Black November is finally here, the month where we get a lot of stuff at a discount! Electronics, shoes, clothes, stationary, home appliances, you name it.
However, a lot that could go wrong, including getting stuff that you do not need or falling into the hands of scammers.
Preparation for this craze is therefore key in making sure that you bag all the deals like a pro while dodging all the unnecessary troubles.
Have a priority list
It is quite easy to get overwhelmed by all the brands and products on sale. This could cause confusion, second guessing and then poor purchase choices.
To offset this, have a priority list of the specific things you need. Lock down all the details down to the color.
Compare prices
First and foremost, make sure you know the actual price of the item before the sale. Then, compare different dealers and outlets to get the best deal. It would be unfortunate to rush into getting the item, only to come across a page that has the same item on a better deal.
Legitimacy check
Numerous scammers are looking to make a kill during this time. Many will therefore put-up fake advertisements, and shops to con you of your money. Moreover, some of these deals tend to be too good to pass over which makes it easy to crumble. Some red flags include, asking for a down payment before delivery and a disabled comment section on social media.
Add to cart
One of the best deals during this time is flash sales. However, most are both time-bound and on demand therefore run out fast.
To hack this, ensure you have the items top on your list in the cart in preparation for the flash sale. That way, you simply pay and check out without the chance of making any mistakes on your order or any delays.
Keep an eye out on media
Many shops and stalls will actively advertise on both traditional and social media. Hence, keeping an eye and ear out will help you track down all these deals and discounts easily. Remember to screenshot or take down note on your phone not to forget the incredible deal.
Have a budget
Sales will give an illusion that you are spending less money. However, you might end up spending so much more because of lack of a budget which beats the purpose of a sale.
Hidden charges
There is a high chance that sellers get cheeky and have hidden costs like shipping down to the dollar charges. Which then means that at the end of the day you end up paying the full price. So, before you make any payments, make sure you are getting a deal for sure.
It’s an exciting time of the year. If I were you, I’d start Christmas shopping right now to save myself some coins. Go forth and be great!
