I'm 22, How Do I Become Wealthy?

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  • @BarbaraRichstone
    @BarbaraRichstone Pƙed 9 dny +607

    Becoming rich is never easy. I've tried and failed but never gave up. l've saved up some money and now I am back again but not to do it all by myself this time. I will appreciate any nice person sharing useful/good advice.

    • @Andrian-ch3on
      @Andrian-ch3on Pƙed 9 dny +2

      One crucial piece of advice I'd like to offer is to always have a solid investment plan in place. This includes setting clear financial goals, understanding your risk tolerance, and diversifying your portfolio.

    • @VitaliiSych
      @VitaliiSych Pƙed 9 dny +3

      investing is a journey, not a sprint - take your time, stay patient, and stay focused on your long-term goals, have someone guide you.

    • @BarbaraRichstone
      @BarbaraRichstone Pƙed 9 dny +1

      @@VitaliiSych I'm interested in having someone guide me as that was my last mistake but just don't know who.

    • @VitaliiSych
      @VitaliiSych Pƙed 9 dny +2

      @@BarbaraRichstone Kristin Amy Rose is the licensed advisor I use. Just research the name. You'd find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.
      Wishing you all the best ! 🚀

    • @BarbaraRichstone
      @BarbaraRichstone Pƙed 9 dny +1

      @@VitaliiSych it was quite a straight forward process finding her on google. I appreciate your kindness.

  • @stayfocused6481
    @stayfocused6481 Pƙed 2 měsĂ­ci +127

    I paid off $40k in student loans over the course of a year and a half. I put every single penny toward it since graduation. Tomorrow I get my first paycheck that I actually get to keep. It’s a crazy feeling.

    • @evanmorrison3232
      @evanmorrison3232 Pƙed měsĂ­cem +5

      That's honestly impressive. 40k in in 1.5 years is wild for most. Ggs.

    • @lucilaolson5163
      @lucilaolson5163 Pƙed měsĂ­cem +2

      Congratulations 🎉

    • @TwistaGuy2012
      @TwistaGuy2012 Pƙed 2 dny +1

      How did you do it? Asking for a friend 😅

    • @stayfocused6481
      @stayfocused6481 Pƙed 2 dny

      @@TwistaGuy2012 the biggest help was my income and very low living expenses. I landed a job making $80k after I graduated and only had about $1500 in expenses every month. That left a lot of money on the table for debt. It was extremely hard mentally to see these massive (or at least massive to me lol) pay checks coming in and turning around to punt it all on debt, but I’m very thankful I did. It’s such an amazing feeling to actually get to keep the money you make once you don’t have debt.

  • @CaseyBurnsInvesting
    @CaseyBurnsInvesting Pƙed 3 lety +5253

    The fact that you’re asking that question so early shows that you’ll be wealthy one day. Keep at it.

    • @loliverde9955
      @loliverde9955 Pƙed 3 lety +218

      Agreed. If you're even thinking about it you're already on the right track

    • @Themrleonkennedy1
      @Themrleonkennedy1 Pƙed 3 lety +8

      Yes!

    • @ilovesasukeandleto
      @ilovesasukeandleto Pƙed 3 lety +14

      Depends on future trends with the economy.

    • @kalef1234
      @kalef1234 Pƙed 3 lety +22

      @@ilovesasukeandleto buy the dip

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +19

      @@ilovesasukeandleto time in the market, and a in demand job skill. Combo for success.

  • @joeyphaze7509
    @joeyphaze7509 Pƙed 3 lety +3665

    I’m 8 months old how do I become financially independent

    • @wanilimbe
      @wanilimbe Pƙed 3 lety +274

      Rice and beans beans and rice

    • @mitshua
      @mitshua Pƙed 3 lety +305

      It's time for you to move out of your parents house

    • @scottthompson3493
      @scottthompson3493 Pƙed 3 lety +125

      Sell the car!

    • @Yo-oq9gg
      @Yo-oq9gg Pƙed 3 lety +57

      mashed-up rice and beans

    • @elefantrising
      @elefantrising Pƙed 3 lety +80

      Don’t have kids too expensive

  • @moneybee
    @moneybee Pƙed 3 lety +1274

    1) Live on less than you make
    2) Continue to seek knowledge and learn
    3) See rule number 1

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Amen Ms. Bee

    • @randyparlor5953
      @randyparlor5953 Pƙed 3 lety +8

      I often listen to people who say they've done that, however they never put great margin between income and expenses and they never put knowledge to use by taking necessary action to get rid of their debts and consistently invest in higher growth options over the years. So, they have not accumulated much to care for themselves in their latter years and to be able to give abundantly and consistently to help others.

    • @JP-dz7zu
      @JP-dz7zu Pƙed 3 lety +15

      That won’t get you wealthy unless you invest what you save, and invest well.

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@JP-dz7zu it works Everytime

    • @TheDiadara1
      @TheDiadara1 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@JP-dz7zu invest in what?

  • @DM-hk7hh
    @DM-hk7hh Pƙed 3 lety +1603

    Dave is so inspiring ❀. Because of him, I no longer have only $20 in my bank account and no longer in debt. I’m 21 and a full time student. I work a 7-4 Monday - Friday job and play in a mariachi every weekend for extra income. Steadily, I’ve managed to save about $6000, which isn’t much, but I’ve really come a long way these past couple of months- all thanks to Mr. Dave Ramsey of course! I’m so thankful for him and his crew. I finally feel like I’m headed somewhere in life. So thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❀❀

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +72

      You are on your way to great wealth! You know more at 21 than most 50 year olds!

    • @blackworldtraveler3711
      @blackworldtraveler3711 Pƙed 3 lety +21

      Very good.
      At first I thought you were going to advertise a financial CZcams channel or leave a name/number of a money genius like half the people here.

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +23

      @@blackworldtraveler3711 you mean Mary Smith? She is almost as good as John Dough. I made millions trading FCOJ. I tried pork belly s, but with the war on bacon........

    • @blackworldtraveler3711
      @blackworldtraveler3711 Pƙed 3 lety +5

      @@justinacase2623
      You got it.

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +4

      @@blackworldtraveler3711 LoL, next stop my seminars! It's a cross between a Amway meeting and faith healing, a love offering is required.

  • @AaronHansen-iu1df
    @AaronHansen-iu1df Pƙed 7 dny +139

    I lost over $80k when everything started to tank. Not because I was in an exchange that went belly up. I was just stupid to hold and because that's what everyone said. I'm still responsible. It just taught me to be a better investor now that I understand more of what could go wrong. It took me over two years of being in the market, I'm really grateful I found one source to recover my money, at least $10k profits weekly. Thanks Charlotte Miller.

