The Little World

Or in English – squeeze the merchant.

a. ” I can get that cheaper “.

So can the merchant. That is why it is being sold at the price on the tag. the difference between that and the wholesale price represents the profit, out of which the rent, wages, and interest comes.

If you offer less,  you’d better have a darned compelling reason for the offer to be accepted – one that benefits the seller as much as the buyer.

b. ” I can come and collect it right away. ”

I’ll bet you can – at the price you wish to pay, you will probably be running out the door yelling ” Start The Car! “. Offering to rob someone right now as opposed to later in the week is an amusing ploy.

c. ” What’ll You Take ? ”

Translates to ” You bargain yourself down while I stand back and and laugh… “. Thanks. Don’t need your help to fall off a ladder.

d. ” I’ll offer more in $ 5 increments “.

I’ll go boil the kettle and settle down with a book. Call me when you have come up to the original price and I’ll tell you if the goods are available.

e. ” I’m going overseas tomorrow, so I want a 50% discount now “.

Bon Voyage. Have 50% of a good time.

f. ” Final Offer “.

Final refusal. Now I’ll re-advertise the goods as a swap or trade and watch your face as you realise you were $ 5 too cheap to get them.