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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used. We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. Go Frugal'

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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. Practically every site I checked recommended waiting to buy brand name TVs until the electronics show in mid-January takes place. Look on Craigs list and in local consignment shops for nearly new exercise equipment. Winter clothes.

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Donating Household Clutter and Taking a Tax Deduction

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I've been tackling clutter since January and I had the boxes stacked in my garage to prove it. Household items that can be deducted if donated are furniture and furnishings, electronics, appliances, linens, and other similar items. However, this year we were in Pittsburgh and I missed out on the event.and the cash. Household items.

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