ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Black Friday, the Friday after thanksgiving, and is still considered the biggest single shopping day of the year. The average per-person spending last year was 313 dollars and 29 cents. So, what do you need to know before you start shopping?
It’s the day that Americans shop … until they drop! The question is: are you going to venture out this year?
While the experience has changed in recent years, the deals still remain. Some do’s are: do buy electronics, appliances, apparel, sneakers, and designer bags. These items are most likely to be discounted. And do use your mobile device. Free apps – such as TGIBlackFriday can help you find the best offers. It’s also a good idea to compare in-store and online deals, as they can be quite different. Also, check out your favorite retailers’ social media pages for extra savings. And if you decide to brave the crowds do get there early! That’s when the best deals are available. Don’t buy items like fitness equipment, furniture, or jewelry. Black Friday isn’t typically the best time for them. Also don’t purchase something you don’t need just because it’s a good deal. Try to stick to your holiday gift list. And don’t just roam from store to store. Review the ads first and make a plan. Lastly don’t get involved in a brawl or argument. The last face you’ll want to see on t-v is your own!
Rounding out one of the largest shopping weekends during the year, Cyber Monday is held on the Monday following the thanksgiving holiday. Last year, Cyber Monday hit a record of 6.6 billion dollars in sales. The majority of cyber shoppers are men ages 25 to 35. Looks like the men avoid the crowds and lets amazon do the heavy lifting.
Sources: https://blackfriday.com/news/black-friday-history
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P18Pr4h8ZI
https://tgiblackfriday.com/black_friday_app
https://jacksonvillemom.com/home-lifestyle/black-friday-dos-donts/
https://www.winknews.com/2018/11/19/retailmenot-suggests-dos-and-donts-for-black-friday-shopping
https://muchneeded.com/cyber-monday-statistics/
Contributor(s) to this news report include: Julie Marks, Writer and Robert Walko, Editor.
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