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Do you charge an "annoyance tax" at yard sales?
What's your most memorable Halloween costume?
Keep your eye out for a lost llama
Holy Garage Sale, Batman!
Discuss it: Have you sold any family heirlooms?
Free Professional Pet Photography This Weekend At Petco Grand Opening
Free Rose Giveaway for Good Neighbor Day
Alta Vista Cutie for $850
Discuss it: Would you buy these franchises for sale in Tehachapi?
Discuss it: Are you ready for a disaster?
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Californian columnist Valerie Schultz came clean on something she did while holding a recent garage sale: She slapped an "annoyance tax" on people who, well, annoyed her.  It's safe to say she's not alone in this regard, whether the irritation from shoppers comes from a person's politics (Valerie's case), behavior, attitude or whatever. I like that she's come up with a catchy phrase for the practice.  What do you think? Have you ever charged an "annoyance tax"...
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Topics: garage sale, yard sale
posted by BargainBetty on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 01:53 PM
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Ran across this classified ad for a pirate's costume and it got me thinking about memorable Halloween costumes.  Whether it was as a kid or adult, what's been your most memorable costume? 
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Topics: Halloween, costumes
posted by BargainBetty on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 07:39 AM
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Found this ad for a lost llama, which doubles as a family pet! There's a reward. Be on the lookout!
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Topics: llama, pets
posted by BargainBetty on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 10:52 AM
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Location: 7808 Terry John, Bakersfield, CA 93301

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 Hey bargain hunters, check out this ad for a "massive" garage sale with more than 10,000 items! It's purported to be the largest in town.   This is your first look........For those of you who have been to one of my garage sales before, you know it will be largest in town.  I have lots of Tools  300 Dvds, ps2 and xbox games, 200 Cd's, boxes of baseball cards, comics, records and 45's  Furniture, patio furniture  Sporting goods, Fishing pools,...
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posted by BargainBetty on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 07:42 AM
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My two older sisters got in a huge fight over what jewelry was left to us "girls" by my Grandmother. I'm not talking about an argument, but a real fight with punching, kicking and screaming. I got my 1/3 fair share of pieces, but boy, I didn't think it was worth a black eye and pulled out hair to get the best stuff. The funny thing is, despite how bratty they were about it, neither of them ever wear what they got! Considering that experience, I was kind of surprized to see this...
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posted by BargainBetty on Monday, September 21, 2009 at 02:01 PM
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Location: 8220 Rosedale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93314

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A new Petco is celebrating their Grand Opening this weekend at 8220 Rosedale Highway. They have a schedule full of festivities, but one in particular caught my eye. They are offering free professional pet photography including a free 5x7 portrait. They are doing the free photo shoots starting at 9 am on Saturday and 10 am on Sunday. Of course, there are a few restrictions: Free photos will only be given to only to members of their P.A.L.S. member program. (It's a free discount card...
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posted by BargainBetty on Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 08:49 AM
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Location: 800 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301

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Today is Good Neighbor Day and to celebrate Log Cabin Florist is giving away a dozen roses to everyone who comes to their store today (while supplies last). The recepiant is supposed to share their blooms with other good neighbors. I went on a quick fact-finding mission and roses are still being given away. Hurry down there! Galleria Florist was also doing a rose giveaway and unfortunately ran out. They are giving you a flyer for 10% off a purchase though. Did you get a rose today? If you...
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posted by BargainBetty on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 09:48 AM
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In the charming Alta Vista neighborhood, this rental home offers a unique Bakersfield lifestyle: 2+1 $850 + $850 deposit. 100 Block Oregon St. Alta Vista/Bernard Neighborhood. Large yd 2 car garage.Nice clean home in a great neighborhood! Pets ok w deposit. (661)215-3648 Would you want to live in the Alta Vista neighborhood? What are the pros and cons of living in this neighborhood?
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posted by BargainBetty on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 01:12 PM
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David is advertising two franchise businesses for sale in the classifieds located up in the hills of Tehachapi. He is selling the Baskin Robbins ice cream store at 785 Tucker Rd # E and the Quizno's at 1001 W Tehachapi Blvd # B400. He didn't list the price, but if you are interested, call him at 661-343-1552. Would you buy these franchises for sale in Tehachapi? If I were to own a business, I don't know if I would like owning a franchise. Would you buy one?
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posted by BargainBetty on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at 04:30 PM
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If there is ever an earthquake or an impending Y2K-like event, are you prepared? Since I only have milk, some wilted lettuce and a can of stewed tomatoes at home, I know I'm not. I hate to sound paranoid, but maybe buying a case of these isn't such a bad idea: Military Ready To Eat Meals I've got the MR ES for sell only have about 20 cases left. The MR ES are good for Camping, Disasters, and just eat them when you're on the run. I've got two types of meals theirs a A and B boxes that have...
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posted by BargainBetty on Monday, August 31, 2009 at 04:13 PM
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