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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. I love buying electronics this way rather than paying the high sticker price. Do you buy used?

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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

Family Balance Sheet

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. For curiosity sake, I stopped by a local furniture store and saw some really cute new dressers that cost $500-$700.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – January 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. After shopping locally at some furniture stores, I resorted to Craigslist and spent hundreds less on a new-to-her dresser.

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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. I’m a bit squeamish about bringing used upholstered furniture into my house.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

Buy second hand. Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items. Nursery furniture and toys can be picked up at a fraction of the price. Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed.

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