Like a lot of young couples, my husband and I wanted to find a very nice but inexpensive way of furnishing our house. In this article, I’ll give you some tips that have helped us and that you may want to consider.

Step1

First, to get a great deal on new furniture you really need to have cash on hand. The mark-up on new furniture can sometimes be as high as 300% of its manufactured value, but retail stores aren’t going to negotiate with you if you don’t have cash and walk-away power as leverage. This also give you a visual of how much you’re really spending, which makes you a little more bold than if you were holding a debit or credit card.

Step2

Second, consider thrift stores, garage sales, and sites like www.craigslist.com for certain types of furniture. I’ve gotten things like desks, bookshelves, and end tables at very reasonable prices at thrift stores–you just have to be patient to find things in really good condition.

Step3

Auctions are also great. If it’s not antique furniture, antique dealers aren’t going to be after it. This leaves it wide open for a much smaller number of people who want the furniture from a practical standpoint.

Step4

Unfinished wood items such as chairs and tables can be bought slightly cheaper in warehouse-style stores. If you or someone you know has the ability to stain them, you may get a much better deal plus the ability to choose the final finish.

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