There used to be a joke that if there was one TV left in the world, it would be on sale. I guess the same could be said of matresses (when was the last time you bought one of these without a sale?).
We just bought a new refrigerator from Sears and they were offering 12 months no financing. They offered a rebate on delivery and to take away our old one at no charge. I was just got my haircut and they are offering 2 for one deals(bring a friend). The spa near us if offering 50% off. The restaurant we visited last week handed us a coupon that allows us to get 20% the next time we come back. Chipotle is offering a free burrito if you just come in. Everyday seems like the kind of deal you might only get on Black Friday.
To look at the reason this is happening, you only need to look at the latest GDP numbers. In the 4Q08, GDP fell by 6.2%, the largest drop in 27 years. Consumer based businesses are especially hurting.
We need to help the economy by continuing to consume to the best of our financial ability. In the end, we are a consumption based economy. Be seduced by that deal or cut your own one with the store. Make yourself feel good by getting a deal and helping out a merchant. Both of you will be glad you did.
What deals have you recently taken advantage of?
