mattress.*
I thought your photo was the buffalo wild wings logo lol. But yes I agree.
Thanks for writing this. This is exactly how i feel. I don’t drink alcohol and my friends and co-workers often ask me Why. But i noticed they only ask questions to make me 2nd guess myself so that they could convince me to be more like them. Or they try to justify their own behavior by pointing out my flaws and contradictions. At end of the day , They don’t sincerely care about our reasons or plans for the future they just want force us to follow Social Norms
The more I watch, the more attraction your videos to me. I can't stop myself from watching. I appreciate you for sharing info abt the saving and spending aspects. I learn so much in your videos
Whoa! Cool! I have no knowledge on how to make addictive videos. But I’m glad you’re watching!
My philosophy is to make as much money as you can, save and invest early in life, so you can enjoy later and spend only the interests instead of spending the capital.
T-Rex, Icebat, snorlax, peas, honey badger, and Lolcat!!
Left to right: Snorlax, honey badger, lolcat, peas, t-Rex, and ice-bat (where’s steak??)
@Joseph Lee, You DID IT! CONGRATS! Snorlax, Honey Badger, Lolcat, Peas, T-Rex, Icebat are the proper way with caps and dashes. At least how I write them. Please use the email on the 'about' tab of this channel to contact me to claim your prize.
That was not a requirement when I announced the game in the video. Also, ordering is not a requirement. Mentioning Steak was not a requirement.
Where is that T-bone steak?
I thought these were lyrics to the new eminem song.
I just watched this video after calling your stove a disaster in another . Now I feel bad!! It's true different strokes for different folks. Merry Christmas
I dont want to tell people how to live but I feel we would be a lot happier if we spent more time complimenting others vs critisizing and questioning their ways. If someome wants to save money and eat one cookie a day- then awesome! That has no affect on me. I've been doing a challenge with myself to give 3 compliments by noon. We both share a smile that way and my day becomes a little bit better. :)
Agreed. I want to add... not just surface compliments. Something you truly think is true rather than flattery.
BTB, I am super frugal like you, but I'm not even sure if the iPhone 5 even gets updates anymore. At the very least, you can buy a used iPhone SE or iPhone 6 for around $100. Used electronics are usually pretty good value. In general, electronics depreciate so fast that getting something 2 - 4 years old is a good buy in my opinion.
The way I see it, is that the money I have earned is a representation of the time I have spent earning it. So the money i saved holds great value to me in the way that time holds great value to me. So whenever I buy something I convert it back in to time and determine that way, if it is worth the price. For example a product of around 60 euro's (70dollars) would be about around 7 hours of work (minimumwage (nl) example (not my actual wage)). Then I ask myself if I would be willing to work that amount of time for said product. I think minimum wage is great way to determin "worth" of something according to society.
Very very interesting analogy
i follow the exact same guide. works really well, too.
Delayed gratification and patience is the key to financial independence. We must resist the consumerism that is plaguing our society.
Think not even delayed. Think... not even wanting it at all. That is even better. =D
I am nineteen at the moment, and I wholeheartedly believe that my generation is going to one of the best when it comes to saving. Personally, I save a lot, and am investing. It is hard to justify the price of commodities in today's economy, along with the price of housing. It is even harder to justify credit cards with their extremely high interest. I realized that it is much better to save and live modestly, thanking myself down the road. Of course, this can indirectly hurt the economy...
Greg I think the economy will adapt and change slightly though their are some things we splurge on
I had the iphone 4 until last year's black Friday, I upgraded to the Iphone SE. Works great. I drive a 2003 car and love it. I do struggle with makeup and spending in that area, but I'm working on it.
I've started to convince myself that I don't really need to buy anything except for groceries and paying rent/utility expenses. I work 12-14 hours a day and am also provided breakfast and lunch so expenses are extremely low. I feel like most of my money is useless... I could buy cool stuff but I wouldn't have any time to use it anyway. I could save/invest until the day I die but what's the fun in saving something you'll never use?
