I've reduced spending on alcohol by 80%. I've also stopped buying unique food items that I saw in a recipe that I will probably never make. And, I now ignore the sale bins/shelves at the store entrance and go right to the items I need. Thanks all of the advice and tips!
I read "Tightwad Gazette" books 25+ years ago now and the author (Amy Dacyczyn) pointed out that those big name brands should be paying YOU to advertise their brands. She has a point. Since then I've never had a desire to advertise for someone - and pay to do it.
I agree. In large part, the pandemic caused my household to rethink our spending habits and we cut out a lot of money eating out at fancy restaurants and saying yes to outings with friends.
I've cut out hard to maintain hairstyles and don't color my hair. I get a simple hair trim once a year. I also never get my nails or toes done. I use tools at home to keep them clean and tidy - no nail polish. I've also cut out getting take-out and eating out - only order out or go out once a month at the max.
These are really good ones! Totally agree on the hard to maintain hairstyles / coloring your hair. I used to color my hair and it made it so hard to maintain and just dried my hair out so badly.
Thank you Erika for sharing Libby! Now I can saving some money by borrowing books and listening to audiobooks throughout the nearest library. It’s very helpful to watch your channel and gets motivated me being more independent!
I LOOOOOVE giving gift baskets as a gift but instead of ordering them like I used to, I make them and drop them off. I generally save $35 to $50 by making them myself. Also cute and inexpensive gift that everyone loves, a candy bouquet. I go to the $1 store and buy boxes of candy,attach them to a popsicle stick, insert into a floral block, set inside an open decorative box with some tissue paper all from $1 store !
1. Newspapers - use internet 2. Cable subscription - there's youtube 3. Movie tickets - get netflix 4. Bottled water - bring your own 5. Gas - commute by bike
Love the reminders. I used to use Libby all the time, but I tend to like tree books over e-books. Which is why I love my library!! When I was in school, I wanted a name brand purse but didnt have the money. Now when I get a bonus from work and could use that to drop on a $300 bag, I put that in savings and keep using my $30 bag from Target. I'd rather travel or see a musical than look like I have a lot of money.
Thanks for sharing the things you’ve cut out. While I agree on most of them, I am a sucker for a good outfit. Now that I’m in my late 20’s I feel like buying good quality clothes and reusing them for years to come is better than buy cheap clothing you will most likely have to replace again and again in return spending more money. But I am still very much in a broke girl mindset and hardly buy myself anything haha. So we shall see going into my 30’s. Thanks again Erika! :)
I feel the same about designer items, a polo shirt is 95% the same as a H and M one but half the price so I don’t see a point in spending all of that money on designer stuff. Great video!
Love all of these except the first. My $20 a month gym membership is not much off a dent into my budget, yet helps me go workout when I otherwise wouldn't.
I would feel sick if I stopped buying Christmas presents. It's not an option for me. What I like to do is plan ahead during the year, like saving and buying some of the gifts early.
Cutting out aspirational clothing, amen! I used to do this allllll the time, buying for my fantasy/future self. Needless to say I wasted so much money, time, and space holding onto these items that didn’t fit me or any occasion.
💯 agree with these. I'm glad I'm not the only one who doesn't spend money on gifts at holidays. Whenever I can, I do random nice things to show that I appreciate others at no specific time of the year. That way it is more sincere from me
Whatever workout you’re doing it is getting it done. You look beautiful and fit! Always great information that you pass along. Thank you for giving us all great ideas to save money!
Love your ideas. Sharing Libby with friends. I don’t much care about labels or costly purses. Have budgeted food so I don’t throw away as much. Fresh nice linens & a quality mattress that you use often are a good investment. Buy plants 🪴 and shades for windows nicer than costly window treatments, drapes too. Thanks
Spend money on what truly makes YOU happy especially if other unimportant things are cut out and you still achieve your financial goals Everything in life needs balance And whats important to me may also not be important to you
Hi Erika, I love watching all your videos which are very entertaining and informative. Being able to WFH during the pandemic, was able to reduce my commute so was able to cut the gas fill-up and eating out for lunches. Used to spend about $500-$600/month on Barnes and Nobles on technology books and now just use the Amazon prime ebooks.
