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Things You Should Never Buy - New
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If you`re looking to get the most value for your dollar, it
would do your wallet good to check out secondhand options. Many
used goods still have plenty of life left in them even years
after the original purchase, and they`re usually resold at a
fraction of the retail price, to boot. Here`s a list of 5 things
that make for a better deal when you buy them used.
- DVDs and CDs: Used DVDs and CDs will play like new if they were well taken care of. Even if you wind up with a scratched disc and you don`t want to bother with a return, there are ways to remove the scratches and make the DVD or CD playable again.
- Books: You can buy used books at significant discounts from online sellers and brick-and-mortar used book stores. The condition of the books may vary, but they usually range from good to like-new. And of course, check out your local library for free reading material.
- Video Games: Kids get tired of video games rather quickly. You can easily find used video games from online sellers at sites like Amazon and eBay a few months after the release date. Most video game store outlets will feature a used game shelf, as well. And if you`re not the patient type, you can rent or borrow from a friend first to see if it`s worth the purchase.
- Special Occasion and Holiday Clothing: Sometimes you`ll need to buy formal clothing for special occasions, such as weddings or prom. Most people will take good care of formal clothing but will only wear it once or twice. Their closet castouts are your savings: Thrift stores, yard sales, online sellers and even some dress shops offer fantastic buys on used formalwear.
- Jewelry: Depreciation hits hard when you try to sell used jewelry, but as a buyer you can take advantage of the markdown to save a bundle. This is especially true for diamonds, which has ridiculously low resale value. Check out estate sales and reputable pawn shops to find great deals on unique pieces. Even if you decide to resell the jewelry later, the depreciation won`t hurt as much.
By: Lynn Truong. Truong is the co-founder and Deals Editor of Wise Bread, a blog dedicated to helping readers live large on a small budget. Wise Bread`s book, 10,001 Ways to Live Large on a Small Budget, debuted as the 1 Money Management book on Amazon.com
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