Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. 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. I’m in good company with my love of all things used. Electronics.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. We found a guy who buys appliances from bank foreclosures and resells them. April’s Thrift Store Finds. My next stop was my favorite thrift store, Community Aid. The big hitters this month saved us about $500.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 29, 2011

Broken or unused appliances have many components, which will contribute to a variety of up-cycling projects. Cover thrift store finds such as boxes and crates with dish shards for an awesome magazine rack. Old power cords from appliances are great for stripping and using the fine wire for other craft and jewelry projects.

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Cycle Budgeting Budget Christmas 199

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From taking good care of your car, to properly caring for your clothing, to keeping your appliances in working order, taking care of what you already have helps it last longer. Before you get rid of items that are still in usable condition, consider trying to sell them, or give them to a thrift store.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 19, 2012

Household items that can be deducted if donated are furniture and furnishings, electronics, appliances, linens, and other similar items. You should claim as the value the price that buyers of used items actually pay in used clothing stores, such as consignment or thrift shops.". Household items.

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For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed. Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items. Cancel your cable and sign up for an online streaming service like Netflix or Hulu instead. Buy second hand.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

You can make it fun for you kids by running a household scavenger hunt in which you reward you children for finding household items to donate, such as clothes, toys, books, old appliances, and canned goods.

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