I love Libby. When I see books marketed to me on Amazon, I train myself to check Libby first. I am going to stop taking advantage of sales. I have allot I don't wear and am going to donate it to Haiti. 🇭🇹
I stopped opening the sales magazines like the Target Christmas Mag/Ad. All it does is tempt one to think they want something totally useless or maybe need for one time. I just stopped looking at the ad flyers that arrive in the mail because I really don’t need stuff.
Hi, I agree with all your suggestions. I've done most of them myself. I don't buy name brand stuff just because. I cut my gym membership and built my home gym. One of the things I really liked about your video, and I was a sucker for, was costco. I know about buying stuff in bulk and then having it go to waste. I will definitely reevaluate that one. Thanks again
I shop at HOME GOODS for the once a year Seasonal ONE ITEM for decoration. I haven't put up a Christmas tree and lights for decades .... my dogs are my excuse. Works for me and I save days of time !
I keep my gym for the sauna. Tried a blanket but sold it because it wasnt the same. Still rethinking it and considering buying a different sauna for home.
Thanks for the tips I don't buy season decorations every year. I don't waste money in marks clothes or jewelry that never use. I save a lot of money because of that.
Also let’s keep in mind: conscious consumerism which includes ethics and the environment. Be aware of certain brands you buy, how they treat their workers, if your buying of cheaper things contributes to pollution or environmental devastation in other countries, etc. Thanks again Erika, Yah bless you all!🤗 YAHteeh.
So true.. My gym membership was gone when the pandemic started. You are definitely a real genuine person with a big heart. Thanks for all of the valuable information.
Great video- and I love Libby! I do occasionally buy books- (daily motivations or devotionals) but only after I preview them from the library- I find it hard to believe you ever bought “aspirational clothing” - you are so beautiful!
I stopped going to the convenience store for snacks and energy drinks. It was costing me $150 or more a month. I have been forcing myself to cook and eat at home. That save so much time and money. Also not buying any new clothes or things I don’t need or that I will only wear once or twice.
How do you know what’s fashionable? I gave up Christmas giving a long time ago. Or I’ll regift things given to me I never wanted or need. And is the Costco worth the cost of membership if you hardly shop there?
I cut out a subscription for a streaming channel that I wasn't watching. It was tricky to figure it out, but I did it! I am still looking for other ways to save because I already had cut out so much of the fluff.
Super helpful to help me save for my upcoming wedding! Every time I think to buy something I’m like “Do I need this or would I rather put these dollars toward my wedding?”
Regarding buying brand name items ~ I agree. When I finally made money I did splurge to those brands because I’ve always wanted them. I am now at the point of my life and realizing that I don’t wear them as often as I should and but I keep them as investment bec of it’s value. Love your Channel 🧡
Today, I was at a grocery store and the checker asked me if I wanted to save 30% off my vitamins Me: No. How much is it? Checker: $90/year Me in my head: 30% off my supplements will be around $20. $20 savings to spend $70 more in the next year. 😂 Hard pass.
My biggest issue is I am homebound and disabled - shopping at home is part necessity and part boredom. I went through my subscription items and cut out half of them. I placed a rule on myself - if I bring something into my wardrobe I need to remove something. I also stopped drinking those cute little cans of sparkling wine - don't need it anyway and I don't miss it - except when I am cooking Italian food - I need a glass then so I switched to sparkling water - it is satisfying my 'glass in the hand' craving. Small steps
Several years ago I starting buying designer bags because my friends had them and I thought they would make me feel special, notice, and included. But I never use them, they were/are just sitting in my closet collecting dust. I quickly learn that they are not practical for everyday use and that I'd wasted a lot of money.
Books. I also use Libby and only buy used books from local used bookstores or online semi-local bookstores. I only buy new books when I really, really want the pretty set of hardcovers or I'm going to get them signed by the author.
Great tips. We are working from the road and decided to give up our monthly obligations and just go mobile. It has been working great! Also we have applied some great money making techniques so we have more revenue as well.
Agree! Great points. Been doing that for some time now as well. Although there's many worse things you could spend your money on than on your health (gym)
Lots of great ideas, but for most foods (especially canned foods) the "best by" date, is not an expiration date, rather a way for the manufacturer to sell more product.
I have a rule of thumb that you shouldnt go cheap (sacrificing quality) for something you use every day. IE: dyson vacuum, refrigerator, running shoes, bath towels...etc
A couple of years ago I decided to cut back on clothes & only buy quality items, predominately in natural fibres, fit well & that suit my style. I wear them a lot, feel good in them & don’t care if I’m not on trend.
