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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. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Blender Fifteen years ago, I bought a blender at a garage sale for $3. Electronics.

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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, I wait until spring and summer to buy decorations – and get them at garage sales. That should give me enough time to figure out what kind of camera I really need! Stores also stock up on gift sets with cosmetics for the holidays and may need to move it fast in January. Winter clothes. Cosmetics and jewelry.

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3 Savvy Ways to Save on Kids’ Sports Gear

Couponing 101

Making sure your child has everything he or she needs to excel at game time can drain your budget. Secondhand gear should work just fine and will give your child an opportunity to try the sport out before you invest a lot of money. Sports equipment can get pricey. If you want to set your child up for success, what else can you do?

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Super Saver Holiday Ideas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. You can pick up beautiful decorations, wreaths, linens, trees and more at these sales. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. These make nice gifts too.

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20 Tips for Frugal Living

For the Mommas

Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. Ask around, see if someone you know may have an extra of something they’re not using and don’t need so they’d be happy to give it to you. You can end up well ahead in the long run. Eat out less.