There are times when “buying cheap” is the best option. There are also times when you should splurge, realizing that a higher priced item will provide you with better quality.
If you don’t know when to save and when to splurge, you aren’t alone. Until you figure things out, it is easy to cross the line from time to time.
Here are three items that are worth the extra money:
1. Trash bags. Have you ever purchased cheap trash bags? If so, you know they have the tendency to tear. You also know that they do a poor job keeping odors locked inside.
For a few dollars more, you can buy higher quality garbage bags that will save you a lot of time and stress.
2. Shoes. It doesn’t matter if you are buying shoes for work, running, or playing sports, it is easy to gravitate toward the cheapest option you can find. If you don’t value comfort, performance, and durability, this may be the way to go. However, if you want to buy shoes that will maintain a high level of comfort for an extended period of time, splurge for a more expensive pair.
3. Furniture. There are times when buying cheap furniture is the way to go, such as for a college dorm room. But if you are shopping for your home, it is important to pay more attention to quality and less attention to the price tag. Once you set a budget, shop for the highest quality you can afford.
Higher quality furniture is more comfortable and is built to last, two things that should be important to you.
These three items are well worth the extra money. If you find yourself shopping for one of these, don’t be afraid to spend a bit more. You will be glad that you did.