Comment by ghaff

I think you're being a bit unfair. I have no doubt he is pretty frugal. That said, I'm not a huge fan of his schtick but recognize that there are people who probably benefit from the over-the-top exhortations to avoid spending money. A lot of people fritter away a lot on things that they don't need and may not even especially enjoy. Which has been my main takeaway on those occasions when I've skimmed his site. Whatever works.