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The problem is that in my area, 1 chain of stores has monopolized the Hot Springs Brand
Quote from: jamesfarrell on January 31, 2012, 12:58:45 pmThe problem is that in my area, 1 chain of stores has monopolized the Hot Springs BrandTwin sells them and says thats a good price but Waterboy sells against them and thinks you can maybe do better. What can you conclude from that? I'm not sure but why not try going to the hot springs website and use their dealer locator to see where the next closest dealer is. Chances are there is another in driving distance. Even if its too far to order from stop by and see what their price is just for peace of mind. Also, if you decide to buy you can always try to counter. Worse case they hold firm and you pay that price but know that you tried (and them holding firm will give you the feeling that you erally got their best price); best case is they come back with a better price. Don’t be hesitant to counter offer, they’re used to it.
I'll stand by my statement in that its a good price for the tub + saltwater system + everything else that is included. Pricing varies throughout the country, its a fact and their isn't much any of us can do about it besides complain. Its not like your buying an LCD TV where you can shop 15 different locations with a few clicks of the mouse. Also as a consumer it is absolutely your right to negotiate for the best price available, heck for me personally I think the last car salesman I dealt with wanted to personally strangle me because I milked every cent I could.and to Water Boy all I have to say is C'mon man, I don't know your background or experience in this industry but you know as well as I that your statement above is ridiculous...why don't you post your current prices for your Artic line and we'll make a few calls and I guarantee I can find someone "who's a little cheaper" as well within your state. I assume you've been selling long enough to know that certain dealers have different margins...some companies have the ability to sell a little cheaper because spas may be a slight "back burner" item...the majority of their income might come from pool installation, fireplaces, pool tables and game room furniture, etc etc. so in theory that statement could be made about almost every single spa dealer in the country including your own...