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Fix or toss? Deciding when to replace cars and appliances
Original: Column | Fix it or trash it? How to decide how long to keep your car and home appliances.
A Washington Post advice column walks readers through how to decide whether to repair or replace cars and home appliances, weighing repair costs, remaining lifespan and reliability. The practical guidance comes as households face high prices for both new vehicles and major appliances, making the fix-versus-buy question more financially consequential.
Why now: High costs of new cars and appliances are pushing consumers to think harder about whether repairs are worth it.
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- Column | Fix it or trash it? How to decide how long to keep your car and home appliances. · The Washington Post
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