Use a little bit of it. Take 10% of what you save every month and spend it in the thing you like most. You need to work less if you don't need the money. Use that time for more important things.
I love this! and the fact that you screen share with half your Pokemon collection elevates it.
Great stuff. When you put it into practice you actually become more grateful for what you have and it makes you wait even longer to get new things.
Totally true.. Been pretty much replacing my closet with black and gray tee shirts as well...
We have a friend who used to walk around in old pair of sneakers, he didn't buy a new pair until he had to go to the doc for foot pain. He had the money but he did not want to spend it. As long as you are not compromising health, go right ahead and save.
We have to replace our old HVAC system this Fall, I don't want to spend money but freezing in the Winter isn't a good alternative either. Any thoughts on saving HVAC systems?
It's true. By being content and simple on your needs sometimes you can find who are your friends are. I still use I Phone 5. I am not planning to change it soon. If it's not usable anymore then I will do.
Great to be back.The best in 2019.
Basically, don't buy anything just to show it off or things that don't give you significant additional value. Follow that will save you tons of money and only buy things that will last and provides value
My aunt has lived this same lifestyle for as long as I can remember. It’s funny because I used to say how can you live without this or that. I never really understood her reasoning. But now that I’m on my debt free journey I can understand her and of course where you are coming from.
important to balance ---life is too short to save and not experience things which sometimes require spending money
And the more you spend the more you work (=lost time).
Wow You’re glowing! You look a lot healthier than a few months back
yes, he looks good, I thought it was the haircut.
I've been drastically cutting out inflammatory food items. Is being thin that bad? What is the healthiest? Looking slightly chubby?
@@BeatTheBush Cholesterol actually isn't that bad at all. It doesn't work the way they always told us it does. I highly recommend the channel What I've Learned and his videos about sugar and fat - somewhere in there he talks about cholesterol too. I think you'll like his channel.
BeatTheBush naw that is after sex glow. He needs a woman though to fix up that house and spend some of that saved money lol
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Having a lot of savings gives yous freedom, and freedom from worry. What if you get laid off? No problem. Take a vaca
I wore a nice dress shirt for 17 years before it finally started to come apart. It was one I ordered through the mail too!!
Nice! Wow... that's a really long time.
You are my favorite you tuber! I binge watch all the videos. Really inspiring!
Thank you and all your support! =D
i love kitchen electronics because they bring me immense joy, have a low cost per use overtime, and help me make yummy healthy meals at home
I totally get what you're saying! People always think I don't spend on anything or do anything fun ever lol, but the truth is I'm just super deliberate with my money and I actually feel quite more indulgent than other people. The goal of my money is freedom and time to pursue things I really want to do!
What most people never realize is that most "good things" come to an end and spend like crazy because another paycheck is coming next week. One example is the prosperity of Detroit that no one thought would end. Look at it now. Save your money because it "buys" choice in good times and bad. I drive a 25 year old car because I chose to, not because I have to. I live in an old house, fully paid for 20 years ago with a property tax of $600/year. Seek peace of mind.
I like the way you think and live. I would still be driving my old car had it not died on me. I needed to buy a replacement car a couple of years ago. It was not a new car and I paid cash for it. Hope your car keeps hanging in there professor. ( :
Saving money is much more efficient than making money.
Gotta do both!
Investing Book Summaries Agreed, because often when you make more money you spend more money.
I once visited a friend who showed me a tour of their home and how many thousands he had spent on his furniture and all i was thinking was but hes got nothing that i dont have except mine cost very little as its all second hand or donated what an absolute waste of his money and the funny thing was he was so proud of it
In this day and age living a frugal lifestyle is a wise choice to make. And not everyone is a compulsive consumer who wants an over abundance of material possessions. I have found that the older I get the less material possessions mean to me. The late great comedian George Carlin does several skits pertaining to America's love affair with the mall and buying stupid stuff.
