Living debt free and being content is wonderful. I remember when I retired at 62 a coworker said to me that I must have millions and that’s why I’m retiring. I asked her if she had one of those fancy flat screen TVs hanging on her wall and she replied of course she did. I said that mine was a $5 used one from a yard sale and that is why I can retire.
As a lifelong WV resident, I think you will find that a lot of us 'hillbillies' are nice and helpful people. As John F. Kennedy once said, "The sun may not always shine in West Virginia, but the people always do."
as a northern I find so many nice people in the south their just special kind of loving and accepting people with out judging their character by what they own or live in or drive.
I like the way you said something like we can be joyful even when we aren't happy. My twin sister and best friend passed away within 18 months of each other and I struggle daily with the depression that has come with that. I recently found a small metal sign that reads, "If you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine. That's my new goal! 😃😃😃
@@maurawhelan3530 Thanks. It means more than you even know, for I truly only hit on the highlights. It's been a rough couple of years not only for me, but so many people. That's why, I have to start moving. I read a comment on another post that said something like grieving is like someone threw a heavy weighted blanket on you. At first it immobilizes you until you get used to it and can start to move again. You can't shake it off or crawl out from under but eventually God, in His mercy, strengthens us so that we can even attempt to take a step. I'm slowly starting to move again. It's still hard, even seems impossible some days but it is happening. 🌈🌈🌈
I so commend you and your family for how you are living. You and your hubby are light years ahead of so many young adults like you. They have no clue about being debt free and buckling down to get the things that really mean something. Half of all young girls don’t know how to cook. If they open a can or put something in the microwave, that’s home cooking. Keep going on the path your on and I see good things coming your way.
U are such a smart person,don't listen or worry about dumb people think they aren't payting ur bills,ur young and u can do this..u can make money from home being a motivational speaker,teaching the rest of us not to be stressed out about bills,enjoy life the way u are going about it now..♥️🙏🤗
Be encouraged 😊 I did the same thing. I bought a little house for 100% cash. The foundation was crumbling, the roof leaked and the living room and bedroom ceilings were ruined, the gas line needed replaced, the electricity needed to be upgraded, the roaches/ spiders were plentiful and HUGE, the carpet was FILTHY, holes in the walls and a bed of snakes lived under my kitchen. I didn't have a working heating system or water heater. It was on the market for over a year. The neighbors were unfriendly. I knew my family wouldn't be in agreement so I bought it then told them about it. I lived the first winter in only one room as that was the only one I could afford to heat. I like you decided to never be in debt again through Dave Ramsey. I AM SOOO GLAD THAT GOD BLESSED ME WITH THIS HOUSE..I am slowly cash flowing the repairs..and I am learning patience...I also ignore the naysayers. Also I am learning to thank God for everything..my neighbors have mice..I don't because of the snakes.By the way they don't bother me.😂
Oh how that IS encouraging to me! Congratulations on being different and doing things the harder way. It’s not easy to do it debt free but just like your story and mine- it shows it can be done without being super well off or rich. ♥️ thank you SO much for sharing!
Im so glad i found your channel ❤ I was home with our 5 children and homeschooled and ran our household. All my children are living their lives now. But when my husband passed, that's when i had to learn the principles you're speaking about. I did that. Dont make a ton of money but am comfortable because of it and I'm content. Sorry for being so wordy, but it can be done. Even later in life.
I love what you discussed about recognizing the little joys because of radical frugality and simplicity. I feel similarly in my tiny apartment that keeps us out of debt (
If it works for you then dont worry about what others say. I personally need more space and comforts but it is well within our means. If it was not I would be willing to live differently. Ultimately each person/ family is different and has different means.
You are such a joy to watch and I'm so glad I found your channel. I can identify with your situation in some ways, although some of the details are different. I'm a single mother, and part of my decision to not have a mortgage was actually because I didn't have much of a choice. The rent on my apartment was about to go up, and I just didn't think it was worth it. I tried to get a mobile home, but was not approved for a loan without a big down payment, which I did not have. So I bought an old travel trailer with what little money I had saved. It has had so many issues, and sometimes I really miss the comforts I used to enjoy. But I remind myself that I live mortgage and rent free, which is something most people can't say. It will take a while to get this trailer fixed up, but with the help of my dad and brother, it will eventually be more comfortable. For now, I believe God is refining me with each struggle, because every time something is fixed, that thing that most people take for granted now feels like a luxury to my daughter and me. It is such a blessing to go without and then have it restored. You and your family are in my prayers. You are such an inspiration to me and to so many others.
