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The Most Negotiable Store Items

Did you know that pretty much anything is negotiable, even items in a regular retail store or Internet store? Yes it is true! Of course, some items are easier to haggle down than others. Here is your guide to the products that usually offer plenty of room for haggling. Get a great price on the things that you need and want. The easiest things to haggle for tend to be the big ticket items. That is because these products often have a large markup, giving sellers a healthy margin to bargain with. Since there is more wiggle room, you have … Continue reading →

October Christmas Deals

Think October is too early for Christmas? Maybe not. Just look in any of the stores where Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations are displayed side by side. Perhaps it is the season of Hallowgivingmas? I’m not sure of that, but what I am sure about are some deals and savings that are available now, in October, as the stores try to get a jump on the competition for holiday shopping. Toys I’ve been seeing a lot of discounted board games out there. Whether these are left over from the summer, or an early start to the winter holidays, I don’t … Continue reading →

How to Become a Mystery Shopper

What is a mystery shopper and how can you become one? Mystery shopping can be a good way to earn extra money and get items for free. All you need is a flexible schedule and the desire to go shopping and try new things. What is a Mystery Shopper? A mystery shopper is someone who gets paid to go to a business, usually a store or a restaurant, and pose as a regular customer. The shopper goes in and usually buys something and then reports on the experience, including the cleanliness of the store, the customer service, how easy it … Continue reading →

Real Life January Bargains

Timing can be everything when it comes to getting the best prices. By focusing on the best things to buy in any given month, you can make sure that you don’t overpay. Here is a list of the traditional best things to buy in January, along with some extra tips about items that I have observed myself this week. Candles Christmas clearance can be anywhere from 50 to 90 percent off in January, depending on the week, the amount of stock the store has and the type of item. To really take advantage of this clearance while avoiding stocking up … Continue reading →

Using the Holidays To Stock Clothing

There are two times of the year when my family tends to get new (or new to us) clothing. The first is during the late spring to early summer, when yard sales and outgrown clothing sales are plentiful. The second is right now, during the holiday season. Here is why. Right now, the holiday sales are almost too good to be true. They will get even better after Christmas, but the selection will dwindle. To determine whether you should shop now or later, consider how desperate you are for certain types of clothing. Can you get by if you don’t … Continue reading →

How to Get a Free Personal Shopper

Personal shoppers are only for the rich, right? Not true. You can afford a professional personal shopping who comes with the price tag of free. Now that is a deal that you can use. A personal shopper can be a great idea for you any of the following are true: You aren’t sure what your own personal style is You don’t know what shapes, lengths and colors look good on you You recently have had a weight change, either up or down You recently have had a lifestyle change You have a special occasion to attend and you aren’t sure … Continue reading →

Extreme Couponing

Some of our previous neighbors were doing something called the grocery game. The two households shared one membership to the game’s website. The gal who ran the website would post the sales and bargains for the grocery stores in our area. She would list the coupons in the Sunday paper and then tell members what to buy at what stores using what coupons. The point was to get all groceries for nearly free. I was completely on board with that until my girlfriend told me that for a while you could not buy the things you wanted to buy. Instead … Continue reading →

The Garage Sale- Part 2

Some experts suggest you shouldn’t price items in a garage sale but let people offer what they think the items are worth. These experts claim people will often offer more than you would have put on the item. Others say to make sure items are clearly priced. It may be negotiable but it is a starting point. I adhere to this idea. If I went to a garage sale where I had to ask the price of everything I would quickly get fed up and leave. Be prepared to negotiate on price. Those who go to garage sales regularly usually … Continue reading →

Use the Phone

Have you ever found yourself driving all over town to find an item at the best price? Then finally giving in and buying it at the second stop to save the hassle. This is a common situation where we start off with the best intentions to save money and then the traffic or the swift salesperson throws us off. The phone is your weapon in defense. A crafty salesperson can’t convince you to buy and you can cover more ground much quicker. Using your phone for product research can benefit you whether you are buying school supplies or a car. … Continue reading →