Taking online prices to brick and mortar shop

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Who cares how it comes off? I'd tell them exactly what you've told us, and that you'd like to support local, but not at the expense of throwing money away. They can make a choice from there.

[Jenson71]

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Who cares how it comes off? I'd tell them exactly what you've told us, and that you'd like to support local, but not at the expense of throwing money away. They can make a choice from there.

I care how I come off because I want to build a positive relationship with the store/community.

Should I come in with my research and price and just lay it in front of them?

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by La literatura

I care how I come off because I want to build a positive relationship with the store/community.

Should I come in with my research and price and just lay it in front of them?

I think I understand where you're coming from. Expect them to do the same regarding your rates should they ever need your services. Either pay their price, or buy it elsewhere.

[Jenson71]

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

I think I understand where you're coming from. Expect them to do the same regarding your rates should they ever need your services. Either pay their price, or buy it elsewhere.

I actually do expect this in future encounters to me. For instance, with LegalZoom, you can set up your own will for about $70. I need (and have) good reasons why I should cost double that.

But, for a product, it's a bit different, because whereas the legal industry is about service and adaptability and answer questions (and liability insurance for malpractice), the product is the product no matter where you get it.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by La literatura

I actually do expect this in future encounters to me. For instance, with LegalZoom, you can set up your own will for about $70. I need (and have) good reasons why I should cost double that.

But, for a product, it's a bit different, because whereas the legal industry is about service and adaptability and answer questions (and liability insurance for malpractice), the product is the product no matter where you get it.

But should something happen with the product, what kind of service will you receive from an online store? How much hassle would there be regarding a return? How much longer would you have to wait to receive it, and if you do need to return, how much longer until you receive a new one? This goes both ways. Local business is going to give you better service, and take better care of you. Just as you will with someone over LegalZoom.

[Jenson71]

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

But should something happen with the product, what kind of service will you receive from an online store? How much hassle would there be regarding a return? How much longer would you have to wait to receive it, and if you do need to return, how much longer until you receive a new one? This goes both ways. Local business is going to give you better service, and take better care of you. Just as you will with someone over LegalZoom.

All very good points to consider. It's another reason why I prefer local business (as well as the building relationships/community aspect).

It's also why I wouldn't mind paying a slightly higher price locally. But like you said, "not throwing money away."

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by La literatura

All very good points to consider. It's another reason why I prefer local business (as well as the building relationships/community aspect).

It's also why I wouldn't mind paying a slightly higher price locally. But like you said, "not throwing money away."

Yeah, I just think you should really examine what that point is because if not presented perfectly you'll just look like another asshole lawyer. I wouldn't go near it over a hundred bucks or two, but if it was much higher than that I would just buy it somewhere else. I wouldn't even try to haggle too much. I don't see how you can win this to be honest. Morally you're in the right place, but you gain to lose more than money here.