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16 Photos of Items That Used to Be Totally Free, but Now Cost Money (Video)

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In this 2 August 2026 published video, host Michael Bordenaro talks about how many everyday items which used to be completely free now come with a price tag attached.

  • Airlines used to let passengers check bags for free, but most now charge $30 to $50 per bag each way.
  • Choosing where you sit on a plane used to be included with your ticket.
  • Las Vegas resort parking used to be free for visitors and guests.
  • Filling your car tires with air used to be a free courtesy at most stations.
  • Single-use plastic and paper bags at checkout used to be handed out at no charge.
  • Some establishments now push bottled water or charge for service unless tap water is specifically requested.
  • Dipping sauces and extra toppings that were once complimentary now often cost extra.
  • Ordering takeout used to feature free delivery where you only tipped the driver.
  • Platforms that once offered simple, inclusive viewing now charge extra tiers to remove commercials.
  • Reading daily articles online used to be fully open before widespread paywalls.
  • Buying a program once meant owning it forever, whereas modern software requires ongoing monthly subscriptions.
  • Playing early or beta versions of games is now monetized under “early access” models.
  • Free bank checking accounts were once standard at nearly all financial institutions.
  • Using an ATM used to be free, and some banks even paid customers to use them.
  • Curbside or drop-off recycling programs which were tax-funded now charge specific municipal or private fees.
  • Wi-Fi, resort access, and parking were routinely bundled into the base price of a hotel room.

https://youtu.be/mDXK3YWf1Po



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