"quit spending money you dont have on things you don't need to impress people that don't care"
@lindavista1776 Жыл бұрын
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@alabama2uz Жыл бұрын
@@cjhoward409 Could be. I've never heard of him.
@cydneypfeiffer1573 Жыл бұрын
Jared Pierce, DAVE RAMSEY will seriously change your life and so will Prepper Princess !
@ChristineElliott-uq1ve Жыл бұрын
The year is 1976. As of that year, mobile homes had to be the same codes as conventional homes.
@karenmiller955 Жыл бұрын
My mother-in-law and father-in-law were both disabled. He was mentally ill, she was legally blind. To say they were poor is an understatement. He was in the hospital for an extended stay. Bless her heart, she found a house. Four walls, roof, and cement floor. About 900 square feet. No running water. No well, but they did have an outhouse (lol). My husband (65) carried water from a gas station in 5 gallon buckets. He was a young child. They raised 7 children in that house. Of course they needed assistance when the children were growing up. But they (she) had a home for those children. On "nothing" they raised, clothed and fed those children. And this blows my mind...they made sure every child learned to drive and made sure everyone was able to get a car. They were completely amazing people that raised the most incredible family. We learned from them. And before my saintly (and best friend) mother-in-law passed away we were able to purchase my husband's "old home place". It's our most precious possession. We will be able to pass the house and property on to our grandson. Giving him a leg up. That one small house has changed the lives of generations. The only way was frugality. BUT! I wish you had been old enough to record videos when hubby and I needed you most. Enjoy your videos and I'm careful to catch every one. And, yes, I bought and read your book 📚.
@kristenschnese6980 Жыл бұрын
That sounds Like a story that should be a movie how moving this was to read !
@CelestialHope111 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, made me cry but in the best way..blessing
@aurorasanchez79222 ай бұрын
😅😅
@maryrobinson4572 Жыл бұрын
If being “cheap” is wrong, I don’t want to be right 😂
@denisehughes2898 Жыл бұрын
😂🤣😝 lol, YES!!! . . . at least when it comes to throwing my money away to filthy rich corporations!!! 🤩 🎵If living cheap is wrong🥁🥁🥁I DON’T want to be right, either!!! 🎸🎸🎶
@dianesteffens57316 ай бұрын
At 69 yrs. old I bought an auction house for $13;500 cash after almost 4yrs sold it for $60,000 cash offer in days packed up everything furniture held for a month and packed my old car and drove to Daytona Beach. I rolled in 2 days before Thanksgiving 2019. I found a block house in a great neighborhood with sidewalks. The house was listed on Craigslist an off market wholesale deal. I do the same as you, I do anything I can myself. I closed Jan.31,2020 for $52,500 cash plus wholesalers fee. This house was a mess but I’m not afraid work. The house after 4yrs. Looks so much nicer, just had new roofing.I am now 77 a woman, my male neighbors are impressed with what I’ve done so far. Still lots to do, but I love working on the house❤
@darleenmcbride89009 ай бұрын
Well I got sick in my 40's and had to go out of work on disability. It's been really hard. Almost impossible at times. God gets me through it. Praise the Lord 🙏
@yusefalaminde3186 Жыл бұрын
You spoke about people having multiple refrigerators and freezers. My stepdad passed away at 73. However he and my mom had 8 freezers which stayed stocked with all sorts of meat and other items. It was just the two of them. Living alone in a rural town. They kept tons of canned goods on hand too. Plus they had a massive garden. My stepdad would purchase everything in bulk. Even his riding lawnmowers. He purchased one and then an extra one. My mom said it's because he grew up in Mississippi very poor. There was never enough to eat. So when he got older he had this fear of being without. So he purchased extra everything and he always kept a surplus of food on hand.
@Meli_Mels Жыл бұрын
What happened to all the food when he died? Did you have to help purge items? I have a friend who spent almost a year purging, selling , donating items and then preparing his parents house for sale.
@jeaniewalters4709 Жыл бұрын
I don’t know if I did good or not but about 15 yrs ago, I bought a 1969 mobile home for $2,000. I invested about the same amount in redoing as much as I could. It’s a pretty much a tiny home. 12x52. 1 bed 1 bath. I’m now 64 with no debt. Just living expenses and I do CB pay $100 trailer space rent to my cousin. I live on his land. I live on less than $900 monthly. So I live the life you are talking about pretty much. I drive a 22 yr old car. Everytime someone comes to visit, they are amazed at what I was able to do.
@anna_reads862 Жыл бұрын
When I worked at Starbucks, they gave their pre-made food that was close to expiration to the food bank if they knew they had too much. I believe France made it illegal for businesses to throw away leftover food. I think we should adopt this across the United States.
@donnaallison7462 Жыл бұрын
Roku was one of the best decisions I ever made period totally free TV.
