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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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.” The Items We Typically Buy Used.

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Choose Thrift First – April Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

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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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

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.

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Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet + a $25 GIANT FOOD STORES Gift Card Giveaway

Family Balance Sheet

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. Buying a coffee is a guilty splurge for me, but to be honest, the particular coffee shop brand that I love is sold in grocery stores, like Giant. Conserve water.

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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

Family Balance Sheet

Choose Thrift First Challenge. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be the Choose Thrift First Challenge. 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. Weekly Meals on a Budget.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

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.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

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.

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