If you’re willing to haggle, you can find some great bargains. But some haggling tactics are more effective than others. Consumer Reports surveyed consumers about their in-store negotiating tactics to find out which ones worked best.
They polled 2,000 American shoppers who reported using a handful of different tactics, from flattery to sob stories. Consumer Reports then looked for the most frequently used tactics among the most successful hagglers.
Threatening to check competitors’ prices was the most-used tactic, at 55 percent. Forty-three percent of successful negotiators said they tried to make a personal connection with the salesperson.
If you’re a novice haggler, it might be helpful to know how the pros do it. For more tactics and detailed tips, check out their full post.
How to haggle your way to holiday savings | Consumer Reports
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Successful Hagglers’ Most-Used Tactic: Threaten to Check Rival Prices