@BeFree-BeFrugal Жыл бұрын
There’s something mesmerising about sitting in front of an open fire place , a lot of traditional pubs here in the U.K. have open fires, very comforting in winter
@jackieo8693 Жыл бұрын
For a Christian, and even just a decent person, charity is a necessity, not a luxury!
@cin4195 Жыл бұрын
I was paying $75 plus tax per month for a smartphone with 10 gigs of data. When the company tried to increase the bill by $5 for everyone, I took a page out of prepper princesses book and I called. I am now paying $55 plus tax for 50 gigs of data. Thank-you prepper princess!
@caribbean9829 Жыл бұрын
I pay $35 with tax unlimited data. I need to find something cheaper
@maryrenaud6732 Жыл бұрын
I’m 71 and have had a ROKU since they first came out. I had one of the first PC’s in the late 80’s and took it apart to add more memory modules myself, despite dire warnings about voiding warranties. I help others with their cellphones and computer issues. Do not judge us old farts too harshly, as you will be old one day and believe me, your mental abilities and physical skills will not desert you unless you have major medical issues.
@richardkaloostian92818 ай бұрын
YOU ARE NOT A HORRIBLE PERSON, YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW HOW MUCH YOU HELP PEOPLE, I CAN ONLY SAY THANK YOU SO MUCH! MY HUSBAND AND I ARE IN OUR MID 70'S AND
@richardkaloostian92818 ай бұрын
WE LOVE ALL YOUR ADVICE
@SherrylJones-bz5wv5 ай бұрын
I agree 💯!!! Thank you for all the great advice 🙏🏻💞🙏🏻🤗🙌🏻🙏🏻💞🙏🏻❤️🩹
@julietschida9114 Жыл бұрын
Many of the those old mobile homes have mold or asbestos in them. Be careful and know what your getting what you can’t see behind the walls, floor and ceiling
@preparedmemaw7569 Жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Not to long at all. Thank you for making this 66 year old MeMaw, living in a 25 year old 14x50 mobile home in Oklahoma and driving a 15 year old Honda Accord, feel rich in life. I am proud of what I have. ❤
@PrepperPrincess Жыл бұрын
Good job Memaw!
@kimprice1864 Жыл бұрын
What does memaw mean?
@LiveFree123 Жыл бұрын
Good for you!☺️❤️
@michelestellar7725 Жыл бұрын
I learned
@mamadoom97246 ай бұрын
We recently had our power out for 18 hours during the coldest temps we’ve had in 30 years. We have a little buddy propane heater which helped a little but what kept me really warm at night was my cat snuggling under the covers with me. He’s like a little flintstones heater.
@everythingunsettling Жыл бұрын
One of my fave quotes is something along the lines of “I’d rather look poor and have money than look rich and be broke”. Your videos have helped me reset myself when that consumerist mindset tries to creep back in. Keep doin’ what you’re doin’! xo
@minkademko2335 Жыл бұрын
Love it 😊 having money makes me feel more secure than not having it. When I don't have it, I'm in the dumps. I love window shopping and saying "no, I'd rather have the money".
@sdraper2011 Жыл бұрын
I love that quote. With the rise in crime today you wouldn't want to advertise that you have money, anyway.
@dianecelento4974 Жыл бұрын
A one hour video. What a lucky day for all your viewers.
@MsFlame2000 Жыл бұрын
I live in a 450 square foot home.
@sandramarcantelli4958 Жыл бұрын
Most senior centers offer seniors over 60 a nutritious lunch weekdays with a low suggested donation. If they cannot afford to pay some or all of the donation,they can still receive the lunches. By the way, I listened to you, got a smart TV, a Roku and dropped satellite many months ago. One of my best recent decisions.
@kellyblanco9966 Жыл бұрын
A suggestion for your channel - go find those living on a low income and interview them! Then we can all learn from them!
@PrepperPrincess Жыл бұрын
I have looked and found a couple but they don’t want to be on camera
@intuitivegina Жыл бұрын
Oh my God I have been for 10 years using cotton Rags cut up from old clothing for toilet paper. I do use paper for number two but for number one I use the cloth. I have a bidet that was gifted to me from my lovely niece and now I use even less toilet paper because of how clean I am. I washed these cloths in a little bit of bleach and some laundry soap I hang them to dry on hangers in the Sun between the bleach and the sun they are more than clean. I'd love to see what they say about me
@sandybay5718 Жыл бұрын
Yup, that is what I've done for several years. It saves me money for sure.
@diversekayaker Жыл бұрын
Keep being the beautiful person you are, PP...you are doing a great service for many people!
@suigetsuhozuki3275 Жыл бұрын
One thing I realized about houses is that in the past they were much easier to maintain, specially the cabins that were built up until the 19th. Almost everything was made out of wood (windows, doors, roof, floor, walls and furniture) and they could be fixed mostly with just some simple tools like a hammer, a couple of nails, a mallet and a handsaw. Nowadays everything is made to break and things are over complicated, most things have complex electrical components on purpose so that you can't fix it yourself, this has all been planned to make us more dependent on money and also to make life more expensive than it should be.
