The beginning of the new school year can be hard on a budget. Not only that your kids need new school supplies and books each year, chances are that they’ve completely outgrown all of their clothes during the summer break. When you add it all up, it seems that having a student in your home…
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Can you believe the holidays are already upon us? From now until the end of the year it’s a blur of parties and decorating – pumpkins, turkeys, wreaths, candles and more! The holidays are a time when savvy parents redouble efforts to stretch the budget to accommodate gift giving, costumes, and decorating. VarageSale is here…
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Kids grow quickly. In the blink of an eye, your baby will outgrow the cute outfit you waited so long to put them in. How many of us were raised on hand-me-down’s from our older brothers or sisters? If you were part of a big family, it was not unusual to inherit things that were…
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Buying and selling your previously loved items is a great way to make and save money, reduce waste, and support your local community. At VarageSale, we believe that a safer buy and sell app creates a better member experience. That’s why VarageSale is the first and only platform to manually approve every member who joins…
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After the lazy days of summer, the transition back to school can seem particularly hectic. However, with a little preparation you can bring some of that relaxed summer feeling into September with you. Here are our must-do’s for managing the transition like the boss that you are. Get Back Into a Routine To make the…
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You and your family want to wring every last drop out of summer – without breaking the bank. We’ve got your back! Here are three great ideas to enjoy for family fun on a budget. Get Wet and Wild Turn your backyard into a water park with a sprinkler and a Slip ’n Slide. The…
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Summer just isn’t complete without a few great books to read at the beach, pool, or cottage. Here are our recommendations for beach reads to dig into this summer. Crazy Rich Asians By Kevin Kwan This deliciously devious debut novel follows Rachel Chu as she accompanies her boyfriend Nick Young to his home in Singapore…
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If you’re like us, getting dressed in the summer revolves primarily around comfort and convenience. But who says you can’t be stylish AND comfortable AND score great bargains? These summer fashion trends let you have it all! 1. Off-The-Shoulder Tops This trend is a simple and very wearable way to capture the easy-breezy vibe of…
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Canada Day BBQ’s are great, but what if you’re looking for other ways to celebrate our nation’s 150th birthday? The sun is shining, the kids are excited to (finally!) be out of school, and parents are looking for ways to enjoy the holiday as a family. Here are four great ways to spend Canada Day…
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Hey dads, you’re great, but shopping for you can be hard. As a father, you’re used to giving things to your family, which makes it tricky to reverse this role and turn the provider into the receiver. While Mother’s Day is all about spoiling moms with lavish pampering, Father’s Day seems to be mostly about…
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