I am a 95 year old woman who remembers the great depression of 28. It is interesting that the lifestyle you consider frugal would have been considered comfortable in those years. The intervening years of affluence have not been good for us. Changing back will be difficult but may save our souls.
Fascinating viewpoint, thanks for sharing! My aunts and mam were born in early sixties Ireland, daughters of a policeman. They had simple lives filled with modesty and kindness. All their kids (me and my cousins) had financially privileged upbringings; gadgets and holidays etc... but I think most of us feel unfulfilled in a way our parents didn't.
Thank you for answering some questions. I think it's wonderful that you're living a debt free life. It takes many people years to be able to achieve it. Do you have pictures of your home when you first saw it? I'd love to see the progress you're making or the ways you're making it work until you can fix it. Tell us about the area you're in. Are you in a town or outside a city? Sorry for all the questions, I guess I'm curious. Have either or both of your families visited yet? Okay that's enough, lol. Take care, Linda 🦋
From a biblical perspective, NONE of these earthly homes will be our "forever home" which is in our Father's house! (John 14:1-3) 🙏👰❤️ MARANATHA blessings abundant your way from Germany! (1 Timothy 6:8)
You guys are so amazing. I admire how you all are so steadfast in your choices and beliefs. We will be moving into the RV or tiny house life next year and I can't wait for the adventure & to see what we can accomplish! Thank you for sharing.
You are such an inspiration for a woman your age. I paid off my home prior to retiring. The more money you have the more problems you have. I downsized as my children are adults with children of their own. I am so happy and the freedom that comes with not having debt is wonderful. The life I live is intentional and it is the small things and minor experiences that mean the most. I highly recommend frugal living.
Life isn’t perfect…even for people who have a lot. Happiness does come and go. You are correct….our mindset is what makes us content and brings happiness and joyful fullness .Love,joy,peace,patience,kindness,goodness,faithfulness,gentleness,self control.❤️
Hello. Came over from homestead Tessie channel. Having fun seeing your recipes. Frugal is so important in these trying times. We bought a small home with an acre 2 yrs ago. I have hens for eggs and a garden. Thanks for sharing.
Are you going to do more cooking and family videos. I do believe that you showing young people mostly how to cook from scratch would be awesome because they truly DON'T KNOW HOW. Love the videos so far.
We have been in house for 4 years with cement floors with few mats.we live an hour from larger supermarket but work is 2 minutes away. Yes I love to hear birds in mornings too.
Thank you for sharing your home. Being joyful even when not happy is such great advice. My husband grew up in a radically frugal home, and he now believes to living the life he did not have. He eats the best and buys the best. How can this be avoided?
Fun to see a different perspective. Cannot be different from us. We have all the things and 600K+ of debts including a mortgage. We're happy like this. Whatever can give you peace.
I used to have that exact hutch behind you. It is Ethan Allen. I loved it! It had a matching table and 4 chairs. Bought it at an auction. We renovated our space and had to get rid of it. We gave it to my niece. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed it.
I just found your channel! We share the same values, so it’s wonderful to find you. I’: looking back at your channel history and it looks like you posted a single video a couple years ago, then nothing until a few months ago... did you remove videos, or have you really grown your channel to over 37,000 subscribers in just a few months?!
Thank you for sharing so opening about this topic! It is so inspiring to me and something I am striving to change in my own family. Could you possibly talk in a future video about how you set up your finances each month? Like how much goes to your expenses and how you decide on savings for things like future home renovations or retirement?
I just found your channel and am enjoying watching the videos. I am curious about your faith. You mentioned living in Utah before moving. Are you mormon? We are followers of Dave Ramsey's debt free teaching also. We are bs7 but are retired and in our 70s. You are so far ahead of 99.9% of people your age. Keep up the good work. You will change your children's lives by living debt free. I wish I'd heard of Dave Ramsey 50 yrs ago. I'll look forward to watching your future posts.
No, we are not Mormons. We are reformed Presbyterian but ultimately it just means we are Bible believing Christians. ☺️ congratulations on making it to bs7! That is such an accomplishment ♥️
1 Timothy 6:6 KJV But godliness with contentment is great gain. 1 Timothy 6:7-8 KJV For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. [8] And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. Amen!
