LESSON 4-HOW TO SHOP SMART?
To maximise satisfaction, YOU'LL HAVE TO LEARN TO SHOP SMART AND SPEND SMART!
These are the following tips for you to consider before purchasing what you WANT and what you NEED!
1.Don't shop as entertainment. If you go out for shopping purposes regularly, you will have the urge to buy something you find attractive. Perhaps, you can visit the park or the library during your leisure time instead. Alternatively, you can find a friend to go WINDOW SHOPPING with you to prevent you from spending!
2.CHOOSE to purchase things you want during SALES period. For example, during the month of June, the Great Singapore Sales will begin and you can purchase what you want at a much cheaper price. For guys who love electronic gadgets, you may consider getting what you want at IT fairs at the start and the end of the year. LEARN TO WAIT FOR WHAT YOU WANT AND YOU'LL GET MORE DISCOUNTS AND COST SAVINGS.
3.for gifts, SHOP IN ADVANCE DURING SALES. you might exceed your budget if you are in desperation to get a gift.
4.Be a SMART CONSUMER. Compare prices on the internet before purchasing what you want. Learn about the brands, models and features to ensure that you get what you want to prevent purchasing something redundant to you.
5.Dont underestimate saving something here and there. A little counts as by saving a little everyday will result in an eventual large sum of money!