Why Do You Save So Much
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- čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
- I often get asked why I save so much? Maybe I like Money A LOT?
Certain it has utility but I shall prove that it isn't my first priority.
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I am a middle aged retired single man. I have money and saved all of my life so I can give the finger and walk away from anyone I don’t like. I like freedom, and the freedom I have now is far greater than the joy that consumer items could have ever given me.
If people ask you "Do you like money?", tell them "Yes, that's why I don't get rid of it as soon as I get it" =P
It's only becoming your money when you spend it.
That's not true. Your point of view is that money is only a commodity that needs to be traded away for things of value, rather than an asset that can work for you. CreditShifu did a great job talking about this in his vid: czcams.com/video/eSyc3VV6ZFw/video.html
Rishab Gangopadhyay genius reply
I tell them " I save money to buy my freedom ".
Agreed. Make sense. I think many people still don't get that mentality of saving money. Saving money doesn't mean cheap. Saving money is spending less with max. value.
I have an iPhone 4s a 2004 car, but plenty of money in the bank!
Me too. 03 suburban. Paid for in cash. And I buy used clothes. Goodwill has brand name shit, real cheap. I do buy lots of silver bullion!!!!
Solid Boss Man! These people flashing like they have dough but really are broke don't impress me. You and I realize the concept of putting our money to work.
I am very similar. 02 car, used clothes, and investing a portion in silver. Also very old cell phone.
Aloha State of Mind ayyyyeeee🔥 Living your best life
Aloha State of Mind iphone 4s? Please tell me youre kidding. You can upgrade man like you said you have so much money in the bank it will cost you
Wish I could meet people with your mindset. Everyone I come across loves things and want nothing more than to keep up with the Jones. And then make me feel like a freak for not buying crap. Keep up the good work!
Two Thousand variety is the spice of life. Encourage them to buy another house/yacht/BMW in your name next time ;)
You can. I am trying to setup gatherings through my website fishcent. When I have gatherings in various cities, people who come DO have this type of mindset and it's a great meeting.
Yeah, I only know people like us online. I never see them in real life!
Don't sweat people making fun of your minimalistic lifestyle... Chances are they are jealous of it and are afraid to make drastic changes.
Realistically, there probably is a bit of that. But I think mostly it's not being like everyone else. If you stick out then you are prone to get made fun of.
@@BeatTheBush definitely! It's bred into us to notice differences like this. So from an optimist point of view their actions stem from curiosity 😁. I have grown to love living the "outcast" role, though it's harder to find friends with similar ideals.
They covet his stuffed friends - they are sweet!
@@BeatTheBush they may make fun of your non name brand products that they have but what do you have that they dont.....MONEY and not drowning in DEBT like the majority of people!!
Anti consumerism is great. Less clutter in the house and less crap to throw which means you are environmentally friendly. Cholesterol is not the enemy. Processed foods and trans fats is. Enjoy those scallops. I love your channel.
yes, please,
cholesterol is definitely the enemy. the data shows this.
I find joy in saving/investing...I love watching it build and build😏I don’t have to depend on banks or others for loans...it’s cool when you can be your own bank😎
Banks always wants you to borrow money. It becomes ridiculous when you don't even want it and those mailing comes year after year.
So, you're watching your investments grow but at the same time you're dipping in. Not a great strategy.
bitTorrenter , haven’t dipped in yet but if need be I don’t have to depend on banks or others...cash flow is very good right now 😎
@@713skywalker As long as that cash flow you're referring to is generous dividends that you haven't reinvested. I assume we're talking about shares. And even then you'd have to own a ton of shares to generate enough income to cover the average salary.
What most people never realize is that most "good things" come to an end and spend like crazy because another paycheck is coming next week. One example is the prosperity of Detroit that no one thought would end. Look at it now. Save your money because it "buys" choice in good times and bad. I drive a 25 year old car because I chose to, not because I have to. I live in an old house, fully paid for 20 years ago with a property tax of $600/year. Seek peace of mind.
Goals !!!
My car doesn’t match my holdings at all. It’s just something that gets me around. I make sure it’s well taken care of and hope they last 15-20 years.
