Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

I love to buy things second hand. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” The Items We Typically Buy Used.

Buying Second-Hand 177

Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

Additionally, it’s really important to us to have money to give to our kids so we save for that reason too. Another, very important frugal win, my very frugal husband who’s a natural saver and set us up for success by buying his first house (a foreclosed property) at 28. I dread the day we need to buy a new vehicle.

Oregon 190

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 190

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

This scenario is acted out in thousands of households every day; few people can afford to just go out and buy all the paraphernalia required for a baby. If you are anything like me, you will be tempted to buy every cute outfit you see, possibly in pink, blue and yellow, to make sure you are covered.

Saving Money 219

Saving Money Cribs and Bassinets Money Baby 219

For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Buy second hand. If a couple is done having children they may have plenty of gently used items they can give or sell you on the cheap. Cancel your cable and sign up for an online streaming service like Netflix or Hulu instead. Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items.

Baby 40

Baby Debt Credit Cards Phone Service 40

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

I want to challenge myself to rethink our purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions, like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. What We Won’t Give Up: My motto has always been “living well on less” and now it will be “living well on (even) less”.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Plan your gift giving for the year using my FREE Gift Spending excel spreadsheet. Challenge yourself to give a thoughtful gift without spending a lot of money. What luxury service can you give up…just until your emergency fund is full. There are online sites that will buy books. 9 – Find free entertainment.

Emergency Fund 100

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