SAVING MONEY WHILE SHOPPING AT GOODWILL!

My Love  For Goodwill!

                                                   

                     

          “I would never buy someone else’s things. Doesn’t it smell bad in Goodwill?”

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard these statements! I remember when my mother wouldn’t dare step foot in Goodwill! Now she goes every week! And the things she finds are amazing! Name brand items that are new or very close to it.

          There are quite a few resale shops in the surrounding Houston area that I frequent, but I have to say that Goodwill is my ‘go-to’ resale store. Why? Mainly because the store is extremely organized and easy to shop! Some charity shops are not very "shopper friendly." They keep clothes in large oversized boxes that you have to dig through! Not a fun experience! They may also have housewares in random places. Sometime prices aren’t clearly listed on items. And not to mention, the customer service can be pretty grim! At Goodwill I rarely experience any of the things I just mentioned. The customer service is always on point and workers are always polite and helpful.

          I do find a lot of great clothing items at Goodwill! To many to mention! But there is definitely so much more to see! I always find amazing deals on books that are normally priced at $1! Yesterday I found a new office chair for $20! Very good find! This particular office chair was worth at least $80! I have found tons of name brand shoes over the years that were new for a fraction of what they were worth! And if you’re an album collector, Goodwill is your place! They have TONS of used albums in great condition that you can add to your album collection. One of my favorite things that I have bought from Goodwill is my espresso maker! It was new and I snagged it for $4! It’s an old school small espresso machine that's worth $40! I’ve also gotten a real Louis Vuitton purse for $20 along with other expensive handbags!

          Let’s talk about how things are priced at Goodwill.  Clothing prices range from $2-$10! Other items are priced according to the condition of the item.  Friends have told me that Goodwill is expensive considering it's all donated used items.  But one of things you have to take into consideration is that Goodwill tries to employ individuals with special needs. They also offer job services and training. No to mention, they have great named brand items that you won’t find in a lot of other charity shops. Melinda P says, “I enjoy the big selections that they offer at Goodwill. Certain thing can be overpriced, but I do find a lot name brand quality clothes for a fraction of what they’re worth!”

          When you're shopping at Goodwill or any other resale shop, you have to be very patient! Things aren’t going to pop out at you the same way it would at a shopping mall! You have to look through clothing carefully to see what grabs your attention. When I first begin my resale adventure, I would go into a store and leave out very disappointed! I then went with a friend who showed me how to go through things carefully. I left with a ton of clothes and a great deal! There is an art to resale shopping. But once you get it! You’ll love it! I also want to add that I am in no way affiliated with Goodwill! I’m just a lover of all things resale! Give Goodwill a good go and tell me what you think! I welcome all comments and feedback!