Friday, February 13, 2009

Shopping online vs retail

By Persipidus

Internet shopping can give you a sea of goods and services at discount prices. Because of this, online shopping is becoming the number one form of shopping.

Online malls are rapidly growing as more and more retail stores are closing there door. As the retail stores dwindle it is becoming harder and harder to find one with a good selection of what you are looking for.

The frustration mounts as people go into a retail stores looking for an item as advertised. When they get to the store they find out the store only carries a limited selection and the rest have to be ordered. I have had this similar experience and was not satisfied with the shopping experience.

I left the store and did what many other have done. I went online and ordered one at a cheaper price. After the order went through the pack was at my door in four days.

It is no wonder that so many stores are failing. In my opinion the customer service levels have dropped considerably as well as store inventory. It is only a matter a time until the stores with bad service and supply close for good; I can name a few however for now, just watch the news.

Internet malls offer just about anything you are looking for; from fragrances, jewelry, apparel to gaming consoles and car parts.

In my opinion internet malls are the way to go. Most are set up similar to a department store. As you enter the website you have different departments to browse through to find what you are looking for. The difference is when you are online, you can find what you want in two or three clicks.

My only suggestion when shopping online is to find that mall that fits what you are looking for. Just as you would if you were shopping retail, not everystore has what you need. By shopping online you will save time, gas money and lower your stress.

With my past experience, online shopping is the way to go. About one year ago I purchased a product from a retail store that has closed down. At this point if something happens to item I am out. The warranty is no longer active. Just a bit of advice, if you buy at retail, ask them what happens to the warranty if the store closes its doors. - 15683

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