@pinkelefant4ever Жыл бұрын
Keep It Super Simple KISS
@julietschida9114 Жыл бұрын
I wish all people buying a home would realize that if you think your payment is going to stay the same “ even on a fixed rate” It’s not! Your property taxes will rise, you will most likely have assessments added to your payment. People living on a fixed income many times go into poverty and can’t afford the ongoing increases from their State, county and assessments added to that dreaded statement that comes in the mail every year.
@graceweber2822 Жыл бұрын
You are absolutely right.
@Karie419 Жыл бұрын
Seriously. Escrow sucks. Our house payment went up every single year!
@abbeyl6115 Жыл бұрын
Thought there were things like Homestead and Veterans property tax exemptions?
@LiveFree123 Жыл бұрын
I’m 68 and I really appreciate what you shared. I’m about to pay my condo off and will be able to live on $800.00 a month Canadian. I have no other debt. ☺️🇨🇦
@writethroughtheheart Жыл бұрын
I'm 40 and debating a condo over a house. I think a condo would be a better fit, but I'm just worried about the condo fees, I have a friend who is now paying $850/month in condo fees after another hike. Seems like a wild variable.
@LiveFree123 Жыл бұрын
@@writethroughtheheart totally understand that. My condo fees just recently went up to $400.00 a month. For me, the plus side is they take care of all outside repairs and keep the grounds beautiful and do all the snow removal. I had a fantastic realtor who owns a couple of condos and he was really helpful when it came to the condo fee question and what to look for. The lower the condo fee the better the management. That’s where I live anyways and I know that different in other places. I’m Saskatchewan.
@OriginalBritishBabe Жыл бұрын
I would not do a condo if I had to live life overworked offer advice. I have a condo, East Bay CA when I first got it the HOAs were $127.00 per month,now over $545.00 HOA fees never stop or decrease so now having suffered multiple strokes and working multiple jobs most of my life I feel stuck. I need to sell, and get outta dodge to save sanity and $.
@HelenRT Жыл бұрын
@@writethroughtheheart My previous home was a small condo. It started with $117/month association fee and they did everything. In 5 years time it went up to $380/month fees and they were no longer pulling weeds, picking up debris, stopped certain repairs, etc. One elderly woman slipped on ice and died due to injury, so they started dumping truckloads of salt very heavily all over porches and steps. So ugly and people's carpets getting ruined. They cheaped out on lawn mowing and companies were ripping up lawns or no-shows. I finally sold it and bought a small house. I would never recommend a condo to anyone unless you don't care about anything and have money to burn.
@anoodono1841 Жыл бұрын
@@LiveFree123 interesting
@antonella4915 Жыл бұрын
Being cheap = more money in your pocket ❤😊 Plus, being “normal” is overrated.
@happymack6605 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely true. I have my own theory that those who insist that they’re average/normal are the some of the least ‘normal’
@minkademko2335 Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad that I don't care what other people think ❤️
@antonella4915 Жыл бұрын
@@happymack6605 Agreed. Perhaps it’s some sort of a complex that these people have.
@antonella4915 Жыл бұрын
@@minkademko2335 Same ❤
@JesusChrist-Gives-Eternal-Life Жыл бұрын
Being normal is overrated. LOVE that.
@malkaringel7864 Жыл бұрын
Change "cheap" to "thrifty" which sounds more reasonable than the other word!! I disagree with this materialistic society values. I don't fit in because I reuse, repurpose, etc. Can't understand people who just throw away an article, where one new wheel is required, for example.
@dawnsstar5918 Жыл бұрын
Thank goodness I was raised by an if not overly done, frugal parents. It has been ingrained in me to 'shut those lights off', 'shut that refrigerator' and' don't waste that food' . However, there are some things that I splurge on , that they would never ever think of doing. 1. Taking a vacation 2. Going/doing something on that vacation. 3. Paying for Ntflix. I can hear their echoes in the back of my mind saying: "How are you affording this spending money like that. Do you think you're a Vanderbilt? I do make 90% home made meals,( including bakery goods), grow apprx 10% of my food(and increasing) shut those lights off, buy second hand cars every 12 years, do my own maintenance if possible, and do my own hair, manicures, pedicures for the last 25 years. I am saving money still.
@lovelife7343 Жыл бұрын
Most people buy to impress others.
@fishawk90 Жыл бұрын
I've notice when I stop being conservative & become consumeristic i become unproductive & increase anxiety.
