This Is Why You Can’t Save Money

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  • čas přidán 12. 07. 2024
  • These are 10 common reasons why people have trouble saving money.
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    00:00 Start Here
    00:37 Not Having Money Saved
    01:50 An Expensive Car Payment
    02:58 Not Buying Quality
    04:29 Being House Poor
    05:33 You’re Living Alone
    06:51 Your Vices Control You
    07:55 They’re “Unlucky”
    08:59 You Don’t Earn Enough Money
    09:57 You Don’t Have A Strong Enough Why
    10:50 You Live A Chaotic Life
    Some people are very good at saving money and have a high savings rate, while other people are very bad at saving and have a low savings rate or do not save anything at all. People who have trouble saving often don't understand the reasons why they are unable to save. In this video, I share 10 common reasons why people can't save money.
    1. Not Having Money Saved
    It's hard to save money when you don't have money saved because when a surprise expense comes in life, you're easily knocked down and have trouble getting ahead. Once you are behind financially, it is very hard to get back ahead. If you don't have money saved, it is important to take drastic measures to save money because until you have money saved, it is very hard to save money.
    2. An Expensive Car Payment
    Cars at the number one wealth killer because they are so expensive. The average monthly payment for a new car is over $700 and for a used car is over $500. It is important to not fall into the trap of getting an expensive car payment because they prevent you from being able to save more money.
    3. Not Buying Quality
    Although it is important to not overspend on an expensive car payment, it is also important to not under spend and get a bad quality car that causes you a bunch of problems. Many people will buy bad quality things and then constantly have to pay more because of the quality.
    4. Being House Poor
    The biggest expense in most people's budget is their rent or mortgage and the rule of thumb is that your rent should not exceed 30% of your income; however, many people spend more than that on their rent and are unable to cover their other expenses and save. This is called being "house poor." Many people are house poor where too much of their budget goes to their rent and they're unable to save.
    5. You’re Living Alone
    The reality in today's housing market is that most people are unable to afford keeping their rent under 30% of their income unless they live with other people. Living alone is very expensive because you have to pay for 100% of all expenses. Many people have trouble saving money because they live alone.
    6. Your Vices Control You
    Vices like cigarettes, beer, and lottery tickets often create many financial problems for people where even though they're struggling financially, they spend their money on these vices because they control them. Many people are unable to save money because their vices control them.
    7. They’re “Unlucky”
    Some people seem to run into more financial surprises than others and they often think it is because they're unlucky. Having bad luck over along period of time often means that they're are making bad decisions. If you always have bad things happen to you, look at your decisions and you might be able to save more.
    8. You Don’t Earn Enough Money
    Although it is important to cut out small expenses like eating out or switch to a low cost cell phone plan, the biggest factor that determines how much you can save is your income. If you are making a low salary, it is will be hard to ave no matter how many corners you cut.
    9. You Don’t Have A Strong Enough Why
    An important thing that motivates people to save money is knowing the reason they are saving. Many people struggle to save money because they don't have a strong enough why.
    10. You Live A Chaotic Life
    Some people are unable to save money because they live chaotic lives where they don't budget, don't have a plan, and are always stressed out, which causes them to spend more. If you life a chaotic life, it is important to make intentional decisions to bring order in your life so you are able to save more money.
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Komentáře • 367

  • @ElAgustin
    @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +187

    Thanks for 100,000 subscribers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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      @daviddean6032 Před 28 dny +2

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    • @Luncheon23
      @Luncheon23 Před 28 dny +5

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    • @ilhadourada
      @ilhadourada Před 28 dny +1

      Amazing, congratulations!!

    • @Freebirdpr
      @Freebirdpr Před 28 dny +1

      Frugal Master Jedi.

    • @MrsPamB
      @MrsPamB Před 28 dny

      🎉🥳🎉

  • @lottaohlsson5018
    @lottaohlsson5018 Před 28 dny +146

    I live alone in Sweden and I'am able to save 75% of my income, because I have a low rent. I only save money to feel free.

    • @ingridgallagher1029
      @ingridgallagher1029 Před 28 dny +36

      Literally!!!! Just sitting around my house, doing nothing, has a whole different vibe to it now that I have money saved up because I know I'm not trapped.

    • @janaynmelis5250
      @janaynmelis5250 Před 28 dny +23

      I think that's the key. Having access to low and affordable housing/transportation. That's what sucks up most people's money.

    • @KHoltzie
      @KHoltzie Před 11 dny

      My mortgage payment is $700 a month-I make decent money and I also get a bonus at end of each month and have a nest egg in savings…there is freedom in staying home on Friday night cooking dinner and watching a movie especially since I know for me it’s “optional”

  • @Jack_huntakilla
    @Jack_huntakilla Před 28 dny +109

    I've lived in a 250 a month shared room with strangers who play loud music, smoke in the room etc. I've also lived alone in a 500 a month own unit alone but overall my quality of life is muuuuch better. I'd choose living in that 500 a month unit over and over again. Some things aren't worth the sacrifice nor the money saved

  • @caitlynpotter
    @caitlynpotter Před 18 dny +39

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    • @FelixDedrick
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      @ToriDaniel-xk1tt Před 18 dny

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      @ValentinePotter Před 18 dny

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  • @bernadofelix
    @bernadofelix Před 27 dny +396

    Managing money is different from accumulating wealth, and the lack of investment education in schools may explain why people struggle to maintain their financial gains. The examples you provided are relevant, and I personally benefited from the market crisis, as I embrace challenging times while others tend to avoid them. Well, at least my advisor does too, jokingly.