I have an 85 Toyota Corolla hatchback, whenever I decide to sell it I'm gonna make some really good money, (20 to 30 years later) invest in a car you know will return your money plus more, even if it is old.
Great video. I feel the same way. I don't even want stuff anymore. Time is my most precious posession.
=D Exactly. Always interested to know what people like to do if they have a week of no work and not 'vacationing'
i've been subscribed to your channel for a little while now, and i must say i really enjoy your content. it's nice to see someone who reaffirms the ideals and financial sense that my parents instilled in me at a young age. keep up the great work!
My wife and I had a huge shift in lifestyle 5 years ago. You are making me rethink things we are still doing. We sold our nicer home, and bought an older and smaller home. We are in home renovation work, so were able to remodel the house over the past several years...with cash. We got rid of ALL credit cards. Dont even own one today. Sold the new cars....today we own a 2003 accord that looks and runs great, and also a 2013 tundra for the business. We cut cable and movie channels. Only thing we kept was internet service. Sold our large screen tvs....got rid of dvrs...etc. Electronics aren’t necessary like we have been led to believe, and they are a complete waste of income resources. We simplified our wardrobes. Lots of changes....but Im learning from your experience and can appreciate the direction you are going
Some might even think this is like becoming a monk. I think of it as a shortcut and not doing unnecessary things that keeps you from what matters to you most. This is rather than what marketing wants you to matter to you.
I'm becoming more conscious with my spending since I'm subscribed to your channel. Thank you
Great stuff. When you put it into practice you actually become more grateful for what you have and it makes you wait even longer to get new things.
I love your positive attitude. I use things until they fall apart. I take good care of what I have.
Ahhh, the great feeling you get when you did your part to fully use a thing to the bones.
I just watched this video after calling your stove a disaster in another . Now I feel bad!! It's true different strokes for different folks. Merry Christmas
I save so I have more for my family. 🙂
Give money to parents - yes, but not to others. They can earn their own money.
A very worthy goal.
Not sure if I agree with that. Unfortunately, not everyone is in the position to earn their own money. My family, for example, extends further than just my parents. I have a grandma, uncles, aunts, cousins, a sibling, all of whom I am happy to give money to in time of need.
Nice
What if you didnt have a family, then what? Of course you'd save some but how much and why?
It’s great that you’re comfortable with yourself. Peer pressure and the need to fit in is suffocating but many people are eager to impress. We seem to have a lot in common and I enjoy your vids. Thanks
Thank you! =D
This comment is to inform you that your videos have made an impact.
You, and a few other experienced have transitioned my life into gearing towards my future and it makes me enjoy my life more now by engaging what I have available for myself financially, AFTER I first apply my finances towards a livable retirement.
Thank you BTB!!
I had the iphone 4 until last year's black Friday, I upgraded to the Iphone SE. Works great. I drive a 2003 car and love it. I do struggle with makeup and spending in that area, but I'm working on it.
I love what u do, say n how u do it&what ur trying to help us with..I admire u soooo much.. I wish u the best in all that u do..ur amazing!
The more I watch, the more attraction your videos to me. I can't stop myself from watching. I appreciate you for sharing info abt the saving and spending aspects. I learn so much in your videos
Whoa! Cool! I have no knowledge on how to make addictive videos. But I’m glad you’re watching!
Completely agree with your way of thinking. Time is our most precious resource. Reminds me of George Carlin speaking of American's most favorite pastime ~ buying things. Buying things they don't need with money they don't have. Thank God for people like that though because it's the engine of our economy.
Awesome gimbal! Love it! Keep up the good work!!!
All kinds of studies have been done that prove that after the basics, food, clothing and shelter, more $ doesn't do anything for your happiness. A really good movie to watch is "Happiness" on Amazon. They can measure the feel good chemicals in the brain and determine who is the happiest. It's NOT who you would think. So glad I found your channel. I always learn something and it also validates things I already knew.
Totally true.. Been pretty much replacing my closet with black and gray tee shirts as well...
I totally get what you're saying! People always think I don't spend on anything or do anything fun ever lol, but the truth is I'm just super deliberate with my money and I actually feel quite more indulgent than other people. The goal of my money is freedom and time to pursue things I really want to do!
