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By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

The Biggest Bargains in a Down Economy

Friday July 25, 2008

A down economy isn't good for a lot of things, but it is good for finding bargains. Here's one to take advantage of:

Second-hand Finds

When times get tough people often turn to yard sales to raise the money that they need to get by, and that means bigger and better bargains for yard sale shoppers. Spend a couple hours trawling the sales Saturday morning, and you could be rewarded with a major deal.

More Places to Score a Down Economy Deal: flea markets, auctions (both online and off), consignment shops, antique stores, Craigslist and classified ads.

Comments

July 25, 2008 at 3:32 pm
(1) FrugalLivingGuide says:

Has anyone gotten an unreal deal since the economy started to slide? I’d love to hear about it.

August 1, 2008 at 8:54 am
(2) Jace Shoemaker-Galloway says:

Hi Erin,

I’ve furnished my entire house and two antique shops with fantastic bargains found at flea markets, yard sales & auctions.

Check out my site for further info.

P.S. I am adding a link to this fabulous site for my viewers..

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