    • @jones9-
      @jones9- Před 27 dny +7

      Investors should exercise caution with their exposure and exercise caution when considering new investments, particularly during periods of inflation. It is advisable to seek guidance from a professional or trusted advisor in order to navigate this recession and achieve potential high yields.

    • @SandraDave.
      @SandraDave. Před 27 dny +4

      This is superb! Information, as a noob it gets quite difficult to handle all of this and staying informed is a major cause, how do you go about this are you a pro investor?

    • @PaulKatrina.
      @PaulKatrina. Před 27 dny +3

      It's often true that people underestimate the importance of financial advisors until they feel the negative effects of emotional decision-making. I remember a few summers ago, after a tough divorce, when I needed a boost for my struggling business. I researched and found a licensed advisor who diligently helped grow my reserves despite inflation. Consequently, my reserves increased from $275k to around $750k.

    • @EddyAgnes-vy4kp
      @EddyAgnes-vy4kp Před 27 dny +2

      this sounds considerable! think you know any advisors i can get on the phone with? i'm in dire need of proper portfolio allocation

    • @PaulKatrina.
      @PaulKatrina. Před 27 dny +2

      Finding financial advisors like Melissa Terri Swayne who can assist you shape your portfolio would be a very creative option. There will be difficult times ahead, and prudent personal money management will be essential to navigating them.

  • @JonaaBLKWL
    @JonaaBLKWL Před 28 dny +62

    I've been on disability for the last decade and couldn't improve my income. I'm now in my 30s and finally on the right meds (still trying to get to the right doses). Now I'm going to community college and hopefully I'll have my first proper job by the time I'm in my mid 30s. I'm tired of barely having any money and dealing with social security every time they try to screw me over. I might be behind, but it's not too late. Watching vidoes like these helps remind me of my motivations

    • @Jacquie_Kirk_111
      @Jacquie_Kirk_111 Před 28 dny +5

      It's never too late, you can do it !

    • @carmelaelliott227
      @carmelaelliott227 Před 28 dny +5

      Keep it up you'll get there. I was stuck in my fear and not wanting to learn money management for years, at 60 I became a widow my beloved husband no longer around to take care of me, so I have to face my fear and learning how to manage my bills, save and be financially debt free, I'm now 64.5 and this October I'll be debt free. No savings yet, but not inquiring new debts...

    • @audreyandrea460
      @audreyandrea460 Před 27 dny +3

      Hi, I’m in a similar circumstance. You aren’t alone. We can do this! Keep up the good work and God bless you!

    • @Baabaabelle
      @Baabaabelle Před 27 dny +3

      Can I suggest you check out the Carnivore diet, not because it will fix your disability (unless it is an autoimmune illness, then yes, it could) but it will help you be the very best version of yourself and as crazy as it sounds it has huge mental as well as psychical benefits. No Carb Life is a great channel to hear different people's personal experiences of this way of eating. I found it to fix arthritis which it has and love all the other unexpected benefits. Never, ever going back to a standard diet.

    • @obscurelyvague
      @obscurelyvague Před 20 dny

      @@Baabaabelle Do you mean a high-protein diet?

  • @richardbudzic6289
    @richardbudzic6289 Před 28 dny +53

    If you get the wrong roommate to 'split the cost' of housing, you could end up paying spending more than if you were living by yourself. Thank you for your videos!

    • @lindsay3793
      @lindsay3793 Před 28 dny +25

      Strangers have mental problems, hygiene problems, financial problems... Having a roommate is a HUGE risk that can destroy your finances and credit. Why does no one address this?

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +22

      Yeah, you have to be careful with who you live with or you could end up taking a financial hit!

    • @VoxWodler
      @VoxWodler Před 28 dny +13

      @@lindsay3793 Agreed. Plus you have someone in your business unnecessarily. I took at roommate to court 14 years ago. I won, but I am still trying to collect on the judgment. Better to live alone and lock the door.

    • @lindsay3793
      @lindsay3793 Před 28 dny +5

      @@VoxWodler Sorry to hear. I hope you get your money but I doubt it.
      This expectation that we are supposed to share a home (our most vulnerable, valuable sanctuary) with some rando off the street... It's insane! My coworkers lie, cheat, and steal. I don't trust anyone! Just the way people treat each other in general... The majority of people have no integrity and will stab you in the back at the drop of a hat. Then once you realize how terrible your live-in roommate is you cannot even legally evict them for six full months.
      No. I refuse to be exploited by some creep in my own home!

    • @VoxWodler
      @VoxWodler Před 28 dny +8

      @@lindsay3793 Exactly. Look, in theory its a good idea if everything works out. The best thing is to go back in time to 1980, buy a place and live in it now.