Deprivation and delayed gratification is #1 rule in finance hold on to what u have. Temptation sets in when u see your account accumulate saving is hard because money was meant to spend but not spending your money overtime will build even a nickle at a time
Short Change yes, I completely agree. I'm a natural saver and people call me cheap however I feel happier saving then spending.
You are my favorite you tuber! I binge watch all the videos. Really inspiring!
Thank you and all your support! =D
BTB, I am super frugal like you, but I'm not even sure if the iPhone 5 even gets updates anymore. At the very least, you can buy a used iPhone SE or iPhone 6 for around $100. Used electronics are usually pretty good value. In general, electronics depreciate so fast that getting something 2 - 4 years old is a good buy in my opinion.
cost/use is so important, friends laughing at me why I have 300$ headphones and I'm like: been using them for 4-5 hours daily in the last 3 months, although I don't have a TV in my house just because I watch movies/tv series on my pc monitor, I like to think I'm pretty financially responsible, as long as I can buy expensive things that I care about and my net worth is increasing, I'm happy.
I think you still have to prove the $300 headphones is worth it by using it for 5 years because a $30 pair of headphone will last 3 months as well. Or even 1 year.
It's hard to say. But then the enjoyment you get from superior sound means you are willing to pay a premium for cost-per-use.
@@BeatTheBush Unfortunately hobbies sometimes don't make financial sense. For instance I had $50 speakers and now I have $500 speakers but the enjoyment of sound and the way music is listened to is completely different.
Honestly I wish I didn't have to pay so much for music equipment but the experience and enjoyement is different when comparing a 20 dollar stereo to a $800 stereo.
.... I will say I have gotten lucky at goodwill and found some vintage equipment that works but it's hit or miss on how long it works for....
It's called VALUE!
Sennheiser HD8 DJ got them on release date for $429.99 CAD, 4 1/2 yrs later, still amazing. If I broke them today I would buy the exact same pair that's how much I love them. My excuse for spending "extra" is I'd rather spend more and get something that not only is a superior product in terms of performance/quality but also longevity.
BeatTheBush If they were Sennheiser headphones it was probably worth it :-P
I love your channel. I think youre awesome! Keep up the good work
I love this! and the fact that you screen share with half your Pokemon collection elevates it.
i love kitchen electronics because they bring me immense joy, have a low cost per use overtime, and help me make yummy healthy meals at home
My aunt has lived this same lifestyle for as long as I can remember. It’s funny because I used to say how can you live without this or that. I never really understood her reasoning. But now that I’m on my debt free journey I can understand her and of course where you are coming from.
It's true. By being content and simple on your needs sometimes you can find who are your friends are. I still use I Phone 5. I am not planning to change it soon. If it's not usable anymore then I will do.
As Jocko Wilink would say, _"Discipline equals Freedom"_
Freedom... most have not tasted it it seems.
Beat the Bus, Great job! For brand new movies, I go a $5 nice, clean, modern theater in Orange County, Ca, I saw Captain Marvel the first day it came out. I, also, for the last 10 years been frugal.
I only buy what I REALLY need.
Nice! Somehow, I do not even have an urge to go to a big theater. I do have surround sound at home already.
I like this vid, it answers some questions I had when I watched the last vid.
Tbh i dont think you need to make 4k videos. The information is just the same. After 1080p60 anything else doesn't really make a justifiable difference for your type of videos.
Ro Har i Watch It on a phone - man not even my PCs monitor supports such a resolution
Your outlook is very positive and inspiring!
A very inspirational video and it's fantastic to see how you live so frugally. Love it :-)
Thanks! =D
Great to be back.The best in 2019.
Hey i have that same jacket. Really good jacket when fall comes around i think i have that jacket some where in my storage containers.
I wore a nice dress shirt for 17 years before it finally started to come apart. It was one I ordered through the mail too!!
Nice! Wow... that's a really long time.
