If you have the ability to follow a list, this one should be fairly easy for you. With these 5 simple steps in mind you will without doubt, be able to find yourself the best buy out there.

1. Do your research on the differences and both features and the benefits of what they have to offer.
2. Set a budget within your means – prepare for additional costs such as display units, installation charges and new furniture for all the extra space you’re saving.
3. Shop around.
4. Prepare a layout of your room. Where will it go? Is it bigger than your previous one? Where will you sit?
5. Use your own eyes to see the differences and what you like the best!

Shop Around…& Research…
When thinking of research, try to look outside of ‘The Box’ and search in areas where you may not normally go. If you are a cave dweller, like some of us, use on-line searches that will bring you to some unfamiliar websites. The reason that I am giving you this information is for the simple fact that if you don’t look around, you may be missing out on some fantastic deals!

Don’t be shy to try and get a little bargaining going with your local sales people too. Remember that a lot of the salespeople you will find are working off of a commission and they do have some flexibility in the costs. Doing this with an on-line company will not be as effective.

Budget…
We are often swayed by the bottom line price of electronics. Remember that you will need to include in your budgets the cost of any accessories that will be required to make your system function to the best of its ability. Be sure in your research to find out all of the ‘little things’ that you will need, and which are only ‘extras’.

Your Environment…
It is so easy to think, “Wow, that big screen is so awesome! I can fit it up against my wall in my bedroom”, and then get the unit home only to find out that it won’t fit through the doorways. So take some time to measure everything out. I know that it sounds silly, but trust me it’s not. Figure out where your furniture will go, what tables you will use to support your TV, or where you will install it on the wall. Even go so far as to move everything into the position that you plan, BEFORE you go out and buy it. Make a living plan of what you are going to do with the room, so you will know for sure, what size is best for you, and where it will go.

I Spy with my little Eye…
When you’re in the showroom of your TV retailer. Sit down, don’t be rushed by pushy salespeople, and enjoy the experience. Ask to see not only a digital movie, but also look at regular cable and any other applications that you might want to use your TV for, video games and even a computer addition. Compare Plasma next to LCD in the showroom. Let the salespeople know that you are out to make a serious decision, and they will most certainly accommodate your experience to get you the best set necessary. If you’re buying on-line, go to a retailer so you are not surprised by what arrives on your doorstep by FedEx.