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Not So Free – Free Things

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I love going to garage sales. My Mother-in-law broke up her household of 50+ years in 2009. But for small businesses that trade may be unacceptable. “. Free is good, right? Someone offers to pass along something to you at no cost, should you take it? Maybe, maybe not. In the past, I have jumped on these opportunities.

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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Instead of buying items that you may only need for one time, you should consider borrowing items from a friend, family member, or a neighbor. You no longer have to go to garage sales and flea markets to pick up these items. You are giving a home to a perfectly good item that may have been unjustly disposed of.

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You may need to spend some time writing down your goals and/or expectations for retirement, but asking the questions is where everyone begins. It may not be: you might have a good treatment option available, or your pet might be best living out his or her final days. Yet, just thinking about retirement.