@socalsal627 Жыл бұрын
You've given me such great advice that I actually have felt like I got a second job or won a contest because suddenly it seems like I have so much more money lately. I then realized it was just from making some lifestyle changes like cooking more from home, doing my hobbies instead of going to movies, etc and not buying unnecessary décor or clothing. I soon paid off so much credit card debt that I am able to save so much more for retirement and finally have a decent emergency fund! It is so fricking exciting so thank you! :)
@BethCatt-jq6xi4 ай бұрын
I would be careful getting furniture at thrift stores because of the bedbugs
@lindaburnside3832 Жыл бұрын
When my grandma would put us to bed at her house, she would fill up old bleach bottles with very hot water and put them under the covers before bedtime so that it took the chill off the sheets. I remember getting in bed and putting my cold feet up against the warm bottle. It felt wonderful.
@lindadenneypu6315 Жыл бұрын
I still use my hit water bottle and my kids love them I also reuse the water for the next time
@donnakinsman6814 Жыл бұрын
I don’t waste money on pajamas. I just wear old clothes.
@karen3876 Жыл бұрын
Me too. Sweats in winter.
@jimscruggs5400 Жыл бұрын
I am not a guy that has to keep up to the Jones
@SassySue67 Жыл бұрын
My car is 17 years old with 84K miles. I keep it serviced so it stays running. Don’t want a new one with all the bells & whistles.
@alexandriaelwell1780 Жыл бұрын
Me and my three sons live in a camper on a piece of land that we're buying owner financing. I triple up the payments so I can get it paid off faster and cheaper whereas I don't incur any fees for paying it off early. We live off grid a little bit of solar we catch rainwater and haul in our drinking water.
@Nice-qi5cf Жыл бұрын
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@pinkelefant4ever Жыл бұрын
Where? It's not allowed in my county, but I'm glad for you.
@alexandriaelwell1780 Жыл бұрын
@@pinkelefant4ever I moved to a super poor town in maine however becausei live right near the lake with expensive houses they complained but they could do nothing I'm breaking no laws
@ElainefromMaine Жыл бұрын
You have given me so many great idea. I dumped by 250 dollar cable and got a Roku and subscribed to KZfaq tv, saving 185 dollars. Thank you!
@1sense21 Жыл бұрын
Giving to food banks one of the best ways to give/donate
@moriahmelitta1611 Жыл бұрын
Prepper Princess, you are the lighthouse in the ocean of madness out here. I often get caught up in the capitalist mindset, make money, spend money, make spend make spend, it will make you happy! Of course it won’t. When I get caught up, I find listening to your videos brings me back down to reality. I appreciate you.
@donald8354 Жыл бұрын
I am so cheap I cut open my toothpaste tube and dig it out the paste.
@katehenry271811 ай бұрын
Extra gold star for you ))))
@alsolark3029 Жыл бұрын
Your comment on houses reminded me how ridiculous it is to buy a “starter” home and strive to upgrade over and over. My parents worked very hard to do that. They had their dream house custom built. Now they live in a massive house with 4 unoccupied bedrooms. Their kids want nothing to do with them. We would have been happy to live in that first modest house. We just wanted love.
@10529Erin Жыл бұрын
My husband and I will move, hopefully, someday to a practical house for empty nesters. We don't need a house for five kids anymore. But it will be a lateral move and no mortgage.
@blissfulacresoffgridhomest2098 Жыл бұрын
900 ft home sounds like a mansion to me! My home is 500 ft. for two of us. Plus the two cats, a senior citizen dog and a puppy.
@noreenn6976 Жыл бұрын
Either one sounds perfect to me
@rennie823 Жыл бұрын
Where do you live? I live in a 450 sq foot studio apt apt and it is just perfect for me and my dog!!! Kinda hard to hide canned food ect because of prepping...but it's pretty much OK.
@blissfulacresoffgridhomest2098 Жыл бұрын
@@noreenn6976 thank you!! Our home is small but filled to the brim with love. Bright Blessings!!!!
@blissfulacresoffgridhomest2098 Жыл бұрын
@@pennynickels5216 we still have to finish the inside of the house . Hopefully we will get our small woodburning cookstove in before winter. This means we will begin working on the inside of our home!
@gracelake2062 Жыл бұрын
My Notes from this Video presentation:: You don't need a big house. you can buy a acre of property for 2k. put a camper. solar panels and compostable toilet. bidet. you can get free . phone bill and cable can be replaced by free alternative. free food at food bank. thrift shopping saves. . minimize clothing. think outside the box. . free hotspot at library cheap phone service.. ”Only use things when you absolutely need them."-Prepper Princess
@bookmagicroe9553 Жыл бұрын
Don't underestimate the fact that we live so much longer than in the past. My 97 year old parent DID save, even though she and my Dad were very low income. But living this long, and with inflation, medical bills, etc. over the years the money has been spent. She now lives on Social Security. People must save way more than they think. Sadly, most people cannot save enough because they do not make enough to do so. Our life was very frugal back then. I was raised with the same values you are giving in this video.
