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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Neighborhood sales are my favorite, and they are prolific in spring and fall. I can park my car and walk from sale to sale, getting a bit of exercise, enjoying the fine weather and seeing the architecture and landscaping of the homes along the way. Sales are a great place to find your Christmas décor.

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4 Crazy Hard Things To Check On When Buying a Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

What is there today may drastically change tomorrow. What you see today as a quiet family friendly zone, may actually already be on its way to becoming a commercial district. Garage sales make a good excuse to get into the area without it seeming weird or awkward. You probably should be buying your home for the long term.