David Lichtenstein Quotes

I was never stupid with my money, because I grew up without it. So when I started to make some, I was like, 'Okay, first rule of thumb, I'm not buying it unless I've got the money to buy it,' so I have no debt.

I don't like being in debt, and I wouldn't borrow money for anything.

I have a nest egg, and I don't buy above my means.

I have never had personal debt and never will.

Since having kids, I am more careful about saving rather than splurging. I used to spend all my money on trainers and high heels that I couldn't walk in.

The best money advice ever given me was from my father. When I was a little girl, he told me, 'Don't spend anything unless you have to.'

I was very fortunate that I saved my money and I still do.

Pull in your belt, spend less, and reduce debt.

If you can't pay for a thing, don't buy it. If you can't get paid for it, don't sell it. Do this, and you will have calm and drowsy nights, with all of the good business you have now and none of the bad. If you have time, don't wait for time.

Every year of my working life, I have been fortunate enough to earn more money than I have spent.

I fear debt. I don't like being indebted to banks. I have a rule in life that I will get it when I can afford it.

If there's not enough money in the bank account, you don't spend it.

If I can afford a $1,000 apartment, I'm going to try to find a $600 apartment and save the $400 towards something I want to invest in.

I am naturally cautious so I guess I am a saver. I'm a firm believer in not borrowing money, which is a lesson passed down to me from my parents and grandparents.

I always encourage our people and young business people that I meet to have a respect for cash, keeping some in their pockets and purses at all times. To me, that's essential.

If saving money is wrong, I don't want to be right!

It pays to be a fee fiend.

Find $50 a month for savings. No excuses!

Cut back your spending now.

Those who spend too fast never grow rich.

The way to build your savings is by spending less each month.

I'm more of a debit card person, and I live in the 'now'. I don't like credit cards anymore. I try to live with whatever I can afford and don't try to put myself in an awkward position. I've done that before.

Your goal should be to pay off your credit card bills in full at the end of each month and set aside money toward your emergency savings.

If you're trying to get out of debt, you have to be willing to treat everything as expendable.

Never spend your money before you have earned it.