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How I Quit Overpacking

Shereen Travels Cheap

One of the easiest ways to save money (and time) on travel is by traveling with just a carry-on. My journey to carry-on packing started in 2006, when we were on our honeymoon and had two checked bags and a large personal item. This easy layer is perfect for saving space in your bag and wearing it on the plane isn't a big deal.

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11 Things I learned After Owning a Vacation Property

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We purchased a vacation condo in a local resort area in 2006 (yep, right before the crash). Yet we plunked down the huge $25,000 sale price to get a slip in it – not even requiring that the money be put into escrow. We get more money, more days rented, and fewer hassles with me renting it than we did when it was under management.

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The Peach Tree Battle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

History In 2006 I planted fruit trees, in anticipation of retiring and having time to pick and use the harvest. We spent money for fertilizer and amendments. We spent money for water. What a deal! I’ll be spending some time and money at farmers market to find some nice peaches to use! for EACH cherry.

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20% off Music Lessons at TakeLessons.com

Nicoles Nickels

This is a great deal on music lessons! Right now you can get a great deal from TakeLessons.com. There are teachers available for all ages and skill levels and there is a 100% money back guarantee if you’re not satisfied after your first lesson. I took piano as a child and it taught me about practice and discipline!

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How to Shop for a Used Car

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

That doesn’t mean there aren’t deals to be had; you simply have to take a little more care in researching the car you have your eye on. 5] “New vs. Used, the Right Choice for You,” msmoney.com,1 July, 2006, Web.1 Buying from a private owner is the riskiest way to go, because you’re buying “as is”. 01 July 2011, [link]. [5]

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Reviewing The World’s Landfills – A Future Fictional Business Plan Excerpt

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This was stated after examining the various failed attempts to find and implement an effective and sustainable way to deal with trash and waste. Of the 251 million tons (228 million metric tons) of trash, or solid waste, generated in the United States in 2006, about 81.8 He noted that although methods. How Landfills Work.

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Are You Planning For Aging in Place?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When we remodeled the master bath in 2006, we added grab bars in the shower, by the toilet and the whirlpool bath. Have you made changes to deal with planning for advancing age? You may need high toilets, sit down areas in step-less showers, lever handles on faucets, beds that are easy to get into and out of and etc.

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