Haggling and price negotiation can save Australian shoppers significant money on big-ticket items like electronics, travel, baby gear, sports equipment, tools and cars. Price tracking tools like ZYFT, BuyWisely and PriceRoo help consumers compare prices across thousands of Australian stores and determine if sales are genuine. Financial coach Betsy Westcott explains that timing, research and a friendly approach are key to negotiating better deals, especially at the end of the day, quarter or financial year when sales staff need to meet targets.

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