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iReport.com: Thrifty and thriving

We're asking iReporters to share the best economic lessons from grandma and grandpa.

Parting with prized possessions

From beloved cars to jewelry to autographed sports memorabilia, iReporters shared stories of prized possessions they were forced to sell due to hard economic times. In many cases, these Americans described parting with something so cherished that it almost felt as if they were losing part of their souls.

'For sale' signs left in economy's wake

iReporters took cameras through their neighborhoods - documenting images that represent a slowing economy.