Buy Pre-owned Whenever Possible
10:05 PM
One of the inescapable facts of life is that most things are depreciating "assets". To call most things assets is a stretch as it is but you know what I mean. So generally speaking, the minute you buy something brand-spanking new and get it home it's worth less than what you paid for it. (At this point I would say, even after you've purchased something new, don't rip those tags off just yet-- it might just lose it's luster after a few days and you should not hesitate to return it for a full refund).
Considering this, why not purchase what you need used whenever practical. Get over having to have everything perfect shiny and new. That's not to say you're destined to filling your life with shabby stuff. I often find new things with the price tags still attached at my local goodwill or at garage sales in the neighborhood. Clothes are a great example. Goodwill, and Salvation Army stores among other charity-run places are so burgeoning with goods that it's not hard at all to find new clothes with the tags in place that have never even been worn.
That's not to say that used items in excellent condition should be overlooked for the excellent savings you can achieve with them as well. If you tire of them or the kids outgrow them then donate them back and get your tax-deductible receipt so you can save even more when you file your taxes.
That's not to say that used items in excellent condition should be overlooked for the excellent savings you can achieve with them as well. If you tire of them or the kids outgrow them then donate them back and get your tax-deductible receipt so you can save even more when you file your taxes.