Just do whatever makes you happy
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I only buy what I absolutely need, and I never care what others have to say to me. Good thing is that nobody has ever said anything on my shopping choices and life style. Again our goal is to become rich, not to look rich.
Completely agree with your way of thinking. Time is our most precious resource. Reminds me of George Carlin speaking of American's most favorite pastime ~ buying things. Buying things they don't need with money they don't have. Thank God for people like that though because it's the engine of our economy.
And most of the people who make fun of you are either broke, in serious debt or living paycheck to paycheck. I'm trying to be more like you.
Most is true. Unfortunately, how secure you are is invisible.
I keep hearing arguments that 4K resolution isn't worth the money because unless you are watching on a big big tv, you cannot see the difference.
keep these awesome videos coming!
Yup. Rule of thumb is you need to be sitting less than 1.5x the diagonal of the screen to start to see the difference. Optimal is about 1x the size of the screen.
For normal viewing distance of 6-8', I means you should get 75" or larger if you want to see 4k quality.
I have come to realize that most people around me to do not have common sense when it comes to money and being financially responsible with their spending. That's why I love you and your channel! Almost everything I own is second hand or bought used. I choose to spend my money on high quality food for my health. I'm surviving on less than $20k/year in Hawaii and I still am able to save and contribute to my Roth IRA. You are absolutely right when you said it simply takes a shift in financial thinking, which is easier aid than done for a lot of people apparently.
I am impressed that you are able to live on that amount of money plus save in Hawaii. Good for you. ( : I understand the cost of living there is very high. Buying used is the way to go. I do this also, but not 100%. I would say 80%. I buy my shoes, and bedsheets new. You are wise to choose to spend your money on high quality food.
A better question would be " Why Do You Invest So Much?" 😉 there's nothing wrong with saving your money though at least then you don't have to worry about an emergency day by taking out loans or anything like most people.
It's a problem if one is too frugal. While saving $$$, one is not living/enjoying life. Nobody can tell but we can be gone the next day.
You have to take a step back and ask yourself why you are buying certain things and how it affects your life long term. 'Enjoying life' might not be indulging in all the things you currently think is how you enjoy life.
Everyone needs to develop their own answer to "why", which will keep them motivated while they're pursuing their own financial or life goals, but for many on the FIER path (or have already achieved FIRE), myself included, our "why" is to achieve financial freedom. I don't want to wait until I'm 65 to start living life on my terms (unfortunately, many people don't have any plans for retirement and will likely be working well beyond 65). Yes, you can be gone tomorrow, but the chances of that happening are very low. The average life expectancy for a person living in the U.S. is 78.7 years. Statistically speaking, you are more likely to suffer from a disability than to die prematurely (which is all the more reason why you should be having a high savings rate). You can be frugal, saving money, AND enjoying life. They are not mutually exclusive.
At the end of the day you just have to live the lifestyle that you want and do what makes you happy. And if that's lavish then that's on them. Our time is limited and we should live it to the fullest. Just make sure it's sustainable. My guilty pleasures are Technology and cars which get expensive but I'm happy making those purchases and I can make them because I don't spend my money much on anything else.
If you can afford it then by all means. But most have a choice of either not buying it or spend more time to work to buy it. It all becomes very costly if you don't like your job.
one thing I can't give up is the "movie experience". It's my way to relax and get out of the house for a bit. Thank god for Sinemia!!
Everybody needs an outlet. It's great to see a good movie once in a while.
I love what u do, say n how u do it&what ur trying to help us with..I admire u soooo much.. I wish u the best in all that u do..ur amazing!
Not trying to pressure you into updating your kitchen but I think it would be fun to watch videos of you DIY updating your kitchen while spending very little on it! I'm thinking about repainting my kitchen cabinets but haven't reached early retirement yet so there's no time on my hands at the moment haha
What matters more is my health. After I have that set then I'll think about it. The look of a kitchen matters little to me.