@janetbransdon3742 Жыл бұрын
In 2006 I got on the property ladder in Australia by purchasing a caravan and annexe for 8 thousand dollars, just paid for lease on the land. I turned it into a house, called a conversion with 3 person corner spa in bathroom, kitchen herb garden, 2 bedroom, lounge dining room, shed and carport. I sold it a few years later for 165 thousand dollars. I moved to the country and bought a beautiful 1920 house on a double block for 130 thousand. NO mortgage and bought with a woman's income. I never really bothered keeping up with the latest fashions, have always had long hair which I trim myself and am clean and presentable. ( never had trouble attracting a mate lol 🤣) Cheers.
@anoodono1841 Жыл бұрын
Good for u
@vixxcottage Жыл бұрын
I bought my home over 20 years ago. I wanted land for my dairy goats. The house was not important. I had co-workers say you can do better. I bought my house with land. Due to the land is worth 4-5 times what I paid for it. I said as long as it has running water, electric, and a roof that was sufficient. I have never regretted my purchase.
@katydid2877 Жыл бұрын
HEY!! Old person here. Have had a fire stick for 3 years. Haven’t had cable for about 10 years. Who told me about a fire stick? My even older brother. 😄😄😄
@Passionhearted1 Жыл бұрын
It doesn't sound crazy, you are exactly right. Credit cards are a perfect example of predator verses prey. They are counting on us not having the cash for the things we need or hoping that we fall for consumerism & don't mind paying high interest to get that immediate gratification.
@sherrywright6927 Жыл бұрын
I wish I had found you earlier in my life I would be better financially .
@mariewheeler5626 Жыл бұрын
Not to late now. Start today. For 30 plus years, I cared for my 5 children, all adults now, and I prepared meals for a family of 7. After the last one went to college and I was left wondering what to do during meal times. For a couple of years, I purchased meals from grocery stores. I decided that was not healthy, I went back to preparing meals and stored the meals in small leftover containers. I don't spend much on groceries now. I also have two gardens and raise chickens and turkeys.
@faithrada Жыл бұрын
I totally GET your perspective. I started saving for my first house when I was 15 years old. Later I talked my hubby into building a house with no mortgage. I was used to being frugal... him... not so much. Still, we got through it and he gained a new appreciation for having financial freedom. A friend came over to visit and said Ohhh you are SO lucky... and I quickly pointed out that LUCK had nothing to do with it... I didn't WIN it... I got it by blood, sweat, and doing without... and it was a great experience. If you do something because you HAVE to,that' can be hard, but if you CHOSE to do it... that changes everything.
@donnakennedy3763 Жыл бұрын
I think that way about cars. If it has four wheels, with tires, a steering wheel, a motor, something to sit on while I drive it, I'm ok with it. Nobody really needs a Bentley. My little Chevy is amazing!
@tomvarnadoe4302 Жыл бұрын
Gm my dear ❤️. I'm in a 700 sq. ft. house that my father and uncle's built back in 1949 on 1.25 acres. Did some upgrades electrical, central ac, small deck. Have a well and city water but still on septic. Only home in my neighborhood that is still original with the original Dade county pine wood floors. Luv it 👍.
@The47thBasement Жыл бұрын
I drive a ‘96 Honda Accord that was donated to my family during a really tough time for us. It’s got almost 300k miles, the windows don’t roll up or down; one keeps falling down about 1/4 of the way down, so I had to wrap the door with plastic wrap until I can get it fixed-because rain kept getting in. The wind going through the plastic wrap is so loud, but I deal with it. 3 of the door handles on the interior broke off so it’s hard to open the door from the inside. On the dash, the lights go off constantly because there’s a short. The doors can’t unlock with the button anymore, I have to unlock them by hand. The AC control knobs broke off, so I have to use a little socket wrench to turn the AC/heat on, and then move it to the other control to put it up higher or lower. The front bumper is held together by zip ties (all not visible). A year ago, a deer jumped into the road right as I was driving, and it dented the entire driver side of my car, broke off my rear view mirror, and cracked my windshield. I went without the mirror for over a year, until our new neighbor gave me a spare he had for the same make and model car. All of the issues with my car are cosmetic, except for the short with the dash lights, but I just fiddle with the knob until it goes on again. My sister makes fun on my car all the time and tells me to get a new one because I can afford it. I ask her why I’d do that if my clunker works? I’m not trying to impress anyone, and my cad does the same shit anyone else’s car does-gets me from A to B. I’m 30 and trying to save as much as I canX and she’s about to be 20 without a penny in her pocket, and no car of her own. I told her that I’d give her mg car if I got a new one, and she said she didn’t want it. I told her if that was the case, she didn’t need to be asking me for rides then, since she’s too good for my POS. Since my car is so old, I have no car payment, and my insurance is $50, because I live in a lesser populated area where there aren’t a lot of accidents. Am I particularly proud of my car, absolutely not; but I’ll drive it until it won’t go anymore.
