Tips to Buy used Items in Pakistan
Buying secondhand is unquestionably different from purchasing new. There are a lot of beautiful used pieces of goods available online, but it's important to be cautious. A little knowledge goes a long way, and the more you know about what to look for, the better chance you'll have of finding those hidden jewels for your home. With that in mind, this is a list of things you should keep in mind while purchasing used items.
Make no assumptions about whether or not the item you're looking at is still available:
This was one of the first things I learned while I was in high school. I'm not sure why folks continue to advertise listings after they've been sold, but they do. It's inconvenient, but if you want to get a decent price, you'll have to deal with it. Always inquire first if the item is still available for purchase. It may seem tedious to repeat this process every time, but it saves you the mental strain of calculating your offer price, as well as the emotional stress of having your heart set on something that is no longer accessible.
Move quickly:
Act immediately once you've confirmed that an item is still accessible. Waiting even one day can mean losing your shot in front of hundreds of other invisible customers. Even if you're still working out the details, go ahead and make an offer to secure your seat. If you back out, it may appear nasty to the vendor, but they're used to it in these types of marketplaces (and will just sell to the next person that comes along).
Don't buy something simply because it's inexpensive:
Both new and used things are subject to this restriction. It's not a good deal to buy something you don't need or love, no matter how cheap it is. You'll eventually end up with a house full of needless or unsuitable objects, as well as an empty wallet to show for it.
Don't buy something until you need it or adore it. Then you'll have a house full of the appropriate things, all at bargain prices.
Take cautions with goods that have soft padded covering:
The majority of the time, you get what you see. The exception is upholstered furniture, such as couches, chairs, pillows, and beds. Animal fur, cigarettes odors, and even bed bugs can be found in those goods.
As a result, any goods that can't be completely checked or cleaned should be handled with caution. It's a safer purchase if you can chuck it in the washing machine with hot water or cover it in paint. Everything else should be handled with utmost caution when brought into your home. Take a pass if you're unsure.
Ask for a lower price if necessary, but don't be cheap:
Sellers in these digital markets, like flea market vendors, set their prices high because they anticipate haggling, responding to low-ball offers with counter-offers until both parties are satisfied they received a good deal. In the end, the market determines how much an item like kitchen appliances or electronic goods is worth, not the seller (although, thanks to the anchor price comparison trap, some sellers effectively exploit an item's basic retail as a negotiating point).
Even if it's expected that you'll provide a cheaper price, don't go overboard. Unless the seller is under duress, you're unlikely to persuade them to sell at a steep discount.
A related piece of advice is to keep a lookout for things that have had their listing price reduced - this indicates a motivated seller who is more willing to haggle.
After all, this also checks shipping charges and different sites so that you can make sure that you have caught a good deal.