9 Tips for Getting a Bargain and Saving Money

Keys to good deal making 

1. Know where and when to haggle over a price tag. Flea markets, garage sales, service businesses, car lots, and small businesses are prime examples. You can also bargain at department and electronics stores too, but it's best to only do so on larger ticket items ($500+). You can't haggle everywhere over everything.
2. Know your price. Before beginning to strike a up a deal, know how high you're willing to go. And start at a price below that so you have room to offer more if you need to.
3. Stay reasonable. Stores have the right to make a profit. You can't expect to get things for half price. I usually will not try to get more than a 25% discount, this usually works best.
4. Be firm, but be polite. The idea isn't to argue with the salesperson. Instead, you want them to see your point of view.
5. Practice your timing. Haggling when the store has slow sales will get you a good price. And coming in when the store is about to close never hurts either. These are times when the sales people are really looking to hook you or get you out of the store.
6. Know when to get out. You don't want to haggle with someone for hours if you're not getting anywhere. Just end the discussion and tell the sales clerk you'll go elsewhere. Sometimes this will sway them, sometimes not.
7. Talk to the right person. Sometimes talking to a person in management helps. Make sure you're discussing a discount with a person who can authorize the discount.
8. Be prepared to buy. Don't haggle over something you want to purchase in the future. Once you reach an agreement, you will be expected to complete the transaction immediately.
9. Cash always talks. If you say all you have is $500, don't be afraid to show them that's all you have on you. This is how I got $75 off my first laptop. Cash says you're serious and ready to buy.