That makes sense! Hope your health is recovering quickly!
Always love your videos. İt is like watching myslef talking lol
Lol... it's good to have people that think alike. =D
Oh hey, LOLcat's back! Hi LOLcat! I think I'm too late to be first and win the prize, but Couch Community are Snorelax, Honey Badger, LOLcat, Peas, T-Rex, and IceBat, and it looks like Steak is missing today.
About spending on enormous TVs: there's one highrise apartment building in my neighborhood and the people on the higher floors often forget to draw their curtains. On a recent walk around it, I noticed that some of the TVs people on the higher floors have are so big that from the street, I can watch TV with them through their windows. When your TV is so huge that people 20 floors down and a hundred meters away can watch it with you, it's Too. Darn. Big!!
You are not that far behind actually. Perhaps 3rd. You would've gotten it. Perfect caps, order, and even steak!
It seems more so than ever a large TV shouldn't be a common item to have. I haven't turned mine on for months!
The link between dietary cholesterol (cholesterol you eat) and cholesterol levels in your blood is not as strong as once thought. That's why eggs are no longer cautioned against. Maybe look into it.
Theres no sound reason not to eat it though
I guess I cant argue much here, I do not have the rebuttal scientific papers. I'm still going to wean off it though.
I agree I eat as many eggs and shrimp as I want with no effect on blood work.
This is the best show for saving and investing 😁
@@ghostcar of course this is a great show for that I was just sharing some info on a peripheral topic BTB brought up in the video
Awesome gimbal! Love it! Keep up the good work!!!
Grab a beach chair and sit in front of the people who teases you work place and do what you like, i bet they will envy you and wish they were as free. Your doing well by your living
I probably wouldn't try to 'get back' at anyone since it takes too much effort and time. I rather read or learn something useful.
I like his mentality of being monk lifestyle in a spending culture society. Some industries and products are engineered to get people addicted to certain things they keep using and buying for no true reason. One big example is tobacco and sugary soft drinks. I don't smoke. I quit consuming soda more than 10 years ago. But I still like to have coffee everyday. Buying coffee beans cost me about $180/yr. Starbucks coffee (tall size) every day would cost $700/yr
It's called minimalism. less is more.
What is called that?
@@BeatTheBush less is more means not bringing unnecessary things into your space in other words not going out and buying just random things.less means you got more time & more money. I hope I explained myself better.
The example with the phone was perfect, the same for people that drink soda and try and pressure you into drinking soda, and consuming sugar more often. They're the same people.
There is a certain blindness to all of this sometimes.
I am confused, I didnt hear a reason why you save. I just heard ways you have saved money.
Joseph Khristov I think one reason so far is that he values his time cutting down expenses that he don't need to gain something he wants now he don't need to work a full time time now he has more time to do something he loves learn a set of skills or hobbies etc
He seems to not even consider it saving, he just does not feel the compulsion to buy things
I recently sold my iPhone x and bought an Android Galaxy Note5 (this phone is a few years old) for under $100. I also switched my service provider from Verizon to MintMobile. So, I went from paying a total of $140/mo (including phone payment and Verizon service) to just $15/mo. It feels so good to optimize expenses.
For car repairs, totally unexpected expenses, home repairs, anything outside of normal monthly bills. Then separate savings for retirement.
I just lost My Ray-Ban glasses at the beach 😂, so when You mentioned about the glasses it reminded Me about how much it hurt to lose them 😂 . I usually don't like to spend that much on glasses either, I had gotten a good deal on them on Black Friday.
I had this pair I liked and it was free. I wasn't too happy losing them also. lol.
Don't forget, that there are so many things out there that we can enjoy and not pay full price for. Buying second hand has lost its stigma and we are doing a good deed by reusing these items.
Personally I've never cared much for having "stuff". I've always preferred to live a Spartan lifestyle and make do with less. I value having 'experiences' instead of expensive things.