Would you be ok with showing the things in your home that you need to work on? I would completely understand if you don’t want to show the entire world your home but if you could, that would be helpful with your message. Also, your message is beautiful and you are serving as an excellent example.
I think all the time about if we moved to a house with no tankless water heater. How ridiculous! I use it when the kids get sick to give them 20 minute steam showers. All 6 of the people who live here can shower within minutes of each other. We have hot water for dishes whenever needed….I think of what an adjustment it would be to have a regular water heater. And what an adjustment it would be to not have one for weeks or months!
I don’t think that this is radically frugal. It’s a way to build a life one brick at a time. If one goes into debt to have a home and vehicle, the operating budget is much smaller thus debt is a burden. Getting rid of a debt burden as quickly as possible is only sensible. Living below one’s means is logical. A mortgage can be paid off in 7 years and perhaps that is the answer for some. This is an amazing story and I certainly commend this family for their unique approach. This young woman is delightful and tells us the structure from which their decisions are made. Goals, structure, planning . . . That’s how people who are thoughtful can move through life in a way that brings security, comfort, and joy but one must be bold to move forward and expect challenges and set-backs along the way.
Just found your channel. You are very inspiring. I have been frugal all my life and we retired at 54, 8 years ago and are living a wonderful life , still frugal but we have more than enough. My question is, do you like the area you moved to?
We love where we’ve moved to. It took a while to get to understand the local atmosphere, but we are blessed with a tight knit church that fulfills all of our social needs. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful, which never hurts. 😊
Hi! I’m new to your channel and would love to hear more about your process in finding your home. I found you on Prepper Princess’s YT channel! I’ve learned a lot from her about frugality and now I’m looking forward to learning from you as a mom and wife about your journey.
Can you please speak to your dental care? This is often a budget sore spot for many trying to live frugal lives. You appear to have a perfect smile. What is your secret to such a white smile? Thank you!
Just found your channel. How do you handle emergencies? Do you have an emergency fund for housing issues and medical emergencies. With children come uncertainty -illness and accidents.
I have an honest question. If you have no mortgage how is it that you dont have a lot of excess cash? If my mortgage was paid it would be a massive boon.
Another question, How does radically frugal change the family tree, beyond being debt free? For eg. I know people who are radically frugal so that they can save Ns retire early, or so that they can give a lot of money away....but I've never heard od being radically frugal by choice unless of course the means are small enough to neccesitate that. Isn't it ok if people are frugal and well off?
This is another fantastic question. For us, it’s not about early retirement or even giving it away but rather building generational wealth for our children and their future generations. And we wish to do it in an honest way without stacking debts to make it happen. We also appreciate the knowledge and skills that can be taught with living a frugal life over an easier lifestyle ☺️
@TheProductiveHomemaker Are they home auction sites? Are there any free home auction sites? Unfortunately, I have never been able to figure this out, although I desperately want to retire into a lifestyle like yours.
Do you pay taxes? And how you looked for the land we also on the process to living off the grid but have no idea where to look for land is so many options and prices and land everywhere we just don’t want to mess up
@@TheProductiveHomemaker wow that’s awesome I guess Texas be expensive I stated paying $700 the first 2 years and now they want us paying $5000 because is “developing “ can you believe that and is a tiny lot not even an acre of land is why I’m looking it outside of Texas is cheaper because is ridiculous Thank you for your reply
So when your husband lost his job and you were pregnant how did you cover the birth of your baby? I’m alway curious on how debt free *young people* live..One couple I follow are debt free/mortgage free, own a home but decided to put it on the market and temporarily traveling , her husband lost his job so he gets unemployment instead of getting a job they are traveling and camping at different spots..she showed us her budget and she has 3-kids all 3 are on state insurance.. so they are living the dream of not having to worry about paying for things like healthcare when anyone knows 1-incident can cost $1000’s to $10,000’s of thousands of dollars..heck ..most people that do have health insurance e have HIGE deductibles into the $1000’s yearly. So I’m interested to know if you are on any public assistance.
Living debt free and being content is wonderful. I remember when I retired at 62 a coworker said to me that I must have millions and that’s why I’m retiring. I asked her if she had one of those fancy flat screen TVs hanging on her wall and she replied of course she did. I said that mine was a $5 used one from a yard sale and that is why I can retire.
