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How To Haggle For A Bargain

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I think I have become pretty darn good at it, and I will even haggle successfully at big chain stores like Macy’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in. Look For Imperfect Items.

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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Spending our precious and all too limited time searching online and in stores. Sure I knew about the ‘White sales’ – the ones stores used to have in January on sheets and towels and such, but I really hadn’t a clue that there is a best time to buy many other things! I know I do. In fact, I did today! Other tips.

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Friday Links – Long Weekend Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Don’t miss Melissa’s post at My Personal Finance Journey if you Think You’re Sacrificing to Pay Down Debt? If you’re looking to ramp up your investing efforts but aren’t sure how to due to inexperience, John from All Things Finance has a great post on Investing for Beginners: Newbie Mistakes to Watch Out For.

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Sustainable Living Traits To Pass On To Your Children

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep.

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My 2020 Financial Goals & A Recap of 2019

Family Balance Sheet

I feel like I made a lot of trips to the thrift store to donate our stuff, but my house will tell you otherwise. I read a lot about personal finance and frugal living, two of my favorite topics, but I have not read as much about retirement in the sense of what happens when we retire. 2 – Reduce our clutter.

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P.E.P. for the Week of January 24-28, 2010- Adjustment Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Sustainable Personal Finance tells us how they make healthy lunches from home and save. Being Frugal tells us how we can rock the thrift stores. Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us statistics on the inflation of gas and how hybrid options are needed. Going Frugal. How about you? Going Green.

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