The Service of Advice to the User of the Municipal Services of the Department of Economic Development of the City council of Totana offers a series of recommendations for the purchases of Christmas and Kings with the purpose of not harming the interests of the users during this time.
The goods and gift items contribute to spend a few endearing days, but should not be reason for the opposite both by the message that can lead to the over-exertion that leads to their acquisition.
In this way, it is recommended to make a shopping list so as not to exceed the available budget;
and before buying, it is convenient to compare with sufficient information.
In addition, it is suggested to buy local products (grapes, vegetables, meats and sausages, almonds, paprika, handicrafts, etc.) that will contribute to the development of the municipality's economy, and contribute to the improvement of the environment (lower consumption of fossil fuels) and traffic (less transportation on the road).
From this service, it is advocated, before other options, to make use of the services that, for parties and meetings, the local hospitality offers with a varied gastronomic sample.
Local commerce offers a wide range of products, goods and services that, before adopting other purchasing decisions, we must explore.
Also remember not to forget the option of frozen for products that on these dates soar price;
and for purchases that are not of an immediate nature, the option of checking prices can be considered, so that in the time of discounts, considerable discounts can be obtained.
Similarly, it is recommended to make purchases in advance, without hurry and at times out of crowds;
keep proof of purchases such as advertising brochures, quotes, print ads of websites, tickets and invoices.
In the case of remote purchases (internet), precautions should be taken in terms of contacting secure sites, possibility of changes, return and shipping expenses, how to execute the guarantees, means of payment, and so on.
Users should not forget that there are items that support a second use and also that it is an option to purchase "second hand" products.
It is advisable to take the opportunity to review and inventory more or less necessary things that, with a "facelift", can serve people who at risk of exclusion can not buy enough to also enjoy these holidays.
It is recalled that buying items from Fair Trade contributes to the development of local communities in places with serious deficiencies (health, education, etc.);
and it is advocated to collaborate, with food products or toys, with campaigns carried out by entities (for example Cáritas) that seek to alleviate the needs of the most needy.
Finally, it is advisable to buy from establishments affiliated with the Consumer Arbitration System, which is an added guarantee when it comes to resolving discrepancies in our acquisitions.
