How to Get Great Deals Online

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There are a great many advantages to shopping online. Of course, there is the convenience that comes from not having to fight holiday crowds, take time out of a busy weekend to visit the mall, or figure out how to get a large or bulky purchase home.  However, one of the biggest advantages of online shopping the potential to get great deals, not only through promotions but also by understanding how online shopping works.  In addition to comparison shopping for the best prices, here are some tips to help you save money as well time by shopping online.

Promo-codes and Coupons

One of the easiest ways to save money on your online purchases is through the use of promocodes and coupons.  Promo-codes are offered by retailers to encourage customers to sign-up for services or open an account – entering the code when you make your first purchase will get you a discount.  Coupons online work in the same way as regular coupons.  Sometimes you are only able to use one coupon or promo-code at a time, but if you are able to use more than one, the savings can be huge.  Be smart – if you have a coupon that gets you a percentage off the purchase and another than gives you a fixed amount discount, be sure to use the percentage discount first!  Before you buy anything online, be sure to check if any codes are available to get great savings.

Clear Your Cache and Search Privately

Have you ever noticed that advertisements for hotels and restaurants in another start showing up on the pages you search just after you take a look at flights?  Or have your told your friends about a great deal online only to hear from them that the price they get is different than the price you just saw? It is no secret that advertisers and retailers are able to gather quite a bit of information about your spending habits and tailor prices that they show you.  In order to get the best deals, be sure that you browse in private mode, and that you clear your cookies and your cache.

Make Them Come to You

Have you ever put a few items in your cart online, only to be distracted or interrupted in the purchase?  After a few days, you might notice that you get an email from the store encouraging you to complete your purchase.  This might include a discount offer.  For this reason, it is always a good idea to fill your cart and then wait a few days before you finish the order – in the meantime, you might get a deal!  Be sure that you have an account with the retailer and that you stay logged in in the meantime.

These are just some of the ways that you can save your hard-earned money by shopping online. From medical supplies to holiday gifts, there is always a deal to be had!

 

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