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00:00People are sharing everyday items that have become unexpected luxuries.
00:05Number 1. Going to the movies.
00:08Tickets and snacks cost more, premium seating adds fees, pushing people toward pricier streaming subscriptions instead.
00:15Number 2. Eating out at restaurants.
00:18Menu prices, tips, and service fees make dining out feel celebratory.
00:23Many replace sit-down meals with home cooking.
00:25Number 3. Buying fresh produce.
00:28Fresh fruit now feels like a splurge.
00:31Berries often cost more than processed snacks, pushing shoppers toward frozen or canned.
00:37Number 4. Taking a family vacation.
00:40Higher gas, lodging, fees, and taxes transform simple road trips into costly endeavors.
00:45Many families postpone or cancel vacations.
00:48Number 5. Fast food.
00:51Formerly cheap combo meals now exceed $10.
00:54Families increasingly cook at home as dollar menus disappear.
00:58Number 6. Owning a home.
01:01Mortgage rates, limited inventory, and inflated prices push home ownership out of reach, keeping many renters sidelined longer than expected.
01:09Number 7. Buying a car.
01:12New and used vehicles carry elevated prices from shortages.
01:15Financing exists, but higher interest rates compound overall ownership costs.
01:20Number 8. Heating and cooling the house.
01:23Rising energy bills make climate control a calculated choice.
01:27Many limit AC or heat to manage monthly budgets.
01:31Number 9. Getting a haircut.
01:34Basic salon cuts often exceed $50, plus tips and product upsells, turning routine trims into occasional luxuries.
01:41Number 10. Childcare and babysitting.
01:45Babysitting rates and daycare tuition rival housing costs.
01:47Families budget monthly for childcare, once considered occasional or informal.
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