@dovoso5685 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Unfortunately - I do not live in the US, and my country does not offer such deals/opportunities like buying a lot for 2K USD and finding a free trailer , but - I am happy for you 🙂 One thing I might add - You are young, single, and healthy. Some people are old, or sick, or have kids , and if they work minimum wage - well, nothing much they can save.
@joycenagy3140 Жыл бұрын
Wish we had know about food banks when we were in college. Learned about them from my father in law. He would go to three different food banks, once a month each. Took him once, they gave him a flat of organic vine tomatoes, a flat of strawberries, cantaloupe, canned meats, staples, all the bread and bagels he could carry, candy, cookies, just amazing the amount and type of things the food banks are providing.
@dianec.amundsen3591 Жыл бұрын
I’ve followed you for awhile now and I’ve changed so many things. I’m earning less because I’m staying home to care for my husband who’s I’ll, but I’m still investigating as much as I can every month especially now that I’m not earning a pension from working. I’ve reduced so much of what I buy and I often think of you before I make a purchase. Shopping only what I actually need is saving us more to invest like you do.
@kellypotts4549 Жыл бұрын
I’m not even 10 minutes into this video and I already love it. Thank you
@vinlago Жыл бұрын
What you're describing (how our DNA is developed based on our experiences, threats, dangers, etc) I believe is called epigenetics. Plants also "learn" over time and become acclimated to their environment. You are spot on about people spending what they earn. My realtor was baffled why I didn't want a more expensive house since I could "afford it" and the bank approved it. I knew from living with someone for 7 years what being house poor was. That old saying, "money burns a hole in your pocket" applied to my ex. Every dollar of income went to some payment or another. I had to hide money so that at the end of the month we could buy food. It was ridiculous and I never wanted to be in that position again. Looking back, I should have gotten an even less expensive house but the trade off with buying the crappiest house in the 2nd best neighborhood was it was 1 mile to school and a gas station and it was a semi-wooded lot on a cul-de-sac so a little more yard for gardening and privacy. BTW: we are renovating a school to make it a house under 850 sqft. Soon as we are done we will live in it the minimum required time which I think is 2 years and then we will rent it out and move somewhere elsewhere or add another small house on our property.
@maryannledder621 Жыл бұрын
I love you! I’m about $9000 in debt. I know I can do it watching you. Thank you so much.
@christinagardener1889 Жыл бұрын
I don't think you are cheap. You are resourceful.
@angieprice72066 ай бұрын
Boxers as a breed are sweet, huggy, loyal dogs. I have had five and loved every one of them.
@LeannsAdventures Жыл бұрын
I did the same thing. After college I continued to budget like I was still in college and paid off all my debts and bought a house. People in general tend to always spend more than what they make. No matter what they make! I’ve been in the financial industry over ten years and that’s all I’ve seen people do. You are the very few and are sharing good information.
@carolutley6523 Жыл бұрын
It's a wonderful feeling to live below your means while watching your bank balance increase
@87Ahoff87 Жыл бұрын
“Forced Poverty”. The state of AZ denied me medical & food aid because my SSDI is too high despite my rent being MORE than my SSDI income. SNAP & Medicaid laws vary state to state. AZ does not allow for housing, utility, medical, etc deductions to reduce monthly income. To qualify for government aid (in AZ) maximum monthly income needs to be around $1000 / month. Seriously??? WTH can even rent a ROOM for that? Let alone utilities, medical, food, FUEL to get food, prescriptions, etc??? 🤦🏻♀️ I also don’t qualify for utility discounts for the same reason. The food pantry that I’ve been going to is income based & told me that come Dec when I need to requalify thew will discontinue my food aid because of my SSDI. So, no medical - again I am DISABLED - and no food. Fortunately I have recently found a couple other smaller pantries. That doesn’t help paying for my housing, utility, fuel to get to pantries, out of pocket medical, etc. Our system is beyond EFFED!!!!
@LolaSemone Жыл бұрын
I was having the time of my life spending. Now I have no emergency fund and can’t work too much. No more spending for me. Learned my lesson.
@connie201110 Жыл бұрын
I love that you live simply ❤️
@nancysaffield5337 Жыл бұрын
We also get free firewood. My husband has connections with a handful of tree trimming companies. And they are always looking for places to get rid of the trees that they take down. So we have a lot of property they dump those trees on our property and then my husband cuts it up for firewood. Since we heat our house with a wood stove. And for sure there is something so comforting about walking into our home with the wood stove going. We love the smell. It's great!
@blackberry5447 Жыл бұрын
I wish you were teaching our young people, at a high school level, your wisdom. This is so needed. Maybe you could make some videos geared for them or somehow connect with them. Really you would make an excellent teacher. You are filled with wisdom and experience, which is so rare and needed.
