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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I own a blog and some other websites and have been wanting a new camera to take pictures and videos for them. Since my blog is set up as a business, I could deduct the expense – or at least depreciate the asset over time – reducing my taxes. Look on Craigs list and in local consignment shops for nearly new exercise equipment.

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2012 in 2012

Saving SAHM Sanity

Boy, I knew it would be a challenge to declutter while in college and caring for my two children, but I honestly thought I'd be doing a little better than I am. I spent my spring break in bed with the flu instead of spring cleaning. Not sure which is worse, lol. Total items = 147 1797 - 147 = 1650 items to go! I'm at 362. So that's 197 items behind.

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Vintage Point: Brooches

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

Not surprisingly, brooches can be found all over Etsy and Ebay , but I would definitely check out your favorite local vintage and/or consignment shop for a selection you can oogle over in person. Just remember this: if there is ever a time to go bonkers with out-there baubles, THIS IS IT, ladies. Your weekend getup never looked so special.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Not sure if online consignment shopping is right for you, use my referral link for a store credit for first time thredUP shoppers to try it out. 25 – Start a blog. Blogging is not a get rich quick scheme. A great place to start is by reading Ruth Soukup’s book, How To Blog For Profit: Without Selling Your Soul.

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The Final Day of 31 Days to Find $1000 ~ How Did You Do?

Family Balance Sheet

We got rid of clutter by selling some stuff and returning unused purchases, we were able to reduce our spending by $100 during the month by being more deliberate with our money and I met some new blogging friends who were also participating in the challenge. Day 16: Shop Thrift or Consignment Stores. Not too bad! So how did you do?

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