Is “Pay Yourself First” Still the Best Rule? | Throwback Tuesdays

Is “Pay Yourself First” Still the Best Rule? | Throwback Tuesdays

Published: July 28, 2026

Duration: 3:09

“Pay yourself first” is one of the most popular rules in personal finance. And to be fair, it’s popular for a reason: it’s simple, memorable, and it works.

But what if saving 10% isn’t enough?

In this Throwback Tuesday snippet, Bryce and Ben unpack why the classic “pay yourself first” rule might still leave room for lifestyle creep… and how trapping more of your surplus can help you put your money to better use.

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 191| Seven Steps to Make Money Simple Again. 


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