Honing those bargaining skills

I had two of my Nepali Eyes framed (one for the office, one for home).

I took it to a place Ann and Mike recommended. I didn't get a quote for the framing and was nervous when I went to pick them up. It would easily cost $200 each to have them matted and framed in the US.

I psyched myself up: "Whatever price they quote you know that you are expected to bargain them down... at least a little."

The guys said the price was $45 - for both! I smiled, gave him $50, and walked out.

I only paid 10% more than the asking price. That's progress.