papadad111
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We have relocated to lower cost of living area to be closer to family for the next several years. Due to the move, we need to purchase some big ticket items. Looking for thoughts and opinions on following
Washing machine and dryer - seems like the $299 loss leaders are just as good as the $1100 Samsung models. The frugal person says to buy the $299 models. Any idea if even cheaper than 299 models exist ? Looking at best buy. Amana brand. Easily serviced- spare parts available on eBay etc
Flat screen TV - everyone touting 4k but even the 1080p seems good enough. Some good discounts on the 1080p models. Should I be frugal and find a 1080p bargain or go for 4k ?
Home phone - skipping landline. No need.
Internet - in a country -rural setting so no ATT internet or DSL service here so trying to install Comcast xfinity. If that's not available it looks like 4g using a hotspot from Verizon or ATT - expensive but seems more reliable than satellite internet ( heard horror stories)
Computers - kids need new computers. Best buy has some deals on Apple. Thinking MacBook Air x 2 - apparently our college student gets a 100 dollar discount but hs student does not. Any opinions on which models are best. Air or Pro? Can get an air 128g/4g ram air for around 750 plus tax. Seems ok. Is it ?
Also need new obamacare insurance for this state. We fall under an "event" so can sign up this month - wow it's expensive here - should we be looking for best doctor network or lowest price ? Thinking bronze or silver. Family of 4 will cost between 900-1400/month excluding deductible for 2015. Ouch and going higher in 2016 I understand.
Washing machine and dryer - seems like the $299 loss leaders are just as good as the $1100 Samsung models. The frugal person says to buy the $299 models. Any idea if even cheaper than 299 models exist ? Looking at best buy. Amana brand. Easily serviced- spare parts available on eBay etc
Flat screen TV - everyone touting 4k but even the 1080p seems good enough. Some good discounts on the 1080p models. Should I be frugal and find a 1080p bargain or go for 4k ?
Home phone - skipping landline. No need.
Internet - in a country -rural setting so no ATT internet or DSL service here so trying to install Comcast xfinity. If that's not available it looks like 4g using a hotspot from Verizon or ATT - expensive but seems more reliable than satellite internet ( heard horror stories)
Computers - kids need new computers. Best buy has some deals on Apple. Thinking MacBook Air x 2 - apparently our college student gets a 100 dollar discount but hs student does not. Any opinions on which models are best. Air or Pro? Can get an air 128g/4g ram air for around 750 plus tax. Seems ok. Is it ?
Also need new obamacare insurance for this state. We fall under an "event" so can sign up this month - wow it's expensive here - should we be looking for best doctor network or lowest price ? Thinking bronze or silver. Family of 4 will cost between 900-1400/month excluding deductible for 2015. Ouch and going higher in 2016 I understand.