  • @Ceilinggurl
    @Ceilinggurl Před 28 dny +23

    Single moms can’t really have roommates . Wouldn’t want that kind of life for young kids. Too uncomfortable for all involved also unsafe.

    • @audreyandrea460
      @audreyandrea460 Před 27 dny +9

      Men in finance give a lot of useful and helpful advice but yes, as ladies we need to sift through it carefully find what works best for us :)

    • @lindsay3793
      @lindsay3793 Před 27 dny +1

      As women period... So vulnerable to have crazies living in your own sanctuary.

    • @thewalkingvegan
      @thewalkingvegan Před 27 dny +1

      Maybe a friend you could share with? Doesn't have to be stramgers

    • @nvmcrider8475
      @nvmcrider8475 Před 27 dny +2

      Make amends with the kids Dad and have him move in .

    • @LisaSoulLevelHealing
      @LisaSoulLevelHealing Před 26 dny +8

      ​@@nvmcrider8475 this is how dv cases start 🙄

  • @crazyadventuresandreviews
    @crazyadventuresandreviews Před 28 dny +37

    I use to live with a billionaire from Italy when I was a kid during the summers and her house was a two bedroom 2 bath in Florida with no AC. She bought her clothes from thrift stores and drove a vw van from the 80s and her friends were millionaires and they all lived the same life style but had air conditioner

    • @sharonloveschocolate
      @sharonloveschocolate Před 28 dny +3

      Really?😮

    • @crazyadventuresandreviews
      @crazyadventuresandreviews Před 28 dny +11

      @@sharonloveschocolateyea she had royalty blood line, owned a lot of real estate in Europe and US. Real money live very frugal and donate a lot and that’s why they are blessed. people that look rich are in debt and miserable behind close doors.

    • @debbiewalker273
      @debbiewalker273 Před 27 dny +3

      A billionaire and still living on a low income, with no AC in FL ? Did she have a mental issue ? 🤔

    • @jonredd650
      @jonredd650 Před 27 dny

      No ac keeps them out of the house.

    • @crazyadventuresandreviews
      @crazyadventuresandreviews Před 27 dny +6

      @@debbiewalker273she seemed normal people from Europe just different I guess. Never remembered being hot she lived on the inter coastal and the windows and doors were always opened and I remember a cool breeze always came thru the house.

  • @JaseVaughn
    @JaseVaughn Před 28 dny +21

    I have to disagree with you on dealerships. When buying cars, they can be just as slimy as a private seller trying to scam you.

    • @patricedixon2634
      @patricedixon2634 Před 27 dny +2

      True and after 2 decades of no car payments/ my 26yo car that I drive was bought outright. When I have to replace that car, I will dread using a dealership. I don't want a new new car either.

    • @thewalkingvegan
      @thewalkingvegan Před 27 dny

      Some, not all. Get recommendations from people you know

  • @kristenkenyon7902
    @kristenkenyon7902 Před 28 dny +50

    Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers!!! It was well earned!!!🎉

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +20

      Two and a half years in the making!!! I've learned that you can get to 10k by "accident" with lucky videos, but 100k takes tons of analyzing and consistency over a long period of time! It's been exhausting, but I've grown so much as a person through this and have learned so many life lessons along the way.

  • @danicegewiss862
    @danicegewiss862 Před 28 dny +14

    We save a huge amount of our income. I cut much of our grocery budget by making my own cleaning products, bread, and more. We don't buy tp or paper towels. The last vehicle we bought we paid cash for. We save for everything. We bought a fixer upper, paid it off early, and turned it into a beautiful home.

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny

      Greatly done... agree...dont tell the lots , theyre too indolent in mind..😮

  • @user-sn5rs6lq2z
    @user-sn5rs6lq2z Před 28 dny +20

    In 2022, I was 55 years old and making 90k, living single. My prior rent to income was about 40%.
    In 2023, I became quite ill and was forced to retire. Now I am on a fixed income and I’ve had to move overseas where my current rent is 30% of my retirement income. The key is to be flexible in life.

  • @TimeToStartOver
    @TimeToStartOver Před 28 dny +30

    To pay 50% of your income for rent is pretty common here in Germany. All living costs have gone crazy over the last years. Makes saving even more difficult.

    • @15coals39
      @15coals39 Před 28 dny +2

      How bout impossible at those rates 😂

    • @Finnimagoo
      @Finnimagoo Před 27 dny +1

      same in New Zealand

  • @SlingsAxes
    @SlingsAxes Před 28 dny +21

    Regarding skimping on quality, I remember my dad telling me
    Always buy the best. It's usually the cheapest.
    As in
    Always buy quality tools and don't be tempted by the cheap Chinese stuff
    Not only will the cheap ones break and need to be replaced, you might end up with blocdy knuckles and require a doctor visit.

  • @Ashermicheal6341
    @Ashermicheal6341 Před 27 dny +33

    kiana rachel was my hope during the 'bear summer' last year. I did so many mistakes but also learned so much from it, and of course from kiana rachel.

