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Whenever
it is the start of the holiday season or one's anticipated payday every 15th
and 30th of the month, a huge weekend sale in shopping malls is probably the
main reason why anyone is tending for what to purchase for his or her everyday
life. Of course, even in today's modern world, people would like to shop for what
suits them and cater to their needs the most. Nowadays, it seems that there are
some who are starting to become smart and practical on their purchases.
Aside
from various discounts and rebates on selected or most items being offered throughout
the sale, a weekend sale is where those who have already finished completing their
shopping list can eventually have fun and even test their luck in special promos
and raffle draws taking place during the sale. I've got some essential shopping
hacks for you so spending your time and money shopping can give value.
1. Plan your purchases.
It
is always best to prepare what you need to purchase before shopping. This will
save you from impulse buying and direct you from buying what you need and
possibly what not in the present or maybe at least three months from then. Check
everything inside the house to find out what you need and what needs to be replaced
then list it all down. Afterwards, go on ahead and start browsing.
2. Take advantage of rewards
and loyalty cards.
If
you happen to have a rewards or loyalty card like the SM Advantage or BDO
Rewards card, make sure you check to see their validity before using them to
earn not just points for your purchases but also exclusive discount privileges
which can be availed at selected stores. If you don't have one, then you should
consider applying for them throughout the duration of the sale. This could give
you additional perks and automatic bonus points upon successful registration.
3. Reserve in advance.
The
best way to take advantage of a huge weekend sale is to come early. Otherwise,
it will take you a lot of time for you to canvass and tend for your purchases due
to the continuing outburst of people sprawling around shops and taking
advantage of what is offered like you do. Prior to the sale, put in one or two baskets
the stuff you need to buy during the sale. Then have the sales staff agree to
have them reserved and come back the following day to get the basket and head
down to the cashier.
4. Credit Card Rebates and
Promos
There
are credit cards offering financial schemes and rebates that will give value for
your money such as the BDO Credit Card while others also offer a "buy now,
pay later" scheme and installments. Before taking advantage of the
benefits of your credit card during the sale, contact your credit card
providers to know more about these promos and rebates.
5. Join the raffles.
After
shopping, pick up your receipts and join the raffle draws where an accumulated
mininum purchase can give you a chance to win any of the amazing prizes. If you
happen to be among the lucky raffle draw winners, redeem your prize at the
preferred location as stated in the draw's guidelines with the proper identification
documents and proofs of purchase.
6. Bring your own shopping
bags and save Mother Earth.
Plastic
bag usage is not allowed in many cities and towns across the country in order
to protect the environment and maintain its beauty and splendor so the sturdiest
and most economical way to carry your purchases is to bring your own shopping
bag. Purchasing a re-usable one can be essential but it would defeat its
purpose of lessening solid waste in the process.
