If the joy attached to your recent purchase soon dissipates, you may be experiencing buyer’s remorse. We consulted a wealth manager to help you avoid making an acquisition that you will later regret.
30 December 2021 · Harper Banks
There’s nothing quite like bagging a bargain on a high-value item that rarely goes on sale. If, however, the joy attached to your purchase soon dissipates, you may be experiencing buyer’s remorse.
We consulted Giles Maynard, wealth manager at Carrick Wealth, to help you avoid making an acquisition that you will later regret.
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What is buyer’s remorse?
Maynard says that buyer’s remorse is when you regret a purchase, and you feel guilty about it once the deed is done.
“This is either as a direct result of buying an item or service, or realising you should have spent your money on something else instead,” says Maynard.
Buyer’s remorse often surfaces when you buy a large item, such as a vehicle or home, but it can also be present during smaller purchases, such as a new kitchen item or clothing.
What you can do to steer clear of buyer’s remorse
Maynard says that you need to ask yourself whether you truly need what you’re buying, and if not, whether it’s an item that has long been on your mind.
“Impulsive purchases don’t usually bode well for those who are prone to buyer’s remorse. In fact, impulsive buying habits often lead to this,” says Maynard.
“It’s important to take time to think about things first, to shop around for the best price, and to figure out if it’s really what you want,” he says.
Here are some more tips on how to avoid buyer’s remorse:
Maynard says that buyer’s remorse is particularly prevalent during the festive season, when we all spend more than usual. He urges that you must not forget about the “Janu-worry” that’s around the corner.
“It’s crucial to ensure that you have enough money to get through January, and that you’re not experiencing buyer’s remorse for the wonderful gifts and fancy food you bought,” says Maynard.
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