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Tips for bargaining in local markets? How low to go?

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2
asked 3 days ago

First time. Don't want to overpay but also be fair.

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Start at half the asking price and meet in middle. Be friendly, smile. It's normal here. Don't be rude.

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Sunil Jayawardena•591690 rep•1

Yeah polite bargaining is expected. If they won't budge much it's already good price.

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Dilki Gunaratne•504960 rep•1

Okay, will try that. Thanks.

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2

I usually offer 60% and go up. Works most times.

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Lucas Martin•80965 rep•2

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