Think twice before spending on new things in Qatar

Think twice before spending on new things in Qatar

Haashmie Doha
By Haashmie Doha

Our spending habits take a merry turn in Qatar when we have so many shopping options around us. There is nothing wrong about it, except that exploring our options before splurging on the first thing we see is more advisable. This holds true especially when you want to shop for furniture or home accessories.

While there are many furniture shops that offer brand new household paraphernalia, buying the whole setup for one's house in one go is not feasible. You need time and savings for an investment like that.

Qatar has another phenomenon on the rise that makes the scenario a win-win for some. The exodus of expatriates has increased recently. And most of them have brand new furniture up for sale as they are in a hurry to have all thing settled before they leave the country. Most of these items on sale have not even been used much, and were probably bought a few months ago, sometimes not even for over a year.  Regardless, their value drops and you can grab a great bargain. This goes in favor of people new to Qatar, or even those who are looking for additional items to buy for their homes and offices.

What might appear to be a win-lose situation, it’s actually the other way around. If you are selling furniture at a cheaper rate is not a losing point, it makes way for new furniture and instead of having to leave everything behind without getting any return, getting things sold quickly is a pretty neat return. There are many instances where people were actually glad to take this step. And in all honestly, it all boils down to making choices. Selling used furniture is a choice, which benefits buyers looking for good items at a cheaper rate. There are many options in Qatar to buy second hand furniture from leaving expatriates, other than the Souq itself that caters to the same. It is easier to browse online without having to brave the humid heat of Qatar.

Simply search this page for new and used items and you will surely find many things that suit your purpose. In fact, you might be confused by the choices you face. Browse to your heart’s content and enjoy your purchases. If you are looking to sell your stuff within a short period of time, the best option is to put it up online and eventually seal the deal with interested buyers.

By Mufti Shahid• 28 Jul 2016 14:42
Mufti Shahid

It seems Haashmie Doha and Canadianrunaway are one and the same.

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