Icebat, the peas (in a pod lol), trex (I don't see his food- the steak!) Lolcat, snorlax and I think I see your homey badger stuffed animal
You’ve definitely have influenced my lifestyle change...people think I’m crazy too
If we spend like everybody, we will work like everybody too.
Your thought process shows how you grew up and the area of influence you live in. Anyone who grew up poor, or is a singal parent already lives like this! Your lucky
Your videos are always satisfying!
Thank you!
I haven't been to a movie theatre since 2009 and I don't miss it at all.
You beat me there. I think I went to one last year. Might be Star Wars?
I shop like every three years. I’ve never even owned a pair of Jordan’s for. Many find this weird! LOL..!! Friends and family are forever asking me, with all the money that I save, why don’t I travel more. It’s really not what I’m into. Doesn’t matter to me. I even still have an iPhone 6s Plus, that I purchased a year after its release. I bought it from eBay for a great price. Folks often mention, “Well you can’t take it with you!” My reply, “Yet I can leave it as part of my legacy.”
A very inspirational video and it's fantastic to see how you live so frugally. Love it :-)
Thanks! =D
Snorlax, Honey badger, Lolcat, Rex, Peas, Icebat. But what happened to the steak?
Steak? I guess T-rex can still have the steak. Maybe it fell behind the couch.
I love your channel. I think youre awesome! Keep up the good work
Your outlook is very positive and inspiring!
Great topic today. It always amazes me how employees don't mind taking crap from the boss and how much money would they give up not to have to answer to anyone. I must have had way worse bosses than the average.
Thumbs up for keeping things minimized. I also have made big changes in my life. We have become a nation of consumers, wanting everything now, regardless of the consequences and never saving or planning for a rainy day.
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0:38 valuing time more than money.
1:18 Skimping by? He does not feel deprived. Extremely satisfied from a little sweet treat.
2:41 Items he does not focus a lot of money on anymore
4:24 IPhone 5. Changing the attack into a challenge. Not letting negative get to you
6:12 Personal Taste changes
8:10 Clothing
9:45 Giveaway
Wow... a table of contents! Thanks!
Agree 100%,. We have always been brain washed by our capitalist society to keep on spending and buying more stuff. Most holidays, if not all, are "designed" for people to feel obligated to go out and spend.
Glad we get this fresh breath of air from you and bring back some sanity for us all.
Good observation !
You should get an AMC A list stubs membership. $21.95 a month, but you get 3 movies a week (12 a month). Well worth it. Sneak some food and a bottle of water in your jacket. Good times for less than $2 per movie.
Going to the movies seems so antiquated to me now. True, I don’t have family or friends to go with anymore. But, I actually have a lot more pleasure in being able to watch movies with my 2 cats, who will actually watch just about anything, in quietude, without me telling someone to be quiet. I’m not spending on popcorn, pooped in some weird tasting oil. If I want to spend, I can order in from any restaurant. I also have a rather small TV in the bedroom, until I re-hookup my old 30” Apple Cinema Display and I have 2 of those, which is good enough for me. But, the peace, quiet and not having to go to a theatre, just to tell someone what you saw, when you’re at work on Monday? I don’t think anyone does that anymore.
You sound so much like me lol.
Consumerism and materialism is devoid of any meaning, it's rife nowadays, but I reject it and I'm happy I work less (more time for myself + family) but still have some money for when I actually need it.
People always judge when someone is frugal or is trying to save money. When my coworkers are going for a coffee run and I don't want to spend money. They look at me like why are you saving a few dollars on coffee like I'm the weird one. A few dollars a day adds up at the end of the month.
Sometimes it’s easier to make a white lie like you can’t drink coffee in the afternoon or that you just don’t like it etc.
Beatthebush - "What I've learned" has a very interesting health channel I think you would like. His video on Cholesterol being a dietary necessity is pretty neat!