Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2011

An estimated $600 billion (yes, with a “b”) is spent globally on advertising every year, convincing us to buy things we probably don’t need. In America you are all about the deal” said Mathias. He went on to explain how out of every country he’s been too, America is by far the most obsessed with deals, discounts, and bonus offers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2021

Finding a great deal on purchases is a quick way to save money, as why pay full price if you can get a discount? You can even use voucher code websites to discover all of these deals in one place. Buy Second-hand. That’s where buying second-hand can help reduce the amount you pay. Take Advantage of Discounts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 18, 2021

Finding a great deal on purchases is a quick way to save money, as why pay full price if you can get a discount? You can even use voucher code websites to discover all of these deals in one place. Buy Second-hand. That’s where buying second-hand can help reduce the amount you pay. Take Advantage of Discounts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

How Many Times Will You Have to Buy That? If you are buying something that you hope will last, it can make sense to spend a little more for higher quality. Indeed, our neighbor, who buys the cheapest he can find, has been through three sets of tools in the last seven years. We like to find good deals. Sign me up!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Our consumer-driven society is one that results in a great deal of waste. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. Nor is it healthy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Research There are probably many more options for buying organic food in your community than you’re aware of. Start off by just buying a small number of organic foods. Buy Store-Brand Organics Many grocery store chains are beginning to stock store-brand organic products. Celery, for example, is always on that list.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2012

The following list features some common drinks and how to save money when you buy them. Coffee – As you saw, it is easy to overspend when you buy a lot of coffee house coffee. If you are buying cans or small bottles on a regular basis, you can switch to buying two liters. How do you save money when buying beverages?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2016

It happens many times that you enter into a store for buying a product and you see your required product with two different names: one is brand name while other is local or simply new name. This means that if you buy a non-brand product then you have a chance to save some bucks. How to deal with this phobia? What you do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 31, 2011

Buying a new home is not a matter that can be taken lightly. Hence, one should pay attention to every single detail while looking for and buying a house. Today I am going to share with you some important things to consider when buying a house. Scrutinizing a house before striking the final deal is the most important aspect here.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Large store chains typically offer their shoppers the ability to bring in ads from competitors and buy those advertised products for those discounted prices right in their store. You can save tons of money over the course of the year by buying off brands, especially when stores offer deals such as buy one get one or buy 10 for $10.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

You can easily go to the craft store and buy whatever you need. Buy in Season and Buy Local. Buying in season means that supply is plentiful and prices are cheap. Buying local is cheaper because the transportation costs are lower. You can save as much as 50-60% off when you buy these deals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

A lot of the things that you’ll be buying will only be in use for a matter of months so it makes little sense to buy everything brand new if you’re on a budget. Don’t look to buy used car seats though as you can’t be sure of their safety and whether they have previously been involved in an accident.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Consider the best and worst case scenarios and how you would deal with each one if you make this decision. Lets say you are deciding whether to buy a new home now while mortgages are low and the housing market depressed. Buying a foreclosure? Sleep on the decision to even buy a home. Don’t buy with your emotions.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

Even if you’re a very organized person, it’s all too easy to forget something important and need to make a return trip, which again increases your chances are buying more than you planned. Let the deals come to you. Buying in bulk isn’t always best. Pay in cash. Compare prices. Don’t shop in a rush.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2011

At the end of the rental term, the buyer can buy the home at the price both parties agreed on, and they’re already part of the way there. If the buyer still can’t get a loan at the end of the rental term, the seller can finance the deal themselves or keep the buyer as tenant. 5 Home Buying Fundamentals to Remember.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Christmas Trees and Lights in the UK has some great ideas on how to turn a white Christmas into a green Christmas… Buy Smarter Look for locally made gifts at craft fairs and boutique shops. In a similar way, buying organic local produce from farmers’ markets will cut down on the food miles and CO 2 emissions. Just Buy Less!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

Do you often make impulse buys? These are the times I buy the wrong thing or something I didn’t really need. These buying mistakes can be costly; I have found this out the hard way. When you are buying ‘needs’, shop around for the best deal and the best value for money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Buy good clothing, used. Avoid buying cheap clothing new. With fresh food – buy only what you can eat before it goes bad. A good deal on a big bag of fresh lettuce isn’t thrifty if you can’t use it up before it rots. This used to be a common occurrence with a shoe repair shop on every main street.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2011