    • @Lucas75332
      @Lucas75332 Před 27 dny

      success 200k today. Thank you for all the knowledge and nuggets you had thrown my way over the last months. Started with 24k in last month 2024

    • @liammateo287
      @liammateo287 Před 27 dny

      You trade ?? Wow that's huge, how do you make that much monthly?

    • @Ashermicheal6341
      @Ashermicheal6341 Před 27 dny

      rachel approaches trading in a completely unique way. I'm puzzled by her methods. She just seems to have an innate understanding of this trading world

    • @Ashermicheal6341
      @Ashermicheal6341 Před 27 dny

      she's mostly on Telegrams, using the user name.
      ....

    • @Ashermicheal6341
      @Ashermicheal6341 Před 27 dny

      @kiana745...that is it.

  • @sylviasepulveda9788
    @sylviasepulveda9788 Před 28 dny +19

    Thanks for the reminder of save money 😅my husband and I have very little income and we still have ben able to save 50.00 % of our income because we live with a budget we think is not how much you make is how we spend the income 😊is awesome 👏

  • @Nettingyournetworth
    @Nettingyournetworth Před 28 dny +27

    I can't save money because my savings keeps getting depleted due to emergency vehicle expenses, unexpected medical bills. I've had to restart like 3 times in the last 14 months because of this and this is coming from someone who follows the 50/30/20 rule. Im considering just going frugal and just save everything and spend nothing on my self anymore

    • @amy2284
      @amy2284 Před 28 dny +1

      I totally agree - Anthony O’Neill (AO) always say have your vision for what you want (your why) it’s easy to run all decisions and purchases asking the questions “does this align with my vision”

    • @patricedixon2634
      @patricedixon2634 Před 27 dny +4

      I can relate with car repairs.

    • @thewalkingvegan
      @thewalkingvegan Před 27 dny

      We had ten years like that, it's the restarting that's important. We kept going though and stayed diligent and we retire a little bit early in 5 weeks

    • @Desiree_Rose
      @Desiree_Rose Před 24 dny

      I don't recall if it's the 30 or 20% that's spent on "wants", but there's your problem right there. I don't know who can afford that plan at all and not go broke (unless they are very high income earners). Definitely go frugal to get ahead. Good luck!!!

    • @AmericanMadeUSA
      @AmericanMadeUSA Před 15 dny

      Read the richest man in Babylon

  • @iblazedx1
    @iblazedx1 Před 28 dny +19

    Here in the USA it is very very difficult to save! They don't increase income at all! It's a big problem!

    • @JAMUSA2018
      @JAMUSA2018 Před 28 dny +2

      Easiest way is to get a better paying job. I had a job once for 4 years I did NOT get a raise

    • @iblazedx1
      @iblazedx1 Před 28 dny +3

      @@JAMUSA2018 that is somewhat true but people have to change careers and/or get into more debt by getting higher degrees just to get a "better paying job" which is only a couple dollars more.

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny

      As a Dutch tourist , some 7 years ago , I felt things I take for granted cost TWICE as much in ze lent ov ze free.... remember travel to Sweden , before EU roaming came into force , a Swedish sim card with phone balance incl. installing was less than 10 EUR. There is structurally LESS competition in Merrycuh than popular belief , so trapped in delusion...

  • @georgeandrews2839
    @georgeandrews2839 Před 27 dny +8

    It's even better if you can set yourself up to not need a car in the first place.

  • @JonaaBLKWL
    @JonaaBLKWL Před 28 dny +12

    If you're going to buy a used, cheap car, buy something old. Pre 2012 ideally. We have a 91 ford and that thing is so cheap and easy to fix that replace the transmission cost us only a few hundred dollars.

  • @juliemayfield7598
    @juliemayfield7598 Před 28 dny +9

    I agree with you I'm on low income and I do better than people that have a job with my savings people don't know how to live within there means

  • @ShellyCap9
    @ShellyCap9 Před 28 dny +9

    LOL favorite line of this episode "Get Yo Shit together"

  • @surfside75
    @surfside75 Před 28 dny +9

    Easy.. toyota, honda, mazda -do specific research on each as far as common troubles and maintenance with the model your wanting to buy.

  • @paranoidandroid627
    @paranoidandroid627 Před 28 dny +30

    I work on content creation, and we're often told everything has to be fast-paced and flashy to keep the viewer engaged, but watching your channel is such a breath of fresh air. I discovered your channel yesterday, and I've already watched like 20 videos. You're proving that having an incredible personality and providing great value to people is enough to succeed, so congrats on 100k! I'm now starting my frugality journey following your advice. Thank you, and keep it up.

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +6

      Thanks! I find that annoying when words pop up on the screen to try to manipulate people into not clicking off. It might help in the short term with views, but I think the long term strategy is slowly building a relationship with the audience and gaining their trust over time. If you do that then they will show up for every video and come to you.

