Way to Save #25: Negotiate Price, Not Payment

Always negotiate price, never payments. Payments can be manipulated so that practically anything is affordable. Salespeople will always try to get you to talk payments. Good negotiators always talk price: the payments will take care of themselves.

Life or Debt • August 13, 2009

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Van Gogh High-Res Digital Prints for free

Wish you could afford a Van Gogh piece? Well, you're in luck. Kind of. The Van Gogh Museum offers a selection of Van Gogh High-Resolution Digital Print downloads for free. This is pretty much the same as owning an original, right? Well, those are valued at $100 million and aren't for sale. However, you could always print these out and hang them on the wall to achieve the illusion of grandeur. And isn't that what life's all about? The illusion of grandeur.

Van Gogh High-Res Digital Prints for free

Wish you could afford a Van Gogh piece? Well, you're in luck. Kind of. The Van Gogh Museum offers a ... Read more.

Updated: 5 days 21 hr ago

Google Play offers downloads of the following MP3 albums for free:

KISS "Icon" MP3 Album for free (pictured, low by $8)

Johnny Cash "Icon" MP3 Album for free (low by $6)

Kenny Rogers "Icon" MP3 Album for free (low by $8)

Loretta Lynn "Icon" MP3 Album for free (low by $13)

Black Eyed Peas "The E.N.D." MP3 Album for free (low by $5)

MP3 Albums at Google Play for free

Google Play offers downloads of the following MP3 albums for free: KISS "Icon" MP3 Album for free (pictured, low by ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 4 days ago

Lady Antebellum "Muve Sessions" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of Lady Antebellum's "Muve Sessions: Golden" MP3 Album for free. That's $8 under the lowest price we could find for the regular version elsewhere. This edition features 12 commentary tracks in addition to the 12 music tracks.

Lady Antebellum "Muve Sessions" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of Lady Antebellum's "Muve Sessions: Golden" MP3 Album for free. That's $8 under the lowest price ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 6 days ago

Google Play offers downloads of the "Meet Glen Campbell" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $9 for this 11-track album.

"Meet Glen Campbell" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the "Meet Glen Campbell" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 6 min ago

Google Play offers downloads of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $5 for this 11-track album.

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 9 hr ago

Lululemon We Made Too Much Sale: Deals from $29 + free shipping

Lululemon discounts a selection of women's and men's apparel and accessories in its We Made Too Much sale sections. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, all orders receive free shipping. Men's shorts start from $39, women's tops from $34, women's shorts from $29 $34, and men's shirts start from $39.

Note: These items are final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged.

Lululemon We Made Too Much Sale: Deals from $29 + free shipping

Lululemon discounts a selection of women's and men's apparel and accessories in its We Made Too Much sale sections. (Prices ... Read more.

Updated: 2 days 20 hr ago

Google Play offers downloads of the Boyz II Men "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $7 for this 11-track album.

Boyz II Men "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the Boyz II Men "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 10 hr ago

Clothing Sale at Costco: Up to extra $30 off + free shipping

For its members, Costco takes an extra $3 off when you buy three apparel items or pairs of shoes. (The discount applies in cart.) Even better, you'll get an additional $3 off with every additional qualifying item you add to cart, with a maximum discount of $30 off with 12 items. Plus, these orders receive free shipping. Luggage, handbags, socks, and underwear are excluded. Deal ends June 19.

Note: Non-members will incur additional fees on these purchases. Many items are available for members only.

Clothing Sale at Costco: Up to extra $30 off + free shipping

For its members, Costco takes an extra $3 off when you buy three apparel items or pairs of shoes. (The ... Read more.

Updated: 6 hr 20 min ago

Google Play offers downloads of the Enrique Iglesias "Sex and Love" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find for this 16-track album by $11.

Enrique Iglesias "Sex and Love" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the Enrique Iglesias "Sex and Love" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 3 min ago

Google Play offers downloads of George Strait's Icon MP3 Album for free. That's $14 less than buying each track individually. This compilation album was originally released in 2011.

George Strait "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of George Strait's Icon MP3 Album for free. That's $14 less than buying each track individually. ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 4 days ago

Google Play offers downloads of the Selena "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $7 for this 11-track album.

Selena "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the Selena "Icon" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 10 hr ago

The North Face at Backcountry: Up to 75% off + free 2-day s&h w/ $50

Backcountry takes up to 75% off a selection of The North Face apparel, shoes, and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping starts at $5.95, but orders of $50 or more qualify for free 2-day shipping. Some exclusions may apply.

