How can you get the best deals on Black Friday? Tips and tricks for Georgia shoppers
Black Friday looks a little different than it used to, with online shopping and huge sales that start long before the holidays.
About 6 million consumers shopped online while 76.2 million people got their deals in person in 2023. These days, shoppers don’t have to wait for Black Friday, as more and more retailers start their sales as early as October.
Tips and tricks for Black Friday shopping in Georgia
Whether you like to sit at home and shop from your couch or you’re more inclined to hit the streets early, the stores are ready for you and have options for your shopping.
- Take advantage of Target’s holiday price matching policy, which extends through Tuesday, Dec. 24.
Enroll in free rewards programs to earn points and potentially gain early access to sales. Barnes & Noble offers a loyalty program that offers money back.
Create a shopping list in advance to track prices and identify the most substantial discounts. Some apps can help you find discounts and keep you organized.
Be a cautious consumer. Black Friday pricing may not always be the absolute lowest for every item.
Consider timing. Walmart offers early access to online deals for their members.
Be prepared for extended shopping hours, with many stores opening early on Black Friday.
Cyber Monday (Dec. 2) may offer additional online-exclusive deals.
Which stores should I visit in Georgia for the best deals?
A survey of over 4,300 deals from 13 of the biggest retailers in Georgia revealed the stores with the deepest discounts and knowing which stores offer the best deals is a key component of the Black Friday experience.
Here are the top retailers in Georgia and the average discount you’ll receive.
While it’s clear JCPenney is the clear winner in terms of average savings, Costco came in dead last with the lowest at 18.27%.
JCPenney: 76%
Belk: 2%: 57%
Kohl’s: 43%
Walmart: 37%
The Home Depot: 32%
Amazon: 325%
BJ’s: 28%
Target: 28%
Best Buy: 28%
Serious shoppers understand the importance of having a strategy when it comes to Black Friday, and hopefully, this inside information can help you save lots of money.
This story was originally published November 26, 2024 at 12:34 PM with the headline "How can you get the best deals on Black Friday? Tips and tricks for Georgia shoppers."
