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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics.

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How To Update Your Wardrobe For Less

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While the Salvation Army and Goodwill may require a bit more digging for quality wardrobe items, other consignment shops , like Second Time Around, have a strict pre-screening process. Clothing swaps are a great way to spend a frugal evening with friends while clearing out your closet and scoring some new finds. Go Frugal'

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8 Summer Date Night Ideas

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Today’s post is from my good friend, Elle Martinez, of Couple Money. One thing lead to another and we were swapping some life lessons and the topic happened to be marriage. If you two are looking at having a wonderful time reconnecting and having fun without spending a ton of money, here are eight date ideas to try out!