Looking to save some extra money on your next appliance purchase? These tips can get you started.
Bundle Your Items
The easiest way to save money on appliances is finding the right bundles. Most retailers will package matching units during holidays or seasonal sales. Even outside of special events, many manufacturers offer steep discounts when buying in sets rather than individual units. If you're needing to replace or upgrade more than one appliance, buying a packaged deal might be your best bet. You could see savings upwards of 20% off the entire bundle.
Look for Rebates
Did you know Energy Star offers rebates on certain appliances? Not many people do. It's not heavily advertised at purchase and unless you actively look for them, you're unlikely to find any info about it. Before you purchase an appliance, visit energystar.gov/rebate-finder and search for units you're interested in. These rebates are usually mail-in forms, but the money saved is worth the effort.
Try Price Matching
Price matching isn't just for small item purchases; you can also use your shopping savvy with appliances as well. While not every retailer will honor the price of a competitor, much of their appliance inventory is sold well over the manufacturer's listed price. This provides a bit of leverage on your part when bargain shopping. Most likely, your preferred retailer will be able to match a competitor's price and still make a profit, meaning you save money and can still purchase from a location you trust.
Research Installation Options
Unless you know how to install the appliances yourself, chances are you'll need professional help getting your units installed correctly. Oftentimes, the retailer you purchased the units from will offer some sort of paid assistance. Depending on how much you spend, retailers will sometimes offer a perk and waive these fees. If they don't, pay attention to what you're being charged. You might find a better price from a third-party.
Look for Sales
This may be an obvious tip, but we're used to seeing the best sales during holidays or seasonal events. Because of this, we tend to only look for deals during these times. Truth is, appliances are running on sales all the time. Don't limit yourself to a specific time when you can find the same or better sales throughout the year.
List Price is Rarely Best Price
Haggling is generally not recommended, but that doesn't mean you can't ask for a better deal. The listed price, even when on sale, doesn't necessarily mean that's the final price. You've got some wiggle room when you're negotiating with sales reps. Don't be afraid to ask, “What's the best price you can give me?" Even when that doesn't lower the price, you can often bargain shop by adding other items to your purchase. You have a lot of power in your purchase. Be sure to explore every option before accepting the price you're given.
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