5 Money Saving Tips For Buying Fish Or Aquariums
To start with, we quite like fish as pets. They are easy to look after, give you hours of entertainment (it is very relaxing to watch fish swim in an aquarium) and don't bother you when you want to watch your new Plasma! The costs of setting up a full aquarium system can be pricey. So if you are just getting into aquariums and fish, the five tips below should help you do it on the cheap!
- Tip 1: Buy a used fish tank: Fish tanks are expensive to buy new, so check out E-Bay or a trading post to see if you can get a second hand one at a good price. People sell fish tanks for a variety of reasons (including upgrading to a bigger tank), so you are bound to find a bargain on a small or medium size tank.
- Tip 2: Go wholesale if you want a new tank: If you really want a new tank, don't shop at retail fish and pet stores, go wholesale. Search your white or yellow pages (phone directory) for a list of wholesale suppliers. You will get the same tank you would in a retail store but for a reduced price.
- Tip 3: Consider accessories second hand: While we recommend buying a fish tank second hand, we are a bit more cautious about buying accessories second hand. It is easy to see if a fish tank is going to leak or not, it is more difficult to see if the accessories are going to work. While it can save you money, it is always worth testing the products thoroughly before you buy them.
- Tip 4: Go to markets: Markets can be a great place to buy fish and/or fish supplies at good prices. If you are out at a Sunday market it is well worth checking if they have a fish section.
- Tip 5: Select easy to look after fish: The easier the fish is to look after, the cheaper it will be. Unless you are a fish enthusiast stick with the easiest and cheapest fish.
So there you have it, five tips that will help you save money on your fish! So get out there and set up your aquarium.
5 Money Saving Tips For Buying Fish Or Aquariums Article By Ezinearticles
