Abby Normal Posted July 16, 2009 Report Share Posted July 16, 2009 Although it singles out Craigslist, it's perfectly applicable to forum transactions, too:Don't Hesitate To Haggle On CraigslistThe key stand-out excerpt (IMO):"People routinely refuse offers they think aren't fair, even if it hurts them," says economist Dan Ariely, author of Predictably Irrational. The fact is, many sellers would rather hang on to something they no longer use than accept less than they think it's worth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrius Posted July 17, 2009 Report Share Posted July 17, 2009 *Syrius offers a 42-inch HDTV on Craigslist**Syrius notates the TV is worth 800 dollars on a Black Friday.**Syrius Asks only 600 because it's open, though new and working**Syrius gets offers of 400 dollars even though he stated the lowest he could go was those 600 for the above reasons**Syrius realizes people suck, period.* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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