GOOD TOOLS- a reasonably price quality mechanical tool I've recently found is Tekton Tools ( i have no affiliation,just like tools). They are sold online only, I believe. They have a great warranty where you send them a pic of the broken tool and they send you a new one. They are made in Taiwan which I find vastly better in quality and precision than Chinese made tools. Best deal around. A lot of Kobalt tools are made in Taiwan and better than Husky but try to make a warranty claim on a single wrench from a set. The store gets very confused.
I just lost My Ray-Ban glasses at the beach 😂, so when You mentioned about the glasses it reminded Me about how much it hurt to lose them 😂 . I usually don't like to spend that much on glasses either, I had gotten a good deal on them on Black Friday.
I had this pair I liked and it was free. I wasn't too happy losing them also. lol.
I have come to realize that most people around me to do not have common sense when it comes to money and being financially responsible with their spending. That's why I love you and your channel! Almost everything I own is second hand or bought used. I choose to spend my money on high quality food for my health. I'm surviving on less than $20k/year in Hawaii and I still am able to save and contribute to my Roth IRA. You are absolutely right when you said it simply takes a shift in financial thinking, which is easier aid than done for a lot of people apparently.
I am impressed that you are able to live on that amount of money plus save in Hawaii. Good for you. ( : I understand the cost of living there is very high. Buying used is the way to go. I do this also, but not 100%. I would say 80%. I buy my shoes, and bedsheets new. You are wise to choose to spend your money on high quality food.
Great topic today. It always amazes me how employees don't mind taking crap from the boss and how much money would they give up not to have to answer to anyone. I must have had way worse bosses than the average.
Enjoy your videos very much. Thank you.🙂
The way I see it, is that the money I have earned is a representation of the time I have spent earning it. So the money i saved holds great value to me in the way that time holds great value to me. So whenever I buy something I convert it back in to time and determine that way, if it is worth the price. For example a product of around 60 euro's (70dollars) would be about around 7 hours of work (minimumwage (nl) example (not my actual wage)). Then I ask myself if I would be willing to work that amount of time for said product. I think minimum wage is great way to determin "worth" of something according to society.
Very very interesting analogy
i follow the exact same guide. works really well, too.
I once visited a friend who showed me a tour of their home and how many thousands he had spent on his furniture and all i was thinking was but hes got nothing that i dont have except mine cost very little as its all second hand or donated what an absolute waste of his money and the funny thing was he was so proud of it
Beatthebush - "What I've learned" has a very interesting health channel I think you would like. His video on Cholesterol being a dietary necessity is pretty neat!
We have a friend who used to walk around in old pair of sneakers, he didn't buy a new pair until he had to go to the doc for foot pain. He had the money but he did not want to spend it. As long as you are not compromising health, go right ahead and save.
We have to replace our old HVAC system this Fall, I don't want to spend money but freezing in the Winter isn't a good alternative either. Any thoughts on saving HVAC systems?
I take the bus to work at times, fast for work and eat at home and live frugally, utilize credit cards for purchases I need to make and get points in exchange for free travel. This is the way lol
After becoming an uni student in Japan and a father of a five months old boy has taught me to be frugal !
Or rather, did it force you to become frugal?
BeatTheBush yeah. It actually did !
Btw, I like being frugal, coz it has taught me that is possible to live comfortably spending less. Thanks to the struggles I faced in the last three years made me stronger and smarter in some ways. I’ll definitely will be paying off college debt and investing a portion of my income in the future in order to increase my living standard as well of my family’s.
Why do ppl go to Japan for a wife
Nikolai Dante I didn’t come to Japan for a wife. In fact, I’ve never thought I’d marry someone from here!
@@hatadani90 sure buddy. Alot of ppl are doing what you've done though it's no coincidence.
I strive for this kind of disconnect from spending norms. I however live cooking🤣 I'm always buying ingredients for something.
Oh hey, LOLcat's back! Hi LOLcat! I think I'm too late to be first and win the prize, but Couch Community are Snorelax, Honey Badger, LOLcat, Peas, T-Rex, and IceBat, and it looks like Steak is missing today.
About spending on enormous TVs: there's one highrise apartment building in my neighborhood and the people on the higher floors often forget to draw their curtains. On a recent walk around it, I noticed that some of the TVs people on the higher floors have are so big that from the street, I can watch TV with them through their windows. When your TV is so huge that people 20 floors down and a hundred meters away can watch it with you, it's Too. Darn. Big!!
