Six Ways to Bargain Shop in China

When you are traveling abroad, how can you be sure you are getting the most for your money? There are six things you should be keeping an eye out for:

Haggling on Prices

Keep in mind that big name department stores and malls will not haggle about their prices. Look for stores with sale bargains at these places. If you want to haggle, look for specialty shops that allow for this.

Avoid Staring

Chinese salespeople can be pretty antagonistic, so if you find a product you like, look quickly so you aren't hounded by these folks. Once you get their attention, they don't let up.

Look, Don't Touch

Many products can be quite delicate. You may want to touch these items, but if they get broken in the process, any chance you have for haggling on the price is history. The best policy is…don't touch!

Bargain On Products You Want

Don't haggle about a product you aren't sure that you want. If you ask for a certain price and the retailer goes along with it, then you should buy it for that price. If you don't buy it for that price, you can get into some trouble.

How to Bargain

If you notice that a product's price is $10, don't offer the retailer $1. They have to make a living too. Make any haggle offer sound appealing to them as well as to your pocketbook.

Buying Certain Products

When you notice a high priced item, make sure you know if it is authentic or not. Many products can be knock-offs and you certainly don't want to pay more for something fake. You could also get into trouble at customs.