ADVANTAGES
PREPARED BY AISHAH
PREPARED BY AISHAH
ADVANTAGES
The Internet has revolutionized our way of shopping. Because of the numerous benefits and advantages, these days number of people increasingly prefer to buy things online over the conventional way of going into stores. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping are as follows. So let us check out some information on the advantages and disadvantages to know more about online shopping.
Some of the points on the advantages of online shopping below:
Better prices. Cheap deals and better prices are available online, because products come to you direct from the manufacturer or seller without middleman being involved. Many online shops offer discount coupons and rebates as well. Apart from this, online shops are only required to collect a sales tax if they have a physical location in our state, even if we buy from a store across the world
No crowds. If you are like me, you hate crowds when you're shopping. Especially during festivals or special events, they can be such a huge headache. Also, it tends to be more chaotic when there are more crowds out and this sometimes makes us feel rush or hurried. Grumpy, annoying, and smelly people also annoy me when I'm out shopping. Plus, parking becomes a huge issue. All of these problems can be avoided when you shop online.
Price comparisons. Comparing and researching products and their prices is so much easier online. Also, we have the ability to share information and reviews with other shoppers who have firsthand experience with a product or retailer.
Less compulsive shopping. Often times when we're out shopping, we end up buying things compulsively that we don't really need. All because shop keepers pressure us or use their selling skills to compel us to make these purchases. Sometimes, we even compromise on our choices because of the lack of choices in those shops.
Buying old or unused items at lower prices. The marketplace on the Internet makes it much easier for us to buy old or unused things at rock bottom prices. Also, if we want to buy antiques, there's no better place to find great ones.
Save time and effort. You don’t want to waste time waiting and browsing the aisles during peak shopping hours only to discover that what you sought is already out of stock. This issue is easily solved by ordering online and having your things delivered to the closest and most convenient pickup location.