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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For many, the end of the year holiday shopping frenzy can override our saner, more thrifty selves. Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. Look on Craigs list and in local consignment shops for nearly new exercise equipment. I know I do.

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8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Go thrifty. If you have clothes and furniture that you no longer have use for, donate them to charities or sell them at consignment shops. If you don’t have kids, donate these items to local day cares and schools. They will be extremely grateful. Someone else will definitely be able to make use of them.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs. I truly am not opposed to shopping at retail stores, but I regularly find what I need for myself and my daughters at thrift stores and spend a fraction of the price. And now you can thrift shop from the comforts of your own home with online thrift stores like thredUP.