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The best items to buy in September

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WasteNothing : Message: The best items to buy in September.

Thu Sep 6, 2012 9:42 am (PDT) . Posted by:

“shadow513″ shadow513

Bicycles
Older bike models will go on sale as new models are released in September. Just be sure to take FreeShipping.org’s advice:
Because bike manufacturers drastically change models every few years — to keep up with new technology — you’ll want to investigate to make sure you don’t end up with an out-of-date bike.

Grills and Lawnmowers
With summer coming to a close, stores will have to start making room for large fall and winter gear. So prices will be low for summer stuff that needs a push out the door.

Patio Furniture
Similarly to grills and lawnmowers, patio furniture will have to go from showrooms to make space for holiday decorations. If you can store new furniture for next season, take advantage of cheap prices while you can in September.

School Supplies
If you can wait until school actually starts to purchase most supplies, you’ll save even more money once September gets going. All of that overstocked inventory will have to go, so take advantage after school starts.

Wine
September is harvest time, so it’s the best time to stock up on wine on the cheap. And apart from getting your wine at a lower cost, you’ll also have the best selection after the fall harvest.

Seasonal Produce
Fruits
Apples
Cranberries
Figs
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Raspberries

Vegetables
Artichoke
Beet
Corn
Eggplant
Potatoes
Radishes
Sweet Potatoes
Zucchini

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Frugality: Simply the Act of Avoiding Waste

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Author: Mary Hunt 

Money in the Bank Is the Reward for Frugality

Frugality is a state of mind, an attitude you choose for a way of life that is rewarding. Every day my mailbox fills with frugal tips from my loyal readers. Some make me laugh; others leave me wondering why I didn’t think of that. Still others have become such a common way of life for me, I’m grateful to have been reminded of what a great frugal idea it is. Enjoy this recent sampling.”“Living frugally does not mean choosing a life of poverty. Frugality is simply the act of avoiding waste. It means finding the most economical way to accomplish a task or project. Frugality doesn’t mean giving up, it means living better because when you have all that you need plus money in the bank, life becomes much easier.


You can pick up a copy of Mary’s book, “7 Money Rules for Life” at the FullCircles Bookstore.

 

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