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Comic Book Resources: Are you tired of driving to the mall and fighting the crowds just to get the things you want and need?
Online shopping has become a massive industry and is more secure than ever.
You can find virtually any product online, as long as you know where to look.
You can also find some of the best deals. See the Steps below to learn how to find what you want and buy it with confidence and security.
Do a web search for your item.
You can use this as a starting point for comparing prices.
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Look for your product on Amazon.
This means Amazon and its third-party vendors have one of the largest inventories available on the planet
- Amazon allows for vendors to sell used goods, so be aware of the product you are buying if you need it new.
Check auction sites.
But you can potentially find good deals and rare items if you take the time. See this guide for tips on auction sites.
- Auction sites have a lot more rules and regulations than traditional stores, and require a fair amount of input from you, the buyer.
- Make sure that you are familiar with all of the rules and regulations before you begin bidding.
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Visit market-specific sites.
Beyond the big-name stores and auction sites, there are also a variety of marketplaces that cater to specific markets.
You may be able to find better deals for what you need or bulk options that weren’t available in the big stores.
- Don’t forget to check the product manufacturer’s site as well. You may be able to save some money buying directly from the manufacturer instead of through a retailer. Not all manufacturers have their own online stores.
- There are a variety of sites that will collect prices from a wide selection of online stores and return a comparison.
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Look at deal aggregation sites.
A lot of forums and sites exist for finding deals on specific items.
These sites are mostly geared for specific markets, such as deals on electronics, books, and more.
If you aren’t looking for specific items but want to stay informed about the latest deals on products that interest you, these are great services.
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Trust your gut.
If you start to feel pressured into a purchase or you feel that the deal may be too good to be true, trust your instincts and avoid the sale.
There are plenty of people who offer get-rich-quick schemes and “life-changing” products.
But these should all be met with a hefty dose of skepticism.
- Always read reviews of the seller and the product before making any purchases.
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Note the shipping costs.
Even if you find an amazing deal on an item, it might be offset by what you have to pay to ship it.
If the shipping costs are outrageous, ask yourself if it’s worth paying to ship as opposed to getting it from the store downtown.
- Compare the costs of different shipping methods.
- If you don’t need it immediately, you could save yourself a lot of money by picking a slower shipping method.
- Be especially wary of shipping costs from auction sites.
- These are set at the discretion of the seller, and unscrupulous senders may hike up shipping to take advantage of customers.
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Buy multiple items to minimize shipping.
If you are purchasing multiple items, try to do so all from the same vendor, and in one purchase.
Most vendors will group these into one shipment and many will ship for free over a certain purchase amount.
Avoid refurbished items if possible.
Refurbished items are often sold for close to the amount of a new one.
But have been repaired to be resold. While you may be able to find good deals this way, avoid it if possible.
If you are going to be buying refurbished, check the warranty and ensure that the coverage is good in case it fails again.
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Read the return policy.
Make sure that the retailer you are buying from has a comprehensive return policy, and that you understand what you will be responsible for.
- Many retailers charge restocking fees to process returns.
- This may be taken out of the amount returned to you.
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Search for coupon codes.
Check the site’s security.
Which prevents thieves from being able to read the data. If you don’t see the padlock icon, do not purchase from that website.
- Secure sites will also have “https://www.example.com” instead of “http://www.example.com”
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Use a credit card instead of a debit card.
Whereas if the credit card information is stolen, it can all be quickly reversed by the credit card company.
- Try to use one credit card for all online purchases to help minimize the risk and keep any potential incidents isolated.
Never make a purchase on an unsecured wireless network.
If you are connected to an unsecured wireless network, any data that you send out from your device is unencrypted until it reaches the router.
This means that hackers can “listen in” on your device and the information you are sending and receiving from the internet.
- If you had to enter a password to join the network, then it is secure and your data is being encrypted. For the most security, only make purchases from a computer on your home network.
Vary your passwords.
Because if one store is compromised the thieves would have access to your payment information in any store you use.
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Archive your receipts.
It will also help to have receipts for legitimate purchases in the event of fraud.
- You can either print and file your receipts or save them digitally.
Shop using a virus-free system.
Viruses on your computer can jeopardize your security and send your information to hackers and thieves.
To prevent this, make sure that you keep your anti-virus program up to date and perform regular virus scans.
See this guide for details on keeping your computer protected against viruses and malware.
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