Tips 11 and 12

The next few tips are tactics for buying appliances.

11. Do the research. I know that I go strait to Consumer Reports before I make any major appliance. I also do a Google Search for any message boards that may talk about that specific item. Then I make a decision.

12. Reliability is the most important feature. "Neat features are nice, but reliability is the one feature that will help keep money in your pocket over the long haul." I kind of agree with this a little. Reliability is great, but if you hate the appliance you are more likely to buy a new one that you do like. My thought is buy the most reliable appliance that fits your needs (not your wants).

More tips to follow.