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Pre cooked food at the grocery store can help with the food. It’s cheaper than going out and you don’t have to cook!

I am so annoyed by people saying you should get a cheaper apartment 🙄... I am so annoyed by that mindset. Why instead cnt we change such mindsets with "You should build more income streams" why do we have a downgrade mindset? Why Why Why?

Stick with MTN. The internet coverage is probably the best. Rain is said to have terrible coverage, however since you're in a central metro, maybe that won't be a problem

It’s time to learn how to boil or steam your veggies anything else okay can order… love lots ❤️

Would love to see what the neighborhoods look like. How about doing some walking tours around showing what life is like during the daylight. Thanks.

Insure you have medical insurance or as we would call it here medical aid a very important thing you don't want to be in a public hospital!

Your budget in Johannesburg is definitely lower than the other cities you've gone to. It's possible to reduce it by at least R7000 though if you opt for a cheaper apartment. As for cooking... that's the pits. I wouldn't do it either if I didn't have to.

Rain has very limited coverage just make sure your area is covered.

I’m so happy for you. My monthly budget here in the states is over 4k so I could really save a lot there while living a luxury life. Wow! Great content!

I love the break down of expenses. It really encourages me to travel. Keep up the work. I hope you 100k followers soon. Suggestion: do a video on how to make money while traveling. You are consistently living a nice lifestyle compared to many of the you tubers that We see.

Back to back! Loving the consistency!

Love how you showcased it also in Kshs....💕💕.... Your Diversity is Top Notch...... Much love from Kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪

You can still get cooked meal, at grocery stores. Woolworths, Checkers and Spar. You can buy Wollies Chicken, buy Avos, lettuce, buy veggies and put them in the oven There's lot of easy cooking recipes There's unlimited data Telkom for R229 but it's off peak and there's Network when powergoes Or get Rain which can be slow depending where you are There's other month to month data which are around R500

I'm obsessed with your vlogs, love you xoxo

Hey J Thanks for sharing your budget for Jpberg! It helps answer a lot of my questions 🙂 Great vid 💋

I really think you can reduce your spending & actually save especially on food, transportation & entertainment. I didn't realize Johannesburg rent was as high as it is. So glad you moved. But Thank you for the breakdown & transparency.

You pay R900 for MTN Limited data.😮 Buy a Huawei Mini Pocket Router and a Rain sim card, unlimited data is R479 P/M you will always have data 24 7 Rain works in most Urban spaces I can attest to that as a fellow joburger living in the business districts of joburg we have no issues and the best part is you can cancel anytime

come to Thailand the rent in Bali is through the roof! I pay $550 USD for my luxury condo with amenities. The price is high but some people are paying $350 - $450 USD in the same building.

If you don't already own a home in the US...do it! The home could be a means of you generating passive income through having renters in addition to your KZfaq income. I'm sure you've already thought about this as you're in real estate but I'm a huge advocate for folks our age setting ourselves up for long term wealth and expat life lol. Also add into your budget investing in mutual funds/ETFs. You've got this boo!

MTN offers data only offers, which are quite affordable. Might wanna check that out.

Also car rental would help (you can sublet to uber drivers when it is not in use). Balwin has great security villages, with great amenities. Consider buying simpler food, we call them "plates". Rice, meat, gravy, other relishes & salads. Or subscribe for monthly food deliveries (much cheaper, tastier & healthier). Plan entertainment in advance.

Not eating raw chicken! 🤣 Boyyy you better call mama and get her recipes! My favorite cheap meal that ticks all the nutrition boxes is roasted garbanzo beans. Just salt, oil, nutritional yeast, beans, roast in the toaster oven. Costs like $2 and tastes like fried chicken. No struggle meals, only scooby snacks!

You're spending a lot on rent, you can surely find a cheaper apartment in the area. I love Park Central we normally book there for 2 to 3 nights only.

Staying just outside Johannesburg in a gated area could cost you half in rent South Johannesburg, West Johannessburg, Bedfordview, Edenvale, about 15 to 30 minutes outside the city area.

Hey J. I think you can follow South African food content creators and look at how they do groceries and cook. You may save way much. Love your energy and videos♥️

Thanks for update jhb is one of the few cities where can live like a king on $1000 a month living in a loft .

Amazing content as always

7:50 “Petrol” 😆 you are becoming a local now 😉

Nandos must sponsor your meals 😂

It’s the thumbnail for me 😂 thank you for this insightful video! You’re really out here motivating folks to come visit SA. I’m going next year because of you! 🫶🏾

Number 1!!!! Yay. I love you my fellow Gemini.

Thank you for including the Kenya Shilling rates as well. Diani is still calling you. If you could cook more you would definitely bring down your food costs.

You should consider renting rather than B&B. You'd save a lot of money.

You doing good bra ,,, as long as you gonna afforded Live it up we all want to do what you do Keep rolling.

Julian please consider finding a place around R10 000 or less, SA has a lot of beautiful apartments. You can’t be spending that much on rent it’s too expensive . Rain is shitty don’t do it!!!

okurrrr.....I need to do this for Cape Town. Thank you

Maybe you would've saved more money if you had a microwave in your apt (I was wondering if that chicken was done..glad you didn't get super-sick!). Not sure what kind of frozen meals they have in the grocery stores there, but I'm sure it would've been a lot less than eating out. You have to have a decent place to stay, so that's unavoidable. To cut down on transportation and bar tabs, maybe entertain at home instead of going out: Do a "bring-your-favorite-booze, bring your favorite buddy party"? You drink for free, and meet some new people. I challenge you to cut that down to $1,999😊 I would LOVE to see you in Thailand! A friend of mine balled out over there for next to nothing while living in a luxury spot!