    • @princessdumbarton9877
      @princessdumbarton9877 Před 28 dny +3

      They're wrong. I mute and skip every single flashy, noisy ad. I'm tired of everything being an actual assault. I also skip or block every video where someone is making a creepy little secret society signal like covering their mouth, putting a "V" around an eye, pointing to an eye, one finger over mouth, etc. I won't watch most modern shows and movies, in fact about 0, because of flashy, noisy, fast-paced crap and secret signals everywhere. I mostly watch old movies and block all the flashy crap. Please tell your bosses this. I know I'm not the only one who hates it all.

    • @akimitussuzukii1834
      @akimitussuzukii1834 Před 28 dny +2

      Same here. Nowadays I instantly skip and block all flashy, noisy and overenthusiastic ads and canals from creators who just want to sell, likes and subs no matter what cost. Content and value of it is still the king in my world.

    • @tracynorman4883
      @tracynorman4883 Před 21 dnem +2

      Loud and flashy is an instant turn off for me! I'll never understand why some people feel the need to shout to the camera. First shout, I'm off 😂

  • @monishthomasp
    @monishthomasp Před 28 dny +4

    I liked the part where the guy after buying a $ 5000 car says “ El Agustin would be proud.. “ 😊😂❤

  • @WilliamsleeHogan-nm2em
    @WilliamsleeHogan-nm2em Před 24 dny +36

    I'm favoured, $22K every week! I can now give back to the locals in my community and also support God's work and the church. God bless America..,

    • @MamaRuth-rz9de
      @MamaRuth-rz9de Před 24 dny

      Investing in crypto/forex is a good idea,
      a good trading system would put you
      through many days of success.

    • @PondeyPranali
      @PondeyPranali Před 24 dny

      Investing $15,000 and received $174,000

    • @LeeWilliamshogan
      @LeeWilliamshogan Před 24 dny

      Same, I met Mrs Anna Davis last
      year for the first time at a conference in
      Manchester, after then my family
      changed for good. God bless Mrs Anna

    • @ibrahimbasiru7453
      @ibrahimbasiru7453 Před 24 dny

      YES!!! That's exactly her name (Mrs Anna ) so many people have
      recommended highly about her and am
      just starting with her 😊 from United States

    • @MarcoMe113
      @MarcoMe113 Před 24 dny

      Yeah get connected to Miss Anna , here's her line👎🏻

  • @tbarc1
    @tbarc1 Před 28 dny +8

    Um...I've never been benefited financially by having another person living with me.

    • @HeroBear_Gaymer
      @HeroBear_Gaymer Před 28 dny

      Sounds like you are or were with was leeching off you

  • @eizqarqash1991
    @eizqarqash1991 Před 28 dny +5

    Everyone should plan their whys in the same layout you did and give it a quick look every day to be always reminded

  • @Tsingtaoist
    @Tsingtaoist Před 28 dny +4

    This is timed so well. I have £500 in savings (UK) but have just offloaded a £200 monthly expense which was my motorcycle. My temptation to buy another has been halted by your fine financial advice good sir!

  • @CAROTA251270
    @CAROTA251270 Před 28 dny +6

    Congratulations on having 100,000 subscribers. I started watching you when you had 30k. Great video. Love your perspective on money topics.

  • @jsimp4050
    @jsimp4050 Před 28 dny +13

    My brother is chronically unlucky. My parents keep saying things just happen to him. I think his choices have made a lot of problems for him. Creating a situation where he looks chronically unlucky.

    • @donaldlyons17
      @donaldlyons17 Před 27 dny

      It takes some luck to do well... WTF even if people do everything right they need luck to keep doing ok....

  • @WhitneyHaynes-kw6gd
    @WhitneyHaynes-kw6gd Před 24 dny +51

    I really appreciate the dedication in each video you post. Passive income does have a way of liberating people, I remain eternally grateful to Elizabeth Wesley for her efforts that got me to this point, finally payed off my mortgage and all my debts, what more could I've asked for.Thanks for improving my portfolio.

    • @mustafaburak1123
      @mustafaburak1123 Před 24 dny

      Wow. I'm a bit perplexed seeing her been mentioned here also Didn’t know she has been good to so many people too this is wonderful. I stumbled upon one of her clients testimonies on CNBC news last week...

    • @NicolasGibson13
      @NicolasGibson13 Před 24 dny

      She is my family's personal Broker and also a personal Broker to many families in the United states, she is a licensed broker and a FINRA AGENT in the United States.

    • @HarrisNguyen783
      @HarrisNguyen783 Před 24 dny

      You trade with Elizabeth Wesley too? Wow that woman has been a blessing to me and my family.

    • @Robert.Maynard
      @Robert.Maynard Před 24 dny

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

    • @OliviaAurora44
      @OliviaAurora44 Před 24 dny

      I was skeptical at first till I decided to try. Its huge returns is awesome. I can't say much

  • @user-hw9vf4pl9s
    @user-hw9vf4pl9s Před 28 dny +4

    YEAH!!!!! 100,000 subbies I am so happy for you Austin : ) I think I've been here from darn near the beginning. Love the videos and all your commenters, I have learned a lot from both you and the community you've built here.

  • @nogames8982
    @nogames8982 Před 27 dny +2

    You are right about the people that can least afford it spending money on stupid things. Lottery, alcohol, cigarettes, etc.

