Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, as many of you will already know. Many of you will already know that it’s a dangerous time of the year for your wallet. You might not even need or want anything, you could easily be forgiven for buying stuff that you don’t really need, or too much.
Black Friday is everywhere, bombarding you with promises of great savings and mega bargains. But are these big bargains always worth it? And how can you make sure you’re getting a good deal? Read on to find out how to save your money this Black Friday.
Not everything is what it seems
According to the consumer rights group, Which? many of these so-called Black Friday deals aren’t actually that cheap. They have found evidence that many of the products on offer have been cheaper at other times of the year. In some cases, they’ve found that many products actually get cheaper AFTER Black Friday!
Stick to a budget
Now, you’ve probably heard us, your friends and family members say this a million times, but sticking to a budget is so important when it comes to saving money. Know what you are going to spend, and stick to it. If you’re going to go over your budget, consider whether you really need everything you’re getting.
Shop around
Almost every retailer imaginable will be participating in Black Friday in one way or another. This means that many retailers will be selling the same products but at different prices. Many will be simply price matching one another, but if you look around, you should be able to find a good deal. You would do this at any other time of the year, so why not now?
Use a price tracker
Thanks to the internet, you don’t need to go traipsing around all of the shops to find the best price. You also don’t need to worry if something is cheaper on Black Friday or not. By using sites such as Pricerunner, you can see the price history of an item, to make sure that you are getting the best deal.
This is how to save money on Black Friday for students
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