Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

What follows is some advice on how to find great deals, how to prepare for a furniture shopping trip, and what to bring with you. Be Ready to Do a Little Work – A good coat of paint can fix just about anything. How to Shop for a Used Car. Look for things that you cannot repair. This post was written by YFS.

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Thrift Stores Thrifting Furniture Storing 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2011

Americans historically have not haggled for better prices on most items. To keep up we need to learn that negotiation (aka haggling) is acceptable, expected and useful. We need to practice haggling. It was humiliating to have to haggle. Start the Haggle. Subtly mimic the person with whom you are haggling.

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Haggle Haggling Price Discount 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 23, 2012

You will want to know how to challenge the new appraisal and avoid spending more tax money. You’ll also want to learn how to de-bug your home – and ward off the other critters, like mice, that want to share it with you. Trust me, your’e going to have to figure out how to part with stuff. Home Decorating.

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Saving Money Money Home Home and Garden 202