Black Friday Deals
It’s no surprise that Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year. It’s like winning the jackpot at Vegas for retailers both on and offline. I’m a true skeptic thought. I mean, are we really getting a deal, or are we paying a “reduced price” for something that isn’t actually reduced. It’s why Black Friday shopping has always left a bad taste in my mouth.
NerdWallet to the Rescue
I’m a huge fan of NerdWallet and all of their money resources, so I decided it would be a good idea to ask their retail shopping expert, Courtney, about my Black Friday skepticism. In fact, NerdWallet has an entire section of their website devoted to Black Friday ad leaks and deals that you should know about BEFORE you go shopping. Courtney shared a ton of great tips for the best shopping experience.
Before you bundle all up (if you live somewhere cold, and not in Los Angeles like me) and head out at some ungodly hour like 2am for a store open, make sure you spend some time to do your research. Knowing what to buy and where will save you a ton of cash that you can put towards better things like paying off debt, or that slush fund for a New Year’s eve getaway.
If you score a good deal, let me know about it!
Shannah Compton Game is a Money Wellness expert, host of the to-rated Millennial Money podcast, and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER with an MBA. Millennial Money has over 15 million downloads in 164 countries. Shannah’s years of experience as a skilled Certified Financial Planner have set her on a mission to revolutionize how people think, act, and feel about their finances…and have some fun doing so.