    • @PaulineWilliams-gz9ou
      @PaulineWilliams-gz9ou Pƙed 7 dny +3

      She is my family's personal broker and also a personal broker in many families I'm United States, she's a licensed broker and a FINRA AGENT in United states

    • @stephaniebeddis8069
      @stephaniebeddis8069 Pƙed 7 dny +3

      The very first time we tried, we invested $1000 and after a week, we received $7500. That really helped us a lot to pay up our bills.

    • @LisaBennett-rm7xh
      @LisaBennett-rm7xh Pƙed 7 dny +3

      I just withdrew my profits a week ago, To be honest it was an amazing feeling when the profits hits my wallet I wish I could reinvest but, too much bills

    • @HighlightsSerieATIM
      @HighlightsSerieATIM Pƙed 7 dny +2

      I'm new at this, please how can I reach her?

    • @AartFiona
      @AartFiona Pƙed 7 dny +1

      Most people are retiring this year and has nothing to show for. But I assure you it's never late to get your financial life together again.. All thanks to Charlotte Grace Miller for I and my family

  • @geo865833
    @geo865833 Pƙed 3 lety +744

    18K. No wonder why some people just stay in unemployment.

    • @giveme10feet
      @giveme10feet Pƙed 3 lety +25

      Well it wasn't planned...and they owed him the money...but I don't recall Dave advising him what to do with the money.

    • @blackworldtraveler3711
      @blackworldtraveler3711 Pƙed 3 lety +9

      They stay unemployed losing credibility and people step over them taking his place like in any other recession.

    • @dylanlyons6
      @dylanlyons6 Pƙed 3 lety +50

      @@giveme10feet He told him to hold onto it until after graduation, to ensure he has the means to get through college...kinda like a safety net.

    • @giveme10feet
      @giveme10feet Pƙed 3 lety +5

      @@dylanlyons6 Dave does talk abt investing in yourself sometimes. And his education is more important than any other investment right now.

    • @hojaeyun6747
      @hojaeyun6747 Pƙed 3 lety +6

      18k is nothing tbh. I been working through pandemic and I'm 22...

  • @lawrancemaileoi9378
    @lawrancemaileoi9378 Pƙed 3 lety +371

    The fact that he’s majoring in finance, and he’s asking how to be wealthy is evident to how the school system pushes individuals to be great employees, instead of achieving financial freedom.

    • @Keirosqeen
      @Keirosqeen Pƙed 2 lety +29

      There is nothing wrong with working for someone. Financial freedom can be achieved by working at 100k a year job if you are good with personal finance.

    • @ryanmcauley1626
      @ryanmcauley1626 Pƙed 2 lety +21

      They don’t really teach personal finance when you’re a finance major. There’s classes you can take specifically on personal finance, but there’s no major requirements for it because major isn’t typically catering towards that. Personally, you definitely get a good understand of how money works from a perspective, and have learned how loans work from physically scheduling them, to how powerful interest it, insight on how banks operate, but yeah we don’t really learn personal finance. It’s like every school jus expects you to learn on that on your own
 after all a lot of them require people to take a lot of student loans out

    • @lonevoyager6026
      @lonevoyager6026 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@Keirosqeen how though

  • @a.jpurple6515
    @a.jpurple6515 Pƙed 3 lety +801

    I’d do what my bro did at 20, invest, be frugal frugal frugal, and got rid of Instagram off his phone. Gets rid of seeing our peers our age with high end watches and bags takes away a lot of pressure, especially if you’re a spender.

    • @svndvs
      @svndvs Pƙed 3 lety +16

      and then what happened?

    • @4ndy123
      @4ndy123 Pƙed 3 lety +5

      .... so he is now a millionaire m..

    • @Chris-hz8lj
      @Chris-hz8lj Pƙed 3 lety +87

      @I. S How is it hard to believe that someone took up investing, deleted instagram and became frugal? All of those are easy to do and many people in our generation are doing it thankfully.

    • @EadsB7002
      @EadsB7002 Pƙed 3 lety +25

      Excellent advice.. As someone nearly 40 (and doing quite well), i admit i do wish i'd followed similar advice years ago. Start young and start slowly/steadily and stick to it. The reason i feel like avoiding social media (or at least limiting it to a bare minimum) is ideal, is because it can affect your mental health as well as create "comparison-itis" ...

    • @daithi154
      @daithi154 Pƙed 3 lety +7

      "get rid of instagram" me who makes money off running Instagram pages "hmmmm"

  • @JeanDagobert
    @JeanDagobert Pƙed 3 lety +593

    I love the mindset already most 22 year olds are not asking that question

  • @untouchable360x
    @untouchable360x Pƙed 3 lety +784

    Easy. Don't simp away your money like most guys did at his age.

    • @untouchable360x
      @untouchable360x Pƙed 3 lety +34

      @vincentrich - Banned But Not Forgotten Depreciating asset just like a car.

    • @shwnderek1739
      @shwnderek1739 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      D A I L Y W E B E A R N . C O M helped me finance my business

    • @Big-Government-Is-The-Problem
      @Big-Government-Is-The-Problem Pƙed 3 lety +93

      wait, so buying 100k worth of Belle Delphine's bath water wasnt a smart choice?
      dang =(

    • @anthonylozano8035
      @anthonylozano8035 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      probably already too late

    • @achavez78
      @achavez78 Pƙed 3 lety +16

      No simpin' permitted!!! Coach Gang

  • @SimonSaysyo
    @SimonSaysyo Pƙed 3 lety +224

    In high school I had a credit card before my friends had a debit card. I was young and stupid and max them out. Paid the price when it came to paying all them off at the same time. Spent the next decade only spending what I had. 30 now with zero debt, overly blessed with my salary and still live as if I’m only making ends meet. Money is nice but doesn’t make you any happier. I wasn’t taught financial literacy but I’m grateful for people like Dave who educate and care about ones financial journey.

    • @SimonSaysyo
      @SimonSaysyo Pƙed 3 lety +2

      @@blackworldtraveler3711 that’s awesome man. I love to spend money, I’m by no means super frugal. I just don’t care about money. It’s comes and goes. I can be happy with just enough or millions.

    • @piraat070
      @piraat070 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      160K is a blessing and in Europe thats upper class/ elite level. Most people get 30-40K a year.

    • @Jake-gp4jf
      @Jake-gp4jf Pƙed 3 lety

      @@SimonSaysyo do you mind me asking your job?

    • @SimonSaysyo
      @SimonSaysyo Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@Jake-gp4jf I own and operate a Budget franchise.

    • @barbaragrace3027
      @barbaragrace3027 Pƙed 2 lety

      @@SimonSaysyo me

  • @lkj0822g
    @lkj0822g Pƙed 3 lety +170

    The formula is fairly simple:
    1. Get a job that you enjoy. Making lots of money doesn't mean anything if you are miserable.
    2. Pay yourself first.
    3. Live within your means.
    4. Don't be bedazzled by shiny things.
    5. Don't overspend on depreciating assets (cars, boats, etc)
    6. Learn about compound interest. It is like fire, it can be of great benefit and it can destroy.

