Discount Coder UK

JULY 10, 2012

And bargaining can cut the cost of buying second hand (and occasionally new) stuff by a handy amount. I live in Brighton and we’re used to it, with the city’s countless independent shops, boot fairs, vintage outlets, boot fairs and junk emporia. Being British, it doesn’t always come naturally. read more.

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Haggle Haggling Buying Second-Hand Bargain 53

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 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. We have some hefty financial goals this year and this is just one more way for me to squeeze more from our budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2012

Try buying second hand books or looking for inexpensive e-books to save money. Simply place a comfortable chair by a window and set a floor lamp or a small table and a lamp next to it. You can take time out every week to read the paper, or a magazine, or a new book.

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Hobby Cheap Family Inexpensive 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Consider cash-saving strategies such as borrowing, hiring, shopping at cheaper stores, buying second-hand or asking the new grandparents to buy a particular item. So, to shop and save money when you are expecting a baby, firstly think carefully about what you definitely need and purchase these items first.

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Saving Money Cribs and Bassinets Baby Shopping 219

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. We have some hefty financial goals this year and this is just one more way for me to squeeze more from our budget.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores March Clothes 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

So for 2015, I want to challenge myself and you, 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. Too often, I resort to the mall or Target when I need or want something. This is going to be a daily challenge for me.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores 2015 Band-Aid 100

Saving SAHM Sanity

APRIL 22, 2013

Buy second hand. ~Use reusable bags These take a little more time and cost a little more: ~Use your library! My library allows me not only to check out books, but magazines, movies, even video games. Meat, veggies, clothes, ect. Check out consignment mommies for seasonal consignment sales near you.

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Consignment Buying Second-Hand Compost Composting 45

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. You will save about $2.50 a day, and avoid sending those paper cups to the landfill. Choose thrift first. The result is less packaging in the land fills, and the money saved is still in your pocket.

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Gift Cards Saving Money Giveaway Food 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 20, 2013

Buy second-hand. From Chicago to Milwaukee to San Francisco, there are clusters of discount designer stores known as premium outlet malls. Find one near you and plan a trip. These outlet smalls specialize in moving surplus merchandise directly from well-known designers. Don’t turn up your nose at gently worn pieces.

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Saving Money Saving Money Clothes 81

For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Buy second hand. Cancel your cable and sign up for an online streaming service like Netflix or Hulu instead. Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed. Parents-to-be can easily overspend on baby items; adding hundreds of dollars to the household budget.

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Baby Thrift Stores Air Conditioners Credit Cards 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. I want to focus on being content with what I have and I’m pretty sure I’ll survive. Choose Thrift First.

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Financial Goals 2018 Goals Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

We will be challenging ourselves to resist buying retail and instead choose thrift by borrowing, buying second hand, or making do with what we already have. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be the Choose Thrift First Challenge. I’ll go into more detail in an upcoming post. Weekly Meals on a Budget.

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2015 Money Home and Garden Thrifting 100

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! Buy Used : You probably already know the benefits of buying second-hand , but buying used, also helps the environment. Turn it Off- Lights, computers, and other electronics consume energy and our money.

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Frugal Green And Frugal Paper Towels Reusable Tote 61

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

I am very picky about what I buy second hand, and I still find brand new or hardly worn clothing. I truly am not opposed to shopping at retail stores, but I regularly find what I need for myself and my daughters at thrift stores and spend a fraction of the price.

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