I often see new business owners proudly displaying lists of all the new office equipment they're going to buy for their business. There's no doubt these folks have invested quite a bit of time thinking about and planning their operation. However, with a little extra effort, the same equipment can be had for a fraction of the retail price.

For all business types and sizes, saving money on office equipment can make an important impact on your bottom line. In certain cases, adopting a garage sale mentality towards office equipment can result in a significant cost savings.