    • @arthrodea
      @arthrodea Pƙed 3 lety +5

      The lesson this guy just learned is: don't work, go on unemployment and max it out, let your family pay for every thing else.... and you can find yourself sitting on 18 K!

    • @thecurrentmoment
      @thecurrentmoment Pƙed 3 lety +8

      Regarding a job that you enjoy:
      Once you get your savings/investments/budget system up and running there's really not a lot to do with it, maybe an hour a week to keep everything in track, and you will be doing that for a looong time. This means that if you have the attitude of grinding your way through it you are going to be not a very enjoyable person, to yourself or others. For such a long game it pays to have something you can keep, hence work and hobbies/interests that you enjoy. This helps you to enjoy the journey and stick with it, which is important for a 20-30 year goal. If you think you will hustle and grind for 30 years ... good luck.
      When I was building wealth on a low income, having work that I enjoyed, friends, social activities, and regular hobbies that I was learning gave me something to look forward to every week. I could sustain that indefinitely. Once I got my habits in place, there was really nothing to do but transfer money on payday (5min max) and I knew everything was taken care of and I needed something else to do with my time apart from manage money. When I decided to tighten the belt even more and make faster process I dropped a lot of those things and didn't sustain it.
      So sometimes going a bit slower but with something you can keep up and sustain is the better option. And that is the role of doing things you enjoy, including work.

    • @girlychocolate6907
      @girlychocolate6907 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@thecurrentmoment Thanks you so much for your words, you don't know how much it means to me

    • @jayr399
      @jayr399 Pƙed 2 lety

      The most mediocre boomer fukn advice I’ve seen yet. Wow imagine not buying boats or cars? No stories to tell when you grow old.
      Boomers just need to be buried

  • @paulgabel8261
    @paulgabel8261 Pƙed 3 lety +145

    ''There's no shortcut to a place worth going''.

  • @censordat
    @censordat Pƙed 3 lety +109

    Like my older cousin use to tell me when I was in my early 20's, which motivated me to save up. "If, you don't have at least $10,000 in your bank account and $10,000 in your savings/stashed away...You're going to be in trouble because life is unpredictable and you need something to fall back on. Don't ever get comfortable, keep on grinding". Now, I have something nice saved up!

    • @AI-lf9qb
      @AI-lf9qb Pƙed 3 lety +4

      That's a lot of money not invested tho

    • @senthilnathannathan4683
      @senthilnathannathan4683 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Now I'm 20.I am doing business and become wealthy and rich.I will success my life in little age

    • @tybays
      @tybays Pƙed 3 lety +2

      $10k 😆. Need a little more than that.

    • @senthilnathannathan4683
      @senthilnathannathan4683 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@tybays You need loan?

    • @censordat
      @censordat Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@tybays Keyword AT LEAST, sound like you don't even have 10k now Lol

  • @OIPIO
    @OIPIO Pƙed 3 lety +31

    I started listening to Dave at 19, forever thankful!

  • @PopMami
    @PopMami Pƙed 3 lety +273

    Best advice, no matter your situation, is to be intentional with your money. Know what your money goes to, why, and if it benefits you.

    • @itrebor
      @itrebor Pƙed 3 lety +5

      or the people that truly want the best for you*

    • @NisYT
      @NisYT Pƙed 3 lety +4

      Wow... this is perfect.

    • @hallampreston853
      @hallampreston853 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      I was concerned so much about my money lol 😂 when I started forex trading with Mrs Evelyn Gray now look at myself enjoying my profits weekly.😌

    • @eddiehamilton7784
      @eddiehamilton7784 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@hallampreston853 how??? How???

  • @emilymccord7063
    @emilymccord7063 Pƙed měsĂ­cem +50

    The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Success is a state of mind. I think I'm blessed because if not I wouldn't have met someone who is as spectacular as Expert Mrs Lucy Mary Liam.

    • @alexandrajuliette6899
      @alexandrajuliette6899 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

      I'm glad I was introduced to forex trading and got the best teacher and mentor who helped me understand the financial market I'm grateful to Mrs Liam🙏

    • @jordanmorris9663
      @jordanmorris9663 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

      It's a miracle and I would testify, $110,000
      every 4 weeks! I now have a big mansion and can now afford anything and also support God's work and the church.

    • @rosiejones2079
      @rosiejones2079 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

      I have made more than 90K USD God bless Lucy Mary Liam God bless United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    • @kenrobin8736
      @kenrobin8736 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

      Thanks for continuing updates I'd rather trade the stock market as it's more profitable. I make an average of $34,500 per week even though I barely trade myself

    • @johncuevas4415
      @johncuevas4415 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

      Thank you Lucy Mary Liam $45,000 weekly Profit regardless of how bad it gets on the economy.

  • @msf-pxump_4754
    @msf-pxump_4754 Pƙed 2 lety +7

    I’m 15 watching this guy learning

  • @Bmagellan
    @Bmagellan Pƙed 3 lety +297

    $18k sitting at home đŸ€Šâ€â™‚ïž. Well at least he’s being responsible with the money...

    • @AbrahamsYTC
      @AbrahamsYTC Pƙed 3 lety +76

      People received more than twice their normal pay while other people kept working during peak corona. I know of people who voluntarily cut their hours and "lose" their job to get unemployment. But the blame is really on the government for having written it that way to be exploited.

    • @MollyPopper
      @MollyPopper Pƙed 3 lety +59

      This makes me jealous knowing Im in the exact same situation as the caller except I worked 10 hour shifts and actually made less money than him

    • @thekub32
      @thekub32 Pƙed 3 lety +7

      @@MollyPopper Sorry to hear that. I am also in the same situation and haven't worked since March. NYC was effed due to COVID.Z

    • @chasericker956
      @chasericker956 Pƙed 3 lety +10

      At least he's responsible but he obviously leached it from the government. Probably has no intent to work yet he collects a 1800 dollar check a month as if he deserves it

    • @Yandel21ableify
      @Yandel21ableify Pƙed 3 lety +6

      We need to raise the min wage so people actually get up to work.

  • @codymhurst
    @codymhurst Pƙed 3 lety +115

    I love that episode.
    Im 22 and made 144k this year. I live at home and am finishing my MBA degree debt-free. I also am trying to build wealth. I know if I start early I will be set. Knowledge is power.

    • @yme3267
      @yme3267 Pƙed 3 lety +12

      Dufuq do you live and your job? 144k doing what?

    • @codymhurst
      @codymhurst Pƙed 3 lety +10

      @@yme3267 Selling real estate :)

    • @domesticviolencemastery3609
      @domesticviolencemastery3609 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      @@codymhurst Can you help me,? I'm a new real estate agent and looking for a mentor. Thanks!

