Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

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. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” Do you buy used?

Buying Second-Hand 177

Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. We spend most of our time seeing friends and family, participating in our church activities or working on our property. My husband and I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon with our three kids, ages 4-6.

Oregon 195

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 195

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 also made a few new needed purchases for our home, such as a new patio umbrella and a cover for our gas grill.

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Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

Use reusable grocery bags, rather than the plastic bags to cart your groceries home from the store. That is close to what an average family spends on food in one month. Invest in reusable containers with lids to store leftovers. Brew your coffee at home and take it along with you in a travel mug. Conserve water.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Some then have a desire to stay at home with their new child for a few years, which can mean a big change to their long-term income. Learning to make sacrifices early on and creating long-term saving habits can make a big difference on how long you are able to stay home with your new baby. Buy second hand.

Baby 40

Baby Debt Credit Cards Phone Service 40

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

We bought a used pop-up several years ago and it was one of the best decisions for our family We absolutely adore camping, and we’d like to upgrade to a travel trailer. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target, TJ Maxx, and/or Kohl’s when I feel like I need something. Save for a camper upgrade.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113