Author: Kentin Waits
Raised by two extreme savers, I'm endlessly inspired by others who swim against the tide of easy credit and over-consumption. With my dog Scout by my side, I write articles on secondhand shopping, minimalism, and debt-free living. My work has been published on NYTimes.com, MotherJones.com, Kiplinger, and in US Airways Magazine. Reach me at [email protected]
My 10 Favorite Things to Buy at Aldi
Kentin Waits on June 20, 2022
Today’s Aldi stores are bright and modern, and the inventory has evolved from bare-bones-basic to slightly chic.
If You Find This Thrift Shopping, Buy It
Kentin Waits on June 18, 2022
Vintage dinnerware by this famous industrial designer can be worth hundreds of dollars.
10 Lego Sets That Can Resell for Thousands of Dollars
Kentin Waits on May 31, 2022
Lego is as popular as ever, with some rare sets reselling for big bucks.
8 Things You Should Buy at Thrift Stores
Kentin Waits on May 27, 2022
For one expert, these secondhand bargains stand out from the rest.
9 Types of Trash You Can Sell for Cash
Kentin Waits on May 25, 2022
If you throw any of these common items in the garbage, you are throwing away money.
12 Surprising Benefits of Thrift Shopping
Kentin Waits on May 24, 2022
It’s not all about saving money. Thrift shopping offers other important advantages that department stores could never match.
If You Find This Thrift Shopping, Buy It
Kentin Waits on May 20, 2022
Wildly popular in the 1980s, clothing from this iconic brand can resell for hundreds of dollars.
11 Money Lessons I Learned From My Depression-Era Dad
Kentin Waits on May 6, 2022
I didn’t always appreciate his Depression-era ways, but I’ve come to see the wisdom in the lessons my father taught.
How to Buy Bargains by the Pound at Thrift Stores
Kentin Waits on May 3, 2022
Here’s how to locate and shop at a new breed of thrift store.
9 Forgotten Frugal Strategies — and How to Resurrect Them
Kentin Waits on April 29, 2022
These time-tested methods can help us live smarter today.
Selling Your Stuff? Don’t Fall for These 5 Negotiating Tricks
Kentin Waits on April 29, 2022
Don’t let buyers fleece you — whether you’re selling via a yard sale or Facebook Marketplace.
10 Inherited Items Worth More Than You Think
Kentin Waits on April 27, 2022
If you’re a recent heir, take a breath — and take stock. These items are worth more than you think.
If You Find This Thrift Shopping, Buy It
Kentin Waits on April 16, 2022
A precursor to contemporary plastic, this material is prized by collectors and designers.
12 Things I Always Buy at Estate Sales
Kentin Waits on April 12, 2022
Here’s what an expert estate sale shopper considers to be a great find — and why.
8 Tips for Selling Inherited Family Furniture
Kentin Waits on March 31, 2022
Inherited furniture is meant to be a gift. Here’s how to make sure it doesn’t turn into a burden.
8 Tips for Decorating Your Home With Thrift Store Finds
Kentin Waits on March 29, 2022
From contemporary to midcentury to one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, today’s secondhand markets have the goods.
8 Commonly Inherited Items Worth Almost Nothing
Kentin Waits on March 25, 2022
Although they may carry a lot of emotional value, these items have little market value.
12 Things You Should Never Donate to Thrift Stores
Kentin Waits on March 21, 2022
Not all of your unwanted items are welcome at donation centers.
If You Find This Thrift Shopping, Buy It
Kentin Waits on March 18, 2022
A single pepper mill from this brand can be worth hundreds of dollars.
10 Affordable Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen
Kentin Waits on February 28, 2022
Does your kitchen deserve some remodeling love? These projects will make the heart of your home the center of attention.
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