    • @nvmcrider8475
      @nvmcrider8475 Před 27 dny

      While Lottery tickets are basically a tax on stupid people, it gives them a false hope which is better than no hope at all and money well spent.

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny +1

      yeahhh , but those " grab it"...... bye.

  • @debbiewalker273
    @debbiewalker273 Před 27 dny

    Congrats on 100K Austin ! You’ve worked your as* off, and deserve it ! Keep up the good work, and love your channel ! 🎊🍾🎉

  • @saradylan3320
    @saradylan3320 Před 27 dny

    Congratulations on 100000 subscribers. I know how hard you have worked to get here. I love what you are doing. I think your videos are just the right length as I often feel put off if a video is longer than 13 minutes xx

  • @sweethomeseattle
    @sweethomeseattle Před 28 dny +8

    Great video again! Congratulations on 100K! 🎉

  • @alexhefling60
    @alexhefling60 Před 28 dny +3

    Woot woot!! Congrats Austin for the 100K

  • @wandalizlagares782
    @wandalizlagares782 Před 28 dny +3

    Very relatable. You always keep it real in a nice way!!! 😂.

  • @leannejayne3545
    @leannejayne3545 Před 28 dny +2

    Congratulations on 100k, smashing it! Thank you

  • @roseisland8
    @roseisland8 Před 28 dny +3

    Congratulations on 100k subscribers! 🎉

  • @Jacquie_Kirk_111
    @Jacquie_Kirk_111 Před 28 dny +11

    Bad luck....it's not always the person's fault. My husband died at 30 and he was unlucky, and so was I!

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +1

      Definitely not always!

    • @transitengineer
      @transitengineer Před 28 dny +1

      Question, how much Life Insurance did your husband have? During the 1990's, when I was age 30 and, my salary was $48,000, my Life Insurance policies (both personal and from my employer) total about $300,000.

    • @Jacquie_Kirk_111
      @Jacquie_Kirk_111 Před 28 dny

      ​You were lucky. When my husband got cancer he was just let go of his job. It was a very difficult time@@transitengineer

    • @GrannyLinn
      @GrannyLinn Před 27 dny +1

      So sorry.

    • @nvmcrider8475
      @nvmcrider8475 Před 27 dny

      Are you getting Social Security survivor benefit?

  • @UTP504
    @UTP504 Před 28 dny +4

    100k subscribers, well deserved❤️💯

  • @KNS616
    @KNS616 Před 27 dny

    & thank you Austin for making very thoughtful, useful videos. From a loyal listener and subscriber.

  • @giakhalsa7971
    @giakhalsa7971 Před 26 dny

    Thank you for this very thorough and common sense video.
    I have listened to other videos like this. But you are the first person that I ever heard that said you can save more if you “increase “your income. Other videos don’t seem to say that like . 😮
    . I never understood that. So I think you are right on !!!!!

  • @obscurelyvague
    @obscurelyvague Před 20 dny +2

    It is like the irony that you have to spend money to make money. You cannot merely save money. A lot of financial experts talk about it and it is not wrong, but if you don't have a good -enough job so as to earn money to save then saving money is just not doable.

    • @donaldlyons17
      @donaldlyons17 Před 20 dny

      Or one needs to live under the right circumstances if they don't make much money. But your right yet they don't talk about that issue because they know they might loose viewers if they do!!!

  • @muzerhythm2242
    @muzerhythm2242 Před 26 dny +1

    I agree on most points but surprised no one mentioned: suppliments. I take them as part of alternative treatment for a medical condition to STAY AWAY from doctors and being on prescription train of taking lots of drugs with terrible side effects. It's effective for me and to get enough of the certain vitamins I would need to eat a ridiculous amount of foods (plus would make me sick), and notice when I do run out how badly I feel.

  • @christomapher
    @christomapher Před 24 dny

    Congrats on your 100k subscribers. I am a proud subscriber. Thank you for the inspirational advice. Also, your speech cadence is fascinating!

  • @liquidfylth
    @liquidfylth Před 27 dny

    Great episode! I really like your take on luck. We all feel unlucky sometimes, but this puts the whole thing into perspective. Thanks!

  • @tiffanyjohnson4271
    @tiffanyjohnson4271 Před 28 dny +1

    Congratulations on 100k!🎉

  • @thelionessreigns
    @thelionessreigns Před 28 dny

    100,000!🎉🎉🎉 Congrats, Austin!

  • @TheSimArchitect
    @TheSimArchitect Před 28 dny +2

    Congratulations on 100K!!!

  • @kwokweng76
    @kwokweng76 Před 23 dny

    This video is very solid ❤ ...... Thanks Austin

  • @michellesteinbeiss-bryan7366

    CONGRATULATIONS on the 100K subscribers!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏👏👏 Your mom was a wise lady, and you are wise beyond your years! Your channel is awesome! Content is amazing! So grateful I found your channel! 😊

  • @MinaRose2023
    @MinaRose2023 Před 28 dny +5

    Congratulations for 100,000 🎉 well deserved.

