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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Ever thought about becoming a reseller? The numbers show it’s a growing business, with a recent industry report expecting the global secondhand marketplace to add up to $350 billion ...

For about a year now, I’ve been a devoted thrifter. I estimate that about 75 percent of the clothing and household items I’ve purchased have been second-hand finds. My main motivation, of course, has ...

She transformed a $3 saucer and crystal dish from the thrift store into the prettiest soap dish using just super glue. It's so much more elevated than a regular plastic soap dish, and you can even use ...

Explore thrift stores for unexpected treasures like vintage cookbooks, cast iron cookware, and silver-plated items to find unique and valuable finds at affordable prices. Look for quality vintage ...

On Saturdays, Janie Norris, her husband Jason and daughter Angel, a Roosevelt High School sophomore, do all-day thrifting safaris. “I have a map of all the thrift stores in town and we circle the city ...

PHOENIX — With fall fast approaching and a new school year already underway, many Americans are looking for ways to refresh their wardrobes without overspending. The average American spends $1,445 on ...

This story is part of a Seattle Times focus on the affordability crisis in the Northwest. We explore the high cost of living and wealth disparities that shape our region; examine policies that impact ...

Thrift stores can be one of life's great pleasures. They funnel still-functional, lightly used products away from landfills and into the hands of consumers who can put them to good use. They can also ...

From retro housewares to vintage clothing, these Toledo thrift shops offer plenty of budget-friendly treasures worth digging ...