How Frugal People Buy Expensive Items

A viewer recently wrote with a question about buying top-quality items when one is also frugal. We created this video to answer her question and also share how frugal people buy expensive items.

Frugality is not deprivation. It’s about choosing when, where, and how we will spend our money. Often, that involves, buying long-lasting products, which tend to cost more than average.

Becoming comfortable with letting go of money is important in a balanced approach to finances. When we create goals, do our research, look for a great price, then paying cash for what we want can fit in with both frugality and good stewardship.

00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Viewer Question
06:31 - Make Saving for Large Purchases A Goal
06:54 - Pay Cash for Large Purchases
08:53 - Do Research before Making Large Purchases
11:34 - Research Alternative Products
12:30 - Consider Buying Used
14:10 - Find a Coupon for Large Purchases
14:50 - We Answer the Viewer’s Question
16:00 - Decide It’s Okay to Spend the Money

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