I agree with most if not all of the items/activities you’ve stopped buying. I just have to point out that it is not correct to assume/conclude that when a person buys or wears something designer, the purpose is to show off. It does not follow…
I have done the same things EXCEPT online clothes shopping. But you are right, I do all the same things when I buy clothes online. At first, I did it because I lived in the country and did not have much access. Now it is more of a habit that I can happily cut out.
I avoid impulse buying on line by putting things I want or think I want in my cart but waiting a week before actually purchasing. Its amazing how much I end up taking out of my cart.
I didn't quite catch the Japanese word for the tradition of buying gifts and souvenirs for everyone and their mother when returning from a vacation/trip overseas.. But my culture has the same thing! It's one thing to buy gifts to people I want to buy gifts for because I truly want to.. It's a whole other thing to have it made almost mandatory else people will get offended by it. When I visit my parents who live in my home country, I have to take a separate check in luggage for the gifts and still its never enough 🤣
@@Erika2 when I sometimes rebel and don't buy some random person a gift, my parents would buy something locally and pass it off as I bought it from abroad to avoid the social disgrace 😂😂😂
Designer/luxury/name brand items from clothes to bags, jewellery, eyewear, footwear, motor vehicles and now even the type of food to eat for me can all be classified as “keeping up with the joneses” syndrome so I avoid such things plus I absolutely refuse to be a walking billboard giving free advertising and promotion to someone or some corporation already richer than me.
Hi Erika, thanks so much for these tips, very helpful even though I'm situated in Europe - can you share which desk chair you purchased I've been looking for one for over a couple of years, as I'm at my desk all day long! Thank you!
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I'm back!! What have you stopped buying? Do you disagree or agree with me on my 10 things?
I wonder if we can get this to 500 likes?
Hi Back, your video are very informative, useful and practical, I am glad I subscribed.
The thumbnail 😂
I have stopped buying physical Music mediums.
Looks like there's a troll account pretending to be you
would love to see how much you saved with each savings / spendings tip.
I’d rather be rich than look rich 🤑
HIDE THE WEALTH! yup :)
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As I get older I agree with this more and more.💸
I've reduced spending on alcohol by 80%. I've also stopped buying unique food items that I saw in a recipe that I will probably never make. And, I now ignore the sale bins/shelves at the store entrance and go right to the items I need. Thanks all of the advice and tips!
Minimalist Lifestyle is still undefeated. I can't see myself going back now. Great video Erika!
An older friend told me often that her father always said " We are too poor to buy junk".
Hmmm 🤔
Great way to think about it!
I read "Tightwad Gazette" books 25+ years ago now and the author (Amy Dacyczyn) pointed out that those big name brands should be paying YOU to advertise their brands. She has a point. Since then I've never had a desire to advertise for someone - and pay to do it.
I read those books as well back in 1991. Helped change my life for the better.
I agree. In large part, the pandemic caused my household to rethink our spending habits and we cut out a lot of money eating out at fancy restaurants and saying yes to outings with friends.
Same I had to start saving too
I've cut out hard to maintain hairstyles and don't color my hair. I get a simple hair trim once a year. I also never get my nails or toes done. I use tools at home to keep them clean and tidy - no nail polish. I've also cut out getting take-out and eating out - only order out or go out once a month at the max.
These are really good ones! Totally agree on the hard to maintain hairstyles / coloring your hair. I used to color my hair and it made it so hard to maintain and just dried my hair out so badly.
Same here! The last time I got a pedicure was over two years ago and I don’t regret it
Thank you Erika for sharing Libby! Now I can saving some money by borrowing books and listening to audiobooks throughout the nearest library. It’s very helpful to watch your channel and gets motivated me being more independent!
Love Libby and library “digital” offerings, in general. One of the most amazing free resources out there!
Be aware of the rat race, live below your means, invest for your future, stay humble and live your life to the fullest.
I LOOOOOVE giving gift baskets as a gift but instead of ordering them like I used to, I make them and drop them off. I generally save $35 to $50 by making them myself. Also cute and inexpensive gift that everyone loves, a candy bouquet. I go to the $1 store and buy boxes of candy,attach them to a popsicle stick, insert into a floral block, set inside an open decorative box with some tissue paper all from $1 store !
