Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

However, I wait until spring and summer to buy decorations – and get them at garage sales. Brand name TVs. Practically every site I checked recommended waiting to buy brand name TVs until the electronics show in mid-January takes place. Most claimed that the holiday sales were of no-name TVs. Winter clothes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Growing up in the fifties made me everlastingly grateful for a number of things, such as hot running water, central air conditioning, automatic dishwashers, TV remote control, the internet, personal computers (typewriters really sucked – no backspacing!), Schools usually only had one or two TVs available for the entire school.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2013

We have more labor-saving devices than ever before in human history but we are living life at a faster pace than ever. What about the old refrigerator in the garage you only use when you have a party? Do you have an old TV lurking anywhere that is never watched? Do you really need to have three TVs in your house anyway?

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

There are a couple of really great Black Friday deals this year and even better, Saturday ad Sunday are Open House days so non-members can take advantage of the savings too! Hammered Bronze Patio Heater – $99 Infrared Space Saving Heater (2 pack) – $99 Dyna-Glo Delux Portable Multi-Fuel Forced Air Heater – $129.76

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2014

Two car garages. With the two income household came the need for more than one set of wheels and consequently the desire for multiple garages. A TV in every room. Our parents had TVs (most of them), but typically only one per household. TV was family entertainment and watched as a family. Many new homes now have 4.

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Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Free delivery on all TVs 51″ or larger. Gander Mountain: First 100 through the door receive a free giveaway or savings up to 50% on your purchase plus a chance to win a $500 gift card. JCPenney: Show up early and you could get a $500 off $500 super savings coupon (while supplies last). Free pre-owned game when you buy two.

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