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StitcherIN THIS ECONOMY? When everything is “on sale” every other week, paying full price starts to feel like a choice. Jen and Jill call out the pricing tricks that make inflated “original” prices look like a bargain and revealing the products and services where you should never feel bad about asking for a better deal.
Do your due diligence, figure out the going rate, and find the wiggle room to negotiate.
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- Making the call. Do you have bills or subscriptions? Try calling the provider and asking for a lower price. You might be surprised how willing companies are to keep your business, even for a little less. And beyond saving money, making that call can build confidence in your spending habits. For more confidence-building exercises, check out Spend Smart at http://frugalfriendspodcast.com/app, our coaching app designed to help you reduce impulse spending and build healthier, sustainable spending habits.
Products Not Worth Paying Full Price For
Paying full price feels a little different when you realize you could have gotten the same thing for 30% less. Jen and Jill break down the products that are rarely worth buying at full price, from furniture and mattresses to clothes, appliances, and those random purchases that somehow always end up costing more than expected. They talk about when to wait for a sale, when to shop around, and when a little patience can pay off.
Your Bills Are Negotiable—You Just Have to Ask
Your monthly bills might feel non-negotiable, but a lot of them actually have some wiggle room. Jen and Jill talk about the services you can negotiate, from internet and insurance to subscriptions and other recurring expenses. They break down where it’s worth making the call, what to ask for, and how simply being willing to ask can put money back in your pocket.
And no, you don’t need to read a 300-page negotiation book first. Sometimes saving money really is as simple as picking up the phone and saying, “Is there anything you can do to lower my bill?”
What's something you refuse to buy unless it's discounted?
Jill is in her pregnancy-prep season, so she’s not paying full price for baby gear. Jen, on the other hand, isn’t paying full price for a car.
Bill of the Week
Thanks Catherine for sharing your bill about getting a replacement heating pad!
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