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I love Bargain Hunting... especially at Yard Sales, Flea Markets, Estate Sales, Auctions, even Thrift Stores.... you name it, if there is a deal to be found - I will be there! When bargain shopping, getting the best deal isn't that difficult, it just takes a little strategy. Here are a few of my favorite tips to help you on your next bargain-hunting adventure.
1. Carry cash.
Even though we live in a society driven by swiping a debit or credit card, when it comes to bargaining, nothing is more powerful than cold, hard cash. So make sure you stop by the ATM before you get to the flea market or garage sale. Not every seller accepts credit cards (some may take a personal check), but everyone willingly accepts cash.
Carrying cash means you’ll never spend more than you have budgeted. Without the temptation of credit cards, you will only be able to spend the cash you have in your wallet.
Even though we live in a society driven by swiping a debit or credit card, when it comes to bargaining, nothing is more powerful than cold, hard cash. So make sure you stop by the ATM before you get to the flea market or garage sale. Not every seller accepts credit cards (some may take a personal check), but everyone willingly accepts cash.
Carrying cash means you’ll never spend more than you have budgeted. Without the temptation of credit cards, you will only be able to spend the cash you have in your wallet.
2. Do your
homework.
Even before you hit the shops, do a little research on the items you're hunting. If you know you want a farm table, look at tables of similar size and style for a pricing guideline. Hit up local antiques and flea markets, or start online with sites such as eBay and Craigslist. Once you have a ballpark number in mind, you’ll know when you are getting a fair price, and even better, when you are getting a real deal.
Make sure you inspect the item in question. Examine the condition, and use any flaws to your advantage. Pull out the drawers, look at the joints, and hunt for cracks. If you see any flaws, point them out and use them as leverage to lower the asking price.
Even before you hit the shops, do a little research on the items you're hunting. If you know you want a farm table, look at tables of similar size and style for a pricing guideline. Hit up local antiques and flea markets, or start online with sites such as eBay and Craigslist. Once you have a ballpark number in mind, you’ll know when you are getting a fair price, and even better, when you are getting a real deal.
Make sure you inspect the item in question. Examine the condition, and use any flaws to your advantage. Pull out the drawers, look at the joints, and hunt for cracks. If you see any flaws, point them out and use them as leverage to lower the asking price.
3. Timing is everything.
Vendors and sellers have taken the time to haul items to antiques shows,
flea markets, and even garage sales, and they don’t want to tow them all back
home. So if your timing is just right, you might be able to score a deal simply
by taking an item off their hands at the end of the day. True, to get the best
selection you want to shop early, but if a great price is what you are after,
later just might be better.
4. It's all in the delivery.
Initiating the negotiation can be tricky. If an item is marked with a
price, you’re ahead of the game. To find out the desired price, try to avoid
asking dead-end questions like, “How much is this?” Instead, opt for a more
open phrasing such as, “What are you asking for this?” Most importantly, be
confident. When you come across as assertive, the seller will take notice. But
if you seem unsure and timid, they will without a doubt stick to their asking
price.
5. Don’t insult the seller.
Even though you want the item for as little as possible, if you insult the
seller by offering a way-too low price, you’ll do more harm than good. A good
tactic is to offer about 25% less than the asking price. If the table is marked
at $100, then start your bargaining at $75. This is when Tip #2 is extremely
helpful. If you know the average asking price for a similar-style item, you’ll
make an educated offer, which will most likely be accepted.
AND NOW...
Announcing the randomly picked winner of my very first GIVEAWAY.... Sheila Rambeck. Congratulations to Sheila, she is the proud winner of our Eiffel Tower Iron Votive Candle Holder.
As of today, we have surpassed 1000 subscribers on our Youtube Channel. Thank you to everyone for all your love and support - Here's to the next 1000 subscribers!
AND NOW...
Announcing the randomly picked winner of my very first GIVEAWAY.... Sheila Rambeck. Congratulations to Sheila, she is the proud winner of our Eiffel Tower Iron Votive Candle Holder.
As of today, we have surpassed 1000 subscribers on our Youtube Channel. Thank you to everyone for all your love and support - Here's to the next 1000 subscribers!
