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Step 1
Browse internet resources. By far the best source for cheap office supplies. Sites like Ebay offer office supplies from various retailers or individual sellers trying to reduce inventory or get rid of unwanted items at very reasonable prices. Of course when you are buying from sites like Ebay, make sure that you know who you are purchasing from by looking at their feedback score in their profile. Also, keep in mind that some of these retailers may not offer warranties with their products.
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Step 2
Check in with local retailers. Stores such as OfficeMax, OfficeDepot offer cheap office supplies at reasonable prices. These stores are obviously more expensive than Internet retailers, however, most products come with a manufacturer’s warranty, and sometimes even the individual store will warranty their product. These retailers are competitive with each other and will match prices, and sometimes even beat their competitor’s price by 10%. A good time to check with local retailers is on the weekends when these stores are running their sales.
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Step 3
Get a commercial/VIP discount. When looking for cheap office supplies, many people fail to look into this feature that stores offer customers. If you are a commercial business or just an individual who buys a significant amount of office supplies from a specific retailer, you may be eligible for a commercial/VIP/preferred customer discount. All you have to do is check with the retailer to see if they offer this feature to their customers. The average discount is 5-20% depending on the store.
