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09.10.2015
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And some purchases that you really should do in physical stores
Sometimes it's better to buy a product in physical stores; in others, use the internet is the best option. It may even do a combination of both is the best deal.
According to a study published by Business Insider, better selection and prices are the main reasons for an online purchase after research in physical stores, with 57% and 49% of the choices.
If you are ever uncertain about leaving home or not to buy a product, check this list of things you should always buy online:
1. Electronic
Buying a smartphone, a TV or a new computer can be too much work. The variety is enormous, the specifics are many, so it's always very difficult to know what is the best option to meet your needs.
The article recommends that large purchases such as these are carried out over the Internet, to get a better sense of the possibilities, more time to research guarantees and return policies - if you choose wrong. Also, it is easier to compare products and brands virtually.
Another possibility is to find used or refurbished products, if you want to spend less.
2. Cars
Online negotiations are a great way to start the research for the purchase of a vehicle, as they allow you to easily compare the prices and availability at each dealership.
The first step is to search for a reliable source to make sure of the price basis and estimate what is right for certain brands, models and sizes. Then negotiate the web with a choice of vendors to get the best deal. You can get a great deal before even seeing the car in person, although it is important to do this before you close indeed.
This strategy is great to avoid impulsive agreements.
3. Groceries
Not always online these are great products: the Internet can also help maintain your refrigerator.
Most people already know the type of coffee, the brand of butter, the favorite bread, toilet paper you usually use. You do not need to leave home whenever I need to replace these products. Sometimes it can find deals from your favorite brands in virtual versions of supermarkets. And you can optimize your time as well.
4. Suitcases
Quite simply, it is not easy carrying a suitcase around, so you walk from store to your home (or your car) with one in hand? Search virtually look for sites with offers and cheaper delivery charges, choose the size perfect for your next trip and buy virtually.
5. Christmas Gifts
The best way to get the most advantageous offers at the end of the year is to search the Internet. The sites often create special promotions, such as Black Friday, and comparing the Web, as well as avoid the crowds, it is easier to compare and see if the promotion is indeed advantageous - or deception.
A good tip is to buy as much as possible items in the same store to save on shipping.
But what to avoid?
For some items, it is best to still go to the store, even before you search for bases of prices and people on the internet recommendations. Check out:
Mattresses: you can not really know the comfort level of a mattress on the Internet. It is important that you know exactly where to go to sleep every night.
Art and decoration: there's no way - you can never be sure of the color of an item when the purchase is made via the Internet. The brightness of the picture may not be the best, your monitor might be different configurations of the store monitors ... There are many variables. If you want to buy an item in which the color is one of the most important features, at least take a look in the store before.
Furniture: it is more or less the same logic of the previous item. Another point: go to the store usually offers more options of price negotiations and delivery forms.
Source: InfoMoney
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