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Compare Shopping

Comparing the best options for shopping, like groceries or that engagement ring you can’t wait to pop the question with, means sitting down and doing your research. There’s a number of factors to consider that are more general or relevant to your personal situation.

  • Is this shopping purchase better online or in-store?
  • Which place is offering you the best deal? Why is it better?
  • Consider not only the cost but your time and stress that may come from deciding on a major shopping purchase.
  • Are there available sign-up offers, coupons, or promotional discounts with one shopping option over another? There likely is.
  • What are the alternatives?

These are just a few types of questions and relevant things you should consider before and as you’re shopping. You don’t want to regret your shopping decision after the fact even if there’s a refund policy.