Well done! I think this is easiest for people whose parents have had these skills: it's second nature. If not, it's a big, somewhat alien shift in mindset, regardless of a person's income.
Very sound advice! I've had to learn these things the hard way over my adult life. My kids are now young adults and I've been trying to teach them, so they don't hit the hardships. I've sent them the link to this video! :)
They go out of their way to avoid all extras fees and interest as even the "small" amounts add up. Interest is just the banks robbing you of your future.
Austin, thank you so much for this video. Today I'm actually in the process of packing up & returning about $800 of merchandise (bags & shoes) that I absolutely DO NOT NEED! I finally realized that I shop to self-soothe my anxiety; however, managing excess merch & credit card balances only exacerbates the anxiety. Such a vicious cycle! But for me, 2025 is gonna be a debt-free, no-spend year. Also, please include more pics & videos of your puppy dog. I'm in love with her!!!!!(of course I love you too!).
Start investing with your first job, even if it’s only 25$ a month. Live below your means. Don’t have a baby before marriage. Don’t buy anything (except a house) unless you can pay cash for it.
Can I offer some constructive viewer feedback? Can you try to take a pause/beat between points? The way your videos flow sometimes sounds like one REALLY long run-on sentence. For example: listen how you transition between points 4 and 5 at 4:34. Maybe try taking a breath or put in a 1 second title card between points. Not complaining and really do appreciate your videos! Keep up the good work!
I am one that has the unforeseeable happen multiple times. Who knew that your electric car door window motor may suddenly fail and just let the window fall down in the door during the night? Fortunately it didn’t happen during a rainstorm or blizzard. I have also experienced very major events like the death of my spouse and the loss of my job while paying for my son’s college. I luckily had prepared for potential events.
People (friends or not) call me broke for riding a 12 years old Honda Scooter that I paid cash a long time ago... While then struggling in their daily lives while paying their monthly payment for their latest and greatest shiny motorcycle that must be modified and updated yearly to keep up with the joneses...
It has nothing to do with luck or inherited millions. I sort my budget into categories...newer car, car repairs, real estate taxes, vacation, pet care, etc. And it feels good.
Great advice however I totally disagree with the check engine light, I drove around for years with it going on and off, if you have been driving a while in your car you sb able to tell if something is wrong. A little ducktape over the light is an easy fix 😂
It depends on your lifestyle. Like $20k would go far for a single person, but for a family of 5, it would go much quicker. Ideally 6-12 months of living expenses.
@ I’m single and frugal so 20K would keep me afloat for a year. Your videos sharpen my focus 🧘 so I look forward to more discussion of frugality & budgeting. You have a wonderful channel. Andrew
I've always said: *"I've been poor before - I've NEVER been broke. Broke is a luxury of the rich. I do not know of any poor person who has filed for bankrupty."* Also: *"The only TWO types of people that I know of who NEVER know how much money they HAVE, are either the very RICH or the very BROKE (whether rich or poor). The RICH because their interest from investments is constantly changing, and the BROKE because they cannot get out of debt."*
Some people may call you cheap, even though their bank accounts show zero or negative balances.
Well done! I think this is easiest for people whose parents have had these skills: it's second nature. If not, it's a big, somewhat alien shift in mindset, regardless of a person's income.
Agreed. If you're not taught, you learn the hard way or not at all.
Very sound advice! I've had to learn these things the hard way over my adult life. My kids are now young adults and I've been trying to teach them, so they don't hit the hardships. I've sent them the link to this video! :)
You are amazing!!!!! I’m glad you’re doing well after the hurricane… thank you for being a role model to a lot of people!!! Muchas gracias
Thanks for watching!
They go out of their way to avoid all extras fees and interest as even the "small" amounts add up. Interest is just the banks robbing you of your future.
"A gram of prevention is worth a kilogram of cure" I love it! 😂❤
It's true!