    • @hashrosinking1608
      @hashrosinking1608 Pƙed rokem +1

      Try moving out of your parents house first and pay off your $140k debt little by little.

    • @danielcasserly7337
      @danielcasserly7337 Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci +1

      @@codymhursttryna mentor a brotha? I need to do something like real estate

  • @michaelh5055
    @michaelh5055 Pƙed 3 lety +253

    I wish I could go back to when I was a late teen and early twenties. I wasted so much freaking money on stupid stuff.
    I was taught that you absolutely need credit. Open cards, get loans, blah blah blah. Well that disaster led to bankruptcy at 25.
    I can only imagine if I just saved that money.

    • @kunalc248
      @kunalc248 Pƙed 3 lety +6

      an expensive lesson my friend. we all go through some nonsense at some point. The good part is that you learned from it!

    • @josephscott1870
      @josephscott1870 Pƙed 3 lety +15

      The bad news is you had a bankruptcy. The good news is you had a bankruptcy that gave you a lot of wisdom so you never make the same mistake and can pass on your knowledge to other people.

    • @cheeveka3
      @cheeveka3 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      I’m glad that started when I was in my mid twenties best decision I ever made 😁

    • @swisher5weet
      @swisher5weet Pƙed 3 lety +8

      I spent all my money on drugs and partying back then. Wish I could remember but I’m sure it was fun. đŸ€Ł

    • @theflightsimulationexperie6894
      @theflightsimulationexperie6894 Pƙed 3 lety +22

      I know what you mean. We all go through something stupid and make dumb decisions at a young age. I was told the same. You need credit blah blah. I received 41k when I was 18 because my father died when I was young and it was from social security. I blew through that money in 3 months and boy did I have a lot of “friends.” If I would have invested that money in a broad market index fund and forgotten about it until now, that money would be worth around 200k and that’s without contributing toward the investment fund. Hard lesson to learn for sure. But eventually I got intentional like Chris and Ramsey talk about. My wife have budgeted every red cent for a long time and have lived almost like we are poor. We have been saving for 10 years with a 600k net worth now. We will be millionaires hopefully by 42 and retire by 45 all because we made the decision to be intentional and live well below our means. You and everyone else can do the same.

  • @kennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn1242
    @kennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn1242 Pƙed 3 lety +10

    Dave, I’m 22 & $2000 away from being debt free, work full time just got a new job >$62,000 per year. I cash flow my school BSBA with a specialization in finance. I graduate June 2022. I want to take a year off after I finish my BS & then cash flow my MBA. I’m still working on my emergency fund. I live in a really expensive city and use your every dollar app. I have no kids but I have a dog he costs me about $200 a month but I love him.

  • @giveme10feet
    @giveme10feet Pƙed 3 lety +62

    Graduate school and try to find a job paying at least $45k, save, invest, don't waste money on new cars, games, and girls! Get married to a woman that is wealth building like-minded like yourself. Avoid child-support/alimony and just make sure you two are on the same page, it's usually bad relationships that ruin men. Don't marry for looks whatever you do! And don't forget to Tithe!

  • @oliviaralston1
    @oliviaralston1 Pƙed rokem +55

    Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance wealth, a great career, purpose is the result of hard work and hustle over time. I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life

    • @robertgeorge238
      @robertgeorge238 Pƙed rokem

      You are right, to be a successful person in life require him or her of hard work and time

    • @ramadhanipongela1360
      @ramadhanipongela1360 Pƙed rokem

      It's obvious everyone is doing this online Investment

    • @geralyncainglet2626
      @geralyncainglet2626 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@ramadhanipongela1360I totally agree with you it has been an eye-opening experience for a lot of people.

    • @clydeorlan2615
      @clydeorlan2615 Pƙed rokem

      Investment is the key to achieving success with the current pandemic slowing down so many businesses aww

    • @kirstenraedmund7346
      @kirstenraedmund7346 Pƙed rokem

      Talking about been successful. I know I am blessed if not I wouldn't have met someone is as spectacular as Stacy Griffin

  • @xxnf99987
    @xxnf99987 Pƙed 3 lety +89

    He's a finance senior and he's asking this question? As a finance senior myself he's either not a senior studying finance at a university or he hasn't been going to class 😂

    • @Liquid_market
      @Liquid_market Pƙed 3 lety +22

      He hasn't been going to class, he seemed like he was being honest in my opinion. I completely agree with you though lol third-year finance students should literally be able to build themselves a decent portfolio. Maybe he just wanted to hear what Dave had to say.

    • @aseellz
      @aseellz Pƙed 3 lety +18

      Textbooks aren’t exactly answering the question directly but he should atleast be able to know how to budget

    • @akumicobain
      @akumicobain Pƙed dnem

      Every finance major doesn’t just end up wealthy

  • @wigglybiscuit7940
    @wigglybiscuit7940 Pƙed rokem

    I have the mindset. Im 20 right now and after countless videos on how to be successful I think what I need is someone to really learn off of

  • @fortis619
    @fortis619 Pƙed 3 lety +334

    Wow he got 18k doing nothing , no wonder most didn’t go back to work 😂

  • @Denniss20
    @Denniss20 Pƙed 3 lety +173

    I’m 37 and always been an advocate of investing since it has paid off handsomely since I delved into it. At least my retirement doesn’t look as bleak as it did a year ago.

    • @alexpavarde8698
      @alexpavarde8698 Pƙed 3 lety

      A friend of mine tried to talk me out of investing because of the dangers. How true is this Chandler?

    • @Denniss20
      @Denniss20 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@alexpavarde8698 I know that learning the ins and outs of investing is not for everyone. Personally, I trust Levi Clemans. You can reach him through his mail

    • @Diyavarma843
      @Diyavarma843 Pƙed 3 lety

      Clemans has absolutely changed the game I don’t know if this was meant to be, but coming across comments here, getting paid today for the month’s trading cycle 🙏🙏 Is the premium service here to stay permanently?

    • @margarettasanjay2718
      @margarettasanjay2718 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@Diyavarma843 Please is he taking new investors I’m interested in starting to build my life

    • @Diyavarma843
      @Diyavarma843 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@margarettasanjay2718 sure, he is!

  • @LulaRoberts
    @LulaRoberts Pƙed 3 lety +1

    Well spoken gentlemen.

  • @JadeTrading
    @JadeTrading Pƙed 3 lety +27

    He’s way ahead of the curve. Keep it up!

    • @Gnorde
      @Gnorde Pƙed 3 lety +1

      His parents paid cash for college, he’s been stacking 18k in unemployment. His question is how can I make more money.
      Yea, way ahead of the curve 😂

  • @Themrleonkennedy1
    @Themrleonkennedy1 Pƙed 3 lety +74

    Don’t have kids until you are financially ready, save and invest some money, stay away from debt as much as possible, live as fugal as possible, find someone who has the same goals and values. Smart guy to be doing this now! I forgot to add that it’s okay to splurge/ live a little bit. If you don’t do that you will probably fail. Balance is key.