Mr. Juilian, you are spending mucho gusto money, especially on food! Try finding prepared food that you can eat for several days or freeze. In Portugal I can buy a slab of ribs, large container of rice, and salad for 19,00 euros. When I get tired of eating it, then I hit the restaurants, but it's good to know I still have food in my refrigerator.

Hey Julian! You can save money in eating out. Invest in a simple cook book. Make your own entertainment. Host dinner parties, make your own variety of charcuteries you don’t have to cook for these boards. Invest in various wines. Be the hostess that you’re. Your apartments are always nice and beautiful too hold a function.😊💖

Have you tried doing MEal delivery plans to keep the food cost down. I get you on not wanting to cook. I'm in Joburg and I pay 3800 rand a month for 40 meals delivered and I just warm them up. IT help keep my overspending down when I go to woolworth, or checkers

Hey HUNNIESZZ. Love your content. What i suggest. Buy all your snacks and lunch for 6days. So spend on your dinner and Then the weekend Enjoy with wisdom😄 It may help 200 Dollars.

You can move to a bachelor apartment for half the price even less.It will still be nice.I only spend half of that in a month.

Ju can you do a video of your favourite south Africa n songs/music.

Hi Julian. I am excited to know that we shrare the birthday on the 11th of June with by friends Florence. Pippa and Alina.I started following your blog from June and like it.I subscribed and enjoy your travelling experiences.I also ike travelling. Thanks Florence Mpeta.Soweto

You did good and I think you will get better with the food expense. Will you aim for USD 250 a month for food? I spend 60-75 a month on this expense

wow! your rent! can't deal😳

OMG I remember wondering if that chicken was fully cooked. 🤭🤭🤭

I have seen other black content creators in Bali it seems to be welcoming for Digital Nomads and black travelers maybe USD translates well there.

Maybe try hiring a car if you have your license it actually might cut your transport cost

also for some weird reason I also do see you in Asia but then coming back to South Africa

When you leave this location, would you please let us know where it's located? Thanks.

Buy a hotspot .. like a lil small physical hotspot

No Julian we are gonna judge you R8K for food. That's someone's salary. Get prepared meat then cook your veggies and sides. But you are probably including groove and partying with friends so it makes sense

Where do you find your rentals? Can you give us a reference?

$500 a month for food isn’t that bad. That avgs about $16 a day and it saves you the time of prepping and disappointing yourself. You may can check the prices of chefs or meal prep services to see if helps. Your largest bill is rent. Thats U.S prices. Other than that everything seems pretty normal

Have you had good experiences (would you recommend) Airbnb in Sandton?

🙋🏾‍♂️ I have a Question if you’re able to give some insight. I want to move to South African but visa I’m seeing at 90days max. How did you get around that? I donno if I can leave and come back in the same year x

Greetings from South Joberg via Charlotte NC

Petrol only comes down in September 🙈

If you hate cooking...like i do😂😂 Just find someone to mealprep for you once a week or one per two weeks.

Your food budget is ridiculous you should be spending atleast R2000 esp cause you live alone. Internet is fine they are all around the same price so it's reasonable. Rent is also riduliculous you could find better places way cheaper. All in all your budget is way out of hand 42K is no joke.

What kind of visa did you get to move to SA as an American?

This was definitely informative it sent me into the stratosphere something I have asked people to do forever is to explain the cost where what is who is that when will they come again just information and you did it you as they say coined it or pinned it you did it. Being the billionaire that I am when I see you one day I’m going to hand you a check for at least $100,000🤫😀

Wow that is expensive,but then again I live in the south of Joburg😂

How much do you make a month?

Never been this fast

Does that include alcohol?

Guurrl, are you at your manzzz?😊😍 LOL Im joking you don't have to answer that🤣😂

Wow, cost of food is more than my 1 month rent 😅

Spending too much money but ur still young and u will learn

gotta have i dont think you spent that much on food.

I have a family of 4 and my groceries are R5000 a month

transportation why don't you use public transport I think it would be more cheaper.

Hi Julien, in your opinion & experience, who drinks and parties more between Kenyans and South Africans?

You are spending 2 of my monthly Swedish incomes 😂😂

Either food in SA is super cheap or your numbers are off. I’m in the US (Detroit specifically) and I spend almost twice that in food a month, for myself and I almost exclusively cook at home. I wish I only spent $480/ month in food.

42 tao😥🙆‍♀️🙊

Mina i am judging you. You are in property and at this point you should know how you can get property in SA instead of renting for R25k .. you can use that money paying out your own hows … i feel like you will one day regret the financial decisions you make

please just say Jozi

Your rent is super expensive 😫 😩 25k rands!!!!!

OK. So Keen = 21st century international western sangoma. Interesting.

Girl, you should have Khanya over. I’m sure that sis can cook and you can learn a thing or two.

you are so cute🥰

that blinking light is killing me what is that I am staring at it

Yeah the data is a big deal lol 😂😂

Your food is my rent wtf 😂😂😂😂

Plz keep your electronics hid...people steal...be very careful who you befriend!

Gurl you live here now...just stop...you are south African at this point

You only live once and traveling is priceless. If you have it enjoy yourself. 🤎🙏🏽❤️