One of the most convenient ways of shopping is to visit online malls and stores. However, there are some tips you need to know, in order to avoid scams:
- If prices are extremely low, don’t buy. No merchant makes gifts.
- If you cannot find anything about the online shop on other sites (like forums or blogs), don’t buy.
- If the website looks OK, and you find good testimonials from other buyers, search for coupons. You may get some additional discounts
- Look for the money back guarantee and check the conditions in which this becomes void. There was a case in which the merchant promised to refund unhappy customers, provided that they return the products not opened.
- Read the contract. Sometimes you may get fooled into subscribing to some monthly services, and your card will be automatically billed each month unless you cancel your subscription.
- If you buy from an international store, or from a catalogue shopping site, try to seek for the location which is closest to your place. You may have to pay less for shipping and handling, or you may even get free delivery.
- Always compare. Don’t buy from the first online store that comes your way.
Happy online shopping!