Is Frugal Living Still the Secret to Saving Money in 2025?

Under the Median June 27, 2025
Video Thumbnail
Under the Median Logo

Under the Median

@underthemedian

About

Yes! You can be frugal and still have fun. Hi! We're Hope and Larry. We've raised four sons debt free, including paying cash for our home when our income averaged around $40K a year. We love helping people learn how to save more money, without feeling deprived. If you feel STUCK and unable to make progress on any of your money goals, grab a big dose of hope and guidance from us - a couple who figured out how to stretch their money and reach financial goals (even on low income) - and do it with a spirit of joy and abundance. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underthemedian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthemedian/ Request our FREE guide to saving money: "10 Ways to Radically Reduce Your Expenses" - https://www.subscribepage.com/radically-reduce-expenses

Video Description

Is frugal living still the best way to save money? What three budget areas are the most concerning, right now? Will there be a recession? In this video, we answer these questions and tell you why for frugal people, it really shouldn't matter if we are in a recession - or not. // FREE RESOURCE Learn how we slashed our budget dramatically in this FREE eBook, "Ten Ways to Radically Reduce Your Expenses": https://pages.underthemedian.com/radically-reduce-expenses //TOOLS AND SERVICES WE RECOMMEND: AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. We participate in the Amazon affiliate program and several other affiliate programs, as well. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you. ○ Mint Mobile: https://www.mintmobile.com/underthemedian ○ Graphic Artist: Our Logo design is by: Sarah Hallam, graphic artist:, contact her at: [email protected]. ○ Mailerlite - https://www.mailerlite.com/invite/53867ca569af5 DISCOUNT, COUPON, AND BROWSER EXTENSIONS WE RECOMMEND: ○ Rakuten: (Cash Back!) https://www.rakuten.com/r/HOPEWA158?eeid=28187 ○ Fetch: (Upload Receipt to Earn Gift Cards): https://referral.fetch.com/vvv3/referralsocial?code=3FUV4U //TIP JAR: Want to send us a special "Thank You" for our content? Here's our PayPal email address: [email protected] //WATCH MORE FRUGAL LIVING VIDEOS: ○ How to Beat Rising Summer Energy Bills: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaPiuONX1tU ○ 20 Easy Frugal Tips to Save $4000 a Year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPgf8NkK-5M&t=7s ○ Easy Frugal Habits that Save the MOST Money: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwhR3mGSAV4&t=110s //SHOP OUR E-BOOKS: https://underthemedian.com/shop //COME SAY HI! Our website: https://underthemedian.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underthemedian/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/underthemedian/ //ABOUT: We're Hope and Larry and we love practical frugality. We raised our four sons, debt-free, including paying cash for our home when our income was well under the national average. For tips on saving money, budgeting, paying off debt, and setting goals (while living with a spirit of joy and abundance), subscribe to us here on YouTube and visit us at our website and on social media. Information on Under the Median represents our opinions only. We are not medical doctors, medical professionals, nutritionists, or investment professionals. All content found on Under the Median is intended for informational purposes only. Please be sure to exercise due diligence and always contact a professional with any questions you may have regarding any information you have seen or heard on our YouTube channel. Use caution when following instructions in this video. The creator and publisher of this video will not be held responsible for any adverse effects that may arise from the use of any method on this channel. //CONTACT: For all inquiries, please use this email: [email protected]

Thrifty Savings Essentials

AI-recommended products based on this video

Loading...
Gumdrop ProTech Case for Dell New XPS 13 Plus 9320 Laptop- Slim Lightweight Case with Energy Displacement Protection, Non-Skid Rubber Feet and Frosted Exterior for Bumps and Drops (Black)

Gumdrop ProTech Case for Dell New XPS 13 Plus 9320 Laptop- Slim Lightweight Case with Energy Displacement Protection, Non-Skid Rubber Feet and Frosted Exterior for Bumps and Drops (Black)

(49)
$109.43$108.34
FREE delivery Aug 11 - 13
Loading...
Floating Bed Frame Queen Size, Queen Bed Frame with Smart LED Lights, Heavy Duty Modern Metal Platform Bed No Box Spring Needed - Easy Assembly and Noise Free

Floating Bed Frame Queen Size, Queen Bed Frame with Smart LED Lights, Heavy Duty Modern Metal Platform Bed No Box Spring Needed - Easy Assembly and Noise Free

(55)
$149.79
FREE delivery Tue, Jun 17
100+ bought in past month
Loading...
Adult Bike Helmet with LED Display, Smart LED Bicycle Helmet with Remote/APP Control, Waterproof Road Cycling Helmet with Turn Signals, with DIY Image Function, Speedometer, for Men/Women

