It may seem counter-intuitive, but you will often save money in the long run by spending more in the here and now. This is because cheaply manufactured goods need frequent replacement, whereas a higher quality item can last you for years — sometimes even decades!
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Buy from a company with a lifetime warranty, and you’ll have the possibility of purchasing something that lasts as long as you do!
Of course, not all purchases have the potential to last forever. Take shoes as an example. I'm a labor and delivery nurse, and as such, I do NOT scrimp on my footwear. I'm on my feet 12-1/2 hours per shift, and would quickly regret buying inferior shoes.
Instead I splurge on $125 Dansko clogs, which give me the support needed to tend to my patients and continue in my career. However, my shoes last at least seven to eight years. This is because they're manufactured with quality in mind and are almost infinitely repairable. I save the cost of buying multiple shoes by spending more on my initial purchase.
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