As a lifelong WV resident, I think you will find that a lot of us 'hillbillies' are nice and helpful people. As John F. Kennedy once said, "The sun may not always shine in West Virginia, but the people always do."
Thanks for the tips! 💕
as a northern I find so many nice people in the south their just special kind of loving and accepting people with out judging their character by what they own or live in or drive.
i was born in WV and wish I could return.
Awww ❤❤❤ I hope I can meet some of those sunshiny people someday ❤
You and your family are the backbone of America. Also, you are beyond your years in how to make everythingbwork!
I like the way you said something like we can be joyful even when we aren't happy. My twin sister and best friend passed away within 18 months of each other and I struggle daily with the depression that has come with that. I recently found a small metal sign that reads, "If you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine. That's my new goal! 😃😃😃
Pls take care. What a hard burden to bear. Hope 2024 brings you some peace…
@@maurawhelan3530 Thanks. It means more than you even know, for I truly only hit on the highlights. It's been a rough couple of years not only for me, but so many people. That's why, I
have to start moving. I read a comment on another post that said something like grieving is like someone threw a heavy weighted blanket on you. At first it immobilizes you until you get used to it and can start to move again. You can't shake it off or crawl out from under but eventually God, in His mercy, strengthens us so that we can even attempt to take a step. I'm slowly starting to move again. It's still hard, even seems impossible some days but it is happening. 🌈🌈🌈
life is not easy, what matters is how we walk through the fire@@pippathomas5019 🔥
You have The most important job in the world! Love your values especially with raising your little ones. God Bless and keep on pushing through 🙏❤️
Thank you for watching! 💕
I’d like to see a home tour. Please don’t be afraid to show it. It will be great to watch the changes.
Wow, thank you for being so raw and truthful. I admire you. Donna❤
I so commend you and your family for how you are living. You and your hubby are light years ahead of so many young adults like you. They have no clue about being debt free and buckling down to get the things that really mean something. Half of all young girls don’t know how to cook. If they open a can or put something in the microwave, that’s home cooking. Keep going on the path your on and I see good things coming your way.
Thank you so much for your kind words ♥️
Not just young people, but many middle age and also seniors live on credit and are swimming in debt.
U are such a smart person,don't listen or worry about dumb people think they aren't payting ur bills,ur young and u can do this..u can make money from home being a motivational speaker,teaching the rest of us not to be stressed out about bills,enjoy life the way u are going about it now..♥️🙏🤗
Be encouraged 😊 I did the same thing. I bought a little house for 100% cash. The foundation was crumbling, the roof leaked and the living room and bedroom ceilings were ruined, the gas line needed replaced, the electricity needed to be upgraded, the roaches/ spiders were plentiful and HUGE, the carpet was FILTHY, holes in the walls and a bed of snakes lived under my kitchen. I didn't have a working heating system or water heater. It was on the market for over a year. The neighbors were unfriendly. I knew my family wouldn't be in agreement so I bought it then told them about it. I lived the first winter in only one room as that was the only one I could afford to heat.
I like you decided to never be in debt again through Dave Ramsey. I AM SOOO GLAD THAT GOD BLESSED ME WITH THIS HOUSE..I am slowly cash flowing the repairs..and I am learning patience...I also ignore the naysayers. Also I am learning to thank God for everything..my neighbors have mice..I don't because of the snakes.By the way they don't bother me.😂
Oh how that IS encouraging to me! Congratulations on being different and doing things the harder way. It’s not easy to do it debt free but just like your story and mine- it shows it can be done without being super well off or rich. ♥️ thank you SO much for sharing!
so long as the snakes aren't venomous i'd live with them, too. not having mice or RATS is a good thing.
Beautiful channel. You will never regret being debt free. It isn't easy, but you can rest well at the end of the day.
Agree ♥️
Im so glad i found your channel ❤
I was home with our 5 children and homeschooled and ran our household. All my children are living their lives now. But when my husband passed, that's when i had to learn the principles you're speaking about. I did that. Dont make a ton of money but am comfortable because of it and I'm content. Sorry for being so wordy, but it can be done. Even later in life.
I love what you discussed about recognizing the little joys because of radical frugality and simplicity. I feel similarly in my tiny apartment that keeps us out of debt (
It sounds like you are making an amazing choice for your family
@@misswillow9915 Thank you so much for the kind words! ♥️
If it works for you then dont worry about what others say. I personally need more space and comforts but it is well within our means. If it was not I would be willing to live differently. Ultimately each person/ family is different and has different means.
