Saturday, March 28, 2009

How not to Save Money

Below is a list of 10 ways to shaft yourself as a consumer. These were written by Ralph Nader.
  1. Buy before you think.
  2. Buy before you read.
  3. Buy before you ask questions.
  4. Buy before you can afford to buy.
  5. Buy before you see through the seller's smile and smooth tongue.
  6. Buy before you comparison shop.
  7. Buy when yuo are tired or hungry.
  8. Buy when you are rushed.
  9. Buy to dote on your child or because your child demands the product.
  10. Buy just to keep up with your friends or neighbors.

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1 comment:

  1. I experienced #9 last night. I went to Trader Joe's with not only both my kids, but their friend as well! I spent over $90!!! I'll leave them at home next time.

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