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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill. Used items don’t use up resources at the same rate, and many of them work just fine. It saves them money, as well as saving the planet!

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

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Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. Resources and a community of parents who’ve been through the same journey are available. Look for Second-Hand Items Babies grow quickly and outgrow their clothes and gear just as fast. You can also look online on Facebook or Craigslist for baby gear for sale by parents.

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used.

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10 Ways to Find Cash for your Summer Vacation

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But beware, people want to pay yard sale prices at a yard sale, so if you have more time, you could make more by selling larger or more valuable items on Craigslist, local consignment shops, or a local Facebook buy/sell page. How Much Should You Charge? When this vacation is over, starting planning for next year.

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Tips to Save on School Uniforms

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Thrift stores and consignment stores are a great resource for polos, dress shirts, khakis or long pants. eBay is also a good online resource for gently used clothes, shoes or other accessories. Shop Second-Hand. Don’t forget about shopping online.

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Find out how Jessica paid off $56,000 of student loans, credit cards, and a car loan.

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She owns Every Single Dollar , an online financial resource dedicated to helping single women make informed financial decisions and set themselves up for financial success. Consignment stores and auctions are a great way to buy clothes and furniture at low prices. Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. Tell us about yourself.