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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Just look at the many people scouring garage sales in the summer. Kitchen Appliances. Over the years, we’ve had a variety of used kitchen appliances. What I love about buying used appliances is that the item is likely to stand up to wear and tear. Toaster Oven I bought a toaster oven at a garage sale for $2.

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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Secondhand products are often just as effective and as attractive as brand new items.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate.

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9 Tips for Setting up and Settling into a New Home

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Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell. Pay special attention to areas that might get overlooked, such as inside cabinets, appliances, and closet shelves. Not only does this lighten your load, but it can also provide extra funds to help with moving expenses.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you are budgeting for furniture and appliances, your may have more creativity than cash. You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. Savvy decorators can give a living room or bedroom a makeover with a budget as small as $500.

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10 Reasons You’re Broke

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You go weekend e-baying, garage-saling or to the flea markets. In one month every single appliance in our house broke from the stove to the washer to the toaster. If you think you need it, attend shopoholics anonymous. You have bad money habits. You have pizza every Friday night. You have a latte on the way to work every day.

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The Best Time to Buy Anything During the Year – Details

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Earth Day: Natural and organic foods and personal care products, reusable bags and water bottles, Energy Star appliances, CFL and LED lighting. Other Items on Sale: Last-minute cruise deals, discounted gym memberships, end-of-fiscal-year electronics, tax discounts, and secondhand items at garage sales.