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Sharing what I've learned that makes "Cents"

Life is challenging as we all know. These days, it's harder than ever to make ends meet and to let go of stress. So, I find good ways to stretch a dollar, as well as, enjoy life! I find daily ways to live happier and to thrive in a world that can often be challenging. Its always been very important to me that I help others along the way. After all, isn't that what life is about?

Keeping tabs on ways to afford the things that you need, and have a little left for those things you simply "want", is my mission. At the same time, I still leave room for spending quality time with the people and things I love, plus spreading joy when possible.

Hope I can help you in some way, as many others have done for me! Remember...try to always "pay it forward"!

Kathleen
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Thursday, June 10, 2010

Craigslist, Garage Sales, eBay, and Thrifts....

Well, I have learned that if I wait long enough, the item I seek will appear on Craigslist. Yes, I know I am not shopping for fashion items (Boo Hoo), but, every now and then I do find something wonderful for my home! Today I found an almost new Chiminea for my back deck, and some great outdoor lawn Christmas ornaments (OK, I know it is only June, but that is the time to buy them cheaply folks)!! Everything was a steal of a price, and a fraction of retail price.

So, what I do on most Saturdays, is go garage sale and thrift shopping. I find treasures and re-sell them on Craigslist and eBay too. I have been selling on eBay for 10 years now. Listen folks, anyone can do it! I have even taught classes at the local college about it. It's not that difficult and we all could use some extra money right?! So, when I don't find something that is a keeper for me, I hunt for potential resale items. I find that baby and kid items always sell well. Also sporting goods. I mainly sell those on Craigslist. The fashion items I end up re-selling on eBay (as long as they are in excellent shape and designer names). Anyone can do this from their home! eBay has excellent beginner tutorials to learn this. Youtube has videos too. There are also tons of community forums on eBay that will help you get started. Check it out!