Posted on Jun 21st 2021

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Do your Homework:

If you know what you are looking for, spend some time checking if the product is in a good position. It will help you negotiate a reasonable price where you think you are paying too much.

Reach early on the yard sale:

Whether it is usually harder to bargain early in the day, reaching early on the yard sale means you will have all the items to choose from. If a product catches your eye, but you think it is priced high, look it over and leave it; it gives you the haggling advantage if the seller assumes you do not like the price. However, if you want it badly enough and think the price is right, make the deal right away. If you are visiting yard sales looking for bargains, it is best to go later when sellers are keen to get rid of their wares and are more willing to lower their prices.

Don't Stop at One:

If the seller has several good items that you think you'd like to buy, do not negotiate until you have checked everything. Negotiating over many things makes the deal more appealing to the seller.

Master the Art of Negotiating:

The hardest part of haggling is getting over that uncomfortable feeling that comes with challenging a seller; practice is the only way to do this. Approach when the seller is not swamped; you will have their entire focus and a better shot at getting your deal. Decide a price somewhere close to half of the original tag; bidding lower causes the seller rejects your offer without consideration. Always be kind and polite; it could save you a bundle. Keep your enthusiasm for an item under your hat, or you could wind up paying too much.

Close the Deal:

Thank the seller if you seal the deal on your asked price. If not, ask the seller if your price might be considered if you come back at the end of the day and the product is still available.

 

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