Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 3, 2014
In addition, I sometimes practice my negotiation skills by bargaining with the seller. Another benefit is that I am cutting the governments out of the loop – there no sales taxes on used stuff (except big things of course, like boats or cars). I used it for years and sold it – for $25 – last summer in my own garage sale.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 11, 2014
Here are my tips on collecting for fun and profit – from the niece of a collector, the wife of another and a former antique booth businesswoman. If you do find a bargain, there is most likely something wrong with the object. Like anything else, you make your money when you buy, not when you sell. Buy pieces only in great condition.
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