Recent questions tagged cheap

Description : Did your neighborhood give last year's unwanted Halloween candy to trick or treaters?

Last Answer : I’ve done that. Hard candy doesn’t expire does it? Anyway I ate some and didn’t die. HA!

Description : What items do you use even though they are broken?

Last Answer : We have a little blue wagon in the yard that we use to take the two year old on walks down the street. My two older grand sons took the wheel off trying to repair it, but only messed it up more..but it ... a birthday in Sept. anyhow, I'll buy him a new one then. For now he just has to make do.

Description : Do you shop at dollar stores?

Last Answer : I have been in them , but I don’t shop there. They seem to be filled with a lot of cheap junk of which I don’t need any more, and the food items are processed and near expiration, so I wouldn’t buy them anyway.

Description : Why doesn't Apple make iPhones in Somalia?

Last Answer : REALLY big infrastructure and security issues.

Description : How can I find a cheap small apartment fridge freezer in Red Deer , Alberta?

Last Answer : Try Wal-mart Best buy if Red deer has those two stores, Canadian Tire also sells that type of thing, or try pawn shops and maybe even a thrift store or too.

Description : What is something "Old School" that you like better than the modern version?

Last Answer : The Yellow Pages over some internet search that doesn’t include all businesses, or makes some businesses almost impossible to find, and exclusive internet billboards that only host those businesses willing to pay the price.

Description : Would it bother you to wear clothes from say Goodwill?

Last Answer : No. I wore hand-me-downs as a kid growing up. But I hear what you’re saying. Some of the people you mentioned would definitely not be caught dead near a Goodwill, but also would not be caught dead donating to same. Better to throw it away. (What a waste!)

Description : What's the cheapest cell phone service that will allow me to keep my old cell phone and number?

Last Answer : answer:Have you looked into Consumer Cellular? They seem to have low end phones and pretty good prices. They mostly market to AARP and other affinity groups. I believe that they resell AT&T, which is why coverage is pretty good,

Description : Need some cheap casual wear this summer.

Last Answer : What type of weather? I had a guy friend who always looked neat in solid color t-shirts from KMart and cargo shorts.

Description : How to mend the fence when neighbors set up high defense?

Last Answer : Build two fences… one on each side.

Description : Is there a 'disposable' product that you will use more than once?

Last Answer : -Plastic utensils -Razors -Plastic Bags -Waterbottles -Everything you just mentioned

Description : OK, spill it, what great deal did you snag on Black Friday and who did you have to elbow out of the way to get it?

Last Answer : only on steam

Description : When is something handmade cheap, and when is it chic and dapper?

Last Answer : [Mod says] The comments referring to the errors in the OP prior to editing have been removed.

Description : Have you recently given a random act of kindness?

Last Answer : answer:Oh a lot, like picking up a student’s pen when it dropped near me, or reminding another student that she almost left her coat in class. Nobody thanked me though :(

Description : Black Friday for you was it a bore, a score, or nevermore?

Last Answer : I stayed home and ate mashed potatoes and gravy sandwiches.

Description : What modern convenience do YOU live without that most of your friends and family believe is a necessity?

Last Answer : answer:My sister has no clothes dryer. She dries everything on old-fashioned wooden racks in her bedroom. In the nice weather, she opens all the windows so it is the same as drying outdoors. I have ... my and the nearby counties. I often use a broom and dustpan to sweep floors, uncluding the garage.

Description : How long do your family room sofas last?

Last Answer : You know your budget better than we do. If not satisfied with what you currently have, then attempt to sell it while it still has value rather than waiting until it is completely worn out. Another person’s “trash” is another person’s treasure.

Description : What is the most valuable item that you got cheap, cheap, almost by accident?

Last Answer : A clothes cabinet for $5… I just had to peel off the pink tape and I was fine, I don’t have it anymore.

Description : Which way do you prefer to receive something [details inside]?

Last Answer : It depends on what my priority is. If it is important to get something quickly then I will sacrifice something else.

Description : Samsung Galaxy Discover -- Battery SUCKS?

Last Answer : answer:Is this your first smartphone? If so, then you are in for a shock; smartphones eat batteries far faster than dumbphones. Also note that auto-updates drain a bit, and that includes ... are expensive. You can lessen the battery drain by turning the power-drawing options down/off though.

Description : What are some recommended Electric and/or Hybrid SUVs?

Last Answer : GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid 4WD at about $64,000. EPA rated at 20 city / 23highway / 21combined.

Description : Do you ever shop at resale shops (thrift shops)

Last Answer : answer:All the time, and all the time. Plus I donate my stuff to them. Here in my idyllic little community, the resale shop's profits go to a local summer performing arts venue that makes our ... . Both venues are backed by the same generous woman. I often wear my resale outfits to the concerts.

Description : Where do you buy cheap "stocking stuffer" style presents?

Last Answer : Target has a dollar section right at the entrance and sometimes there’s really cute stuff in there. I also make use of the trial size section in regular grocery/drug stores (my kids are all teens, now).

Description : Know of a good pianist that performs modern pop music live near New Jersey?

Last Answer : Try Emile Pandolfi, here’s his schedule of concerts. He playing New Jersey but it is Cape May, NJ. That’s a long trip down Garden State Pkwy.

Description : What is the cheapest smartphone on the market?

