Kim Svoboda’s knack for negotiation has saved her a bundle through the years. She has clinched deals on everything from cars and insurance policies to painting services and garage sale finds.
“I could give a whole long list of things I’ve negotiated on,” says Svoboda, 49, of Cape Coral, Fla., whose technique combines creativity, patience and flexibility, along with attention to her budget. “It feels great to get a good deal.”
