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My Best Garage Sale Finds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. I look for the neighborhood sales, which are usually either in spring or fall.

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10 Items to Sell at a Yard Sale (and Make the Most Money)

Penny Pinchin' Mom

In this scenario, however, there’s no guarantee that your garage sale will make you good money. Thankfully, I know a way to achieve both ends: declutter your home and make money at your next garage sale. What Is a Garage Sale? You may have also heard it referred to as a yard sale.

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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Another benefit is that I am cutting the governments out of the loop – there no sales taxes on used stuff (except big things of course, like boats or cars). Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. Outdoor bench (I refurbished it) $5. Anne Taylor tops – $3.

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10 Summer Backyard Ideas for Kids

Couponing 101

Outdoor Lounge. If you’ve already gone through gallons of water playing in the sprinklers and filling up the pool, this is a great way of spending time outdoors and using your inflatable pool. You can check out garage sales as well if you don’t have any old pots and pans. Outdoor Chalkboard. Via Ideas 2 Live 4.

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Build Memories and Spend Less on Your Grandchildren this Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not into outdoor camping? Hold a garage sale together. Play old time outdoor backyard games. Think back to the outdoor games you played as a kid in your own backyard and teach them to your grand-kids. Invite the grand-kids for an overnight camping adventure in your own backyard.

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9 Tips for Setting up and Settling into a New Home

Koupon Karen

It’s a place where new residents quickly feel at home, thanks to the warm, welcoming community and the endless outdoor activities available right at their doorstep. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell. Here are some tips to help you set up and settle into your new home smoothly and efficiently.

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Let's talk hobbies and recreation

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

Places like Academy sell outdoor equipment at a huge discount. Don''t forget garage sales! Want to travel to a great outdoor destination? First off, we can get our gear for our hobbies at a discount (yeah, this is shopping). And it''s usually slightly better stuff than what we find at Walmart or Target.

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