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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill.

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

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Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. Resources and a community of parents who’ve been through the same journey are available. Look for Second-Hand Items Babies grow quickly and outgrow their clothes and gear just as fast. It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste simultaneously.

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used.

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10 Ways to Find Cash for your Summer Vacation

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But beware, people want to pay yard sale prices at a yard sale, so if you have more time, you could make more by selling larger or more valuable items on Craigslist, local consignment shops, or a local Facebook buy/sell page. How Much Should You Charge? When this vacation is over, starting planning for next year.

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