@texasbk1333 Жыл бұрын
Public Libraries should be on the list of “Wonder’s Of The World!” 📚♥️
@pawcatsfly Жыл бұрын
Amen!
@trishferrer8209 Жыл бұрын
To be fair, you can't compare the brain of an old person with that of a little kid when it comes to learning new technology, which changes so rapidly, and resembles nothing we learned when we were growing up or even in our young adult lives. We need people like you to help us train our brains to comprehend and keep up with the pace. Thank You for taking the time to talk about all the things you do. xo
@nickbakal1815 Жыл бұрын
I refuse to pay for cable. I haven't had cable in 10 years. I just can't believe people pay these prices.
@johncasey5594 Жыл бұрын
I agree, but now many people have half a dozen streaming service subscriptions that equal up to what they had formerly been paying for cable. I have been a pirate for 25 years. Haven't watched broadcast TV for 10-15 years.
@elizabethcarte6465 Жыл бұрын
Excuse me but I'm an old person and I've been streaming for years now. Ditched Dish and got Roku.
@juditharsenault2131 Жыл бұрын
I had no debt for 15 years and almost couldn't get a home loan because my credit score was non-existent. But I had a huge down payment (almost half of the cost of the home), had good references from my landlord regarding paying my rent early or on time, plus I knew the bank manager. I struggled mentally about taking out a loan for the house but asked God about it. He told me "think of it as rent". So I bought it after being approved for the loan. I pay extra on it every month. I have retired and my income decreased so I cut my spending dramatically. Prepper Princess's videos keep me motivated to keep on track with being resourceful with house repairs and everything else I might need or want. It seems like God always supplies for me and it's either cheap or free if I wait on his supply. Thank you Prepper Princess- you help me keep a clear mind about it all!!!!
@Paul-gw6ow Жыл бұрын
You would be proud of me . Never spent 5 cents on cable tv and I am 70 years old
@anneadkins4403 Жыл бұрын
We have a mobile home. I love my home. Our bedroom is like a motel room. I have seen other homes, but I love our home.
@texasjones9541 Жыл бұрын
My home was cheap 30 years ago, no way I would want to move with the housing market here in Texas. Hubby wants to upgrade, I put my foot down and said absolutely not. Just think if we stay here we can retire early. That got his attention. I LOVE being debt free.
@mistakencharis2310 Жыл бұрын
I’m not ashamed to say that I cut old clothing into 5x5 cubes and use them to wipe after I pee. I use toilet paper to wipe after #2. More people should as well.
@jaypaster8244 Жыл бұрын
I wear my old clothing until they are dust that blows away in the wind.
@joycenagy3140 Жыл бұрын
Lots of people just wish they were as thrifty. That was a big thing in Europe in the 1970s, may still be. If people would use cloth diapers instead of the disposable type they'd be thousands richer and their kids would be better off.
@mistakencharis2310 Жыл бұрын
@@joycenagy3140 I used cloth for mine when they were babies. Just had to change more often. If the world was really worried about going green and caring about earth then they would do away with disposal diapers and more.
@joycenagy3140 Жыл бұрын
@@mistakencharis2310 Same here, cloth for all three of them. I still keep cloth diapers, pins, some rubber pants and changing mats. Never know when they will come in handy
@louannhuber2651 Жыл бұрын
Are you speaking extemporaneously? You are a very good teacher.
@Jvhh9 Жыл бұрын
When you get articles written about you like this you know you’re doing something right.
@PrepperPrincess Жыл бұрын
It’s free publicity
@kimprice1864 Жыл бұрын
You are so wise. Love how you've lived your life. Wish I new this stuff 40 years ago. You exude confidence yet have a humble down to earth attitude. Continue to bless and be blessed. From Canada. 💗
@normanwaller2924 Жыл бұрын
You don't know anybody that makes over $1,200 a month on social security ? I do and I work a full-time job as well. My idea of budgeting is pay the bills when they're due, end of story..
@Godisabsolutelygood Жыл бұрын
Since I started watching your videos I finally talked my husband into getting a Roku box. We've had it now for about 2 months and we LOVE IT! We are literally saving $100 a month since we switched. Before, we were unsure about how good it would be or how easy it would be to work or install but since we bit the bullet and did it we are so glad. Plus, on the channels that actually have commercials, it's usually only one or two short commercials instead of a full 5 minutes of commercials like cable has. Thanks Prepper Princess! 🖐️
@SimplyBeautiful516 Жыл бұрын
We live near a small town with one grocery store and it marks down food in every section of the store to almost nothing when it is about to expire or they have too much. It’s for everyone and we’re so appreciative!! I can get a huge bag of perfectly good mixed produce for $2 that would normally cost $8-$15 And meats for 1/2 the original price or less. They do this every morning. Again, we’re SOOO grateful!!
