Applying the Cheap Bastard philosophy, this book tells you hundreds of ways to get the stylish things want for your home for less -- and whenever possible, for free!
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Live Large—for Less!
Who says you can’t always get what you want? The Cheap Bastard is back to show you how to stretch your scratch to create and maintain the home you never thought you could afford. From getting a good deal on a mortgage, to DIY projects you can do on the cheap, to living well on a modest budget, you’ll learn how to make your house stylish and comfortable—without breaking the bank.
The Cheap Bastard reveals:
• Money-wise ways to save thousands of dollars in home costs
• How to buy, furnish, organize, repair, and improve your space—for less
• Where to find FREE services and supplies
• Tips for negotiating better deals on things you do need to pay for
• Seasonal maintenance checks to avoid unnecessary and costly repairs
• Hundreds of cost-cutting tricks worth their weight in cold hard cash!
So house poor or house proud? The choice is yours.
The best things in life are free.
The second-best things are Cheap!
The second-best things are Cheap!
About the Author
Josh Garskof writes about subjects related to the home, family, and finances, and his work has been published in Better Homes and Gardens, Parents, Popular Science, Real Simple, and The New York Times. He is the former executive editor of Martha Stewart Living and the former articles editor of This Old House magazine. He lives with his family in coastal Connecticut.
Rob Grader, the Original Cheap Bastard, is the author of The Cheap Bastard's Guide to New York City.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome,
This review is from: The Cheap Bastard's Guide to the Good House and Home (Paperback)
This book is HILARIOUS and entertaining...as well as informative. I could not put it down.
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Funny, practical, and full of good advice.,
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This review is from: The Cheap Bastard's Guide to the Good House and Home (Paperback)
I've never read a Cheap Bastard book before, so this one was a real treat. The author gives a lot of good basic advice for creating a home cheaply. From finding furniture through dumpster diving (and also classier methods) to food storage and how to best utilize your refrigerator, Josh Garskov writes with engaging humor. Highly recommend this book if you are seeking to improve your home whether it is through some light remodeling or a redo of paint, furniture etc.
3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Not a sister replacement, but close!,
By Rena's sister (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Cheap Bastard's Guide to the Good House and Home (Paperback)
The (Cheap Bastard's) Guide to the Good House + Home is a lot like my older sister. Rena is fun, and she knows everything. Buy this book for anyone who doesn't have a sister like Rena.
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