Bargaining Tips For Flea Market And Antique Shopping

One of the main drawbacks of the retail boom is that other than pushing the small shops to the brink, it also spelt the death knell to bargaining. Shopping in retail outlets is done in silence compared to the clutter and haggling in traditional shops and flea markets. In eastern cultures, bargaining is an age-old tradition. In countries like India, China, and Thailand, bargaining is a way of life. It is a stress buster for housewives, fun for students, the euphoria after winning a verbal duel for old ladies, and a vent to release the monotony of the day for shopkeepers. No wonder many people look towards a visit to the flea market just to test their bargaining skills. The ‘fixed price’ policy sought to stifle the art of bargaining. Instead, the art of bargaining is stronger than ever. Other than getting the best deal, the experience itself is worth indulging in. But to be a good bargainer there are certain criteria that you must follow. After all nobody is a born bargainer. In the East, bargaining is not taught, it is imbibed. Children see the elders haggling, on a daily basis and catch up on the tricks. For the rest of the world it must be learned. Bargaining is another lure of the East. Clinching the deal is just an added bonus. Bargaining is also very necessary for tourists in these countries so that they don’t overpay for whatever they buy. To help aspiring bargainers, go through the article below to learn how to bargain.