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Saving Money on Renovations

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Craigslist has a bad rap. It’s true that there are many scams out there on Craigslist, and other local classifieds sites, but there are also some great deals. As an example, on the local Craigslist, there was a Maax Keystone White Soaker tub for $200 OBO, brand new. Classified Ads.

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Friday Links – Love Is In The Air Edition

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Are you a fan of Craigslist? If so, read Sean from One Smart Dollar’s post about 5 Popular Craigslist Scams to Watch Out For. If you’re planning a wedding, you definitely won’t want to miss Tori’s post about Saving Money On Weddings: If It Sounds Too Good To Be True… over at Money Life and More.

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How to Furnish a New Home For Next to Nothing

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I mentioned that our pub style table and chairs didn’t work well in our dining room, but the bar stool chairs were the perfect height, so they worked great for the kitchen island, and we were able to sell the table on Craigslist. It was a lightly stained wood, and we wanted a solid white, so it would integrate with the room better.

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Flaky Accountability Partners

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Posting on Craigslist. I met a great walking partner in the past on Craigslist , so I am trying that route again. I rather not pay $20-$50 a month for the privilege of using sweaty equipment and walking on a treadmill. So I branched out to find a partner for motivation.

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Ways to Make Your Next Move More Eco Friendly

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Many people would rather just buy the boxes, paper, and bubble wrap at a discounted price on Craigslist and get everything they need at once. Sure, people can get moving boxes for free by calling their local grocery store, but going back and forth to the store several times in a week to get a few boxes at a time can be a real pain.

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Children’s Music on a Budget

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Craigslist – a quick search in my area under musical instruments looking for keyboards showed them from $30 and up. Check out your local school to see if they have a music program for the kids. My grandson gets to play various instruments in his 3 rd grade music class, without having to purchase them. Find A Used Instrument.

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5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time

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Just visit sites like Ebay, Amazon, and Craigslist. Buying automobiles, electronics, furniture, and home appliances second hand is easier than ever with the rise of online auction sites. You no longer have to go to garage sales and flea markets to pick up these items. You are also saving money by not having to go buy a brand new product.