Cheap TVs

By Marion Moon

Buying the cheapest TV isn't always easy but it's also not so hard. By checking with online retailers you may be able to come across one that fits your budget needs. The only thing is, many times when buying online things aren't always what they seem. Watch out for high shipping and handling fees, and hidden costs for accessories you don't want or need.

You can also watch for things like a TV stand. They may have one included with your TV that they're charging a couple of hundred dollars for, and that you can absolutely do without. Just because they have one that goes with that particular TV, doesn't mean that' the one you have to use. You can get your own, or may already have one of your own.

You'll find that most of your retailers for plasma TVs have dealers that they have 'authorized' to sell their TVs. When shopping online you can run into retailers who aren't 'authorized'. These retailers many times will offer better prices to entice people to deal with them. And if you do, and there are any problems with your set, you'll probably find that you have no-one to honor the warranty and fix your problem.

There have been many people who have ordered a TV online and waited and waited without ever receiving their merchandise. And they have practically NO recourse for getting their money back or ever seeing their TV. It's practically impossible to rectify a situation like this, so always be extra careful and really investigate who you plan to do business with online before turning loose of your money.

Another thing that makes it easier for finding a cheap TV is just being willing to settle for older models. Some of the older models, the CRTs especially, still put out a great picture and have years of good service left in them. They're being replaced by many with the new LCDs and Plasma TVs, and can be had for cheap, sometimes even for free.

If you're not too fussy, you can find TVs that are being replaced and grab the old ones. When you do your shopping, make sure of your budget, and your available space and viewing room, and your viewing style. You don't want to grab one just because it's cheap if it's too big or too small for the room it will be watched in. Make sure your TV is the proper fit before laying out the money.

Consider places like Best Buy and Sam's Club. At Sam's Club they slash the price heavily on TVs that have been refurbished. And they'll back it up by replacing it for nothing if it doesn't work. You can purchase a warranty and they will honor it. It's an excellent way to get a cheap TV and feel confident in your purchase.

Buying the cheapest TV isn't always easy but it's not beyond your reach either. Buying at the original price isn't necessary when there are retailers who are cutting the prices. And with so many new models coming out each year, it doesn't take long for some TVs to be considered 'old' and the price to go down. So with a little research and some looking around, you should be able to find a cheap TV that will give you good service over the next few years. - 29967

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