ThisYeah January sales They started this morning on some of the major shopping mall sites and will do it physically in stores first thing in the morning, however, to get the most out of them and ‘manage’ through the discounts, some clear advice is needed before you start buying.
The advice of consumer organizations to withdraw from sales and ‘squeeze’ discounts to the maximum, without engaging in crazy shopping, might look like this: A lifeline for those who find it difficult to contain themselves and don’t take a so-called bargain home.
The first advice of the Consumers and Users Association (OCU) to them is: They should think about what they need before leaving the stores and, if they can,Make a list and punch multiple holes in your pocket to avoid compulsive purchases.
This January sales They are an opportunity to get the products you may need for much cheaper, but you need to know exactly that discounts are like that.
For this reason, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the product to be purchased is original or original with the discounted price. Clearly state the discount percentage.
This item must also be part of the store’s regular offer for at least a month and if it were a few prices will be the lowest reference.
Its quality should not change either. In sales, products cannot be defective or broken because sales are not balance, promotion or liquidation. Nor should there be products specially produced for such sales.
Different payment terms
ButCan sellers request different payment terms? The OCU’s answer is clear: the organization is free to change its sales policy during the sales period, when it can implement other measures regarding card payment, product returns, the possibility of money back, or the acceptance period of changes. Of course, you must clearly inform the buyer.
Before spending cIt should not be forgotten that the only thing cut in the sale is the price, never rights, but as emphasized by the Ministry of Consumption, there are some basic rights such as guarantees.
Even if the products are on sale, they must maintain the same warranty period and everyone who will buy You are entitled to a ticket or an invoice because you will need them to return it or fulfill the warranty.
Again, return depends on how the purchase was made :sIf it’s “online” they have at least fourteen days to opt out of the purchase, but if it’s in a physical store it can only be refunded if the company offers that option.
Physical stores are not obliged to accept returns unless there is a defect or defect, and even if they do, the refund may not be cash, but with a redeemable card or coupon, but always for the amount paid, even if the price drops at the time of the refund.
about payment methodIt’s convenient to know that businesses usually have to accept the same methods they have, and if that’s not the case, they should warn you. or remove the acceptance notification.
In addition, the prices of the products It cannot differ depending on whether the payment is made by card, financed or cash.
finally If you are not satisfied with the shopping and it is thought that the trader does not act in accordance with the law, You must request a request form such as the General Directorate of Consumer Affairs or the Municipal Consumer Information Offices (OMIC), fill out and send the original to the relevant official institution or organization.
What is clear is Shopping from stores that adhere to the consumer arbitration system is always guaranteed. It is advantageous for both parties as it allows any dispute or claim to be resolved inexpensively, quickly and without the need to go to court.