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How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. The first thing that you have to do is look at thrift stores in a new light. If you are looking for ways to cut costs in your household, you should take the time to check out some of the thrift stores in your area.

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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

Here’s an understatement — college is expensive. According to the College Board, the average student at a public university spends more than $22,200 every year between tuition and other costs. Thrift Store Style. Just like studying and beer, fashion matters at college. Dining Hall. Student ID.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out. Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? If are fluent in Spanish or were a math major in college, tutor. What is your skill set?

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out. Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? If are fluent in Spanish or were a math major in college, start tutoring.

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Our Big Financial Goal for 2016

Family Balance Sheet

We have a retirement to plan , our daughters’ college to save for, and many places to visit. Choose Thrift First. I have made a pact with myself that if I don’t already own something that I need, I will either: make do with what I have, find said item at a thrift store, borrow, or forget about it.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

Family Balance Sheet

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. I’m curious to see how much we can save and also how creative we can get by making do with what we already own or looking for things at a thrift store. Start college funds for our two girls.