    • @EadsB7002
      @EadsB7002 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Preach!!! Proud to say i have done all of the above...a few missteps here and there, but this exact advice is absolutely how it is done!

    • @Themrleonkennedy1
      @Themrleonkennedy1 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@EadsB7002 no one is perfect but hey good for you!! You are doing better than most people in America đŸ‡ș🇾

    • @Themrleonkennedy1
      @Themrleonkennedy1 Pƙed 3 lety

      Me as well lol

    • @TheBanjoShowOfficial
      @TheBanjoShowOfficial Pƙed 2 lety +3

      Telling people to not have kids is not good advice. Telling people to abstain from having children until they are financially ready and stable enough to support a child, on the other hand, is good advice. Don't tell people how to live their lives at that level. That's a massive part of life that most people want to take part in.

    • @Themrleonkennedy1
      @Themrleonkennedy1 Pƙed 2 lety

      @@TheBanjoShowOfficial you are right.

  • @kryptoniterocks8245
    @kryptoniterocks8245 Pƙed 2 lety +8

    Your show Dave is absolutly life changing.. Thank you for being here

  • @kingfam228
    @kingfam228 Pƙed 3 lety +31

    I love it , I’m not there yet but the best part is im debt free ... started college at 24 made me look stupid to family & friends but turnt out to be the best because I entered college knowledgeable, Im paying my self thru college , payment plans each semester was the BEST IDEA that could happen for college yet not to many people use it.

  • @justamaninTN
    @justamaninTN Pƙed 3 lety +54

    Read “The Millionaire Next Door” and the “Little Book of Common Sense Investing” and you’re good to go.

  • @moyagrace9769
    @moyagrace9769 Pƙed 3 lety +15

    Great advice đŸ‘đŸœđŸ‘đŸœâœšâœš

  • @therealcoffeenation4701
    @therealcoffeenation4701 Pƙed 3 lety +8

    Muscle is built by pain but not by comfort made me smile

  • @user-po9fx1jx4w
    @user-po9fx1jx4w Pƙed měsĂ­cem

    You guys keep me going !

  • @michaelhughes3772
    @michaelhughes3772 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    Thanks Dave I turn 22 in 6 months!! Im.going. be ahead now

  • @Takar100
    @Takar100 Pƙed 3 lety +27

    Great questions from a 22 year old. Already on the right track. Just need to keep it in their thoughts as they go through from job to job, place to place, always trying to build wealth.

  • @BahaBlitz
    @BahaBlitz Pƙed 3 lety +4

    Love The Dave Ramsey Show!!!

  • @mickeymichelle9067
    @mickeymichelle9067 Pƙed 3 lety +2

    I’m so onto this!!!

  • @stromari
    @stromari Pƙed 2 lety

    Hope Everyone Having a Good Day ❀. Peace n Loveâ˜źïž

  • @chloenicklas7112
    @chloenicklas7112 Pƙed 3 lety +20

    I’m at the end of my freshman college year and I started watching Dave about a week ago, I hope I watch and continue to use his values through when I graduate I’m interested to see where I get.

  • @KS-cl8br
    @KS-cl8br Pƙed 3 lety +47

    Budget and write down every expense
    Invest 25% of income

  • @ryananderson5644
    @ryananderson5644 Pƙed 3 lety +5

    What I've learned in 2 years of marriage,, regardless of your spouse if you get married. Create a road map for everything you both wanna do. In the road map create a way to either increase or platue your finances based on what you want to do. Don't plan without thinking and don't spend without a road map to help alleviate your debt. As an example going to an out of state mall, we plan to spend x amount of money, and we either setup a stand to pay for the trip or we cut something out of our lives to pay for it. Just wanted to share.

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety

      Ryan, you need to put money back for when your wife comes home with divorce papers.

  • @brentolive8919
    @brentolive8919 Pƙed 3 lety +20

    I’m 22 too and I just discovered Dave Ramsey and I had the same exact question as a current accounting student

    • @christinao9407
      @christinao9407 Pƙed 3 lety

      Invest 250 or at least 100 until you can do more into mutual funds with low expense ratio like vti , or fxiax ... you can buy these funds in your roth ira ... learn how to value stocks and buy great undervalued stocks when market pull back ... watch our rich jouney they retired at 39

    • @christinao9407
      @christinao9407 Pƙed 3 lety

      Watch youtube videos on FIRE movement and read the comment sections , if you have a job that matches your contributions at least put enough to get the match

    • @senthilnathannathan4683
      @senthilnathannathan4683 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      You need any help,i will help you definitely

    • @senthilnathannathan4683
      @senthilnathannathan4683 Pƙed 3 lety

      I am 20.i am doing business

  • @BelsPlays
    @BelsPlays Pƙed 3 lety +5

    Loved this video Dave!

  • @MVT_Fishing
    @MVT_Fishing Pƙed 2 lety +20

    I started listening to Dave maybe a year ago , I now started saving and getting rid of all my debts. 10 K in savings account now đŸ’ȘđŸ»

    • @Alistando3712
      @Alistando3712 Pƙed rokem +1

      That’s great. Now look into putting some of that money in a Roth IRA. Preferably with Fidelity Go. They manage your money through robo advice. Look it up and tell me what you think.

    • @MVT_Fishing
      @MVT_Fishing Pƙed rokem +1

      @@Alistando3712 yessir, thank you. That is on my list for sure. What do you think about Charles Schwab ?

  • @Tonymoshier93
    @Tonymoshier93 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    Just trust your process, simple as that!

  • @matthewrozumialski8196
    @matthewrozumialski8196 Pƙed 3 lety +2

    I’m also 22. Homeowner and almost out of student loan debt. Very very close. I don’t know how to invest, but I want to get into that and what to better my future.

  • @gajsjjs
    @gajsjjs Pƙed 3 lety +12

    Bless his mom ❀

  • @funnyfall6911
    @funnyfall6911 Pƙed 3 lety +6

    I am also debt free❀❀❀.thanks dad and mom.

    • @Lauren-ib1wo
      @Lauren-ib1wo Pƙed 3 lety

      You can reach out to Charlotte to get started 👇

    • @Lauren-ib1wo
      @Lauren-ib1wo Pƙed 3 lety

      +1 (4 7 8) 2 1 0-5 8 4 5

  • @kylekulp8719
    @kylekulp8719 Pƙed 3 lety +9

    Well done sir, some of the most important keys to success are always living well below your means and out working all those around you.

