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These 10 Frugal Behaviors Are Officially Cheapskate Territory

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Ok, being frugal is great, and you can save a lot of money. Sometimes, being frugal is just not worth the insane amount of effort that people put into saving money- when that happens, it becomes "cheapskate" behavior and no longer, in this author's opinion, deserves the frugal title.

These "frugal" behaviors are officially cheapskate priority. If you see them online or in real life, then know that we think these are super cheap behaviors!

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Denying Yourself

Being frugal is about getting the most benefit and enjoyment they can for their money. Frugality isn't a reason to deny yourself things you want if you can afford them.

Instead, try to be mindful of spending on things you value rather than on the regular stuff people spend on that doesn't bring them joy.

Single Ply Toilet Paper

Did you know some people honestly prefer single-ply sandpaper? Oh, excuse me, I mean toilet paper. It's true. However, more don't than do, and it's a common theme running in certain frugal communities that single-ply toilet paper is cheapskate territory.

Reusable Toilet Paper

Okay, suddenly, one-ply isn't sounding too terrible. Another "cheapskate" approach to wiping one's bum is using reusable toilet paper known as "a family cloth." Maybe not such a great way to save money- the toilet paper is worth the "splurge."

Disadvantaging To Other People

Once your frugality causes disadvantages for others, you've become a cheapskate.

For example, taking two dozen napkins from a dispenser because they're "free" or stealing rolls of toilet paper from work. Taking advantage of others or making other people work more than their job description is officially cheapskate territory.

Cleaning Supplies

Never compromise when it comes to cleanliness. If you are rationing shampoo or conditioner or not running the dishwasher to save money- when you can afford it then you are a cheapskate. There are ways to save money on hygiene and cleanliness, but we refuse to budge on things that revolve around hygiene and cleanliness.

Driving Across Town for Gas

Driving to the other side of town to save $.05 on gas because it is the lowest price has drawbacks. For example, the time and gas it takes to do that may cost you more in the long run. If you are constantly spending more effort or time to save a few cents, then you are a cheapskate.

Sitting in the Dark

There's a line between being frugal and being a miser. For example, turning the lights off when you leave is frugal. On the other hand, leaving the lights off when you're home because dark is cheap is miserly.

When the Value of the Time Commitment for the Savings Is Too Great

Being a cheapskate is when the value of the time commitment for the savings is too great. For example, if something is going to take ten minutes and saves $100, that is a no-brainer. However, if it takes an hour and saves $5, that wastes your time and life.

Asking People for Free Things

Asking people for free things can cross the line into a cheapskate. Other people are often uncomfortable with it. When people hint towards wanting something, for example, asking about something you used to have and saying things like "give it to me if you don't need it"- that can be cheapskate territory. There are appropriate places to ask and find the free items (we give you so many ideas to find free items!), but asking friends or family is not one of them.

Condiment Packets and Sauces

Hoarding individual condiments and sauce packets made the list of being more cheapskate than frugal. If you get extra, then you can save them for emergencies or trips, but if you fill your pockets or your purse with salt packets and ketchup, we officially deem cheapskate behavior and not frugal.