1. Newspapers - use internet
2. Cable subscription - there's youtube
3. Movie tickets - get netflix
4. Bottled water - bring your own
5. Gas - commute by bike
I love how this is so value-driven. I felt so aligned with everything you said! Very refreshing!
Love the reminders. I used to use Libby all the time, but I tend to like tree books over e-books. Which is why I love my library!! When I was in school, I wanted a name brand purse but didnt have the money. Now when I get a bonus from work and could use that to drop on a $300 bag, I put that in savings and keep using my $30 bag from Target. I'd rather travel or see a musical than look like I have a lot of money.
Thanks for sharing the things you’ve cut out. While I agree on most of them, I am a sucker for a good outfit. Now that I’m in my late 20’s I feel like buying good quality clothes and reusing them for years to come is better than buy cheap clothing you will most likely have to replace again and again in return spending more money. But I am still very much in a broke girl mindset and hardly buy myself anything haha. So we shall see going into my 30’s. Thanks again Erika! :)
If I want to be fashionable I just to Goodwill. I just need to be patient.
Many theaters have bargain nights - $5 Tuesdays.
I feel the same about designer items, a polo shirt is 95% the same as a H and M one but half the price so I don’t see a point in spending all of that money on designer stuff. Great video!
Love all of these except the first. My $20 a month gym membership is not much off a dent into my budget, yet helps me go workout when I otherwise wouldn't.
I still go to Costco I have 4 children. I did stop shopping for clothes online. Love this video
I would feel sick if I stopped buying Christmas presents. It's not an option for me. What I like to do is plan ahead during the year, like saving and buying some of the gifts early.
Minimalism is in! No overspending for things that you don't need.
Cutting out aspirational clothing, amen! I used to do this allllll the time, buying for my fantasy/future self. Needless to say I wasted so much money, time, and space holding onto these items that didn’t fit me or any occasion.
💯 agree with these.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who doesn't spend money on gifts at holidays. Whenever I can, I do random nice things to show that I appreciate others at no specific time of the year. That way it is more sincere from me
Whatever workout you’re doing it is getting it done. You look beautiful and fit!
Always great information that you pass along. Thank you for giving us all great ideas to save money!
Thanks for supporting live music. We appreciate you 🙏
Love your ideas. Sharing Libby with friends. I don’t much care about labels or costly purses. Have budgeted food so I don’t throw away as much. Fresh nice linens & a quality mattress that you use often are a good investment. Buy plants 🪴 and shades for windows nicer than costly window treatments, drapes too. Thanks
Buying in bulk makes sense for a family. Plus you can use all those extra cans for your emergency food supply.
I agree with everything, except I will always have a nice quality handbag! It's so worth it!!
Why? A purse is just a bag that carries our crap.
@@dianaray1470 that’s your opinion. Other people are entitled to their own..
Spend money on what truly makes YOU happy especially if other unimportant things are cut out and you still achieve your financial goals
Everything in life needs balance
And whats important to me may also not be important to you
I love watch these type of videos as I’m de cluttering. 🧡
Hi Erika, I love watching all your videos which are very entertaining and informative. Being able to WFH during the pandemic, was able to reduce my commute so was able to cut the gas fill-up and eating out for lunches. Used to spend about $500-$600/month on Barnes and Nobles on technology books and now just use the Amazon prime ebooks.
But if you aren't spending so much how did you get enough points for all these flights and hotels on your credit card?
Stephen Ling Great question.
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Ha! I can tell you belong to another community :)
It's called Travel Hacking and usually involves opening up multiple credit cards to take advantage of their introductory bonus points/miles offers.
I love Libby. When I see books marketed to me on Amazon, I train myself to check Libby first. I am going to stop taking advantage of sales. I have allot I don't wear and am going to donate it to Haiti. 🇭🇹
All things I’ve been doing for years already, but I appreciate the Libby recommendation!
You'll love it!
I stopped opening the sales magazines like the Target Christmas Mag/Ad. All it does is tempt one to think they want something totally useless or maybe need for one time. I just stopped looking at the ad flyers that arrive in the mail because I really don’t need stuff.
