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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” While they may have had to buy used in the early days of their marriage, they now likely have enough money to buy new, but they choose not to. Buying used isn’t just for those who want to save money. Do you buy used?

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Choose Thrift First – April Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I’m a bit squeamish about bringing used upholstered furniture into my house. See you on Thursday, May 28.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

You may even be able to eliminate larger bills by getting rid of the service altogether. Buy second hand. Nursery furniture and toys can be picked up at a fraction of the price. If a couple is done having children they may have plenty of gently used items they can give or sell you on the cheap.

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How to Shop and Save Money when Expecting a Baby

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This scenario is acted out in thousands of households every day; few people can afford to just go out and buy all the paraphernalia required for a baby. When you first hit the baby stores, you will find a huge range of products, some of which you may have never even heard of before. DIY whenever you can; you will save a load of cash.