The North Face at Backcountry: Up to 75% off + free 2-day s&h w/ $50

Backcountry takes up to 75% off a selection of The North Face apparel, shoes, and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 4 days ago

Hyper Tough 120V Inflator for $10 + pickup at Walmart

Walmart offers the Hyper Tough 120-volt Inflator for $9.99. Opt for in-store pickup to dodge the $5.99 shipping fee. That's the lowest price we could find by $5. It features a 0.5-gallon tank, 115 max PSI working pressure, and an oil-free pump.

Hyper Tough 120V Inflator for $10 + pickup at Walmart

Walmart offers the Hyper Tough 120-volt Inflator for $9.99. Opt for in-store pickup to dodge the $5.99 shipping fee. That's ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 4 days ago

Google Play offers downloads of Brantley Gilbert's "Just As I Am" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $15 for this 11-track album.

Brantley Gilbert's "Just As I Am" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of Brantley Gilbert's "Just As I Am" MP3 Album for free. That's the lowest price we ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 5 days ago

Landers offers its Landers Natural Pest Repellent Sample for free. (Simply provide contact and address information.) All ingredients are natural.

Landers Natural Pest Repellent Sample for free

Landers offers its Landers Natural Pest Repellent Sample for free. (Simply provide contact and address information.) All ingredients are natural. Read more.

Updated: 5 days 22 hr ago

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eBay Coupon: 20% off $50 or more + free shipping

eBay takes 20% off select orders of $50 or more via coupon code "PRIMO". (A maximum discount of $50 applies.) Most orders qualify for free shipping. This code works on products from over 200 participating eBay sellers. Several exclusions apply. Deal ends July 21.

This coupon can be used once per eBay account, within a single transaction (or cart), while supplies last.

eBay Coupon: 20% off $50 or more + free shipping

eBay takes 20% off select orders of $50 or more via coupon code "PRIMO". (A maximum discount of $50 applies.) ... Read more.

Updated: 1 day 20 hr ago

DSW Price Drop Clearance: Up to 70% off + free shipping

DSW takes up 70% off select men's, women's, and kids' shoes and accessories during its Price Drop Clearance Event. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, all DSW VIP members bag free shipping. (Not a member? It's free to join.) Socks start at $1.98, kids' sneakers at $7.98, women's sandals at $9.98, and men's shoes at $19.98, but sizes are limited.

DSW Price Drop Clearance: Up to 70% off + free shipping

DSW takes up 70% off select men's, women's, and kids' shoes and accessories during its Price Drop Clearance Event. (Prices ... Read more.

Updated: June 26, 2018

Lenovo Watch 9 Smartwatch for $23 + free s&h from China

TomTop offers the Lenovo Watch 9 Smartwatch in Black or White for $22.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest price we could find by $2. Deal ends July 31. Features include:

Bluetooth with call and text push notifications

pedometer & sleep monitor

sapphire crystal

steel casing and silicon strap

water resistance to 165 feet

Note: This item ships from China and may take up to five weeks to arrive. The countdown timer on the product page does not reflect an actual expiration time and resets daily.

Lenovo Watch 9 Smartwatch for $23 + free s&h from China

TomTop offers the Lenovo Watch 9 Smartwatch in Black or White for $22.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest price ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 1 day ago

ASICS July Semi-Annual Sale: Up to 50% off + free shipping w/ $50

ASICS takes up to 50% off select items during its Semi-Annual Sale. Shipping adds $5, or spend $50 or more to bag free shipping. Some exclusions may apply.

ASICS July Semi-Annual Sale: Up to 50% off + free shipping w/ $50

ASICS takes up to 50% off select items during its Semi-Annual Sale. Shipping adds $5, or spend $50 or more ... Read more.

Updated: 2 weeks 14 min ago

Beach Boys "Pet Sounds" 3-Song MP3 Sampler for free

Google Play offers downloads of The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds: Best Buy Digital Exclusive MP3 Album for free. Note that this isn't a full album, but a collection of three remastered live performances from London in 1968. Still, you'd otherwise be paying $1.29 apiece for each track.

Beach Boys "Pet Sounds" 3-Song MP3 Sampler for free

Google Play offers downloads of The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds: Best Buy Digital Exclusive MP3 Album for free. Note that ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 4 days ago

Southwest Nationwide Fall Fares from $40 1-way

Southwest Airlines via DealBase discounts select Southwest Airlines 1-Way Fares Nationwide, with prices starting at $39.98. (On the DealBase landing page, click on "Southwest Airlines" in the top line to see this sale; we found lower rates within.) That's the lowest price we could find for these routes by at least $14. This price is valid for flights departing on September 25 from Las Vegas, NV, (LAS) with arrival in Long Beach, CA, (LGB). Note that blackout dates and other conditions may apply. Book this travel deal by July 20 for travel from August 21 through December 19.

All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication.

