Black Friday Shopping Tips: It Pays to Have a Plan
From parking, to planning ahead, to protecting your new purchases—how to make the most of Black Friday.
'Tis the season to shop, shop, shop. Black Friday actually begins on Thanksgiving night at several of the big retailers. So how can you make sure you get the most out of this most intense of shopping seasons? Start by planning ahead, and be careful with those bags of newly purchased merchandise. “It’s a smart idea to map out your shopping route for Black Friday and throughout December to avoid rushes," said Kristen Sicilia, who works at Macy's in Ross Park Mall. "You also want to keep track of your bags when you are shopping because usually someone is around the corner looking at them already.” Kristen had several other suggestions: For those of you who want avoid the crowds, shopping online is a great alternative and often offer the same…
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