@GypsyJenJen2 ай бұрын
I agree real life on social security. I am on social security for lupus and a heart issue and anytime I make more money I don't spend more because I want to have the money to pay for things that are needed like a car breaking down or a roof leak in my park model home. I don't need much to live on so when I sale things or if I decide to open up my KZfaq channel again and make money. I will live within my means the way I am now.
@trainboy192 Жыл бұрын
Because of you we have had roku for a year and we love it! Never going back to cable.
@shericharboneau5721 Жыл бұрын
Just got my Roku this week. Love it.
@vikaecomom8 ай бұрын
I do not use toilet paper not because i am frugal but because wiping is worse for my health. That is a first one. And secondly because i am pursuing a more sustainable lifestyle.
@johntorrington26727 ай бұрын
This is why everyone avoids you.
@SherrylJones-bz5wv5 ай бұрын
Bidets, the way!
@rebeccahardin1459 Жыл бұрын
I'm an old person and iv had a Roku since they came out. And I have an antenna. I set up my own Rokus and I set up my kids and grandkids Rokus and my friends Rokus I don't pay for cable. And they don't call me high tech Beck for nothing.
@dianecelento4974 Жыл бұрын
Can you interview someone who lives on $500 a month not having gov. assistance one day? Could be an interesting video.
@PrepperPrincess Жыл бұрын
I don’t know anyone that makes that little
@sheilabeasley4911 Жыл бұрын
Jill Cooper from Living on a Dime
@franniefargo9454 Жыл бұрын
@@sheilabeasley4911 Jill lived on that 40 years ago. She’s still talking about it as if she’s still making that much.
@lynettering8252 Жыл бұрын
You missed a couple of the biggest energy savers or help on a hot day when the electricity goes out (like in your recent video). Turn your water heater OFF during the day, or when you're gone. It only takes a short while for it to heat up when everyone wants to shower and do the dishes when it still has hot water, then turn it off when you go to bed, leave it off all day, and only turn it on in the evening. My sister cut well over $100 a month when she started doing that. Also, when it is hot and the AC isn't working, there is nothing like putting your feet in cool water. Really helps! You will be comfortable while others are so uncomfortable!
@FrenchTwist Жыл бұрын
Kudos. Raised by a grandmother who lived through the depression I lived a frugal yet life of plenty. Also a former manager at a local originating tv station I learned a lot of ways to get service. Now retired and 71 years life experiencence I rarely have the tv on. -Mainly local news. The local library keeps me up on any movies or series from Netflix showtime or hbo. Same with books either hard copy digital. You tube has endless videos. A big fan of cooking from scratch. For a couple of years I volunteered at a food pantry and also shopped there. Many people are not aware of drug manufacturers have patient assistance programs. My insulin is provided by the drug company. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. And smooches fir the pooches ❤
@CMarie404 Жыл бұрын
Loved this longer video. I'm glad you published it. Had a "just hanging out" vibe,. You drinking your coffee imparting wisdom, me drinking mine absorbing it all, nodding along thinking about what I could do better, progress I've made. Those wine mugs are great for hot or iced coffee. Smooches to Rocky!
@PriscillaPretzley Жыл бұрын
YESSS!! I LOVE these breakdown, in depth videos from you! Can't wait to listen :)
@pattidj4384 Жыл бұрын
I'm elderly, in perfect health according to blood tests. Loosing weight at an alarming rate. Anyway, my husband and I were going from Boston to Maine and I suddenly got really hungry and asked my husband to stop soon as we could. We hadn't been to Kenny Bunk Port in years so we took the exit so I cold grab some lunch. We found a downtown hotel with an outside ordering. I ordered a water and clam chowder, my husband a lobster roll and a drink that came in a can. Food was not that great considering what one would expect from New England. Our bill was $91.00 with tax and tip. I thought I walked into the twilight zone. That will never happen to me again! I will pack food always from this point on. I so worry about my grown children and others. I'm not screaming poverty here, but at this rate I will be. This was rare for us but will never let this happen again. I'm not understanding how folks are living these days unless paying attention to PP. P.S. My bottled water was $6.00, my husbands drink was $18.00.
@pinkelefant4ever Жыл бұрын
Ouch! Makes a PBJ sound delicious!
@sherrywright6927 Жыл бұрын
That's why some will be forever broke and miserable.
@kaydewinter3588 Жыл бұрын
Look at you ,showing off ,with you fan on,i'm freezing here in England, lol
@marissawussler8669 Жыл бұрын
I so appreciate the no nonsense information you share. You’ve made a positive difference in the way I look at money and frugality; as well as needs vs wants. THANK YOU 💜
@kittycat888 Жыл бұрын
Gosh I just love how you think and live. You are so authentic and really down to earth. We definitely need more folks like you. Love all your videos. I learn so much from you. Thank you!!