The Ten Shopping Commandments

[Alexa]

Do you have your own strategy for shopping ? Not yeat ? Do you want to buy whatever you want for less ?

Well, here you have the 10 rules or commandments for your guidence:

1. Negociate, even you are not really interested in buying. Don't forget bargaining is a way of life in many cities around the globe
2. Follow the end of the season for the marchandise you are looking for
3. Learn to know what you really need
4. Don't be a sucker, some types of products just aren't worth paying more for
5. Be a smarty-pants. For some big purchases, you may have to put in a little extra time. Remember, homework means money in your pocket.
6. Be nice to sales peoples
7. Kick the tires
8. Stay on your game. never forget a salesperson's job is to sell
9. Keep your cool even you,ve got a bad service
10. Wear confortable clothes. threat shopping like an enduring sport

Now it's time to check your shopping list. Are you in the market for a new party dress? Need some running shoes, red wine, a kayak, dish detergent, a baby crib, or a blender? The following pages contain the top tips to help you get the most for your money. Smart shopping doesn't always mean buying the cheapest item, and we all know by now that it doesn't mean buying the most expensive product either. Spotting quality begins with educating yourself.

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[Living Brian]

I'm a terrible sucker for buying at the price asked for - but buying online I've sometimes found that I've not required the full specs being offered, but the seller has been happy to set up something customised.

Probably works better with services, rather than products, though.