Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 26, 2015
In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. March Update: I did a little shopping in March and it was mostly for our oldest daughter. But I also found success at a thrift store.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. One time to buy some gift cards for two teenage nephews’ birthdays. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store?
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 22, 2013
There are still more ‘me’ gifts I’d like to buy, but I’ve managed to hold off so far. However, in reviewing the best things to wait to buy on various sites, I find that cameras are one of those items. I learned late in life that there are best times to buy certain things. All things Christmas.
Family Balance Sheet
MAY 1, 2017
In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. Our 17 year old Kenmore washing machine stopped spinning the end of March. We found a guy who buys appliances from bank foreclosures and resells them. April’s Thrift Store Finds. Total Savings: $300.
Family Balance Sheet
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Also, I tend to keep pieces for a long time, as I learned years ago that buying quality clothing lasts much longer than fast fashion. While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans. I won’t need to buy jeans for a few years. $20
Family Balance Sheet
MAY 6, 2020
Life, as we knew it came to a halt for so many of us in mid-March, and life going forward will forever be known as pre-pandemic or post-pandemic. Thankfully, my pragmatic side took over and we decided to replace our tires and take the next year or so to save up enough money to buy a vehicle with cash. March 2020 arrived.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
It’s March 1, and I declare it Mindful March. 5 Action Steps for a Mindful March: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for March. Review your actual spending for January and February and choose one category to really focus on in March. Do you buy groceries, but have nothing to eat? 5 – Find Extra Cash.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
100 
Let's personalize your content