Sexta Feira Negra. Four tips for making smart choices this year

BUT Black Friday is coming and many consumers are taking advantage of this time of year to shop with discounts. Discounts are usually tempting, but you need to be careful to make really good deals.

Along the way, Doutor Finance offers four tips designed to help consumers make smarter choices this year and save:

1. Set a budget

“When prices are low, it’s easy to lose control of your purchases because even though you spend less on each purchase, the amounts add up and this can lead to higher spending than originally thought, especially in the case of compulsive readers and impatient collectors.

However, setting a maximum amount to spend on Black Friday can and should be your first step. Keep in mind that there might be sales every day, and then you might consider splitting the budget by day, store, or even “categories” (e.g. tech, clothing, etc.).”

2. Start early

“It seems obvious, but in the rush to get the biggest discounts, sometimes we forget that starting early can be the best tactic. Black Friday 2022 is scheduled for November 25th, and before that, there are three stages that you have to pay attention to: research, compare, and choose.

Before you start, think to yourself: what are you looking for? Do you have a need that needs an answer right now? Knowing what you want to buy during Black Friday is a great way to not get caught up in the “when it arrives, I’ll see what’s in there” philosophy because there may be discounts that, while good, are for the products you don’t buy. really don’t need to.”

3. Black Friday… online?

“For some consumers, long lines and empty shelves can be a real nightmare. Therefore, websites seem to be a good solution as online trading in Portugal is getting more and more ready for the most anticipated Friday of the year.

Also, the best Black Friday deals sometimes show up quite early. Opportunities may be available as early as midnight on campaign day. It may also be the case that some brands offer discounts exclusively online, and therefore, for a consumer who wants to take advantage of the best opportunities, buying online may be the best option.

Taking advantage of the best online discounts will also help you stay within the budget you’ve set for yourself because, in addition to taking advantage of the lowest prices, you also get more control over spending when placing items in your cart. “

Pay attention to exchanges, returns and shipping

“For many consumers, Black Friday is the time to start Christmas shopping to take advantage of the best opportunities. If this is your situation, then we advise you to pay attention to two very important factors: delivery time and exchange and return policies in the store. .

The Christmas season is the busiest time for both shops and transport companies. Because of this, it’s important to understand the delivery forecasts that stores offer, and to research and see if the dates are met to ensure gifts arrive on time for the big day.

On your way to saving on Black Friday, also note that stores offer free shipping to an address of your choice or even store delivery, as this can help you stay within your budget.”

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