I know some of our readers have written in expressing some frustration with hard times and I always get emails about what to do with all the extra baby stuff we accumulate over time. I thought the best way to solve the two problems is with two different solutions, one short term and one long term. We all know we can donate our clothing to a place like the Salvation Army or Goodwill, and although this doesn’t provide an instant benefit, it will save the most in the end when we do our taxes via a write-off. Another option to consider if you need money right now is to find a consignment store that caters more towards children’s clothing if not exclusively. They will typically offer cash up front for clothes, just make sure you get the money in your pocket and out the door before you stop to look at all the cool baby clothing and spend what you just got.