That is true. But those who manage our mutual funds probably demand $$$ in the short term from companies instead of these other returns.
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Amazon: Love it or Hate it?
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That is true. But those who manage our mutual funds probably demand $$$ in the short term from companies instead of these other returns.
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I buy almost everything local and pay dearly for it. But for one its principle as a small business owner now myself, and two it seems like 50% at least of my internet purchases end up not fitting right, not what I expected, or overall inferior product.
One or two returns where I have to pay the shipping, or take an hour or two out of my day to do it completely destroy all the savings I get. Noone ever thinks about that.
One or two returns where I have to pay the shipping, or take an hour or two out of my day to do it completely destroy all the savings I get. Noone ever thinks about that.
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Exactly the same here. Except I think everyone thinks of that.
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Internet sales would not have replaced brick and mortar if everyone did.
Although, I think the sensationalist journalism recently about their working conditions is a bit misplaced. They wouldnt be hiring 10% of their applications if otherwise. Also, if you read the articles on Gawker and stuff like that, people are bitching and saying they are horrible employers for such travesties as making them punch into a time clock, having performance targets to hit, etc, aka having expectations of their employees.
Although, I think the sensationalist journalism recently about their working conditions is a bit misplaced. They wouldnt be hiring 10% of their applications if otherwise. Also, if you read the articles on Gawker and stuff like that, people are bitching and saying they are horrible employers for such travesties as making them punch into a time clock, having performance targets to hit, etc, aka having expectations of their employees.
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Not really. You're assuming that savings is the only reason to buy online. I mostly buy from brick and mortar. But when I do buy online the top reasons are selection, availability, convenience, and research options. Price is obviously a factor too, but not the main one.
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So much of our online purchase decision comes down to convenience. The last Amazon purchase I was involved with was a new faucet for the kitchen sink. Home Depot had the same faucet for a similar price, and I presume we could have gotten it at a local small store as well. However, going to HD always takes a good chunk of a day, especially with 2 kids, and that would suck up most of the available installation time. Getting it from Amazon meant we could order it, and install it at my leisure.
My wife just ordered a new blotter for her desk. I don't even have any idea where you could go to buy on of those, but I'd guess it'd take a fair chunk of time at WalMart or Staples, and that's no better.
My wife just ordered a new blotter for her desk. I don't even have any idea where you could go to buy on of those, but I'd guess it'd take a fair chunk of time at WalMart or Staples, and that's no better.
I hardly buy from Brick and mortar stores at all anymore. My top reasons for buying online are the same as yours: selection, availability, convenience and research options.
Convenience is the number 1 of those reasons though. I simply don't like the brick and mortar shopping experience. I dislike going to "stores".
....except for perishable items. I love going to food and booze stores. Why? Nobody is trying to sell you anything for the most part and the occasional chance they do make a sales pitch, it's very suttle.
I'm 100% a mom and pop supporting business kind of a guy in many ways, especially regarding restaurants. I don't think I've purchased a cup of coffee from D&D or Starbucks in over a year. I always seek out the independent options for such things.
But if I need a new set of long underwear to ski with, I'm not driving 20 minutes to Portsmouth to bounce between outdoor stores to find the product I want at the price I want. I'm going to sign on to Amazon at my convenience, do some research and buy through them.
bigbog
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Amazon's shipping is very slow.....in comparison to other online purchases, but a little thing or two they have that others don't anymore...so I'm not complaining. This is personal stuff, not business.
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I dont buy much from Amazon. I use Ebay quite a bit though. I can usually find a item cheaper online, and I dont actually have to go to the store to get it. I am almost never in a super rush, so I can wait a few days for the convenience of having it show up on my doorstep.
Two day free shipping is slow?
Edd
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I'm with you. They ship at light speed in my book.
Maybe he's not a Prime member?
Plus, not everything is fulfilled through Amazon, so the shipping can vary.
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I'm not seriously considering it but, if I was, the AT&T only restriction would be a deal breaker.
WWF-VT
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20+ Blu Rays is a lot of $$$. Why own when you can get videos from the local library here in MA for free ?
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Is this sarcasm?
Geoff
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Apparently not. I also paid for two expensive automobiles when there's a perfectly good local bus service.
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