It’s understandable.Prime members get quick and free delivery, as well as exclusive discounts and a slew of other benefits, including access to free streaming video and music services.It’s quick to overspend at the online superstore whether or not you’re a Prime member.Here are few dos and don’ts for getting the most out of your Amazon dollars.

1 Never pay the first price you come across.

Instead, look for “Other Sellers on Amazon” below the price on the far right side of the product page.
Check vendor and product ratings, shipping times, and return policies if you find a great price to avoid fees and other surprises.
Keep in mind that certain lower-cost alternatives do not qualify for free or expedited delivery, but they will still be less expensive in the long run.

2 You don’t have to buy new all or most of the time.

You can find used goods from Amazon’s Warehouse and Renewed services, all of which offer highly discounted open-box sales, if you scroll down to see other vendors.

3 Take a look at Amazon Handmade.

It’s a great source of handcrafted and customized gifts, similar to Etsy, and it’s easy to find pieces for under $25.
Check out Amazon Launchpad, which has a plethora of reasonably priced, creative items, such as the Cube Key Finder Smart Tracker, which can be used to locate pets, children, and, of course, keys.

Amazon Warehouse vs. Amazon Renewed

4. Do browse discount sections.

The Outlet section is updated daily with clearance items in a range of categories. The Under $10 section is another place to bargain-surf.

5. Don’t be afraid to be bold.

Check the prices of different color choices for anything you’re buying.
Not only on clothing, but also on earphones, yoga mats, and other products, you could save a lot of money.
For example, last fall I discovered a single model of women’s running shoes in 21 different color combinations ranging from $109.95 to $228.62!

6. Don’t buy an insurance package on the spur of the moment.

According to Consumer Reports writer Octavio Blanco, Amazon, like other retailers, provides extended warranties, but they’re typically not worth it.
You may also be eligible for a free extended warranty with the credit card you used to make the order, according to Blanco.

7. Don’t forget to get credit for your scraps.

Amazon’s trade-in program makes it simple to get Amazon gift cards in exchange for old electronics, especially Amazon devices like Kindle e-readers and Echo smart speakers.
You can also get discounts on some new Amazon products if you trade in a qualifying product.

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8. Don’t forget to bring your coupons.

If you don’t see a connection near the search box on Amazon, search for “Amazon coupons.”
Any of the coupons will save you up to $20.
On product pages, Amazon also adds coupons to some items; click on the box to get the deal.

9. Examine the reward cards.

The Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature card offers Prime members 5% cash back on the web and at Whole Foods, as well as a sign-up bonus.
The Amazon Rewards Visa Signature card offers 3% cash back to non-members.

10.Consider paying for Prime — it may be worth it.

The video service provided with Prime is enough for me to justify the $119 annual charge. That’s just one of the many advantages.If all you want is free shipping, all you have to do is spend $25 on qualifying products in one order.

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