A common misperception in today's economy is that buying used items is almost always cheaper than buying new. Honestly I have to say there are some used gems out there that are a great buy and will save you a lot of money. Although, In my opinion it's actually better to buy something new and just get the best deal on it that you can. Cars may devalue a couple thousand dollars when you drive them off the lot, but at least you know what you're paying for. Used cars can save you tons of money, but you don't have a clue what they've been through, or how they've been treated. The same goes for all electronics. That four month old Apple MacBook looks great and especially for two hundred dollars less than market price! Don't get me wrong here, I love finding used stuff which I can save money on but sometimes if we really need something to be reliable and we're going to use it a lot we should maybe just buy it new. That way we know how it has been treated and taken care of. Not to mention if you have a decent job, financing also makes many things affordable and accessible. Buying used could save you hundreds of dollars, but it is also filled with risks and uncertainty. Buy smart.
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