BOGO: The Truth Behind Buy One Get One Free “Sales”

The good ‘ole BOGO sale is typically used to convince customers to purchase not only the advertised sale price items but also other items while they are there. Having said that, there are certain things to look out for when considering a buy one get one free purchase. Here are some tips to ensure that you’re getting a good deal.

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Buying & Selling At Consignment Shops: Pros & Cons From Someone Who’s Done It

In the past 30+ years, I’ve bought and sold items at consignment shops — several times. Just to be clear, a thrift store is different from a consignment store. I absolutely LOVE shopping for gently used clothing at thrift stores. But I’m not so crazy about shopping at clothing consignment stores. Ditto for selling items at clothing consignment shops. On the other hand, I’ve always had wonderful experiences buying AND selling at furniture consignment stores! Here are my best tips.