Why not beat the VAT rise and invest in a new television
Why not beat the VAT rise and invest in a new television
As usual, consumer spending is predicted to rise over the Christmas period as people flock to the shops and online stores in order to buy presents for their loved ones. When it comes to larger purchases though, people might be thinking of leaving it until the New Year in order to recover from the expense of Christmas first.
However, consumers would do well to remember that the government's VAT rise is set to come into effect from January 4. It will rise from 17.5 per cent to 20 per cent, affecting the price of the majority of goods on sale in the UK. It therefore makes sense to take advantage of the current rate before it changes. If you're thinking of investing in a new television or perhaps a home cinema kit, then your best bet is to go online in a bid to find the best deals and prices out there.
It makes sense before you commit to a purchase to ensure that you know exactly the type of electrical goods that you're looking for. There is a huge choice of makes and models available on the market today and it can be confusing trying to get your head around the different features. For example, is a plasma screen better than an LCD? Is it worth investing in a surround sound system? And what is the difference between Blu-ray and DVD? If you're not used to the world of home entertainment then there is all the more reason to go online and find a reputable firm that will be able to guide you through the buying process and offer advice and guidance when you need it.
Another benefit of going onto the internet to find electrical products is that you are sure to have a wide variety to choose from. The leading firms stock products from all of the world's main manufacturers which means you are sure to be able to find the best products at the best prices. In addition you can expect to receive top customer service, so should you need help or if anything goes wrong with your purchase then you know there will be a friendly team ready and willing to help out.
Go online and make sure you manage to beat next year's VAT increase by finding the right plasma television or Blu-ray player to suit your needs.