Before deciding on the brand, compare the quality, price and in the case of electronic gadgets, the after-sales service. Study the warranty, particularly the small print. Do not hesitate to ask questions and clarify doubts.
In case of medicines or packed foods, always check the date of manufacturing, expiry or the best before date.
If there's a 'free gift', make sure that it's really free.
Always collect the cash receipt with details of the product clearly mentioned. The warranty card with the retailer's seal is a must. If the receipt contains conditions like goods once sold will not be taken back or exchanged or that the retailer is not responsible for the quality of the products, protest.
Pay for expensive goods or services, with an account payee cheque or credit card, so that you have additional proof of having paid for it.
Before entering into a contract for a service, do not be in a hurry to sign the papers. First, read them carefully and sign only if you feel comfortable. Even when a manufacturer repairs a product, he will ask you to sign on a paper saying that it is now working satisfactorily. Is it? Are you happy with the service? Do not sign unless you are convinced that the gadget is working well.
Many contracts carry disclaimer clauses, most likely in very small print, disclaiming any liability in case something goes wrong. Do you want to agree to such a clause? Think carefully. If it is a standard contract, express your opinion.
While buying an insurance product, read all the exclusion clauses, carefully.
In case of medicines or packed foods, always check the date of manufacturing, expiry or the best before date.
If there's a 'free gift', make sure that it's really free.
Always collect the cash receipt with details of the product clearly mentioned. The warranty card with the retailer's seal is a must. If the receipt contains conditions like goods once sold will not be taken back or exchanged or that the retailer is not responsible for the quality of the products, protest.
Pay for expensive goods or services, with an account payee cheque or credit card, so that you have additional proof of having paid for it.
Before entering into a contract for a service, do not be in a hurry to sign the papers. First, read them carefully and sign only if you feel comfortable. Even when a manufacturer repairs a product, he will ask you to sign on a paper saying that it is now working satisfactorily. Is it? Are you happy with the service? Do not sign unless you are convinced that the gadget is working well.
Many contracts carry disclaimer clauses, most likely in very small print, disclaiming any liability in case something goes wrong. Do you want to agree to such a clause? Think carefully. If it is a standard contract, express your opinion.
While buying an insurance product, read all the exclusion clauses, carefully.
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