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What do you do yourself that most people pay to have done for them?

Is it because you are frugal, because you are good at it or some other reason?

Posted - January 21, 2018

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  • 1812
    HVAC repairs and other related work, because I am good at it.
      January 21, 2018 4:58 PM MST
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  • 14795
    That's a pretty Cool job if you do it right.....lol
      January 21, 2018 5:55 PM MST
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  • 11005
    Not what I was expecting from you. You must be a man of many talents.
      January 22, 2018 8:00 AM MST
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  • 1812
    I know a thing or two. What were you expecting Jane?
      January 23, 2018 12:02 AM MST
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  • 11005
    I guess I thought you were more of a computer guy and I know that you have talent in that area. It's interesting to learn more about people on the site.
      January 23, 2018 3:58 AM MST
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  • 14795
    Mostly any job about the home or even vehicles.....My dads a builder,mechanic as are my three brothers.....
    i would bunk of school,to work with my dad...
      January 21, 2018 5:46 PM MST
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  • 11005
    I envy that ability. 
      January 22, 2018 8:01 AM MST
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  • 44618
    Make meth.
      January 21, 2018 5:48 PM MST
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  • 11005
    Being a scientist has its benefits.
      January 22, 2018 8:01 AM MST
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  • 14795
    Most all men have the means to make Meth'ane ......I've often got wind of their abilities not to Pass on it....hehe 
      January 22, 2018 5:01 PM MST
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  • 46117
      January 22, 2018 5:11 PM MST
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  • 14795
    The cat seems to smell a rat to it seems.....lol
      January 22, 2018 5:19 PM MST
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  • 46117
    It definitely knows what you meant.  LOL

      January 22, 2018 5:25 PM MST
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  • 1713
    I fix my own computers, sometimes other family member's computers. My mother works with computers and taught me how to fix them whenever mine had a problem so I wouldn't bug her about it. She fixed computers all day and didn't want to have to do it on her time off. She was pretty amazed how fast I learned just by watching. I also do minor repairs around the house, but with plumbing and electricity, I'd rather not mess with that. And for some reason I have a huge fear of pipes..that's why I can't do plumbing..
      January 21, 2018 6:49 PM MST
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  • 11005
    Impressive
      January 22, 2018 8:02 AM MST
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  • 46117
    I wish I could pay you to teach me how to THINK like that.  I know it is hopeless.
      January 22, 2018 8:06 AM MST
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  • 2327
    I trim my own beard. I'll pay to have my haircut, but not the beard. 
      January 21, 2018 7:38 PM MST
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  • 34284
    My taxes 
      January 21, 2018 7:52 PM MST
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  • 17599
    Most everything other than car repairs and major home repairs.  We have an HOA which takes care of the yards.  I used to go for pedicures but started doing that myself when I found out I could buy the same tools and products that they used at Sally's.  I always cut my own hair for a while and then go to a salon so they can even it up.  I clean my own house.  I don't want anyone in my home fooling with my stuff.  I handle my own taxes and money management for the most part.  
      January 21, 2018 8:11 PM MST
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  • 11005
    I could tell that you are self-sufficient. I would give much the same answer, except my reason for doing my own pedicures is the lack of hygiene in most nail salons.
      January 22, 2018 8:05 AM MST
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  • 17599
    Yes, you have to be picky about that.  The state and county laws here seem to be more stringent than some others......that's what the Vietnamese people who own the salon said.  I remember the first time I went for a pedicure I went to one closer to my home.  The guy me I asked too many questions.  I I took my feet out of the swirly water and left. :)  
     
    I've read many times about the dangers of fingernails and letting them put on the fake ones.  I remember my daughters wanting to get those fake nails and I would not allow it.  I've never let them touch my hands either.  
      January 22, 2018 10:18 PM MST
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  • 23577
    Unilke msot everyone answerin,g 'im a loser.
      January 21, 2018 8:14 PM MST
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  • 17599
    Why so?
      January 21, 2018 8:28 PM MST
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  • 23577
    Hi Htriftymaid
    I guerss I di write that, dint'I?
    I've had a really rough day and I admit it's that talking in my answer.
    Having a rough go of things- - not to whiemn but my dad died three weeks aog and thne three days after his service my mom went into hospital. I think it's all starting to hit me lately

    Sorry- - I best go before I come across evem more whiney.
      January 21, 2018 8:38 PM MST
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