Need a new appliance? Learn, compare – then ask for a deal

Unless you’re an expert in spin cycles, buying an appliance could leave you dizzy.
To make the process easier, here are answers to the appliance-buying questions you’ll probably ponder, from “When should I buy?” to “Do I really need a warranty?”
REPAIR OR REPLACE?
People with existing appliances have two options: repair or replace.
You can count on major appliances to last about a year for every $100 spent, says Doug Rogers, president of Mr. Appliance, a natio