Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of answering machines that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Features - multiple mailboxes, remote message retrieval, caller ID, call screening, message counters, audible message alerts, time and day stamps, number announce, call-blocks
- Type - built into phone, stand alone device or voicemail service from your telephone provider
- Analog or digital
- Single or multiple phone lines
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new answering machine is the “perfect fit” for you.
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- Where will I put my new answering machine?
- How much recording time will I need?
- How much do I want to spend on a telephone answering machine?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular answering machine meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Physical build
- Battery life
- Warranty
- Features
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the answering machine and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing answering machines to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which answering machine is the best value for money?
- Which has the best recording options?
- Which answering machine suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy answering machines and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, department store or electronics store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - return policies, warranty
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