3 Costly Amazon Shopping Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs

Avoid These 3 Costly Amazon Shopping Mistakes for Smarter Buys

I've made far too many Amazon blunders in my day. For the most part, shopping on Amazon is a practice that helps me save money throughout the year. Although I've been a Prime member and Amazon shopper for years, there are certain mistakes I've made, even recently, that have left me kicking myself. Here are three I'm sharing so that you can avoid them.

1. Assuming Amazon has the lowest price

Because Amazon's prices tend to be competitive, I often assume that the price I see on the site is the best one around. But that's not always the case. During the holidays, I ended up spending more by not shopping around, realizing later that other stores had better deals.

2. Assuming my Prime orders will arrive in two days

Just because Amazon promises fast delivery with Prime doesn't guarantee two-day arrival, especially during busy periods like the holidays. Be prepared for potential delays to avoid last-minute gift-giving stress.

3. Forgetting to cancel Subscribe & Save items

Review your Subscribe & Save deliveries monthly to avoid surprises like receiving unwanted items. Be cautious with items that can't be returned, as you might end up stuck with them.

Now that you're aware of these mistakes, take steps to avoid them and make your Amazon shopping experience more enjoyable and cost-effective.