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Tightwad Tuesday Ep 13: Should I Sell My Cloths On ThredUP?

April 27, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

Tightwad Tuesday Ep 13: Should I Sell My Cloths On ThredUP?

Have you been thinking of trying online clothing consignment and thrift store – ThredUP? I tried it and here’s the review of my experience for Tightwad Tuesday Episode #13

Filed Under: Money Saving Tips Tagged With: consignment, money tips, online thrift store, sell cloths, thredUp

3 Simple Questions To Ask Yourself In The Dressing Room That Will Blow Your Mind And Save Money

April 15, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

3 Simple Questions To Ask Yourself In The Dressing Room That Will Blow Your Mind And Save Money

  It’s amazing how much money slips through our fingers. Once I started tracking my spending, I found my frequent trips to discount retailers added up. Buying a dress or blouse for $25 – $30 seemed like no big deal but take all together, the purchases added up to $120 – $150 a month. Until […]

Filed Under: Money Saving Tips Tagged With: budgeting, lifehacks, shopaholic, shopping

Smart Shoppers Guide: Look Fabulous For Less Money

February 15, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

Smart Shoppers Guide: Look Fabulous For Less Money

Be a smart shopper. You can look fabulous without spending a lot of money. I used to be excited when I bought something on sale. The “deal” was my indication of success. In hindsight, I wasted a lot of money with this mindset. Price is only one part of the equation. A better way to […]

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Tightwad Tuesday: Smart Shopper’s Guide To Expensive Purchases

February 14, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

Tightwad Tuesday: Smart Shopper’s Guide To Expensive Purchases

In Episode 10 of Tightwad Tuesdays, I share thinking behind making a major purchase. Skiing is my favorite sport so I bought new boots this season. Were they an expense or an investment? You tell me! What was your very best sporting goods purchase?

Filed Under: Enjoy Life, Money Saving Tips Tagged With: expensive purchase, money tips, ski, ski boots, skiing

5 Benefits Of Building A Winter Wardrobe Capsule

January 22, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

5 Benefits Of Building A Winter Wardrobe Capsule

Have you heard of The Project 333 Challenge: Reduce your wardrobe to 33 total items? The system consists of paring down the clothes in your closet to the items you love the most, fit the best and go together well. Now that’s a sensible idea! Courtney Carver, the mastermind behind Be More With Less, recommends […]

Filed Under: Enjoy Life, Money Saving Tips Tagged With: Be More With Less, Life lessons, minimalism, Project 333, wardrobe capsule

Tightwad Tuesday: How To Save 75% Off Retail Prices On Furniture

January 3, 2017 by NancyLAnderson

Tightwad Tuesday: How To Save 75% Off Retail Prices On Furniture

I am not one for buying on Craig’s list. First of all, it’s time consuming. Once you finally find something fabulous, you have to connect with the seller. If the treasure hasn’t been sold yet, you still have to coordinate a meeting to take a look. By this time, you’ve already invested hours.

Filed Under: Money Saving Tips Tagged With: consignment, furniture, Money saving tips, tightwad tuesday

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