Your contentment with simple things is inspirational! ❤
I would love to see a home tour. It sounds like you have come a long way!
Maybe one day!
You are such a joy to watch and I'm so glad I found your channel. I can identify with your situation in some ways, although some of the details are different. I'm a single mother, and part of my decision to not have a mortgage was actually because I didn't have much of a choice. The rent on my apartment was about to go up, and I just didn't think it was worth it. I tried to get a mobile home, but was not approved for a loan without a big down payment, which I did not have. So I bought an old travel trailer with what little money I had saved. It has had so many issues, and sometimes I really miss the comforts I used to enjoy. But I remind myself that I live mortgage and rent free, which is something most people can't say. It will take a while to get this trailer fixed up, but with the help of my dad and brother, it will eventually be more comfortable. For now, I believe God is refining me with each struggle, because every time something is fixed, that thing that most people take for granted now feels like a luxury to my daughter and me. It is such a blessing to go without and then have it restored. You and your family are in my prayers. You are such an inspiration to me and to so many others.
I am a 95 year old woman who remembers the great depression of 28. It is interesting that the lifestyle you consider frugal would have been considered comfortable in those years. The intervening years of affluence have not been good for us. Changing back will be difficult but may save our souls.
Fascinating viewpoint, thanks for sharing! My aunts and mam were born in early sixties Ireland, daughters of a policeman. They had simple lives filled with modesty and kindness. All their kids (me and my cousins) had financially privileged upbringings; gadgets and holidays etc... but I think most of us feel unfulfilled in a way our parents didn't.
Thank you for answering some questions. I think it's wonderful that you're living a debt free life. It takes many people years to be able to achieve it. Do you have pictures of your home when you first saw it? I'd love to see the progress you're making or the ways you're making it work until you can fix it. Tell us about the area you're in. Are you in a town or outside a city? Sorry for all the questions, I guess I'm curious. Have either or both of your families visited yet? Okay that's enough, lol. Take care, Linda 🦋
Those are all good questions! I do plan on making a video to show those one of these days 😊thank you so much for watching Linda!
Don’t say you don’t work. You work very hard, you just don’t get a paycheck!
From a biblical perspective, NONE of these earthly homes will be our "forever home" which is in our Father's house! (John 14:1-3) 🙏👰❤️ MARANATHA blessings abundant your way from Germany! (1 Timothy 6:8)
You guys are so amazing. I admire how you all are so steadfast in your choices and beliefs. We will be moving into the RV or tiny house life next year and I can't wait for the adventure & to see what we can accomplish! Thank you for sharing.
You can do it! It’s an amazing adventure!
You are such an inspiration for a woman your age. I paid off my home prior to retiring. The more money you have the more problems you have. I downsized as my children are adults with children of their own. I am so happy and the freedom that comes with not having debt is wonderful. The life I live is intentional and it is the small things and minor experiences that mean the most. I highly recommend frugal living.
You are amazing. This is such an encouraging message.
God sending flowers to you thru your sweet daughter ❤.
I agree ♥️
Life isn’t perfect…even for people who have a lot. Happiness does come and go. You are correct….our mindset is what makes us content and brings happiness and joyful fullness .Love,joy,peace,patience,kindness,goodness,faithfulness,gentleness,self control.❤️
Yes ♥️
Hello. Came over from homestead Tessie channel. Having fun seeing your recipes. Frugal is so important in these trying times. We bought a small home with an acre 2 yrs ago. I have hens for eggs and a garden. Thanks for sharing.
Please keep making content! It’s so inspiring ❤
You are so kind! I’m glad you’re here!
Are you going to do more cooking and family videos. I do believe that you showing young people mostly how to cook from scratch would be awesome because they truly DON'T KNOW HOW. Love the videos so far.
Yes. I plan on expanding on cooking and how to do it frugally but nutritionally sound. Thank you for being here 💕
We have been in house for 4 years with cement floors with few mats.we live an hour from larger supermarket but work is 2 minutes away. Yes I love to hear birds in mornings too.
Bless you… many people are going to be joining you in frugality…. only it won’t be voluntary…
I’m afraid that may happen in the future 😓
No debt is KEY!! We are debt free, my husband is retired, he took on a part time job for extra money so he doesn't have to tap into 401k
Congratulations on such an accomplishment!!!