You are not that far behind actually. Perhaps 3rd. You would've gotten it. Perfect caps, order, and even steak!
It seems more so than ever a large TV shouldn't be a common item to have. I haven't turned mine on for months!
Why people think you sacrifice too much is because a large part of society is becoming less inclined to practice MODERATION.
Always love your videos. İt is like watching myslef talking lol
Lol... it's good to have people that think alike. =D
Icebat, the peas (in a pod lol), trex (I don't see his food- the steak!) Lolcat, snorlax and I think I see your homey badger stuffed animal
I dont want to tell people how to live but I feel we would be a lot happier if we spent more time complimenting others vs critisizing and questioning their ways. If someome wants to save money and eat one cookie a day- then awesome! That has no affect on me. I've been doing a challenge with myself to give 3 compliments by noon. We both share a smile that way and my day becomes a little bit better. :)
Agreed. I want to add... not just surface compliments. Something you truly think is true rather than flattery.
Your videos are always satisfying!
Thank you!
For car repairs, totally unexpected expenses, home repairs, anything outside of normal monthly bills. Then separate savings for retirement.
That vanilla wafer explanation was very epicurean!
I recently sold my iPhone x and bought an Android Galaxy Note5 (this phone is a few years old) for under $100. I also switched my service provider from Verizon to MintMobile. So, I went from paying a total of $140/mo (including phone payment and Verizon service) to just $15/mo. It feels so good to optimize expenses.
after your answer, algorithms brought me to the literal one haha. thanks for taking the time to answer tho :)
Your thought process shows how you grew up and the area of influence you live in. Anyone who grew up poor, or is a singal parent already lives like this! Your lucky
Prolonged pain transcends to pleasure. Great job!
The cookie example was so cute! Hahah
I like his mentality of being monk lifestyle in a spending culture society. Some industries and products are engineered to get people addicted to certain things they keep using and buying for no true reason. One big example is tobacco and sugary soft drinks. I don't smoke. I quit consuming soda more than 10 years ago. But I still like to have coffee everyday. Buying coffee beans cost me about $180/yr. Starbucks coffee (tall size) every day would cost $700/yr
I've started to convince myself that I don't really need to buy anything except for groceries and paying rent/utility expenses. I work 12-14 hours a day and am also provided breakfast and lunch so expenses are extremely low. I feel like most of my money is useless... I could buy cool stuff but I wouldn't have any time to use it anyway. I could save/invest until the day I die but what's the fun in saving something you'll never use?
Use a little bit of it. Take 10% of what you save every month and spend it in the thing you like most. You need to work less if you don't need the money. Use that time for more important things.
Not trying to pressure you into updating your kitchen but I think it would be fun to watch videos of you DIY updating your kitchen while spending very little on it! I'm thinking about repainting my kitchen cabinets but haven't reached early retirement yet so there's no time on my hands at the moment haha
What matters more is my health. After I have that set then I'll think about it. The look of a kitchen matters little to me.
That makes sense! Hope your health is recovering quickly!
Yes, once you stop caring about impressing people who are not actually worthy of being impressed, it quite soon turns out that you already have Enough.
I keep hearing arguments that 4K resolution isn't worth the money because unless you are watching on a big big tv, you cannot see the difference.
keep these awesome videos coming!
Yup. Rule of thumb is you need to be sitting less than 1.5x the diagonal of the screen to start to see the difference. Optimal is about 1x the size of the screen.
For normal viewing distance of 6-8', I means you should get 75" or larger if you want to see 4k quality.
Delayed gratification and patience is the key to financial independence. We must resist the consumerism that is plaguing our society.
Think not even delayed. Think... not even wanting it at all. That is even better. =D
You're at the top of your game in this video. Thank you. Maybe instead you should discuss why most people feel the need to be so consumerist and how it didn't used to be like this...
one thing I can't give up is the "movie experience". It's my way to relax and get out of the house for a bit. Thank god for Sinemia!!
Everybody needs an outlet. It's great to see a good movie once in a while.
