The countdown for Black Friday has started. Black Friday is always the day after Thanksgiving. This year that falls 25th of November.
Here are some quickest tips that will help you stand out from the crowd.1. Do your research
During Black Friday it is tempting to buy items because of the exaggerated savings being advertised but sometimes these items can be of poor quality with merchants putting them on sale to clear stock.
This isn't always the case, so always check reviews before purchasing, especially for electrical items such as televisions and washing machines, to ensure the deal is worthwhile.
2. Be quick
Some online deals will sell out in seconds, so be prepared and be quick.
3. Don't wait until Friday
Black Friday deals can start any time during the week before the event so keep an eye out for details of when and where the discounts will be.
Last year, Amazon launched it's Black Friday sale a week before - and this year, experts are predicting it'll be a huge Black Fiveday sale.
4. Keep an eye out for hidden costs
Elevated savings are common during Black Friday but always check for hidden costs, such as shipping, which can reduce the discount.
5. Plan ahead
Think about what items you want to buy and find out if and where you can get them in good time.
A shopping list is a good idea. With Black Friday's biggest deals set to be online this year, it's worth bookmarking what you're after now, and keep refreshing in the run up to the week.
6. Check delivery times
When purchasing Christmas presents online during Black Friday always check estimated delivery times so you know they will arrive in time.
7. Be patient
Everyone gets excited to receive items when they order a great deal online but after Black Friday some parcels may take a little bit longer to arrive than usual due to the huge number of people purchasing items. If you're shopping in-store during the sales event be patient with staff who will be dealing with an increased number of shoppers.
8. Make extra savings
As well as offering a Black Friday discount retailers may have a code for free shipping or an extra 10% off. Search for these codes on deal sharing communities and forums to see if you can use them in conjunction with the original Black Friday discount to save even more money.
9. Pay securely
If you're shopping online use a credit card or use PayPal. If you do use a credit card, use one that offers you rewards such as air miles or vouchers for money off your shopping to save even further.
10. Question the discount
Retailers sometimes increase the price of an item before a sales event to make the sale look better. Check deal threads on sites like HotUKDeals where deal savvy members will share their knowledge of sale prices and RRP's to ensure you're getting the best deal.
11. Check the retailer
Some savings will be for lesser-known retailers who may not be Google approved, so always check that you're purchasing from a safe site. Check forums where people discuss retailers and customer experiences to ensure you don't get caught out.
12. Be a VIP
Some retailers like Amazon.co.uk will most likely release Black Friday deals to their VIP members first, so it's worth signing up to receive their emails. If you're not a fan of marketing emails set up an email account specifically for these sorts of things.
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