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Originally Posted by LeeH View Post
Our Goodwill is amazing. Goodwill's new business model is to put the stores in better neighborhoods. I have a super $30 stereo behind my desk - Pioneer Elite VSX 41 receiver ($14) and a pair of DCM CX-17 speakers ($16). Garage sales around here are even better. I paid $20 for my KitchenAid dishwasher and have $45 in my wife's Motobecane bicycle that's in mint condition. Every Saturday morning feels like Christmas!
I've been to a Goodwill once and to garage sales a couple of times. Each time it seems like the folks wanted 70-90% of retail for the stuff that they were selling.

I guess maybe I should check again.
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