How to bargain correctly

1. Find out if you can bargain

Even in countries where, in principle, it is customary to bargain, this can not be done everywhere. To avoid getting into an awkward situation, make sure that the seller is really ready to bargain with you before you start pushing down the price. To do this, it is enough to say about the item you like, something like "Great thing, I really want to buy, but too expensive." If you can bargain, the seller will ask you how much you are willing to pay, or offer a price at least slightly lower than the stated one.

2. Determine the budget boundaries

Decide in advance how much you are actually willing to pay for the product you like. This will help you not to fall for the seller's tricks and not give a lot of money for an unnecessary trinket simply because you have significantly knocked down the price and now the deal seems too good to refuse. However, when you bargain, in no case tell the seller the maximum amount that you are willing to pay.

3. Find out how much you are willing to sell the product

It will be helpful to understand what the lower price limit for the item is for the seller. The best way to test this is to bargain for a short time, and then say that it is still too expensive and head for the exit. Many sellers at such a moment try to stop a potential buyer by shouting out a significantly lower price. Most often, this is the lowest amount that the seller is happy with. But you should only agree to it if it does not exceed your predetermined maximum budget.

4. Place the seller towards you

Before you start bargaining, try to establish contact with the seller. Ask his or her name and introduce yourself, ask about the products in more detail. Try to demonstrate knowledge of local traditions. You can, for example, say hello or say thank you in the language of the country where you are. If the seller is positive about you, they will be more willing to lower the price.