Adult Bike Helmet with LED Display, Smart LED Bicycle Helmet with Remote/APP Control, Waterproof Road Cycling Helmet with Turn Signals, with DIY Image Function, Speedometer, for Men/Women

(44)
$89.99
FREE delivery Mon, Jun 16
Loading...
HiBloks Charging Station Compatible with Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (RW4006 & RW4008), Magnetic Charger Dock Stand with Fast Charging & LED Indicator for Smart Glasses & Glasses Case

HiBloks Charging Station Compatible with Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (RW4006 & RW4008), Magnetic Charger Dock Stand with Fast Charging & LED Indicator for Smart Glasses & Glasses Case

(27)
$42.99
FREE delivery Tue, Jun 17
Loading...
Hydroponics Growing System, Growell 16 Pods Indoor Garden with 28W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light, Auto Timer, 3 Smart Light Modes, 8L Large Herb Garden, Ideal Gardening Gift for Women, Men (Black)

Hydroponics Growing System, Growell 16 Pods Indoor Garden with 28W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light, Auto Timer, 3 Smart Light Modes, 8L Large Herb Garden, Ideal Gardening Gift for Women, Men (Black)

(253)
$129.99
PrimeFREE delivery Sat, Jun 14
Loading...
Simple Modern Filtered Water Bottle | Insulated Stainless-Steel Carbon Filter Travel Water Bottles | Reusable for Clean Drinking Water On The Go | 24oz, Sea Glass Sage

Simple Modern Filtered Water Bottle | Insulated Stainless-Steel Carbon Filter Travel Water Bottles | Reusable for Clean Drinking Water On The Go | 24oz, Sea Glass Sage

(26)
$30.13
FREE delivery Tue, Sep 23 on your first order
Loading...
BRITA Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Filter, 20 Ounce Premium Double Insulated Water Bottle, BPA Free, Carbon

BRITA Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Filter, 20 Ounce Premium Double Insulated Water Bottle, BPA Free, Carbon

(2,455)
$34.00$23.24
FREE delivery Tue, Sep 23 on your first order
400+ bought in past month
Loading...
Brita Stainless Steel Premium Filtering Water Bottle, BPA-Free, Reusable, Insulated, Replaces 300 Plastic Water Bottles, Filter Lasts 2 Months or 40 Gallons, Includes 1 Filter, Carbon - 20 oz.

Brita Stainless Steel Premium Filtering Water Bottle, BPA-Free, Reusable, Insulated, Replaces 300 Plastic Water Bottles, Filter Lasts 2 Months or 40 Gallons, Includes 1 Filter, Carbon - 20 oz.

(2,652)
$81.37$76.36
FREE delivery Sep 29 - Oct 2
Loading...
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw for Sports, Travel, and School BPA-Free Sports Water Bottle, 24 oz, Surfs Edge
Best Seller

Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw for Sports, Travel, and School BPA-Free Sports Water Bottle, 24 oz, Surfs Edge

(72,319)
$28.99
FREE delivery Fri, Jun 20 on your first order
1K+ bought in past month
Loading...
Pedicure Foot File - Stainless Steel Foot File | Toe Gaps Cleaning Brush | Long Handled Toe Cleaning Brush | Callus Remover Feet Scrubber | Crevice Care Pedicure Tool For Wet And Dry Feet

Pedicure Foot File - Stainless Steel Foot File | Toe Gaps Cleaning Brush | Long Handled Toe Cleaning Brush | Callus Remover Feet Scrubber | Crevice Care Pedicure Tool For Wet And Dry Feet

(0)
$6.69
$1.99 delivery Jun 20 - Jul 7
Loading...
KINGRACK 4 Step Ladder, Sturdy Steel Step Stool with Tool Platform, Safe-Lock, Handrail, Anti-Slip Wide Pedals, Pass 800lbs Load Testing, Folding Portable Ladder for Multi-Purpose, Home Kitchen, Black Global Recycled Standard

KINGRACK 4 Step Ladder, Sturdy Steel Step Stool with Tool Platform, Safe-Lock, Handrail, Anti-Slip Wide Pedals, Pass 800lbs Load Testing, Folding Portable Ladder for Multi-Purpose, Home Kitchen, Black Global Recycled Standard

(1,607)
$113.99
50+ bought in past month
Loading...
Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling 45dB, Reusable Silicone Earplugs with 8 Eartips and Travel Case, Soft Comfort Hearing Protection for Concerts, Snoring, Travel, Study-Pink

Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling 45dB, Reusable Silicone Earplugs with 8 Eartips and Travel Case, Soft Comfort Hearing Protection for Concerts, Snoring, Travel, Study-Pink

