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Definition of Thrifty

Friday, October 02, 2009
Related Tags: items | freegans | money | bartering | dumpsters
 

Instructions

History

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    Frugality has its roots back to the dawn of man. Reusing items, bartering and haggling for the best prices is a practice that has been around forever.

Misconceptions

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    Those who look for the best deals might not just be cheap. Thrift is a way for people to save and prioritize their money and purchases so they can enjoy better items or even pay important bills.

Effects

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    Getting the most for your money allows you to grow your savings, have money for emergencies and be responsible. Thriftiness helps reduce waste and produces benefits for the environment.

Warnings

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    Not all thrifty or low-cost products are safe. Some items are made cheaply and with low-quality materials which can be hazardous.

Fun Fact

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    Freegans are a group of people who are extremely thrifty. They get most or all of their food and furnishings from dumpsters or other places where people discard items.

Resources


Definition of Thrifty Provided by eHow.com
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