How many times have purchased an advertised product from TV only to be disappointed later because the as seen on TV product you invested in didn't do what they claimed it would? Before you get out your credit card to order another as seen on TV product, do your homework to see if the advertised product has lived up to the promises made on the infomercial. By researching the product first, you'll save yourself money and disappointment, especially if you're giving the product as a gift. In this following step-by-step guide you can learn shop for advertised products.
Instructions
Shop for As Seen on TV Products
1. Go to online opinion sites. Search for the products you want to learn about. If the product is listed, click on the reviews left by consumers who have already purchased and tried the products.
2. Use Google to search for the product using the name of the product in the advertisement. Place quotes around the terms to search the exact phrase. You can do a search using the advertised product's name to see what pops up.
3. Find out if the product comes with a guarantee, and if so, for how long. This information can be found on the website where you plan to purchase the advertised product.
4. Ask friends and family about the product. They may have bought it or know someone who has.
5. Check Does it Work Wednesday with Lauren Keith. Each week Keith tests many advertised products to see if they do what they claim. Based on her tests, she will tell the consumer what the product did and didn't do. Then she'll give each product a passing or failing grade.
6. Visit message boards and forums related to shopping. Check those boards and forums to see what consumers had to say about an advertised product they may have purchased. If you don't see any consumers talking about the TV products, start a new discussion and ask them about the product you're considering investing in. The main thing to remember is not to give into the impulse buying and immediately purchase the advertised products. Be smart and do your homework first! Have you purchased TV products that did or didn't live up to the promises announced on the infomercial? If so, share your experiences with products you purchased in the comments area.
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