  • @plappin
    @plappin Před 28 dny +7

    Congratulations on 100K, Austin! 💪

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +1

      Thank you! And thanks for sticking around and commenting on all the videos!!!!!!! No pressure to keep watching and commenting, but when I do see your consistent comments each post I do think I must do something right to have someone come back every time!

  • @robinsnest6832
    @robinsnest6832 Před 28 dny +7

    Congratulations on 100K 🎊

  • @Kelssinho
    @Kelssinho Před 28 dny +1

    Congrats on 100k! Thank you for sharing your ideas.

  • @akimitussuzukii1834
    @akimitussuzukii1834 Před 28 dny +1

    Congratulations on 100k subcribers bro! You have consistently work yourself to this point, openly talked about this goal and I bet I'm not the only one very proud of you. Keep up the good work!
    What's your opinion about seasonal jobs that are reality for so many? Quite often many seasonal jobs can give you a possibility to work your ass off and get a lot of money with relative ease and short peeiod of time but since it's seasonal, you easily end up using all that saved money for simply living expences during the period outside of the season. And back to starting point. No money left for any vacation either. Kinda double edged sword and you easily end up to this vicious circle where all the earned money are there for just making through the beginning of the next season...

  • @huhhuhhuh4069
    @huhhuhhuh4069 Před 28 dny +4

    Congrats on 100k

  • @Michelle-bk5uq
    @Michelle-bk5uq Před 28 dny +3

    Congrats on 100K!!

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +1

      Thank you! It feels nice! I feel like a big(ger) channel now!

  • @seamonie48
    @seamonie48 Před 28 dny +7

    My mom and I have been learning the frugal lifestyle for the past 3 years or so and getting better! Your videos are like common knowledge to us. But it's so wonderful to see we aren't the only ones doing this and making it work. We watched so many of your videos to stay inspired and continue to do so! Congrats on the 100k Subs too man, keep the good job up! ❤️🤍💙💯

  • @Jacquie_Kirk_111
    @Jacquie_Kirk_111 Před 28 dny +3

    Awesome video!

  • @marilynrybak9154
    @marilynrybak9154 Před 18 dny

    Agree completely with the vices! Exactly.

  • @transitengineer
    @transitengineer Před 28 dny +6

    Wow, I agree with your 10-top reasons 100 percent. Also, the "why", in my life was to save and invest for my future retirement which, I started at age 30, day one on my second job after college. Now in my early 60's, I retired last year ... Life is sweet (smile ... smile).

  • @karencarter9341
    @karencarter9341 Před 27 dny

    Love your pot plants good job

  • @temismontenegromontenegro9319

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! 1OOOOO SUBSCRIBERS!!!

  • @JoseFlores-xh5cj
    @JoseFlores-xh5cj Před 28 dny +16

    Can't save money because $100 is the only number everyone knows, everything costs $100 or more, so you can only do 3-4 things per check before it money runs out

    • @sandralauzon9416
      @sandralauzon9416 Před 27 dny

      Maybe if ypu lived in Bermuda

    • @donaldlyons17
      @donaldlyons17 Před 20 dny

      Yep and people like Austin want to blame the individuals not the income being too low for their expenses which they can't control.

  • @rafaelrodrigueziiceo97
    @rafaelrodrigueziiceo97 Před 28 dny +3

    The average monthly payment of a new car is over $1,000 per month not to mention several hundreds on insurance.

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny

      I pay EUR 550 ALL RISK including road assistance 24hr. PER YEAR. In expensive Netherlands ....bye. I pay EUR 0.00 per month for my Toyota that I bought cash as all around here normally do. Car loans are considered for xtreme losers....bye.

  • @AdamFiregate
    @AdamFiregate Před 28 dny +2

    Subscribed. Thanks. 👍

  • @YamalGaseaRuiz
    @YamalGaseaRuiz Před 28 dny +19

    Living with other people is just disgusting, its a consequence of poorness.

    • @LisaSoulLevelHealing
      @LisaSoulLevelHealing Před 26 dny

      Its vommunal. Americans are mal adjusted and anti-social because we dont know how to community or live together harmoniously.
      I love having roommates. Just got to get a good fit and know yourself.

    • @gunterweihe1166
      @gunterweihe1166 Před 25 dny +2

      What an ignorant look on life

    • @timwidner8751
      @timwidner8751 Před 25 dny

      I house hack by choice and have had good tenants 90% of the time. Just make sure the tenant/roommate interviews go over your biggest pain points or pet peeves. House hacking is a great way to lower your expenses, get extra income, and socialize with others.
      I think your comment is disgusting, btw

    • @YamalGaseaRuiz
      @YamalGaseaRuiz Před 25 dny

      @@gunterweihe1166 if you live happy and with good people, congratulations, but you are an exception.
      Most of the people are obliged to live with disgusting people just because of economic reasons. That is just horrible.
      My case, i lived with people just to save money until i couldn't handle it anymore, then i bought a house.
      Now people say that I'm silly because I don't rent 3 free rooms that I have in my house (very big house). But that money doesn't worth the uncomfortablility, okay live without working the whole life by handling random absurd people at home, it's a very big risk

    • @YamalGaseaRuiz
      @YamalGaseaRuiz Před 25 dny

      @@timwidner8751 either you are lucky or you are very clever choosing people. Not my case when i was obliged to share but I didn't have too much options since the coming person was me,
      There is something true, if you were the owner of the house and you were having a fix income enough to live according to your country you wouldn't rent your rooms so sharing is again a consequence of not having enough money to live thus...

