# your home: The first place you might want to look for something 2ndhand is in your own home, especially if you are looking for a project. What is hiding in a corner or covered with a blanket of which you are ashamed that could have potential as your pride and glory?
# freecycle: Let me tell you, the person who told me about freecycle changed my life forever. Everything is and must be FREE! freecycle.org is the starting ground if you are new to freecycle. It is a little bit different everywhere you go. In my region it is a group on Yahoo. I get emails everyday from fellow freecyclers of stuff they want or are offering. Take advantage of your email's filter power or else you will get 50+ emails a day. You do have to register and be approved and there are some rules, but it is pretty nifty.
# craigslist: I'm a craigslist lover. It is classifieds online. What is not to love? craigslist.org is, again, your starting point. I have found everything from apartments to rent to people to tutor to shelves filled with 100+ books. And don't forget to barter. Make an offer if the price is a little too high for what you want. craigslist also has a FREE section. Peruse it every once and awhile!
# thrift stores: Never underestimate the power of a good thrift store. If you are near a thrift store and are in need of something, stop by and take a look. Things come and things go and frequency is key.
# friends: One man's junk is another man's treasure. And so it is with the piano and with our dining room table and with our couch. If someone is getting rid of something and it fits your need, don't be shy!
# yard sales, curb sides, and dumpsters: Seriously. You never know what people are getting rid of and what mode they use to get rid of it. Keep your eyes peeled!
+ Do you have any experience obtaining items 2ndhand?
+ What are your best tactics?
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