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Friday, February 13, 2009

IS online shopping better than retail?

By Persipidus

Buying goods and services online is quickly becoming the method of choice. Online shopping can give you competitive prices and a near infinite supply of products.

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.

Recently I went to a store to buy a North Face backpack. The store I went to advertised the one I was looking for, the perfect color and size. However when I got there they only one in stock which was not the right color. They told me they could order it and I would have it in a week.

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.

In my opinion this is part of the problem of why retail stores are not retaining customers. Yes the economy has a part to play, however if the store does have what you want then why shop there. As the financial pressure grows the store with poor service and lack of inventory will sink.

Online malls offer everything from video games like the Nintendo Wii, X Box and PS3 to fragrances, jewelry and everything in between.

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.

Just a bit of advice, if yo shop retail be sure to find out what happens to any warranties should the store shut down. This has happened to me and an item I bought with a warranty is no longer valid.

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