(26)
$23.99
FREE delivery Thu, Apr 23 on your first order
Loading...
Awant Adhesive Sticky Push up Strapless Invisible Stick on Reusable Silicone Bra for Women Dress Breast Lift
Best Seller

Awant Adhesive Sticky Push up Strapless Invisible Stick on Reusable Silicone Bra for Women Dress Breast Lift

(5,856)
$21.90
FREE delivery Thu, Sep 4 on your first order
900+ bought in past month
Loading...
Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling -30dB, Reusable Silicone Earplugs for Noise Reduction, Hearing Protection Ear Plugs with 8 Eartips and Carrying Case

Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling -30dB, Reusable Silicone Earplugs for Noise Reduction, Hearing Protection Ear Plugs with 8 Eartips and Carrying Case

(38)
$13.99
FREE delivery Wed, Aug 20 on your first order
500+ bought in past month
Loading...
Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling -45dB, Soft and Reusable Silicone Hearing Protection Earplugs with 8 Eartips and Carrying Case, for Sleeping, Concert, Working, Studying, Traveling (Black)

Ear Plugs for Sleeping Noise Cancelling -45dB, Soft and Reusable Silicone Hearing Protection Earplugs with 8 Eartips and Carrying Case, for Sleeping, Concert, Working, Studying, Traveling (Black)

(100)
$29.99
FREE delivery Wed, Aug 20 on your first order
500+ bought in past month
Loading...
Piggy Bank for Kids - Electronic Money Saving Box w/Code- ATM Safe - Toy Coin Bank - Boys Toys for Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 - Birthday Gifts for 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Year Old Boy and Girl (Pink & Silver)

Piggy Bank for Kids - Electronic Money Saving Box w/Code- ATM Safe - Toy Coin Bank - Boys Toys for Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 - Birthday Gifts for 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Year Old Boy and Girl (Pink & Silver)

(417)
$21.36
Prime
Loading...
Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

(32)
$8.99
FREE delivery Wed, Mar 25 on your first order
Loading...
Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

(34)
$8.70
FREE delivery Fri, Feb 13 on your first order
300+ bought in past month
Loading...
Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

Windshield Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit (2 Pack) (Black)

(41)
$8.18
Prime
800+ bought in past month
Loading...
Windshield Crack Repair kit Windshield Repair kit, Glass Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit 2 Pack (Drakgray)
Best Seller

Windshield Crack Repair kit Windshield Repair kit, Glass Repair kit, DIY Glass Cracked Repair Kits, Easy to Use Automotive Glass Nano Repair Fluid, Scratch Chip Cracks Repair Kit 2 Pack (Drakgray)

(44)
$9.20
FREE delivery Fri, Oct 24 on your first order
500+ bought in past month
Loading...
SEVEN WARRIOR Gaming Desk with LED Lights & Power Outlets, 55" Computer Desk with Monitor Shelf, Home Office Desk with Cup Holder and Headphone Hook, Ergonomic, Carbon Fiber Surface Black

SEVEN WARRIOR Gaming Desk with LED Lights & Power Outlets, 55" Computer Desk with Monitor Shelf, Home Office Desk with Cup Holder and Headphone Hook, Ergonomic, Carbon Fiber Surface Black

(693)
$109.99
FREE delivery Thu, Jun 26
Loading...
Rolanstar Computer Desk with File Drawer, 64" L Shaped Desk with Power Outlet & LED Strip, L Shaped Computer Corner Desk with File Cabinet, Gaming Desk with Monitor Shelf, Home Office Desk, White

Rolanstar Computer Desk with File Drawer, 64" L Shaped Desk with Power Outlet & LED Strip, L Shaped Computer Corner Desk with File Cabinet, Gaming Desk with Monitor Shelf, Home Office Desk, White

(1,369)
$219.99
FREE delivery Thu, Jun 26
Loading...
Gawfolk 32 Inch 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) High Resolution,60Hz Ultra-Thin Bezel Computer Monitor ,with HDMI/DP, Home Office Business PC Monitor, Black

Gawfolk 32 Inch 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) High Resolution,60Hz Ultra-Thin Bezel Computer Monitor ,with HDMI/DP, Home Office Business PC Monitor, Black

(18)
$212.49
FREE delivery Tue, Oct 7
100+ bought in past month
Loading...
Seventable L Shaped Computer Desk with Drawers 47.2 inch,Gaming Desk with Power Outlets & LED Lights,Reversible Office Desk with Storage Shelves,Corner Desk with Monitor Stand for Home Office White

Seventable L Shaped Computer Desk with Drawers 47.2 inch,Gaming Desk with Power Outlets & LED Lights,Reversible Office Desk with Storage Shelves,Corner Desk with Monitor Stand for Home Office White

(597)
$129.99
FREE delivery Thu, Jun 26
50+ bought in past month