Rules for Bargain Shopping

Overview of Course

• The purpose of this course is to learn the rules of how to shop for bargains.

• You will learn four rules that will help you when buy or create gift items at a reasonable price.

• You will learn places where you can find the greatest bargains.

Why should you look for Bargains?

“Stretch the dollar”The way we spend our money is affected by the

following factors:

Factor Reason

Income from work Economy, layoffs, employment

Increase in cost of living Price of gas, medical, school, etc.

Shop Smarter Buy quality items or gifts at a reasonable price.

Why Do I Need to Look for Bargains Cont.?

SAVE MONEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

– The money you save can be used to purchase other things or for recreational activities.

Rule #1 Be Creative and Learn How to Do Crafts

~Think of things you can create or design at home before going out and buying it. Some

examples are:• Jewelry• Picture Frames• Flower Wreaths or Baskets• Soap • Candles

- You can get craft ideas and other designs by visiting your local Michael’s store or their website.

Rule #2 Always Shop at Discount Stores

ROSSBig LotsMarshallsGoodwill/Thrift storesDollar TreeOutlet Stores

Rule #3 Always Look at the Clearance Rack First

Before Buying Something at a Regular Price

~You can find great bargains by searching for items on clearance racks.

Rule #4 Wait for items you want to go on sale or

on clearance and then buy it.

HOLIDAY SALES

Rule #4 cont…Wait for items you want to go on sale or

on clearance and then buy it.

•Shop the day after Christmas•Get to know the sales clerks at

your favorite discount stores (they

can let you know when other sales will occur).

If you follow these four rules you will become an excellent bargain

shopper!!!!!!!

Rule #1 Be Creative and Learn How to Do Crafts

Rule #2 Always Shop at Discount Stores

Rule #3 Always Look at the Clearance Rack First Before Buying Something at a Regular Price

Rule #4 Wait for items you want to go on sale or on clearance and then buy it.