Awesome 👏🏻 Being a minimalist is my dream too☺️
Hi, I agree with all your suggestions. I've done most of them myself. I don't buy name brand stuff just because. I cut my gym membership and built my home gym. One of the things I really liked about your video, and I was a sucker for, was costco. I know about buying stuff in bulk and then having it go to waste. I will definitely reevaluate that one. Thanks again
I shop at HOME GOODS for the once a year Seasonal ONE ITEM for decoration.
I haven't put up a Christmas tree and lights for decades .... my dogs are my excuse. Works for me and I save days of time !
Definitely try Aldi ❤️ best grocery store
I keep my gym for the sauna. Tried a blanket but sold it because it wasnt the same. Still rethinking it and considering buying a different sauna for home.
Although I disagree with the gym (personal choice), I love all of your points. Thank you for this video and your perspective .
Can I ask what category of things you spend enough on credit cards to amass thirty thousand points? Thanks
I just became a minimalist the first and biggest expense I got rid of was my gf.
I mean if she's not on board with your life style, she G2G
Thanks for the tips I don't buy season decorations every year. I don't waste money in marks clothes or jewelry that never use. I save a lot of money because of that.
Also let’s keep in mind: conscious consumerism which includes ethics and the environment. Be aware of certain brands you buy, how they treat their workers, if your buying of cheaper things contributes to pollution or environmental devastation in other countries, etc. Thanks again Erika, Yah bless you all!🤗 YAHteeh.
Great list of things! However, I don’t think I’d ever be able to give up my gym membership :) Thanks for sharing Erika 🙂
same 😄
So true.. My gym membership was gone when the pandemic started.
You are definitely a real genuine person with a big heart. Thanks for all of the valuable information.
Great video- and I love Libby! I do occasionally buy books- (daily motivations or devotionals) but only after I preview them from the library- I find it hard to believe you ever bought “aspirational clothing” - you are so beautiful!
I bought my home gym,it's time efficient and you don't have an excuse anymore. So that was 2in1😎
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Just had to tell you again how great this video is; more people need to see/hear this.
I stopped going to the convenience store for snacks and energy drinks. It was costing me $150 or more a month. I have been forcing myself to cook and eat at home. That save so much time and money. Also not buying any new clothes or things I don’t need or that I will only wear once or twice.
Love that you are a swiftie, me too thanks for the video!
How do you know what’s fashionable? I gave up Christmas giving a long time ago. Or I’ll regift things given to me I never wanted or need. And is the Costco worth the cost of membership if you hardly shop there?
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Me gustaron todos tus tips! Si querer me di cuenta que ya aplico todos ellos! Excelente video!👍🏼
Thanks! You can also just buy timeless pieces for your clothes, that way you don’t fall for the "fashion trap" as mentioned.
I made my own paintings to hang. I can’t draw well but colorful abstract stuff I can do
Thank you for your advice, it really helps .
You’re really amazing thank you 🙏 love from Texas I agree on the gym member ship and clothes and brand names!
I cut out a subscription for a streaming channel that I wasn't watching. It was tricky to figure it out, but I did it! I am still looking for other ways to save because I already had cut out so much of the fluff.
I stopped buying food. I just dine and dash now. Actually I have stopped eating out as often and cook more at home.
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I do all of these things naturally. Glad I’m doing that right 🙂
Super helpful to help me save for my upcoming wedding! Every time I think to buy something I’m like “Do I need this or would I rather put these dollars toward my wedding?”
Thanks so much for the vauable information. I have started following these recommendations already!!
Costco is not your friend if you are single and living yourself.
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Regarding buying brand name items ~ I agree. When I finally made money I did splurge to those brands because I’ve always wanted them. I am now at the point of my life and realizing that I don’t wear them as often as I should and but I keep them as investment bec of it’s value. Love your Channel 🧡
Great video! I cut Netflix out of my budget. And that’s why I’m here watching TH-cam instead.
Today, I was at a grocery store and the checker asked me if I wanted to save 30% off my vitamins
Me: No. How much is it?
Checker: $90/year
Me in my head: 30% off my supplements will be around $20. $20 savings to spend $70 more in the next year. 😂 Hard pass.
I stopped buying luxury makeup. Saved me a lot of money.
