By Kat Yares.

With the advent of DVDs taking over the marketplace, there are many ways to build a library full of VHS movies at a cost of next to nothing.

While I know, DVDs have all those little extra's on them, most of the time it really is the movie what you want to watch and I've found some easy ways to collect those movies you've always wanted to see.

Pawn Shops. Many pawnshops sell VHS movies for as little as a dollar each. Our local shop sells twelve for ten bucks. The selection is usually pretty good. Looks for cases in good condition as this generally means the movies haven't been watched much.

Garage sales. As more people make the switch to DVD, they are clearing the shelves to make room. While costing a bit more than pawn shops, expect to pay no more than two dollars each for blockbuster movies.

Flea markets. As with pawnshops, movies are generally rock bottom priced, as the idea is to get rid of them. Here too, the more you buy, the lower the price becomes.

Friends and Family. Ask around for those movies you really want. As the switch to DVD becomes more widespread, many people will give their old videos to loved ones that ask.

Online auctions. Online auctions such as eBay are a perfect place to pick up those hard to find videos. While you may have to pay a bit more, this is the place to look for those movies that cannot be found in your area. Watch out for exorbitant shipping charges. They can make your bargain a folly. Other online places to check are sites such as half.com and amazon.com.

Most super centers also have bargain videos at reasonable prices. You may have to dig through bins to find the good ones and you will also have to check often for new marked down titles.

All the above places are also great ways to build a new DVD collection if you've made the switch. Or do what we do, and look at both. Some older movies are not available on DVD yet, so VHS may be your only option.