  • @lipglossed
    @lipglossed Pƙed 3 lety +35

    Keep going, everyone! I had debt and basically nothing in my bank account when I started my financial improvement journey and now about to start Baby Step 4. Commitment does pay off!

  • @georgerubert7487
    @georgerubert7487 Pƙed 3 lety +40

    Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance-wealth, a great career, purpose-is the result of hard work and hustle over time.

    • @georgetalor7702
      @georgetalor7702 Pƙed 3 lety

      Yeah! I agree with you sir.

    • @georgetalor7702
      @georgetalor7702 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      If you want to be successful have the mindset of the rich, spend less and invest More. Don't give up your dreams.

    • @rihannamary7493
      @rihannamary7493 Pƙed 3 lety

      That's very correct sir!!
      And that is why most of them end up losing they m o n e y to
      s c a m m e r s.

    • @oliviaemma1688
      @oliviaemma1688 Pƙed 3 lety

      People come here with the aim of chasing money more than knowledge and that will damage your progress, trust me. Chase knowledge first and I promise! The money will follow you just like it's following some of us now.

    • @oliviaemma1688
      @oliviaemma1688 Pƙed 3 lety

      Don't be in a haste to invest. Know what and who you are investing to and be sure that the person will deliver before investing.

  • @edwardpowley
    @edwardpowley Pƙed 3 lety +8

    Finally the video I have been waiting for. I am a college freshman but I am on track to graduate debt free and want to know the steps from here

    • @israelruiz8706
      @israelruiz8706 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      You can read his book. I read it when I graduated college and I will admit it is mostly for people who are already in q financial mess but I still got some good pointers out of it.

    • @imveryhungry112
      @imveryhungry112 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Start investing in good mutual funds now or index funds and dont tinker with the investments. Only look at them to add more money.

    • @Noremac2310
      @Noremac2310 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@israelruiz8706 @edward powley yeah its mostly for people who are already in debt but the 7 baby steps are actually really good simple rules to follow if you need a set of direct instructions. i would just look at his steps and go from there wherever you are at. I personally started at step 3 because I've never had debt. (I'm also a college student)

    • @israelruiz8706
      @israelruiz8706 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      @@Noremac2310 im at two because I graduated with 32k of student loans but I just need 13k to finish off

    • @anthonylaney1062
      @anthonylaney1062 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Hey Edward, if you have Facebook, you should join the Dave Ramsey baby steppers page. Tons of people that are on all the different steps that offer advice and stuff to each other

  • @DennisNedryisStillAlive
    @DennisNedryisStillAlive Pƙed 3 lety +2

    It’s a great question. It may be a general question, but it’s something we all ask or think.

  • @cattyLoveJesus
    @cattyLoveJesus Pƙed 3 lety

    Thank u Dave see u at the top

  • @exdividend7168
    @exdividend7168 Pƙed 3 lety +33

    1 regret I have in my life is not asking myself these type of questions on how to become wealthy in my teens . I’ve learned everything in my own through many mistakes trial and errors . They say money is not everything or at all important, yet we find ourselves working for it . In my opinion money gives you more time to do the things you really want to do , you don’t need millions to live a peaceful and financial free life , just need to manage your money well enough to make it work for you . In my opinion đŸ‘đŸ» thanks Dave for your videos ❀

  • @liambracey6708
    @liambracey6708 Pƙed rokem +278

    These are very valuable rules for anybody who wants to get rich. Unfortunately, most people who will watch this video will not really be able to apply the principles. We may not want to admit, but as Warren Buffett once said, investing is like any other profession-- it requires a certain level of expertise. No surprise that some people are losing a lot of money in the bear market, while others are making hundreds of thousands in profit. I just don't know how they do it. I have about $109k now to put in the market.

    • @richardsoncuthel810
      @richardsoncuthel810 Pƙed rokem +2

      Understanding personal finances and investing will most likely lead to greater financial independence. By being knowledgeable about money and investing, individuals can make informed decisions about how to save, spend, and invest their money. I know someone who made over $350k in this recession influenced market, but to the best of my knowledge, it was through a financial advisor.

    • @sebastianspiegler5801
      @sebastianspiegler5801 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@richardsoncuthel810 Yeah, financial advisors could make a lot of difference, particularly in a market such as this. Stocks are pretty unstable at the moment, but if you do the right math, you should be just fine. Bloomberg and other finance media have been recording cases of folks gaining over 250k just in a matter of weeks/couple months, so I think there are a lot of wealth transfer in this downtime if you know where to look. I have been using an FA since 2019, and I return at least $21k ROI, and this does not include capital gain.

    • @taylorcoggan2054
      @taylorcoggan2054 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@sebastianspiegler5801 I need this tonight Is there any chance you could recommend who you work with? I am Working two jobs- trying to save to get my parents and I into a house. I am worn all the way out. It does not have to be this way.

    • @sebastianspiegler5801
      @sebastianspiegler5801 Pƙed rokem

      @@taylorcoggan2054 I really don't like making such recommendations, because everybody's situation is unique. But there are many freelance wealth managers you could check out. I have been working with "LISA ELLEN SHAW" for about four years now, and she's really, really good. If she meets your discretion, then you could go ahead with her. I endorse her.

  • @ecoh9947
    @ecoh9947 Pƙed 3 lety +9

    I’m 19 years old. These videos are extremely useful.

  • @Bojulioo
    @Bojulioo Pƙed 3 lety +20

    first time I watched Dave Ramsey was in July, fast forward to today I have 10 000 Ef, 12000 in money market accounts, got my first real job (without a degree) earning 70 000 a year, and I own a small side business. Ive lost many friends, I do not go out anymore, and I am as happy as I ever been.
    -23 year old, living in a 3rd world country, gonna be buying my first house in cash in 4 years

    • @brianthornton8781
      @brianthornton8781 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      If you don’t mind me asking, what job are you working without a degree making 70k because I am 25 working 2 jobs and need sustainable income. I just need direction and school doesn’t seem like a great option for me right now.

    • @Bojulioo
      @Bojulioo Pƙed 3 lety +2

      @@brianthornton8781 call center and I own a small business

  • @definitelynotlebronjames443
    @definitelynotlebronjames443 Pƙed 3 lety +4

    I’m 19 pursuing my masters in finance and I want to know how to get wealthy. I’m knowledgeable but I love to listen to the advice of others as well and gain as much perspective and knowledge as I can.

  • @strawberryshortgirl2637
    @strawberryshortgirl2637 Pƙed 3 lety +17

    I work $10 intern job and we didn’t get laid off since it was considered essential work, so I made that much an hour and wish I made $18k not working

    • @SisyphusJP
      @SisyphusJP Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Sorry, politicians don’t work and don’t live lives like you or I so giving more money for people who don’t work versus who do makes sense to them.