My biggest issue is I am homebound and disabled - shopping at home is part necessity and part boredom. I went through my subscription items and cut out half of them. I placed a rule on myself - if I bring something into my wardrobe I need to remove something. I also stopped drinking those cute little cans of sparkling wine - don't need it anyway and I don't miss it - except when I am cooking Italian food - I need a glass then so I switched to sparkling water - it is satisfying my 'glass in the hand' craving. Small steps
Got recommended this video and loved watching what things I don’t need in my everyday life, thank you 🙏 life saver 👌
Paying off your cards each month is the most important point here! Sales too! You cannot lose!!!!
I always go back to this video whenever I am tempted to go shopping for things I really don't need.
Several years ago I starting buying designer bags because my friends had them and I thought they would make me feel special, notice, and included. But I never use them, they were/are just sitting in my closet collecting dust. I quickly learn that they are not practical for everyday use and that I'd wasted a lot of money.
How refreshing this was!
Books. I also use Libby and only buy used books from local used bookstores or online semi-local bookstores. I only buy new books when I really, really want the pretty set of hardcovers or I'm going to get them signed by the author.
Well done, Erika. Very precise.
Great tips. We are working from the road and decided to give up our monthly obligations and just go mobile. It has been working great! Also we have applied some great money making techniques so we have more revenue as well.
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Agree! Great points. Been doing that for some time now as well.
Although there's many worse things you could spend your money on than on your health (gym)
Lots of great ideas, but for most foods (especially canned foods) the "best by" date, is not an expiration date, rather a way for the manufacturer to sell more product.
I have a rule of thumb that you shouldnt go cheap (sacrificing quality) for something you use every day. IE: dyson vacuum, refrigerator, running shoes, bath towels...etc
Agree! Makeup and skincare too for me.
A couple of years ago I decided to cut back on clothes & only buy quality items, predominately in natural fibres, fit well & that suit my style. I wear them a lot, feel good in them & don’t care if I’m not on trend.
Great Video!!
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I agree with most if not all of the items/activities you’ve stopped buying. I just have to point out that it is not correct to assume/conclude that when a person buys or wears something designer, the purpose is to show off. It does not follow…
Some luxury items are investments, like the birkin bag. Doesn't help you carry anything better but it will grow in value.
I have done the same things EXCEPT online clothes shopping. But you are right, I do all the same things when I buy clothes online. At first, I did it because I lived in the country and did not have much access. Now it is more of a habit that I can happily cut out.
Wow, so I’m a minimalist and didn’t know it lol 😂
I avoid impulse buying on line by putting things I want or think I want in my cart but waiting a week before actually purchasing. Its amazing how much I end up taking out of my cart.
Just only go to these shops if your old stuff are broken.
Great tips Erika!! Gonna have to check out Libby!! Which credit card came with the Peloton membership?
Chase Sapphire Reserve :)
@@Erika2 cool!! Thanks!!
minimalism is one of the best options for low-income individuals to reach early retirement.
I didn't quite catch the Japanese word for the tradition of buying gifts and souvenirs for everyone and their mother when returning from a vacation/trip overseas.. But my culture has the same thing! It's one thing to buy gifts to people I want to buy gifts for because I truly want to.. It's a whole other thing to have it made almost mandatory else people will get offended by it. When I visit my parents who live in my home country, I have to take a separate check in luggage for the gifts and still its never enough 🤣
Exactly! It's called "omiyage" in Japan. It's basically mandatory which is crazy!
@@Erika2 when I sometimes rebel and don't buy some random person a gift, my parents would buy something locally and pass it off as I bought it from abroad to avoid the social disgrace 😂😂😂
How about certain luxury bags that go up in prices and you can sell them in a couple of years and get all of you money back?
Is Libby like Hoopla? Maybe the same thing? I use Hoopla (need library card). Love it!!
I just make people Christmas gifts on a simple budget for art supplies. Can't return my gift, so you gotta love it! XD
You are so smart . I’m so proud of you 👏
Designer/luxury/name brand items from clothes to bags, jewellery, eyewear, footwear, motor vehicles and now even the type of food to eat for me can all be classified as “keeping up with the joneses” syndrome so I avoid such things plus I absolutely refuse to be a walking billboard giving free advertising and promotion to someone or some corporation already richer than me.
Awesome video. I do a lot of these! Thanks for posting!
Thanks for such a great video!
Great video thank you for sharing 😃
Hi Erika, thanks so much for these tips, very helpful even though I'm situated in Europe - can you share which desk chair you purchased I've been looking for one for over a couple of years, as I'm at my desk all day long! Thank you!