How To Save On Black Friday…And Also Save Your Sanity

Thanksgiving week is here! The last-minute hustle and bustle for the perfect holiday meal is underway.

While you prepare your kitchen and home for Thanksgiving Day, you’ll also want to make sure that you put some time aside to prepare for Black Friday, especially if you’re looking to save!

Let’s put aside our ingredients and grab a cup of coffee while we go over some tips to make your Black Friday an enjoyable experience!

Make A Plan: Jot down a list of items you’re shopping for. Know how much you want to spend and stay focused.  If you veer away from your list, you’ll more likely be sure to impulse buy.

Research: Take some time before Black Friday to explore the deals. Many retailers release preview ads so that you don’t go in like a deer in headlights.  This will help you compare pricing and gauge if the deal is truly a “deal”.

Use Apps & Price Comparison Tools: Apps like Rakuten can help compare and track the history of prices. Once you sign up, you should get alerts if there’s an item you’ve had an eye on…it may not be on sale!

Prepare For The Rush: Get your patience into gear.  Long lines, crowds, potential stock-outs are all a part of Black Friday. Be sure to get there early, especially if it’s an item at the top of your list! Do your homework and make sure you know when the doors will open!

Stay Safe: Be sure to bring as little as you can. Stores will be crowded with everyone trying to score a deal. Keep your phone and wallet close to you and be cautious in crowded areas.

If Black Friday isn’t for you, Small Business Saturday is this coming weekend.

Help support local businesses while shopping for unique gifts. 

Or would you rather take your holiday shopping online instead?  Cyber Monday is right around the corner and those deals may be even better! 

Happy shopping!