13 Everyday Things I Don't Buy Anymore
Kallie Branciforte of But First, Coffee, talks about things she doesn’t buy anymore. She made these 13 changes to simplify her life and become debt-free after making many bad past financial decisions. Here’s where Kallie cut back, her philosophies, and her quick tips for success:
1. Eating out
Don’t go cold turkey on this, just cut back slowly.
2. Fast fashion
Focus on quality, versatility, and classic styles to unclog your closet.
3. Accessories
It’s overwhelming to keep clutter organized and remember to wear everything.
4. One-time purchases
Cut back on buying holiday decor or items for single events that you’ll never use again.
5. Purchasing on credit cards
Use online when necessary, but use mostly cash.
6. Anything that can be financed
Even if you can presently afford monthly payments, what happens if you have an emergency and you can’t make the monthly payments?
7. Monthly subscriptions
Actively monitor what you use and don’t use anymore.
8. Disposable razors
Invest in a reusable razor or similar.
9. The second grocery trip
Meal plan and cut extra trips to the store that result in spontaneous purchases.
10. Being disorganized
Organize so you don’t need to repurchase items you lost.
11. Living up to others’ expectations
Don’t buy things to impress someone else.
12. Buying out of boredom
Don’t spend money out of boredom.
13. Buying based on other people’s lives
Don’t be influenced by what other people use in their lives.
Have Kallie’s choices inspired your own? What are some of the things you don’t need to buy now that you’ve heard about Kallie’s experience? Let us know in the comments.
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Yeah I get it..... but I travel a
lot for work..... most
places don't take cash anymore!!
i used to to cash to budget what I spend- so that is a little out of date
buy quality so you don't have to replace cheap junk.