Southwest Nationwide Fall Fares from $40 1-way

Southwest Airlines via DealBase discounts select Southwest Airlines 1-Way Fares Nationwide, with prices starting at $39.98. (On the DealBase landing ... Read more.

Updated: 15 hr 20 min ago

FiberEdge Solar LED Lighted Landscape Edging for $40 + free shipping

Walmart offers the FiberEdge Solar LED Lighted Landscape Edging for $39.79 with free shipping. That's tied with our April mention and the lowest price we could find by $8. It measures 5" x 20-feet and includes lights, stakes, and a solar panel.

FiberEdge Solar LED Lighted Landscape Edging for $40 + free shipping

Walmart offers the FiberEdge Solar LED Lighted Landscape Edging for $39.79 with free shipping. That's tied with our April mention ... Read more.

Updated: June 3, 2018

Oakley Sale: 50% off + free shipping w/ $100

Oakley takes 50% off a selection of men's and women's apparel and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping adds $8, or bag free shipping on orders over $50 $100.

Oakley Sale: 50% off + free shipping w/ $100

Oakley takes 50% off a selection of men's and women's apparel and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping adds $8, ... Read more.

Updated: 4 days 19 hr ago

Google Play offers downloads of The Rat Pack's Icon MP3 Album for free. That's a savings of $14 against buying each of these songs on their own. This 11-track album features classic tunes from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr. Several of them are remastered.

The Rat Pack "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of The Rat Pack's Icon MP3 Album for free. That's a savings of $14 against buying ... Read more.

Updated: 6 days 21 hr ago

Magic Mat Beach Mat for $12 + free shipping

As one of its daily deals, That Daily Deal offers the Magic Mat Beach Mat for $12.49 with free shipping. That's a buck under our March mention, and the lowest price we could find by $8. It measures 6.5-feet x 5-feet and features a "multi-weave technology" that allows sand to fall through it, ensuring that you don't sit on a sandy mat.

You can also buy three for $29.97 with free shipping, or $9.99 per mat. Both deals end today.

Magic Mat Beach Mat for $12 + free shipping

As one of its daily deals, That Daily Deal offers the Magic Mat Beach Mat for $12.49 with free shipping. ... Read more.

Updated: 2 hr 4 min ago

Walmart discounts select laptops, furniture, decor, small appliances, and more during its Back to College Sale. Opt for in-store pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping fee, or spend $35 or more to receive free shipping. A couple of best bets, both with free shipping:

Farberware 3.2-Quart Digital Oil-Less Fryer for $49 ($20 off)

Acer Intel Braswell Celeron 1.6GHz 15.6" Chromebook for $149 (pictured, low by $128)

Walmart Back to College Sale for $149

Walmart discounts select laptops, furniture, decor, small appliances, and more during its Back to College Sale. Opt for in-store pickup ... Read more.

Updated: 6 days 2 hr ago

The North Face Summer Sale: 40% off + free shipping

The North Face takes 40% off a selection of men's, women's, and kids' past-season apparel and shoes during its Summer Sale. Plus, get free shipping on all orders.

Note: The site states "up to 40% off" but we can't find anything for less than 40% off.

The North Face Summer Sale: 40% off + free shipping

The North Face takes 40% off a selection of men's, women's, and kids' past-season apparel and shoes during its Summer ... Read more.

Updated: 1 week 5 days ago

Lacoste at Spring: Up to 50% off + free shipping

Spring takes up to 50% off a large selection of Lacoste men's, women's, and kids' styles. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, all orders bag free shipping. Over 900 items are discounted, including men's polo shirts from $46.99 $48.99, women's tops from $25.99, women's dresses from $64.99, and kids' items from $27.99.

Lacoste at Spring: Up to 50% off + free shipping

Spring takes up to 50% off a large selection of Lacoste men's, women's, and kids' styles. (Prices are as marked.) ... Read more.

Updated: June 8, 2018

Zara Sale: Up to 50% off + free shipping w/ $50

Zara takes up to 50% off a selection of men's, women's, and kids' items in its first sale of the season. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping adds $4.95, or spend $50 or more for free shipping.

Zara Sale: Up to 50% off + free shipping w/ $50

Zara takes up to 50% off a selection of men's, women's, and kids' items in its first sale of the ... Read more.

Updated: June 22, 2018

The North Face at Backcountry: Up to 60% off + free 2-day s&h w/ $50

Backcountry takes up to 60% off a selection of The North Face apparel, shoes, and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping starts at $5.95, but orders of $50 or more qualify for free 2-day shipping. Some exclusions may apply.

The North Face at Backcountry: Up to 60% off + free 2-day s&h w/ $50

Backcountry takes up to 60% off a selection of The North Face apparel, shoes, and accessories. (Prices are as marked.) ... Read more.

Updated: June 22, 2018

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