Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I give away perfectly good electronics because they are ‘out of date’ – they don’t work with new software. I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. I remember when there was a shoe repair shop on almost every corner.

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

I own a software consultancy that I run from home and my husband is a letter carrier with the post office. Be willing to sacrifice- there are things we had to do that made us look weird: home school, skip eating out as much with family, doing my own hair & nails, getting a wardrobe from the thrift store and forgoing paper towels.

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Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. It was missing the software, but thanks to the internet, I had no trouble finding a driver that worked. Rattan loveseat and ottoman – $25. I didn’t have to do a thing to these pieces except get them home and hose them off.

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Buy Buying Garage Sale Garage 178

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

I will start preparing for the winter to spring wardrobe transition by spending the month going through our warm weather clothing bins and taking an inventory of needs, so I can take advantage of sales and thrift store finds. It has taking me awhile to get the hang of the software. 5 – Find Extra Cash. Track our cashflow.

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March Financial Goals Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

He also sold rights to software that he developed. ACTION STEP: If you use financial software, such as Quicken or another form, you’re in luck, you can simply print a monthly recap. Carrie worked at H&R Block during tax season and flipped yard sale finds for a profit on eBay. Krista took on babysitting jobs.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100