Last Answer : You may get a free one with certain plans.

Description : Hipster wanna-be (sort of). Help?

Last Answer : Shop Urban Outfitters

Description : When entering data on a website where does the data go to?

Last Answer : It goes to the websites server space. That is esentially what you are paying for when you buy webspace.

Description : Guitarists: Do you use your capo for both acoustic and electric?

Last Answer : answer:I used to use a capo on my 12-string. on the second fret, and tune all strings a full step low. The logic behind this, I had been led to believe, was to be able to play in the ... 've never purchased a capo online, and would hesitate to do so without some sense of how it feels and sounds.

Description : What is wrong with shopping at Wal Mart?

Last Answer : Well you can buy books that will explain to you the many reasons to hate Walmart but here is a small list, you can find many more reasons by googling about Walmart. As sociologists, we have studied them widely because they’re actually evil.

Description : If I only want to pay for one credit score, which credit reporting company should I order it from?

Last Answer : Our mortgage company uses Equifax.

Description : What's the cheapest way to build a habitable dwelling on unimproved land?

Last Answer : answer:Have you considered a used RV or trailer? The prices are really low now and they are quite comfortable. I bought a used Argosy trailer that is like a small house for about $2,000. It’s great. I just noticed the “no less than 700 sq ft” Oops. I still like my Argosy.

Description : Any good beauty products that I can get in Hong Kong?

Last Answer : answer:Actually, I would go natural if you are experiencing skin problems. I personally use 茶籽粉 (tea seed powder) for my hair but it feels good on my skin too. You can get some at Club O shop in Mong Kok (旺角亞皆老街80號昌明大廈7G) There are some other suggestions here for homemade face washes.

Description : Can anyone recommend a good sports bra for a large-ish bust that doesn't cost a million bucks?

Last Answer : Not personally, I’m a guy, but try Jockey.com .

Description : When is hand stitching chic or couture and when is it cheap?

Last Answer : answer:I think it’s all down to marketing. If you went to school with clothes hand made by Louis Vuitton that would be awesome. Clothes made by your mom would be taken as you couldn’t afford clothes by Louis Vuitton. Unless your mom was Louis Vuitton. Also, I think you mean “chic.”

Description : At what point is someone labelled cheap ?

Last Answer : answer:Bargain hunting should never engender shame. I would not bargain hunt to the point of inconvenience. I see no gender differences. Cheap is someone who does not tip enough or who never offers to pay.

Description : Where can I print good quality coasters?

Last Answer : I’ve used 4 Imprint for items like this in the past, and they’ve done a terrific job. They have good customer service skills and reasonable prices.

Description : What is the most/least expensive thing you are wearing right now?

Last Answer : answer:Most expensive thing are my Doc Martens. They were $119 (USD). Course, they’ve lasted seven years so far, so it was a wise investment. Least expensive… probably my socks.

Description : Where can I get Godzilla Unleashed for the Wii in brand-new condition for a cheap price?

Last Answer : I’ve bought pre-owned video games before and have never had a problem. Most chain stores that sell pre-owned games offer a guarantee if the game doesn’t work.

Description : What's a cool Secret Santa gift for a man up to US$10?

Last Answer : Gloves or a knit hat.

Description : Black Friday, did you get that bargain you wanted?

Last Answer : I will get exactly what I want. The only shopping I will do today is for gasoline. I'm driving to Mystic CT for an annual get together with my best friends.and their families. We talk, eat leftovers, ... , discuss our lives, tell stories, sleep, eat some more, watch movies It's three days of bliss.

Description : How would you handle this frustrating situation?

Last Answer : I would ask for a full refund actually, no-one should be expected to pay for staying in surroundings like those!...

Description : Would you move to another state/country just because it was cheaper?

Last Answer : No never! I would only move because it would provide a better quality of life with a view of course!

Description : What's a cheap and realiable phone service?

Last Answer : Verizon

Description : Where can I buy band t-shirts cheaply off the internet?

Last Answer : I’d check eBay if I were you!

Description : What should I do for my mother's 50th birthday?

Last Answer : Take her out to lunch or dinner.

Description : How Cheap Are You?

Last Answer : answer:Their action may seem like a cheap trick , but in actuality, they are violating a Federal Law, fraud. this may seem like a small criminal act, but if everyone practiced this crime, the post office ... meaning of cheap here, is it only takes 45 cents to deliver a letter. now, that's cheap!

Description : What locations are considered the most inexpensive to live in the U.S.?

Last Answer : Depends on your income. The odds of finding a job in advertising are pretty slim in Norman, Oklahoma. If you are on a fixed income I would look at Detroit.

Description : Where online can I get inexpensive original art?

Last Answer : answer:I’ll see if I can find some more. My girlfriend has one where she is going to sell some of her drawings. Darn. You mentioned Esty, and now I must have this (after clicking on your Etsy link).

Description : Have popular grocery stores mislead our knowledge of value?

Last Answer : You get what you pay for. Wal-mart Target and other “value” superstores are expert at disguising cheapness as value. If you prefer food or other items intentionally manufactured and prepared as cheap and inexpensive as humanly possible, shop away.

Description : How much does it generally cost to buy a decent pair of shoes ?

Last Answer : Sneakers? Dress shoes? Sandals? (Details, please? ;) )