Buying things used: One way to save quite a bit of money is to buy things used. Most people know that a used car is a lot less expensive than a new one. There is of course a risk in buying things used, but so is there a rick in buying things new. I will list a few places to buy things used, and also some things that can be a great deal buying used.
Where to buy:
1. Amazon.com often has sellers who will sell you something that is used for much cheaper, whether this be a book on Middle-earth lore, a swimming pool, a Nintendo 64, or if you are lucky, the Settlers of Catan.
2. Craigslist is a online place to buy things used, but be very very leery. Some people are selling stuff they bought, while others are selling stuff they stole. Here is one way to see if what they are selling may be stolen or that there may be a catch. If the picture is not a picture in the house, but one from the internet, and also when you search craigslist for there phone number, they are selling a lot of other things this way.
3. Thrift stores. This can not be overstated. Thrift stores sell so many things that you want to buy at such a discounted rate. Often the proceeds are put to very good causes, like the Muncie Mission's Christian Recovery Program.
4. Garage sales. Probably everyone has been to or at least by a garage or yard sale. These can be a great way to get the things you need at a price you can afford.
5. Friends and family who lost or gained weight or just got tired of their clothes. The amount of clothing that is bought new in the US is greater than the need for the US, therefore, much clothing is gotten rid of. Let people know you will take their hand me downs. Put the money you saved toward someone in Burma who has one pair of pants instead of 30 pairs.
6. After the season clearance. In a sense these items are used because they have been tried on so many times. This is a great way to get a bargain and be prepared for the same season next year.
7. Used appliance stores. You can pay 1/3 of the cost by buying a used washer, fridge, etc.
What to buy:
1. Used house
2. Used car
3. Used clothes
4. Used food (late food - or if you dare, discarded food)
5. Used cell phones
6. Used washer and dryer
7. Used refrigerator.
8. Used lawn mover.
9. Used camping gear.
10. Used bicycle.
11. Used cloth diapers.
12. Used dishes and silverware sets.
13. Used furniture.
14. Used building materials.
15. Used luggage.
16. The list goes on.
Where not to buy:
1. Rent to own (you will pay more).
2. Casino (you will lose more than you win).
3. Gas stations and convenience stores.
4. Stadiums and concerts.
5. in an alley
What not to buy used
1. prescription medications.
2. needles
3. engine oil
4. insurance
5. mattresses with bedbugs
6. smelly clothes
7. proceed with caution.
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