2807: 6 Things You Should ALWAYS Buy Secondhand by Amanda Brownlow of Hello Brownlow on Frugality

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🗓️ 25 July 2024

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2807: Amanda Brownlow of HelloBrownlow.com reveals six essential items to always buy secondhand, highlighting significant savings and environmental benefits. From baby gear to home decor, Amanda shares practical tips for finding high-quality, affordable secondhand goods. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2019/03/05/6-things-you-should-always-buy-secondhand/ Quotes to ponder: "Why waste all that money and resources on purchasing something new, when you can buy it used?" "Stores that specialize in re-selling games and movies make sure that the discs are in great condition." "Keep in mind that a DIY project can cost very little if the decor item you like is almost what you want it to be!" Episode references: Poshmark: https://poshmark.com eBay: https://www.ebay.com thredUp: https://www.thredup.com Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com Vintage Stock: https://www.vintagestock.com Chegg: https://www.chegg.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	This is optimal finance daily.
0:03.0	Six things you should always buy secondhand.
0:06.0	By Amanda Brownlow of hello brownlow.
0:10.0	And I'm your host and personal finance enthusiast, Diana Merriam.
0:14.3	Now let's get right to it as we optimize your life.
0:21.7	Six things you should always buy secondhand. Six Things You Should Always Buy Second Hand, by Amanda Brownlow of Hello Brownlow.
0:30.0	Shopping secondhand can save you money and reduce your impact on the environment.
0:34.8	While there are really low prices to be found at the thrift stores, there are few items
0:40.1	you can absolutely purchase secondhand and know for certain you're getting a bargain.
0:45.0	Number one, baby gear.
0:48.0	Babies can be really expensive or you can do what we did. We purchased the baby gear in clothing we didn't receive from others at secondhand stores.
0:58.0	Some of our favorite scores are,
1:01.0	baby clothes, a dollar or less at Goodwill and our local charity shop.
1:06.0	Baby carrier, purchased for $5 at a garage sale.
1:10.0	High chair, purchased for $10 at a garage sale, and Hiking Pack baby carrier purchased
1:17.5	for $100, normally $300 retail.
1:22.1	Did our little guy suffer any because his gear wasn't purchased at that Posh
1:26.1	baby boutique? Nope. He's as happy and as healthy as any other baby. Other than regular thrift stores and garage sales you can also
1:35.6	shop online at Threadup and Schoola for gently used children's clothing at great
1:41.0	prices. Tip when purchasing baby gear and clothing secondhand,
1:46.0	give the item a good look over.
1:48.0	Make sure there are no stains, rips, or funny smells.
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