2007-02-12 15:13:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Do not buy what you do not want.
compare prices.
Do not let the sales person or the decor influence you.
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2007-02-12 18:06:12 · answer #1 · answered by Deepali 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let me give my wife as an example of smart shopping. She recently bought a Toyota Higlander (SUV), and by the time she got to the dealer, she knew MUCH MORE about the vehicle than the salesman did, and my wife is NOT a mechanic. She had owned a 1980 Toyota Corolla stationwagon, and had done similar research on the car, and knew so much about it that she didn't need to take a "test drive" of it. She just chose the color and interior, paid for it, and drove it off the lot. She did the very same thing in 2002 when she bought her Highlander. Also, when my wife goes to the grocery store, she has enough information about the prices of the items she has in her cart, and the comparative prices in other grocery stores across town that she can tell the cashier what the sales price is, who is selling it cheaper in town, and can produce the necessary coupons to get whatever discount there is. And she does it so civily and orderly that I am amazed. I have to admit, that as much as I DETEST using coupons and having to put up with the sales gimmicks various stores use to get us to buy their stuff, my wife does such a thorough job in knowing her desired purchases and their prices that I find it hilarious to go shopping with her because she definitely knows more than most people working at the store. And I can brag that my wife can do the very same thing when she shops for clothes, tools of any kind and general home repair items you might find at places like Lowe's or Home Depot. I can't stand to play what I call "the shopping game", but she does it so well that I love to marvel at her skills. So, how to shop smartly? Shop SMARTLY! God Bless you.
2007-02-12 23:33:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use cash. Get rid of your credit cards. Cash is much quicker. If you don't have the cash to purchase an item, you can't afford it.
This way there are no credit card bills. You are not charged exorbitant interest by the credit card companies.
Cash gives you financial privacy. With credit cards, there is a record of everything that you purchased, where and when. I don't think that where I spend my money is anybody's business, but mine.
You will never go into debt. You well never have financial worry. Remember, if you don't have the cash, you can't afford it.
2007-02-12 23:31:50 · answer #3 · answered by iraqisax 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Learn the difference between WANT and NEED.
If you can figure that out, you are ready to shop smartly.
2007-02-12 23:21:11 · answer #4 · answered by Mimi Di 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There was a thing on tv the other day about this family that lives really cheap. They shop for clothes in thrift stores and drive cars that they fix and buy food in bulk.
2007-02-12 23:16:46 · answer #5 · answered by Konswayla 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Leave your purse at home!!! just kidding...nope. Just look around for the best prices at the store you think it would be cheapest, then buy what you want and hope that you made the right decision!
Good luck!
2007-02-12 23:17:01 · answer #6 · answered by Shay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assess what your really need over what you really want.
If you're shopping for something large/ expensive ALWAYS get consumer reports.
2007-02-12 23:18:32 · answer #7 · answered by "Corey" 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
window shop first and then see what u want look at prices and then consult with ur best friend
2007-02-12 23:21:53 · answer #8 · answered by jenjen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy with cash you have only and always and you will not get in over your head in debt.
2007-02-12 23:16:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
clip coupons and bargain shop
2007-02-12 23:15:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