Austin, thank you so much for this video. Today I'm actually in the process of packing up & returning about $800 of merchandise (bags & shoes) that I absolutely DO NOT NEED! I finally realized that I shop to self-soothe my anxiety; however, managing excess merch & credit card balances only exacerbates the anxiety. Such a vicious cycle! But for me, 2025 is gonna be a debt-free, no-spend year. Also, please include more pics & videos of your puppy dog. I'm in love with her!!!!!(of course I love you too!).
Hello Austin! I'm going to watch your new video right now. Cheers from Nova Scotia, good man!
Im From NS too 👋🏼
@ That’s awesome! 👍😀
Hello!
Another habit to never go broke is to never experience a major medical or health set back
Start investing with your first job, even if it’s only 25$ a month. Live below your means. Don’t have a baby before marriage. Don’t buy anything (except a house) unless you can pay cash for it.
Im just scared of being broke and that motivates me😅
Great rendition of Elton John - True Survivor :)
Very inspiring El Agustin.. ❤
"He who is in debt is not free". ThanX for all videos, I'm u fan. Best regards Joe from Sweden
Enjoyed this episode. I sold my car and bought a scooter. Savings on insurance are 1.000 Euro per year, so 10.000 Euro in 10 years!
Can I offer some constructive viewer feedback? Can you try to take a pause/beat between points? The way your videos flow sometimes sounds like one REALLY long run-on sentence. For example: listen how you transition between points 4 and 5 at 4:34. Maybe try taking a breath or put in a 1 second title card between points. Not complaining and really do appreciate your videos! Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the feedback!
California here. 🎉
A great video with great points!
Thanks!
I am one that has the unforeseeable happen multiple times. Who knew that your electric car door window motor may suddenly fail and just let the window fall down in the door during the night? Fortunately it didn’t happen during a rainstorm or blizzard. I have also experienced very major events like the death of my spouse and the loss of my job while paying for my son’s college. I luckily had prepared for potential events.
People (friends or not) call me broke for riding a 12 years old Honda Scooter that I paid cash a long time ago... While then struggling in their daily lives while paying their monthly payment for their latest and greatest shiny motorcycle that must be modified and updated yearly to keep up with the joneses...
Love your video. Hello from Thailand 🎉
Thanks for watching!
Glad you'll be moving into your new apartment! :)
I'm finally here! Don't have much in it yet though!
Don't spend. Don't live. Little to no responsibilities. Have money or a jump-start to begin with.
It has nothing to do with luck or inherited millions. I sort my budget into categories...newer car, car repairs, real estate taxes, vacation, pet care, etc. And it feels good.
Great advice however I totally disagree with the check engine light, I drove around for years with it going on and off, if you have been driving a while in your car you sb able to tell if something is wrong. A little ducktape over the light is an easy fix 😂
For an emergency fund/savings what amount is adequate to cope with unexpected expenses. Perhaps 10-20,000$.
It depends on your lifestyle. Like $20k would go far for a single person, but for a family of 5, it would go much quicker. Ideally 6-12 months of living expenses.
@ I’m single and frugal so 20K would keep me afloat for a year. Your videos sharpen my focus 🧘 so I look forward to more discussion of frugality & budgeting. You have a wonderful channel. Andrew
Great list of money saavy folks
We need to be content with what we have...like you were saying.....
And just like Paul was saying in 1 Timothy 6:7,8.....😊😊😊😊😅😅😅
Hello from sweden 🇸🇪
Hola!
Quoting Rocky Balboa gives you two thumbs up 👍 👍
Step one to being rich; develop the stand known as KING CRIMSON. Step two; profit.
I've always said: *"I've been poor before - I've NEVER been broke. Broke is a luxury of the rich. I do not know of any poor person who has filed for bankrupty."* Also:
*"The only TWO types of people that I know of who NEVER know how much money they HAVE, are either the very RICH or the very BROKE (whether rich or poor). The RICH because their interest from investments is constantly changing, and the BROKE because they cannot get out of debt."*
I saved for over two years to pay cash for my latest car…no 5 year plans for me…🎉
Someone's excited about the big boxing event of tonight!
I didn't even know, lol
Ave you information on your apartment
I'm here. Next video is about it!
I do all that you say in this video and i live like a king