(ThyBlackMan.com) The internet has made shopping easier than ever before. You can buy anything you want and have it shipped directly to your home. It allows you to find the best prices on the things you want too, if only it wasn’t so complicated!
With so many stores online competing for your business, it can be difficult to know if you’re getting a good deal. Instead of trusting a price because it looks good, follow these tips and you’ll be surprised at how much money you can save!
Search for Coupons
Never shop online without searching for a coupon first. Whether you’re shopping for a product or a service, or the business is big or small, you can probably find some kind of coupon online.
For example, Nike shoe coupons can help you save up to 50 percent off. That’s a big deal for a pair of shoes that can cost over $100!
You can also find coupons for free shipping, and you may even be able to find discounts on services in your area.
Check Social Media
Checking your favorite websites online is a good way to get a good deal. They always have the latest savings plastered all over the home page. However, you could really be missing out if you don’t check social media.
Many sales and coupons are provided to consumers at the last minute, and they’re posted on social media as a way to reward their followers.
Although larger brands will sometimes post promotions on Facebook and Twitter, you’re much more likely to get the best deals with smaller brands that are working on creating a loyal following.
Download the Right App
Comparing prices online can be dizzying. After all, they don’t make it easy! Not only do you have to flip between different websites, searching for the same item, you also have to look into the sales each retailer is currently running, and do a little math to get at the final price.
Skip all that hard work and download a good price comparison app instead. A few options include:
* PriceBlink compares and links you to stores with cheaper prices
* RedLaser is a QR code reader that compares in-store prices with online prices
* ScanLife allows you to compare prices from the top online retailers
Go Incognito
One of the newest methods online stores are using to make more money is to use your zip code to determine how much to charge. If you live in an affluent area, you could automatically end up paying more when you don’t even know it.
Fool retailers by shopping in incognito mode. You can also clear your cookies and browser history before you start shopping. That way, retailers don’t know where you’re located.
Retailers make saving money difficult on purpose because it means you’re more likely to end up spending more when you think you’re getting a good deal. With the tips on this list, you can make sure you really are getting the best deal!
Staff Writer; Jason Moore