  • @zahkyNZ
    @zahkyNZ Pƙed 3 lety +2

    I’m 15 and watching this I think I’m on the right track

  • @mr.pocket575
    @mr.pocket575 Pƙed 3 lety +113

    "I'm 22, How do I become wealthy"
    $1 dollar at a time son

  • @tysonkrehnke2835
    @tysonkrehnke2835 Pƙed 3 lety +19

    Think of it this way. $18,400 a year at 12%, $20,500 a year at 10%, or $23,500 at 8% each for 17 years is a million dollars. That in itself is a livable wage of $60000 a year with modest investing further. 23 years old to age 40 is 17 years. That's the key for any college grad.

    • @Andy-lr8qp
      @Andy-lr8qp Pƙed 3 lety +5

      I put 23500 at 8% for 17 years it say you will have 87k at the end in an investment calculator?

    • @OvadiaCorporation
      @OvadiaCorporation Pƙed 3 lety +5

      Your numbers are really off... but investing and saving is no doubt the best way to build wealth :)

    • @tysonkrehnke2835
      @tysonkrehnke2835 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@Andy-lr8qp no no. Adding $23500 additional dollars each year. At an 8% interest rate for 17 years. And I got that wrong It would be $18000 at 12%, $22000 at 10% or $27,000 at 8%

    • @Andy-lr8qp
      @Andy-lr8qp Pƙed 3 lety

      @@tysonkrehnke2835 oh I see now thank you

  • @harenalang5891
    @harenalang5891 Pƙed 3 lety +63

    Wealthy people keep their status by making productive moves like buying assets and investing passively but personally I recommend you do a background check up on your source before you invest, Ensure you are investing through a solid foundation source to avoid blowing your money away

    • @terrychristiana6160
      @terrychristiana6160 Pƙed 3 lety

      Making money is a lot easier through investment because investing often leads to favorable outcomes,the only reason you should save money is to invest wisely

    • @solemlyn149
      @solemlyn149 Pƙed 3 lety

      @Kevin Kenneth i have lost investing with numerous rigid traders on here,I’m still trading and learning to improve my technique but in the end i need to establish a more reliable source to passive income through

    • @laisonherberts6107
      @laisonherberts6107 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@solemlyn149 through my years of trading and research the most valuable insight was getting in touch with pro trader Wilson and getting to earn massively through her,she is a licensed broker,contact her i trust she’ll help you earn

    • @laisonherberts6107
      @laisonherberts6107 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Ellenwilson020@gmailcom,Tele gram Ellenwilson020

    • @dayecastro874
      @dayecastro874 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@laisonherberts6107 this is a refreshing coincidence,I invest and earn through Wilson as well, usually I don’t leave comments but seeing you speak good of her on here has increased my trust for her

  • @ALXSSA
    @ALXSSA Pƙed 3 lety +10

    Hearing about that millionaire working at Dave's show keeps me motivated to stay on this plan. It has been working so far and I won't sway off. 😊

    • @blackworldtraveler3711
      @blackworldtraveler3711 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Many millionaires where I worked including myself and a few neighbors.
      Most people have no clue that they are because they just live care free without flaunting it.
      Straight out of the book "The Millionaire Next Door."
      Actually the first millionaire I've ever met when on my own was a high school janitor I worked with while going to aerospace school.

  • @AnnaM4117
    @AnnaM4117 Pƙed 3 lety +2

    I’m not in Dave Ramsey’s shoes yet but I’m young and on my way. The road to wealth is consistency in your habits. What habits? Depends on which multi-millionaire you’re studying. Kiyosaki vs Ramsey. Totally different methods. Both work.

  • @jordankroeger6581
    @jordankroeger6581 Pƙed 3 lety +12

    I’m 22 and going through the exact same thoughts right now. I’m Canadian but still enjoy the content. So happy someone asked this question.

  • @NikhLogic
    @NikhLogic Pƙed 3 lety +132

    Caller: My girlfriend is cheating on me in my car.
    Dave: Sell the car, problem solved
    (I'm just messing around, love your podcast & values on finance)

    • @rachelt.7408
      @rachelt.7408 Pƙed 3 lety +5

      No. He would first ask how much income he makes and how much debt does he have not including his home lol

    • @alaynaholguin6089
      @alaynaholguin6089 Pƙed 2 lety

      đŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€Ł

    • @420terrence
      @420terrence Pƙed rokem

      He would say sell the girlfriend and the car

  • @davisperron4260
    @davisperron4260 Pƙed 3 lety

    Yeah I hear things on ads that talk about getting rich quick but they’re exactly right. It takes discipline and temporary discomfort

  • @KhangTruong-fi8is
    @KhangTruong-fi8is Pƙed 3 lety +1

    do what you good at and do your best at it

  • @tjmcavoy-jensen871
    @tjmcavoy-jensen871 Pƙed 3 lety +21

    I’m 21 and I am trying to be a 911 dispatcher which only requires a high school diploma, I wish I would’ve known this earlier, I have zero debt as well and I’m glad I found Dave before I had the chance to get into a disaster!

    • @tjmcavoy-jensen871
      @tjmcavoy-jensen871 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      @@Ale-rx7bz thanks bro, I was stupid and decided to be an exercise major and am finishing that up, I was thinking about physical therapist school but after I found Dave I don’t want to anymore because I’d have to take out like 90K student loans. So I’m looking if there’s decent jobs I could get without a degree

    • @tjmcavoy-jensen871
      @tjmcavoy-jensen871 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@Ale-rx7bz You have to be in a special PT assistant program to do it, I don't think I would be a good personal trainer and I think you have to get licensed for that also

    • @tjmcavoy-jensen871
      @tjmcavoy-jensen871 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@Ale-rx7bz I will bro thank you

    • @justinacase2623
      @justinacase2623 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      TJ, very doable! Keep in mind some places pay very well, while others it's ten bucks an hour. Not sure of your age, but go to your local 911 dispatch and apply as a trainee. If they say no, go to the next one nearest you. Willingness and ambition win out in any job.

    • @tjmcavoy-jensen871
      @tjmcavoy-jensen871 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@justinacase2623 Yeah bro! I didn't get hired to the one I applied to! I was disappointed but after I graduate I can apply again and try to make myself more likely to be hired. I like medical stuff so I might try to become an associate degree Registered nurse also after i graduate

  • @TheRealSandman
    @TheRealSandman Pƙed 2 lety +5

    I started investing and taking personal finance seriously at 21, my god how I wish I started sooner, I can't ever look back after going into this new world & mindset

  • @robbink5434
    @robbink5434 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    Great job, Dave. Let’s go!đŸ’Ș

  • @HeatedMindset
    @HeatedMindset Pƙed 3 lety +2

    The thing you have to remember is wealth doesn’t accumulate overnight. Wealth builds over a long period of time. Unless you get super lucky and win the lottery.