Thank you for sharing your home. Being joyful even when not happy is such great advice. My husband grew up in a radically frugal home, and he now believes to living the life he did not have. He eats the best and buys the best. How can this be avoided?
No air conditioning! Good for you for choosing joy over being uncomfortable! 🌸🌸🌸
Praise God for you! How inspiring 🙏🏼
Thank you so much! We are truly blessed ♥️
I'm from WV and will never move back for various reasons, however, its nice to hear that you're enjoying my home state. Thank yiu for sharing!!
Fun to see a different perspective. Cannot be different from us. We have all the things and 600K+ of debts including a mortgage. We're happy like this. Whatever can give you peace.
I just found your page, Iove it, can't wait to watch and lurn more. In today's world you can teach us so much
You guy's are doing the right thing, happiness does not come from a big new car.
Do you have any before and after pictures of your home that you could share?
I used to have that exact hutch behind you. It is Ethan Allen. I loved it! It had a matching table and 4 chairs. Bought it at an auction. We renovated our space and had to get rid of it. We gave it to my niece. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed it.
A fellow Ethan Allen lover 🥹 it’s my prized piece of furniture! There’s a dining table set??! I had no idea!!
@@TheProductiveHomemakerThere is a table.We grew up with the entire set in our dining room ❤ We had the one that opened and you could extend it.
I just found your channel! We share the same values, so it’s wonderful to find you. I’: looking back at your channel history and it looks like you posted a single video a couple years ago, then nothing until a few months ago... did you remove videos, or have you really grown your channel to over 37,000 subscribers in just a few months?!
Thank you for sharing so opening about this topic! It is so inspiring to me and something I am striving to change in my own family. Could you possibly talk in a future video about how you set up your finances each month? Like how much goes to your expenses and how you decide on savings for things like future home renovations or retirement?
Yeah, I’d probably be able to do that 😊
I am so impressed! God bless you!
I just found your channel and am enjoying watching the videos. I am curious about your faith. You mentioned living in Utah before moving. Are you mormon? We are followers of Dave Ramsey's debt free teaching also. We are bs7 but are retired and in our 70s. You are so far ahead of 99.9% of people your age. Keep up the good work. You will change your children's lives by living debt free. I wish I'd heard of Dave Ramsey 50 yrs ago. I'll look forward to watching your future posts.
No, we are not Mormons. We are reformed Presbyterian but ultimately it just means we are Bible believing Christians. ☺️ congratulations on making it to bs7! That is such an accomplishment ♥️
You are so blessed to have a spouse that is in agreement with your goals therefore you are stronger together ❤ How did you find your home.
You do work! You take care of your kids and home :)
Yes! Very hard 😊 though it’s so much better than going in to an office everyday in my opinion!
1 Timothy 6:6 KJV
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
1 Timothy 6:7-8 KJV
For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. [8] And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
Amen!
Would you be ok with showing the things in your home that you need to work on? I would completely understand if you don’t want to show the entire world your home but if you could, that would be helpful with your message.
Also, your message is beautiful and you are serving as an excellent example.
Will you be making renovation videos? Plus a tour?😊
That's the plan!
Our county has a recycling center where you can get free paint ,cleaning products and numerous other items , check it out! Good luck.
Very inspiring THANKS for sharing!!
You are so welcome! Thanks for being here 💕
I think all the time about if we moved to a house with no tankless water heater. How ridiculous! I use it when the kids get sick to give them 20 minute steam showers. All 6 of the people who live here can shower within minutes of each other. We have hot water for dishes whenever needed….I think of what an adjustment it would be to have a regular water heater. And what an adjustment it would be to not have one for weeks or months!
Definitely an adjustment, but made us thankful for when we did get it!
I don’t think that this is radically frugal. It’s a way to build a life one brick at a time. If one goes into debt to have a home and vehicle, the operating budget is much smaller thus debt is a burden. Getting rid of a debt burden as quickly as possible is only sensible. Living below one’s means is logical. A mortgage can be paid off in 7 years and perhaps that is the answer for some. This is an amazing story and I certainly commend this family for their unique approach. This young woman is delightful and tells us the structure from which their decisions are made. Goals, structure, planning . . . That’s how people who are thoughtful can move through life in a way that brings security, comfort, and joy but one must be bold to move forward and expect challenges and set-backs along the way.
