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Benefits of Shopping Secondhand

Post category:Organizing & Productivity
Post last modified:February 22, 2024

Secondhand Wardrobe Day is observed every August 25th. In addition to saving money, buying secondhand clothing saves the Earth's resources. Rather than filling up landfills, secondhand clothing is cheaper, lasts longer, and is already "preshrunk to fit," so you know exactly what you're getting. Another day to observe is April 24th, Fashion Revolution Day, and Fashion Revolution Week, which occurs annually during the week of April 24th, the anniversary of the Bangladesh Rana Plaza disaster. The Rana Plaza complex…

Mother’s Day, Social Distancing, and Supporting Local Businesses

Post category:Shopping
Post last modified:March 18, 2024

Local businesses encourage innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. If you have a steady income during this time of social distancing, Mother’s Day is a great time to support the local businesses in your area. Some local businesses are offering free shipping or pick-up services. Another idea is to leave reviews and recommendations if you’re not able to support them financially at this time. This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click…

8 Surprising Amazon Prime Perks

Post category:Organizing & Productivity Shopping
Post last modified:July 11, 2022

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. This commission comes at no additional cost to you, but will help us keep this site up and running and ad-free! Thank you for all the support. You’re under no obligation to purchase anything and should only do so if the product will suit your needs. Most everyone knows about the free shipping and TV…

How to Prevent Online Splurging and Control Your Money Management

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:January 18, 2024

These are busy times, and online shopping is convenient. You can price match and shop around numerous stores in minutes compared to the time it takes driving around to brick and mortar shops. With that convenience, we often buy without thinking it through. Here are some tips for reining in that impulse spending. Remove Shopping Apps It’s so easy to grab your phone when you’re bored and start shopping for things you don’t need. You’re better than that! There…

What to Look for When Buying a New Computer (or Laptop)

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:March 19, 2024

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. This commission comes at no additional cost to you, but will help us keep this site up and running and ad free! Thank you for all the support. You’re under no obligation to purchase anything and should only do so if the product will suit your needs. With Christmas fast approaching, you may be…