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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, I wait until spring and summer to buy decorations – and get them at garage sales. Winter clothes. Brand name TVs. Practically every site I checked recommended waiting to buy brand name TVs until the electronics show in mid-January takes place. Most claimed that the holiday sales were of no-name TVs.

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

From TVs to gaming systems to phones, buying used can make a great deal of sense, whether you buy used from someone you trust, or whether you buy factory-refurbished , this a good options. Much of the time, baby clothes aren’t used harshly — especially newborn and early infant clothing. Baby Items. Don’t be!

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7 Tips for a Successful Yard Sale

Family Balance Sheet

I''m always looking for girls clothing, good books, and clean Tupperware. And by successful, I mean we got rid of just about everything that I put out, except for 3 boxes of winter clothes. Also, include a description of what is being offered in the details, such as sizes of clothing, particular furniture, collectibles, etc.

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Growing up in the 1950?s

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Growing up in the fifties made me everlastingly grateful for a number of things, such as hot running water, central air conditioning, automatic dishwashers, TV remote control, the internet, personal computers (typewriters really sucked – no backspacing!), Most of us did not have clothes dryers, we dried the clothes on a line outside.

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Two car garages. With the two income household came the need for more than one set of wheels and consequently the desire for multiple garages. A TV in every room. Our parents had TVs (most of them), but typically only one per household. TV was family entertainment and watched as a family. Many new homes now have 4.

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How to Simplify Your Life to Make it Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This is what I did and the job was much bigger than I thought so, come bed time, the bed was still under a pile of clothing! Wipe the drawer with a damp cloth and replace only the items you have decided to keep. What about the old refrigerator in the garage you only use when you have a party? Will I wear/want this? Do I need it?

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How to Shop for Free on Black Friday : 152 Freebies

Coupons Do Work

Free delivery on all TVs 51″ or larger. Free Kohl’s Cash ranging from $15 to $75 on various items including TVs to Bluetooth electronics to Playstations. BOGO free on various items from floor mats to flashlights and garage stools. Buy 1 get 2 free on kids clothing sets, separates, dresses, and outerwear.