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By Anslem Samuel | Published November 21, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

Know the rules When it comes to shopping online the biggest disadvantage is you lose your ability to try things on before buying. Just because something looks great on that model doesn’t mean it’ll look as great on you. Know the return policies for the sites you’re using. Popular discount site Zappos.com, for example, allows you to return items up to 365 days from purchase as long as the item is in the condition you purchased it in. They also provide you with a UPS return label for free return shipping. Knowing this information will save you a lot of time, frustration, and arguments with customer service later.

Know the rules

When it comes to shopping online the biggest disadvantage is you lose your…

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