Things You'll Need:
- Computer
- Internet
- Spreadsheet or notebook to track prices
- Time - but it will save you money in the end.
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Step 1
Before you get started you need to decide what you are looking for. Have a little fun and look at the major furniture makers, I've added some sites below to get your started. Based on your "window shopping" decide what exactly your looking for. I also recommend looking at other people's offices if your out and about for ideas.
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Step 2
Next determine your budget, our goal is to come within half of that, but if you need something right away you may spend all of that money. If you can wait and can spend 10 minutes each week you'll find some great deals.
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Step 3
You know what you want and you have a budget. Now you need to find a place to get it. So it's time to hit the Web. Go to google.com type in "asset recovery furniture" or "furniture auctions" or "discount office furniture" and unless you can ship across country add your state to every search. You'll get quite a list, check them out and be sure to add the good one's to your favorites or write them down.
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Step 4
So you have a list of sites now. I have found the auction sites are the best for example the one listed below Rasmus has helped me furnish 2 offices including beautiful desks for $11. Some of the auctions can be done online so you can track the prices and try to pick up the cheaper items. Make sure to track the dates of the auctions new auctions will come up every day.
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Step 5
Whether you buy from a discount store or an auction make sure to check out the items prior to bidding. Pictures are not always reliable.
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Step 6
Almost all discount places will not provide delivery so you will have to arrange the time of pickup, get a truck or rent one. This adds to the cost but as long as your getting multiples it should still be cheaper than new furniture.
