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Originally Posted by cry_minarets458
Anyone have any insight into furniture shopping? Have you been happy with your couches, tables, etc? Need to buy a new sectional, first time ever (have been lucky to never need couches or anything as roommates have always supplied them), not sure if I should focus on quality with it as an investment to have for many years to come or go the route of having something that may get beat up a tad, especially since I may move a few times with it
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In all seriousness it depends on your situation. About 2-3 years ago I was moving into a place with my girl and needed furniture to essentially furnish the entire house. I ended up going to the cheap route but still bought everything new. From Value City I got a 3 piece set all in for around $1000. I was hoping this set would last me for a good bit, just long enough until I was at the point were it made more fiscal sense to upgrade to a nicer $2-$3k+ set that would last me for a long long time.
I ended up moving recently and was able to sell the 3 piece set for $500 after 3+ years of use. I was happy overall with the purchase, the use and the salvage value. Plus I was able to not have to move the furniture again. Win win win.
I recommend shopping around a lot. You can find good deals. Also furniture salesman are willing to negotiate. And if you're really trying to get out cheap but still get a decent product ask for items that were damaged in transit