Black Friday Shopping Tricks That Save You Money

Black Friday  Shopping

Black Friday is a retailers dream as consumers spend their money in ways they don't other times of the year. The illusion of bargains is created on everything from beauty to plasma TVs to expensive toys. The other problem consumers have is that Black Friday used to be on a single day in November, but now it stretches across several days and even weeks in the build up to the day itself. Not saying that you should avoid Black Friday altogether because there are some serious bargains to enjoy and there’s nothing better than scoring a deal. But, before you head out read this article first for some good tips on how to get the most from your Black Friday shopping.

Learn The Tricks

Time limiting offers is one of the favorite tricks of retailers on Black Friday and in the build up to it. Some even show countdown clocks to increase the pressure on consumers to buy impulsively. Many websites also show the amount of stock left in the hope of securing a quick purchase by the consumer. Another trick to look out for is it sales will start early even online. This is to create the feeling of urgency with digital shoppers getting out of bed early to secure the product that they have convinced themselves that they need. Retailers also stay open longer hours online and in store. 24-hour opening is also not out of the question on Black Friday. Beware of these tricks and ensure that you do your homework first. Is the price really a bargain? Do you really need the item? Most of all, ask yourself whether you can genuinely afford the item when your credit card bill is due to be paid at the end of the month. This may seem like a boring strategy, but it is simply to ensure that you look after your own money and only buy what you need.

Black Friday Deals 

KUSSHI – Luxury makeup bags that are MORE than a makeup bag. They keep products safe and organized from day to day life to travel and beyond. PERFECT for gifting or treating yourself! Availability: kusshi.com Deals:

• 10% off orders under $100
• 15%  off orders between $100-$250
• 20% off orders over $250

  Aspen Green Hemp & CBD – USDA Certified Organic Hemp & CBD products that provide anti-inflammation benefits, pain relief, stress-relief and more. Their best-selling tincture which comes in 3 levels of mgs and 3 flavors is a game changer! Availability:  aspengreen.com  Deal:

• Buy One Get One Free (BOGO) on the WHOLE site!

VIVI Naturals – all-natural products with ingredients sourced from Japan that focus on GROWTH. The newest launch, Sagano Lash and Brow Serum is formulated with Reishi Mushroom! Availability: vivinaturals.com Deal:

• 25% off of entire site (CODE: THANKS25)

Beware of Scams

Black Friday is intended to create a frenzy, so do your homework, research the price and no impulse buying! Be aware of online security. Banner advertisements and links from emails are especially risky. It's because scammers come by email addresses very easily and use them to send phishing emails that look very convincing. If you doubt the legitimacy of an email, you should visit the retailer site directly from a Google search.

Stay On Budget

For many people Black Friday is a time when a sensible budget goes out of the window. This is a dangerous strategy to take and can leave you struggling to meet future payment obligations month over month. By all means enjoy Black Friday shopping, but go in knowing exactly what your budget is. If you stick to your limit and then you’ll have no regrets. You can even split your budget. For example, if there are items you know you need, research them before Black Friday begins to ensure you are getting a bargain. If you just feel like picking up a few impulse buys have a budget in mind for this, but don’t exceed it.