The Internet offers consumers a unique opportunity to locate information, discounts and coupons before visiting a retailer or service provider.  Using this option allows the consumer to have more control of the transaction and the final tally for their purchase.

Some quick ways you can increase your savings and control the price you pay:

• When buying any item over $50, visit the retailer’s website before you go to their store and look on their site for discounts, upcoming sales, coupons and any mention of price matching.
• Sign up for newsletters, sales ads for any stores were you shop on a regular basis.
• For stores that you frequent, learn their sales cycles and find out if they have certain days of the week for special deals or sales.
• Ask what if any discounts the retailer accepts.

Using just a few of these tips can make your shopping experience better, not to mention the savings.

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