  • @Thegrayhairedwriter
    @Thegrayhairedwriter Před 25 dny

    Congratulations on the 100k subscribers

  • @Izzy_Gtz
    @Izzy_Gtz Před 28 dny +2

    Congratulations on your 100K subscribers!!!🤩🥳

  • @Cobycards
    @Cobycards Před 27 dny

    Congrats on the 100k subscribers from Australia 😊

  • @MalluStyleMultiMedia
    @MalluStyleMultiMedia Před 27 dny +1

    Another excellent video

  • @rebacarmack8335
    @rebacarmack8335 Před 27 dny

    Yay- 100,000 subscribers!!!🎊🎊🎉🎈🎈

  • @fahrrurrozi686
    @fahrrurrozi686 Před 18 dny

    This is GOLD 🎉

  • @observer134
    @observer134 Před 26 dny

    really enjoy your videos 😀

  • @thewalkingvegan
    @thewalkingvegan Před 27 dny

    Love your videos, im addicted 😊

  • @fredd103
    @fredd103 Před 28 dny +1

    This is a good video for toddlers. Love it!😍

  • @kazumasitaula3361
    @kazumasitaula3361 Před 27 dny +1

    Congratulations! on 100k subscribers. Big fan from Japan. ありがとう。(Arigtaou = Thank you)

  • @JacksonianT
    @JacksonianT Před 17 dny

    Superb video

  • @jyotikamisra
    @jyotikamisra Před 24 dny +1

    Bought a Toyota Camry 76000 miles even though older 2007 for 6000 from a dealer❤❤

  • @reyr.7439
    @reyr.7439 Před 27 dny

    All true!

  • @JenevieBrown
    @JenevieBrown Před 27 dny +1

    A very wise young man 💋

  • @fredd103
    @fredd103 Před 28 dny +3

    Your mom is smart.

  • @vikastiwari6780
    @vikastiwari6780 Před 20 dny +1

    Year Mera to bahut bura effect hua he past 1 yr I don't have any earning source.
    Right now as a batchelor its so difficult to survive

  • @jeanetteschulthe1andOnly

    Unlucky for life...can also be who and what you surround yourself. It may be the support/not group even if it just affects your confidence and/or outlook on life. Don't get rid of them or fight with them, they are quite comfy with this...find new friends, outlets. Maybe the sour apples will learn from your having "Enough!". You do not have to say anything to them actually.

  • @reginaldhufenstien
    @reginaldhufenstien Před 27 dny +1

    I set savings goals every year, but I always seem to fall short.

    • @har0ld551-hn6fm
      @har0ld551-hn6fm Před 27 dny

      It could be a few things. Maybe you're not tracking your spending closely enough. Until you know where your money is going, it's hard to cut back.

  • @user-mw2cf3jf3c
    @user-mw2cf3jf3c Před 24 dny

    🎉 congratulations 👍

  • @raquelkutsch5600
    @raquelkutsch5600 Před 27 dny

    Ok just signed up for Mint - from ATT - 🤞

  • @audreyhuggins8822
    @audreyhuggins8822 Před 28 dny +1

    What an accomplishment! All your dedication, consistency, and passion took you there to the big 100,000-wow! I hope you share the unboxing of your play button plaque.

  • @lemonteapot1061
    @lemonteapot1061 Před 28 dny +2

    I received a notification on my bank website which said I was eligible for up to £900 per month on a car lease!!!! 😮

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +2

      lol, they're giving out loans like candy at the parade!

    • @lemonteapot1061
      @lemonteapot1061 Před 28 dny +1

      @@ElAgustin 🤣 yeah

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny +1

      ...on another car LEASH.....bye.

  • @jimmymok5943
    @jimmymok5943 Před 28 dny +3

    Is 30% of your monthly income net or gross? This single detail makes a HUGE difference.

  • @Zeadle
    @Zeadle Před 25 dny

    I loveeeeeeeeeeeee these videos

  • @candy2325
    @candy2325 Před 24 dny

    I paid off my car in the beginning of January .. thank god. I have extra money now to put towards savings and build a nest egg. Those car payments were such a pain 😖

  • @pattykake7195
    @pattykake7195 Před 28 dny +2

    You have a lovely plant collection happening now…looks great…

    • @ElAgustin
      @ElAgustin  Před 28 dny +2

      Thanks! I need to look at an order video to see their growth!

  • @mr.honoraryboomer
    @mr.honoraryboomer Před 28 dny +2

    I **USED** to spend $720 a month on coffee and cigarettes.

    • @geertstroy
      @geertstroy Před 27 dny

      the art of declaring yourself a " free Merrican".... bye......

  • @jorgiewtf
    @jorgiewtf Před 16 dny

    I know why I have trouble saving money. I have a basement full of expensive guitars and recording equipment lol