If you’re not organized, it’s much more likely that you’ll be tempted into buying things that you don’t really need. This will enable you to move from aisle to aisle without having to go back and get things that you’ve missed out so there is less chance of being sucked into impulse buys. Know where the impulse buys will be.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

shopping for savings by comparing prices, using coupons, coupon codes and other discounts and making sure they are buying the teacher specified items. In our neighborhood folks buy really nice name brand clothing for their kids. Band with neighbors or friends to buy school supplies in bulk – then spit the cost between you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 20, 2014

Do you have enough money to buy an investment property? You could flip a house, or buy a multi-family complex and rent out the units. Perhaps you don’t have a ton of money to invest, but you could buy some dividend stocks and start building your income portfolio.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2011

Here are ways to avoid having a sour experience when buying a used car: Know where to buy. Probably the best place to buy a used car is from a new car dealership. That doesn’t mean there aren’t deals to be had; you simply have to take a little more care in researching the car you have your eye on. Do your homework.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

If you’re afraid buying something when you need it will cost more, you’re probably right. However, you can always borrow what you need from someone or buy it used. Deal with mail immediately. My new rule is to deal with mail as it comes in so there won’t be paper piles.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 16, 2012

If you are looking for a way to save some money or if you are looking for a place to find good deals, you should check out your local thrift. If you want to find great deals for clothing for you and your entire family, you should search these thrift stores and the local ones. You should check back often for new deals and new clothing.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2011

One reason most of us hate to go to a car dealer to buy a car is because it is one of the few places where negotiation is expected, and we aren’t good at it. My daughter-in-law walked into a furniture store and talked the manager into giving her a 20% off the top discount on all furniture purchased that day – since she was buying a lot.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Home decorating is another area where it may be possible to sew your own cheaper than buying. Easy deal and much cheaper than buying drapes at the time. Today it is much less expensive to buy your clothes, even if you buy brand new and certainly if you shop some of the chic re-sale shops or even the thrift stores.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 17, 2013

We got a great deal because we used the bidding tool that Priceline and some other sites allow you to use. Daily Deal Websites. One time I was on Groupon looking to see whether or not there was a daily deal on my favourite restaurant, and I came across Groupon Getaways. Just be sure to read the reviews before booking anything.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Point out the little shelf stickers that show how much it costs per unit and explain why a cheaper price isn’t always the best deal. Look for end displays of special deals and talk to the kids about why retailers make those special displays (create excitement, provide convenience, get rid of something they overstocked on and etc).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It can take a great deal of time to cook for a family every day, and in many houses the kitchen is a place to socialize, to work on homework, to eat, etc. You can also buy cloth napkins. Some nights, paper plates are a lifesaver, but overall it is much less expensive to wash your ceramic plates than it is to buy paper ones.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

First think about focusng on what your primary objective is and deal with that instead of trying to avoid this holiday tradition altogether. Here are a few: Wait until just before Halloween to buy the treats. My hubby usually likes to buy the candy he likes and starts getting it way before Halloween. Keep your receipt!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

You’ll have to figure out where to put everything in the new place and perhaps buy other things to get everything up to snuff. At some point, we will just need to go or stay and deal with the consequences! What Features Are Most Important When Buying (and Selling) a What To Consider When Deciding To Buy a Home Relocating?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2011

Going to a neighborhood garage sale affords not only bargain hunting, negotiation honing and scoping out of real estate deals, but at the same time gives great walking exercise (assuming they don’t drive to each house!). Buying pre-owned things at garage sales is always tax free! Some millionaires buy and re-sell goods.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 2, 2013

Choose a color that will go well with your furniture so that you do not need to buy new furniture just to make everything match. Instead of buying a new couch or new upholstery, drape the couch with a nice blanket or purchase a slipcover. Buy new sheets or a new bed set. Install new drapes. You can add new throw pillows too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 23, 2012

With interest rates at all time lows, more foreclosures coming on the market and prices at decade low levels, you may be looking to buy a home or investment property. To get the best deal when buying your house, you have to negotiate. To get the best buy on new furniture to fill your house, you have to negotiate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2017

Here are a couple to watch for and deal with. In order to feel better and ‘exact revenge’ on your spouse, you decide to go buy something for yourself – maybe that new piece of camping equipment you’ve been wanting or perhaps that day at the spa you’ve been dreaming of. Revenge spending.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This post is from Charles at CreditDonkey, where he writes about frugal credit card deals and tips. Don’t Overdue it : When you go shopping, and find a good deal, it’s a good idea to stockpile. However, do not go overboard, and buy all the items on the shelf.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Almost all the time, if you buy your ticket after 3 pm, you can stay the rest of that day and get in for the entire next day on the same ticket. Sometimes you can find offers from local resorts and hotels for deals, such as this Hunters Friend Resort offer of 2 days for the price of one at Silver Dollar City. Local business offers.

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