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.
Before You Buy Anything New, Check Out The Best Review Sites Online First!
How many online reviews do you typically read before making a purchase? If you’re like me, you probably do a lot of research. Here are the best review sites I’ve used and what they offer consumers.
Money Making Apps: 5 Shopping Apps That Make You Money Right From Your Smartphone
I love to save money. I also really love apps that make you money. Here are my picks for the best money making apps, some tips for using them, and ways to download them. Grab your smartphone and start using these money making apps.
Costco vs Sam’s Club… Which Is Best? My Review + Money Saving Secrets For Shopping At Costco!
We chose not to renew our Sam’s Club membership. But in a strange twist of fate, we found ourselves dues-paying members of Costco for the first time ever. Which is better — Sam’s or Costco? Here’s our review. Plus secret hacks for shopping at Costco, my new favorite store!
Doing Christmas On A Budget This Year? 4 Clever Ideas For Saving Money At Christmas
Hit the thrift stores, ditch excessive gift wrapping, make your own holiday cards, and host a potluck party – all great you can enjoy Christmas on a budget this year!
5 Fun & Unique Ways To Save Big On Back To School Shopping
Want to save money on back to school supplies? There’s more to it than shopping at Walmart on a tax free day. Here are 5 great tips to save you money.
Rent Stuff & Make Money! Here’s How To Rent Anything For Extra Money… Including How To Rent Your Home
It’s easy to rent stuff you don’t always use – everything from your backyard, to your garden, clothing, cars, garages, and more. Here’s how and why to do it
Best Ways To Save Money: 6 Handy Tips For Saving Money On Everyday Items
Looking for the best ways to save money? Avoid purchasing pre-made or finished items, know the best times to buy products you need, and 4 more great tips.
5 Clever Tricks!… How To Save Money On Everyday Household Items
Spending too much money on items you use everyday? Consider online shopping, buy generics, plus 3 more savvy tips on how to save money on household items.
Thrift Store Shopping For Back To School Clothes: 7 Insider Tips For Moms & College Students
7 secrets for maximizing thrift store shopping and finding unique back to school clothes for young school age kids AND college students.
Black Friday: Best Bargains Of The Year Or Just A Bunch Of Hype?
Is Black Friday actually the best time to buy certain items (beyond the rare doorbuster TVs, laptops, etc)? Is it worth it to wake up early and brave the crowds? Here is one Black Friday shopper’s take on scooping up the best bargains.
Get Clothes For FREE: Attend Clothing Swap Parties Or Host A Clothes Swap Party Yourself!
Here are some great tips for planning your own FREE clothes swap party, plus fun ideas to make your clothing swap party lots of fun… and unique!
How To Buy From And Sell To A Consignment Business
Have you been trying to figure out the best way to sell your things or buy from a local consignment business? If it seems like too much trouble, read these tips first. I bet you’ll change your mind!
Best Way To Save Money When Shopping: Pick The Right Day!
Want to know the best days to shop for particular items? Like knowing what the best way to save money is? Here’s what you should buy and on which days if you want to save money!
4 Things You Should Always Buy Used (Or Can Easily Find For Free)
Here’s a list of things you should NEVER pay full price for… especially since you can usually find new — or next to new — items at drastically reduced prices if you just look in the right places.
Best Things To Buy During A Recession (You Might Be Surprised!)
Here’s a HUGE list of items which have been dramatically marked down lately because of the economy and current recession woes. Now might be a good time to take advantage of these things.
Do You Spend More Than You Should When Shopping? Try These Simple Tips To Spend Less
Simple ways to keep your brain from telling you that it’s okay to spend more than you really want to when you’re out shopping.
How Decluttering & Organizing Your Home Will Help You Save Money
Organize your home, save big money. See how organizing and decluttering your house actually saves you money in the long run.
Simple Ways To Save Money On Household Items
If you’re wondering how to save money on groceries — you’re going to love this list of suggestions and tips for saving money on groceries. Consider bulk-buying, pay attention to off-brand items, and make sure you finish all items before you buy new ones. These are seriously easy tips you probably have overlooked.
How Much Things Cost: These Cost Guides Show You How Much You Can Expect To Pay For Products & Services
CostHelper tells you how much you should pay for what. The site consists of a database of hundreds of items, where you can investigate how much others are paying and find similar deals.
Not All Stores In Factory Outlet Malls Are “Outlet Stores”
Not all stores in a factory outlet mall are outlet stores. Only a certain percentage of stores in a factory outlet mall need to be outlet stores in order for the mall to be considered an outlet mall. Here are even more reasons not to shop at factory outlet malls…
How To Dress Frugally: The Ever-Popular ‘Frugal Uniform’
I seem to have developed a standard uniform for everyday dress. I am sure other frugal people can attest to this. For me, the frugal uniform consists of dressing primarily in comfortable black slacks and black or white shirts. For others, it may mean wearing jeans and t-shirts. I know a few frugal men who stick to gray and navy slacks with white shirts.
Dumpster Diving In Your Own Home: Sometimes You Have To Pick Through The Trash
As I’ve become more and more frugal, I’ve also become more prone to collect clutter. My family members don’t get it. So, to combat my family’s nonchalant attitude about tossing out useful items, I have become a garbage snoop. Here are just a few of the things my family has forced me to do to save money…
BOGO: The Truth Behind Buy One Get One Free
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.
Go Natural… It’s Cheaper!
A huge part of being thrifty for me is being natural. I find that when I focus on avoiding products that are toxic to either the environment or myself that I save a great deal of money. Here are some of the natural ways I use to save money…