Basically, don't buy anything just to show it off or things that don't give you significant additional value. Follow that will save you tons of money and only buy things that will last and provides value
I love the cookie example 👍🏼
T-Rex, Icebat, snorlax, peas, honey badger, and Lolcat!!
Left to right: Snorlax, honey badger, lolcat, peas, t-Rex, and ice-bat (where’s steak??)
@Joseph Lee, You DID IT! CONGRATS! Snorlax, Honey Badger, Lolcat, Peas, T-Rex, Icebat are the proper way with caps and dashes. At least how I write them. Please use the email on the 'about' tab of this channel to contact me to claim your prize.
That was not a requirement when I announced the game in the video. Also, ordering is not a requirement. Mentioning Steak was not a requirement.
Where is that T-bone steak?
I thought these were lyrics to the new eminem song.
You’ve definitely have influenced my lifestyle change...people think I’m crazy too
If we spend like everybody, we will work like everybody too.
My kitchen works just fine. I love that.
Loved this video!
thank you beatthebush!
You sound so much like me lol.
Consumerism and materialism is devoid of any meaning, it's rife nowadays, but I reject it and I'm happy I work less (more time for myself + family) but still have some money for when I actually need it.
I am nineteen at the moment, and I wholeheartedly believe that my generation is going to one of the best when it comes to saving. Personally, I save a lot, and am investing. It is hard to justify the price of commodities in today's economy, along with the price of housing. It is even harder to justify credit cards with their extremely high interest. I realized that it is much better to save and live modestly, thanking myself down the road. Of course, this can indirectly hurt the economy...
Greg I think the economy will adapt and change slightly though their are some things we splurge on
I would say that I agree with every point you made except for not upgrading your editing rig, the time spent even just waiting for ~0.1 of a second when scrubbing through a timeline adds up so much while editing that the $/time goes down very fast if you regularly edit in 4k. I'd say if you have the budget for it I would definitely shell out for not an entirely new rig but you could easily make minor upgrades to your pc and sell off old parts on craigslist/ebay to help fund the upgrade at a lower cost.
You know I did not think of that he mentions time is the most valuable thing but a better editing rig would reduce his time producing videos. He did however mention he would consider investing in it later.
I haven't been to a movie theatre since 2009 and I don't miss it at all.
You beat me there. I think I went to one last year. Might be Star Wars?
My philosophy is to make as much money as you can, save and invest early in life, so you can enjoy later and spend only the interests instead of spending the capital.
Thumbs up for keeping things minimized. I also have made big changes in my life. We have become a nation of consumers, wanting everything now, regardless of the consequences and never saving or planning for a rainy day.
=D
I should've watched more of your videos. I think they're peas, t-rex, and bat but snorlax is the only thing i recognize on the table lol
icebat and not bat. lolcat is the pink cat. honey badger is just honey badger.
Good video as always, and good luck with the giveaway thing people!
=D This is a fast response but no names of the characters?
You are looking very good, are you feeling better now?
I like your haircut/hairstyle 😉👍
thanks for sharing!!
Cool idea with the cookie treat per day. I have a similar treat set up only it is a small chocolate.
More power to both of you. I do not have THAT kind of willpower. Wish I did. I do however, have the willpower not to buy those goodies at the market.
@@patriciafisher3108 I think of it like controlled indulgence. If I eat the one small chocolate, I know I wont crack later and buy multiple candy bars at one time. Plus, now I can only handle a smaller amount. I feel sick trying to eat an entire candy bar.
My fone is from the late 2012 - spring 2013.
Don't forget, that there are so many things out there that we can enjoy and not pay full price for. Buying second hand has lost its stigma and we are doing a good deed by reusing these items.
Great videos man keep up the great content. Would love to hear about your engineering background and if you've explored ways of making money with that skillset on your own (build your own product service), instead of working for a corporation. Not sure if you've done a video on that :)
Having a lot of savings gives yous freedom, and freedom from worry. What if you get laid off? No problem. Take a vaca
I seem to be a bit like you, BTB! I have virtually a minimum wage job. Yet I still manage to save almost 50% without feeling too deprived.