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Thrifty Finds: a New (to her) Dresser, Valentine’s Day

Family Balance Sheet

The challenge on the blog this year is to Choose Thrift First , where we’re rethinking our purchases to find more cost effective solutions. So for the first time I checked out Craigslist. While I LOVE to shop at thrift stores, the thought of going to a stranger’s home was a bit scary to me– a former 24/7 news junkie.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. If you have some bigger items, you will likely make more money selling them on Craigslist or your local Facebook sale page than at a yard sale. 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs. 15 – Find a part-time job.

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Sustainable Living Traits To Pass On To Your Children

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Make it be known that that that there is nothing wrong in purchasing second-hand items from thrift stores, yard sales, or via classified ads or even online via places like eBay or Craigslist. Public transportation can also be a great alternative depending on the area and your comfort level. And vice versa!)

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. If you have some bigger items, you will likely make more money selling them on Craigslist or your local Facebook sale page than at a yard sale. 23 – Flip your thrifty finds. 16 – Sell the big stuff online.

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The Final Day of 31 Days to Find $1000 ~ How Did You Do?

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Day 3: Sell Your Big Stuff on Craigslist. Day 16: Shop Thrift or Consignment Stores. This post is linked to Thrifty Thursday. I would LOVE to hear about your success in October, so please let us know in the comments. The 31 Days Recap: Day 1: Make October a “Needs” Only Month. Day 2: Have a Yard Sale.

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