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• Remember haggling is a game and is meant to be fun

• Don’t be rude or lose your temper or you turn the haggle into an argument

• Be reasonable – the vendor needs to make some profit

• Make sure it is appropriate to haggle or you will only end up looking cheap. Flea markets are okay; the grocery store is unlikely to be

• Try and research the price of the item you are going to haggle on beforehand by looking in other local shops or online if practical

• Decide how much you are willing to pay before you start haggling. Start with a lower price so that you can move upwards as part of the negotiations. A rule of thumb is that you should start at about half what the vendor asks and expect to pay a third less

• Point out any imperfections before you start as this will help you get a better price

• Dress down when you go out haggling. Wearing a Rolex or large diamond ring won’t help your case, as the vendor will know you can afford to pay the full price

• Don’t be afraid to walk out and say you will try another store – most of the time the vendor will follow you with a better offer

• And finally, never become attached to something you want to haggle on – you need to be prepared to walk away empty-handed.