  • @brittflores3973
    @brittflores3973 Pƙed 3 lety +18

    I just paid off my car!!!!!

  • @Bike551
    @Bike551 Pƙed 3 lety +15

    At 22 I had just graduated college with a bachelors of science from a private university, not a dime to my name in 08. $80k student loan debt and rising to start me off on the right foot. Jobs were scarce in 2008 and it didn’t get better till around 2012. Took 12 years of working up the ladder at jobs completely unrelated to my major to pay off the loans. Maybe by 35 I’ll be able to afford a 20% down payment on a home haha

    • @abcd-oh2te
      @abcd-oh2te Pƙed 3 lety +1

      What type of jobs did you work? Did your degree help you find jobs or do you regret doing it

  • @AB-hn6gb
    @AB-hn6gb Pƙed rokem +1

    It takes patience most of all, you must never get complacent.

  • @andrewtodd5203
    @andrewtodd5203 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    Loved the muscle reference amazing facts

  • @CarnivoreBum
    @CarnivoreBum Pƙed 3 lety +9

    Building wealth is easy, it just takes time. All you need to do is spend less than you earn, and save/invest the rest.

  • @RJRussoVids
    @RJRussoVids Pƙed 3 lety +15

    Like Dave says, your income is the best tool that you have for building wealth. Get off unemployment and get out there into the workforce. Not only will the pay be better but you'll also build experience and grow your network. Neither of those things happen sitting at home collecting a check. Also, plan to move out of the house shortly after graduation. There's no motivator and growth catalyst like needing to cover your own rent and utilities. I'd rather have a bit less money in the bank and already be out on my own (in fact that's what I did in my early 20s) than have a bigger bank account balance while acting like I'm still a kid living under my mom's roof. In short, go out there and get it!

    • @jakenyajones7268
      @jakenyajones7268 Pƙed 2 lety

      Yes. This is so true. I am on my own for about a year now and I think about money different because I have to maintain on my own.

    • @deconstructingnarcissism3062
      @deconstructingnarcissism3062 Pƙed rokem

      The pay sucks balls. Why do you think everyone gets on unemployment? Because it literally pays better than all these low wage, crap jobs for doing absolutely nothing!!

  • @itsoktonotbeok8983
    @itsoktonotbeok8983 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

    Wealth is a mindset, being secure is another thing. See so many people searching for quick riches. Focus on changing your lifestyle. Make sure you have own home and pay off as quickly as possible to make sure your kids have something to build on. Be striving for more but don't over reach and risk your own security

  • @kaladouglas5268
    @kaladouglas5268 Pƙed 3 lety +2

    This video really said “this is for you”

  • @douglassmith9445
    @douglassmith9445 Pƙed 3 lety +14

    The BIGGEST mistake I made in my 20s was that I didn't work enough. I had many jobs but didn't continuously go from one to the next. The downtime in between kept leaving me broke. You need to keep a job at all times and when you switch, it needs to make u happier or more money but you can't have days off in between. This was easily my biggest learning lesson.

    • @leonjonesuk3521
      @leonjonesuk3521 Pƙed 3 lety

      Hi, I’m just a normal bloke trying to help people, I’m not here to sell you anything or push you into anything.
      I’m simply here to help people, if you would like to earn an extra financial income for very little effort I may be able to help. Its not a get rich quick scheme, ponzi, pyramid scheme or MLM.
      All I ask is that you watch a video for 20 minutes and if you’re interested, let me know and we can go from there. Thanks for your time.

    • @bellasue02
      @bellasue02 Pƙed 2 lety

      You've got your whole life to work. I wouldn't worry about it. Just dont do it now

  • @danieliglesias1314
    @danieliglesias1314 Pƙed 3 lety +29

    As a 21 year old, I think of this every single day living in poverty rn.. god be with me

  • @peterchadhenniker6801
    @peterchadhenniker6801 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    4:08 good analogy for wealth creation

  • @kylelaw7210
    @kylelaw7210 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    I would recomend listening to Dave, reading his books, and sticking to his baby steps.
    Rich Dad, Poor Dad is also a good book to read.
    Buy assests instead of liabilities.
    Work to keep expenses low and keep working to increase your income.
    Sounds like you are headed in the right direction.

  • @Engagenumberone
    @Engagenumberone Pƙed 3 lety +7

    Rule #1. Never ask a random guy on the internet how to become wealthy. No offense to Dave Ramsey.

  • @chasegetswork
    @chasegetswork Pƙed 2 lety +8

    Hey Dave, I’m from texas. I took your financial class in highschool two years ago. I’m 19 years old, I work for the biggest loan company in America. I’m getting my degree in business administration. I just wanted to say thank you for the information.

    • @cylibles1645
      @cylibles1645 Pƙed rokem

      might i ask how did you get into your career? how much does it pay what’s ur plan investing etc?

  • @amazinggrace8136
    @amazinggrace8136 Pƙed 3 lety

    You’re not lucky, you’re blessed!! :)

  • @thecommonsensecapricorn
    @thecommonsensecapricorn Pƙed 2 lety +1

    He is so smart for saving that money. I, like many, blew through it
 I could’ve done something great for myself like buy land which is my dream. No point I’m regretting. I’m happy for this dude!

  • @ibrahimpasha8229
    @ibrahimpasha8229 Pƙed 3 lety +17

    The answer is simple but the action is hard. You start a business.

    • @sickkunt1573
      @sickkunt1573 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      you don't have to, if you eanr good money and you invest it then you'll be wealthy in the future. Ofc a business can generate a lot of income in a short period of time, but it takes a certain type of character

    • @senthilnathannathan4683
      @senthilnathannathan4683 Pƙed 3 lety

      @@sickkunt1573 yea,Now I am 20.I am also doing business

  • @LOLEliSays
    @LOLEliSays Pƙed 3 lety +31

    They didnt even answer his question

    • @mr_phamtastic
      @mr_phamtastic Pƙed 3 lety +1

      I felt the same way but most people are saying to be intentional with money

    • @douglassmith9445
      @douglassmith9445 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      I think a better answer than being intentional with money would be to never stop working and never stop getting paid, then be completely intentional with every dollar. 20% invested the right way per month and you'll be a millionaire in 20 years. From there, doing meditation, and patience building exercises would probably help the most.

    • @mr_phamtastic
      @mr_phamtastic Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@douglassmith9445 I like your answer a lot better than my simple one! Good explanation

    • @douglassmith9445
      @douglassmith9445 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      @@mr_phamtastic thanks!

    • @Cozmic-mike
      @Cozmic-mike Pƙed 3 lety

      There is no way to give a single answer to such a blatant question.

  • @Hope-dv3wz
    @Hope-dv3wz Pƙed rokem

    good video

  • @user-us1up8pe3z
    @user-us1up8pe3z Pƙed 3 lety

    Love that. some people just don't have the character to be wealthy