Intro
We buy used cars, furniture, and sometimes clothes but buying used electronics may be the riskiest of all. They do not always have a valid warranty, may be defective, and may not work as long as newer ones. Still, buying used electronics may save you money and help reduce environmental waste. Fortunately, you can come out on top if you ask the right questions and take the following steps.
Step 1: Research the product itself.
There are versions of particular products that may have a known fault with them.
Read online reviews You can ask the owner questions to see if the product has these problems.
Step 2: Become familiar with the lingo.
A refurbished product hasn't necessarily been used; it may have been sent back to the manufacturer for a cosmetic reason, fixed accordingly, and sold as refurbished
Step 3: Ask Questions.
Ask about who fixed or refurbished the product. If the manufacturer did it, then there is less risk involved than if it was done by a third party.
Step 4: Make sure the product comes with a decent warranty.
If you are buying from a retail chain or other reputable sellers, chances are that some sort of warranty is available. Find out how long this lasts and what it covers. Can you buy additional coverage? If so, for how long and how much does it cost? Even if you choose not to buy the extended warranty, the fact that it is offered might suggest the company or manufacturer's confidence in the product. A shorter warranty (about 6-months and under) could show a lack of confidence in the product.
Step 5: Test Product
If possible, test the product before buying it. If you are buying from someone besides a retail chain, this is especially important. While this will not guarantee that it will not break later, it at least makes sure that you have a current working product.
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