Wow amazing
Thank you! Cheers!
It’s your life you do whatever is best for you
interesting !
Bravo!!!!❤❤❤❤
Yes yes yes, every day little things
I would give up my dishwasher to be mortgage free. Laundry is questionable though. 😅
Another stellar video! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it! ♥️
🙋🏼♀️🇦🇺
I would love a tour of your home!
Just found your channel. Love your video! From NC
Welcome to my little corner here, I’m glad to have you ♥️
Just found your channel. You are very inspiring. I have been frugal all my life and we retired at 54, 8 years ago and are living a wonderful life , still frugal but we have more than enough. My question is, do you like the area you moved to?
We love where we’ve moved to. It took a while to get to understand the local atmosphere, but we are blessed with a tight knit church that fulfills all of our social needs. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful, which never hurts. 😊
Thanks!
Hi! I’m new to your channel and would love to hear more about your process in finding your home. I found you on Prepper Princess’s YT channel! I’ve learned a lot from her about frugality and now I’m looking forward to learning from you as a mom and wife about your journey.
Welcome!! Yes, that is something I plan on talking more about in the future 💕
mortgage free is the way to be!!! naysayers can keep their debt.
Can you please speak to your dental care? This is often a budget sore spot for many trying to live frugal lives. You appear to have a perfect smile. What is your secret to such a white smile? Thank you!
Just found your channel. How do you handle emergencies? Do you have an emergency fund for housing issues and medical emergencies. With children come uncertainty -illness and accidents.
I have an honest question. If you have no mortgage how is it that you dont have a lot of excess cash? If my mortgage was paid it would be a massive boon.
Great question- we still don’t make a ton of money ☺️
Ok that makes sense. One day! My husband has had the same job now for 17 years but the pay has sure improved over those years.@@TheProductiveHomemaker
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I want a home tour. Show before and after pics
Maybe one day 😊
Does your husband do all of the repair work?
Another question, How does radically frugal change the family tree, beyond being debt free? For eg. I know people who are radically frugal so that they can save Ns retire early, or so that they can give a lot of money away....but I've never heard od being radically frugal by choice unless of course the means are small enough to neccesitate that. Isn't it ok if people are frugal and well off?
This is another fantastic question. For us, it’s not about early retirement or even giving it away but rather building generational wealth for our children and their future generations. And we wish to do it in an honest way without stacking debts to make it happen. We also appreciate the knowledge and skills that can be taught with living a frugal life over an easier lifestyle ☺️
Ok that makes sense. I was under the impression you did not want to build wealth . My mistake!
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How much did the renovations cost?
Your audio is difficult to hear/understand in this particular video
How did you make a living before moving here
I would like to know about where you got the house what auction website?
It was just one of many auction sites for the state of West Virginia. A google search of auction companies in your state should bring them up :)
@TheProductiveHomemaker Are they home auction sites? Are there any free home auction sites?
Unfortunately, I have never been able to figure this out, although I desperately want to retire into a lifestyle like yours.
I didn't see you say where you are from. Is it California?
No, we aren’t from California.
Do you pay taxes? And how you looked for the land we also on the process to living off the grid but have no idea where to look for land is so many options and prices and land everywhere we just don’t want to mess up
We do. Our yearly taxes are under $400 a year, so very minimal.
@@TheProductiveHomemaker wow that’s awesome I guess Texas be expensive I stated paying $700 the first 2 years and now they want us paying $5000 because is “developing “ can you believe that and is a tiny lot not even an acre of land is why I’m looking it outside of Texas is cheaper because is ridiculous
Thank you for your reply
@@merliandkarlagarciaramos yikes! Yeah, there’s definitely cheaper states than TX!
So when your husband lost his job and you were pregnant how did you cover the birth of your baby? I’m alway curious on how debt free *young people* live..One couple I follow are debt free/mortgage free, own a home but decided to put it on the market and temporarily traveling , her husband lost his job so he gets unemployment instead of getting a job they are traveling and camping at different spots..she showed us her budget and she has 3-kids all 3 are on state insurance.. so they are living the dream of not having to worry about paying for things like healthcare when anyone knows 1-incident can cost $1000’s to $10,000’s of thousands of dollars..heck ..most people that do have health insurance e have HIGE deductibles into the $1000’s yearly. So I’m interested to know if you are on any public assistance.
We paid for our children’s births in cash as we had home births. 😄