I came across this crazy article about the Things You Should Never Buy at Goodwill stores! I am not sure who wrote this article as I have to disagree with the majority. I never buy undergarments as that is something I prefer to buy new in package. I guess bras aren’t in packages, I just feel better buying them new on clearance or sale.
I am curious as to what you guys think? I love buying at my thrift store. I help support the community, keep stuff out of landfills, and get great bargains!
Do you agree with this article? I would love to read your comments on this subject.
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I agree with the not buying under-garments, televisions & maybe most cosmetics & things like that but the ones I did not agree with were the toys & silverware. They can be disinfected easily & there are certain silverware I will not buy anywhere lol…the kind with the plastic handles & the top of it is metal & food & grime gets in the crevices & gets stuck, even after washing them & builds up & if you take them apart after a couple months or so, it would truly shock (& gross) you out at how much gunk is in there ha! I steered a bit of topic there but just sayin lol
A friend of mine got a bra from goodwill and ended up with scabies,she was horrified. I would .ever get undergarments from there.
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It weren’t for thrift shops and Goodwill, I wouldn’t have a wardrobe! I won’t, however buy undergarments there! I have bought nighties but only wear them after they’ve been washed in hot water and amonia once, them with my regular detergent in another hot water wash.
Goodwill has become pretty expensive for the already struggling consumer. Plus if you research what gets done with your money you will be disgusted as to the large percentage that go to the white collar bosses. Almost none of our money goes back into the local community.
Note: There is an exception and that is the “Salvation Army”. They really reach out and help those less fortunate and struggling. Which with the economy the way it is that could be you or me tomorrow.
Good will is a for profit business for the owner. Very little or none go back to the local areas. Items are expensive and can be purchased new for about the same price. From what I understand the handicapped employees are required to do a quota amount of work that is more than they can handle. Then they are fired. A challenged person does always understand why they are not wanted when that person thought they were doing the correct work.