So, you've moved in to a new home. Now you need furniture! The problem is, you're on a strict budget. Not to worry. Furnishing your new place doesn't need to be expensive. All you need are a few tips and some creativity to furnish your new place with flair and style without breaking the bank. Let's get started!

• Don't buy something just because it's cheap.

• Purchase only things that you truly love.

• Take detailed room measurements so you can make accurate purchases.

• Check on the return policy of anything that you purchase.

• Shop at dollar stores to find some great accessories for cheap.

You may have heard the term "shabby chic". It is the art of decorating that incorporates vintage pieces. This provides you with a way to create a personalized and well polished look for your home without breaking the bank. It's truly budget friendly.

• Visit yard sales

• Check Craigslist.com

• Woodworking programs at prisons

• Discount furniture stores

Yes, you can learn how to furnish your home on a budget. Do you think that people who have beautiful, well kept homes spent a lot of money getting things that way? Not necessarily. Money is not the deciding factor when it comes to furnishing your home with style and flair. There are ways that you can save money and give your new place an atmosphere that is in line with your personal style.

Before you get started you'll need to set a budget. How much money do you really have to spend on furnishing your home? Remember that the amount needs to be realistic. Too low and you won't be able to do much with it. However, set it too high and you may be wasting money.

Your first step is to figure out what you really need and what you can live without. Basics like a bed, furniture for the living room, and a kitchen table are all essential items.

1. Take inventory of what you already have for furniture.

2. Go through each room of your home and make a list of all the items you need.

3. Learn the difference between "wanting" and "needing". If you're on a budget you may need to try to stick with what you have and make new purchases to supplement them.

Your next step is to start looking for your new furniture pieces.

1. Comb your local area for yard sales and thrift stores. Some of these places have excellent prices for really great furniture pieces.

2. Check Craigslist and even eBay for any online furniture savings deals.

3. Stores such as Wal-mart, K-mart, and Target offer plenty of affordable furniture options.

4. Look for sales at some of the bigger furniture stores in your area.

5. Some places offer unfinished furniture at discounted prices. All you need to do is finish them yourself.

6. Some online stores, such as overstock.com, have a selection of furniture that is often heavily discounted from the original prices.

One of the problems with furnishing your home at a discount can be that your new place lacks any personal style. This doesn't need to be the case. If you take the time to choose pieces that reflect your personal style, your home will have a personal flair.

1. Before you truly commit to any purchases, ask yourself if the piece reflects your personal style.

2. Look through catalogs and magazines to get an idea for the looks you really love and then try to replicate them shopping at discount stores.

3. Buy a few select accessories to really give your place a homey feel such as throw pillows or wall hangings and posters. These don't need to break the bank either!