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Find Free Stuff Through the Freecycle Network

Posted on 10/15/2012 11:24 EST

A bookcase, a rocking chair, a Dell computer monitor, infant formula, kids clothes, gift bags, a bathroom sink -- these are just a few of the things people were giving away for free recently on our...

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Weekly Update - Monitor Recommendations, Yoga Tips, and more

Posted on 9/14/2012 13:43 EST

September is packed with a number of special events unique to this month. The beginning of the new Jewish year and all its trappings is celebrated and students are returning to their studies. Pack your...

How Craigslist Can Help College Students

Posted on 9/11/2012 14:50 EST

Paying for college -- even with help from Mom and Dad or a giant scholarship -- demands some serious frugality from students. So, how can you spend less on books, housing, and everything else that goes...

Weekly Update - Dehumidifier Recommendations and more

Posted on 6/1/2012 13:35 EST

June is here and has brought with it even more deals on warm-weather purchases, from vacations to dehumidifiers. Check out what's been going on at Cheapism this week.

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How to Sell Your Stuff: 8 Tips From Craigslist

Posted on 5/30/2012 10:23 EST

This time of year, the number of "for sale" and "garage sale" postings on Craigslist doubles as people wrap up their spring cleaning, according to the classified-ad giant. It can be challenging to stand...

Things You Should Buy Secondhand

Posted on 8/30/2011 16:18 EST

There's something about being the owner of a brand-new piece of merchandise, and often that something is an empty wallet.

Although certain items are better bought new (underwear, mattresses)

Cheap Home Decor Advice

Posted on 7/18/2011 14:16 EST

Are you in the mood to revamp your living space? We found some cheap decorating ideas and resources for cheap home decor that skimp on money but not on aesthetics. A fresh coat of paint in a bold color,

How to find garage sales

Posted on 5/19/2011 16:05 EST

Spring cleaning is underway, which means people are getting rid of their old wares by throwing them out, donating them, or hosting garage sales. If you're in the market for home goods, gently-used clothes,

If you like a green bargain, this site's for you

Posted on 4/3/2011 22:54 EST

We told you a few days ago how many are getting dizzy from all the discount sites and daily deals floating around these days. If you are one of those people, you're in luck with a new second-hand... Read more on redding.com »

iPad 2 marked up, iPad 1 marked down

Posted on 4/1/2011 17:44 EST

Apple tightly held the reigns of retail control when it released the initial iPad. Version 2 is proving to be a little different. Resellers across the globe, like eBay, are already selling it at markup... Read more on macnewsworld.com »

Buy used electronics straight from the company

Posted on 3/31/2011 18:12 EST

You may have wondered if "refurbished" is a dirty word and asked yourself, "Should I get used electronics?" The answer is...it depends. A story on Wallet Pop says buying from sites like eBay... Read more on Wallet Pop »

Used iPads Flood the Resale Market

Posted on 3/5/2011 15:24 EST

It may be hard to believe, but cheap used iPads are everywhere. Time reports on the surge of pre-owned iPads that have hit the second-time-around market now that the iPad 2 has made its debut. Apple... Read more on Time »

The Craigslist Gym

Posted on 1/25/2011 21:42 EST

Cheap home gym equipment is readily available, if you know where to look. The New York Times suggests that Craigslist is full of good deals, which sure beat the cost of joining a gym. But remember, Read more on The New York Times »

Toys R Us wants your old baby products, gives discount in return

Posted on 1/27/2010 9:41 EST

You know that rickety crib up in the nursery? the tottering high chair in your kitchen? WalletPop informs us that Toys R Us is launching a three-week deal that may be too good to refuse: turn in... Read more on Wallet Pop »

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