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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When we bought couches shortly after our marriage, we bought used. We were able to get a great deal on older couches that were very well-built. They lasted us several years, including two cross-country moves. Garage sales, estate sales, and moving sales are all great places to look for used furniture.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Make a list of all “big ticket items&# you will need to purchase–include couches, tables, and floor lamps. Here are five ways to stretch your decorating dollars: 1) Buy used furniture. You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished.

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