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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.” Do you buy used? Electronics.

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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. She hasn’t flown in 20 years and probably won’t fly again for sometime, so she didn’t’ want to buy a carry-on suit case.

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

Family Balance Sheet

Choose thrift first. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org. Please use a valid email when commenting, so that I may contact you if you win.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

You may even be able to eliminate larger bills by getting rid of the service altogether. Buy second hand. Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items. If a couple is done having children they may have plenty of gently used items they can give or sell you on the cheap.

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