Finding A Great Deal

It happens all the time. You resist a purchase because it's too expensive, but then a jaw-dropping sale appears out of nowhere. Suddenly, what was out of reach now seems like a no-brainer. But is it really?

The Illusion of Savings

Sales often lure us into spending beyond our lifestyle. If something wasn’t worth full price to you before, are you really saving money or just stretching into a new spending habit?
Say your son asks for a GoTrax electric scooter at $379, and you explain it's too pricey. But then you get a msg about a 50% blowout sale. You can snag it for only $189!
A steal, right?! Not so fast.
Guess what kind of scooter your next son will need, or what you’ll have to replace this one with when it gets lost or broken -- all at FULL PRICE!

The Sale Trap

Retailers don’t put things on sale to be generous. There’s always a strategy behind it and the goal is to get you to spend more, not less. You feel like you're winning in the moment but this is just Round 1. There’s a good chance you’ll get knocked out in the next rounds…

Stay In Your Lane

Sales often tempt us to reach for things that are slightly outside of our financial comfort zone. You’re better off paying full price for items that fit your current lifestyle, instead of getting a sale that sets you up for long-term expenses that will come at full price.

When You Can Afford It

Even when you reach a point where you can comfortably afford pricier items, it’s worth thinking twice before raising your standards. You might feel like you’ve earned it, but remember that your luxury will be your child's necessity . What feels like an upgrade to you now could set unrealistic expectations for your kids, setting them up for an unsustainable future.

Final Thoughts

Great deals aren’t always as great as they seem. If a sale is pushing you beyond your natural spending habits, it might be worth skipping it altogether. Stick to what aligns with your current financial reality, and don’t let a discount dictate your lifestyle!