Black Friday in other words is the first Friday after Thanksgiving. Black Friday marks the start of the Christmas season which is why
many stores offer various deals and discounts on their items. However, not
everything is worth buying even if it’s available at a discounted price. I
remember ordering a television once which stopped working after a few days and
it didn’t have any warranty with it as well. hence, I have brought this article
to tell you about the items you should buy and the ones you should avoid.
Besides, we are going to discuss the factors to consider before
purchasing discounted items from a store.
5 FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING DISCOUNTED ITEMS
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BRAND REPUTATION
As I said earlier many brands introduce
discount schemes during Black Fridays. However, some of them use Black Friday
as an excuse to get rid of the old stock they have in store. Whereas, a
well-known brand would sell the best product despite selling it at a customer-friendly price. Hence, you must consider a popular brand that has a great
reputation in the market.
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PRODUCT QUALITY
It’s obvious that no one wants to buy a
worn-out or defective item. So, don’t let the price tag fool you, do check the
product while keeping your eyes open. It is recommended to test the chosen
products before buying. And if you feel even a slight hesitation from the retailer,
consider canceling your purchase decision.
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PRICE
Is the product even being offered at a
discounted price or is it just a game of monopoly to attract rational
consumers? In other words, do keep an eye on the price tag as many outlets
label their products under sale and sell them at a comparatively higher price.
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SOCIAL INFLUENCE AND MODERN-DAY TRENDS
If you are a trendsetter or someone who is
a fan of modern-day trends then you should consider this factor before buying.
For instance, if you are interested in buying a shirt online compare it with
the top most trending shirts as it`s possible you might purchase something which
was introduced ages ago!
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RESALE
This might surprise you but many people
consider the resale value of a product in spite of buying it at an affordable
price, and to be honest, everyone should consider the resale price of a product
even if you are getting it on a Black Friday!
BEST PRODUCTS TO BUY ON BLACK FRIDAY
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LAPTOP/COMPUTER OR ANY OTHER GADGET
Are you tired of your old-generation pc
which doesn’t even run programs properly? Or are you an avid gamer looking for
a mid-range pc? Either way, Black Friday is the place for you to be as many
stores offer gadgets at a very reasonable price. However, due to the fact that
the products are mid-ranged, they lack in some areas but you can spend the saved
money to upgrade your pc to make it just as new! Isn’t that great?
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SMALL APPLIANCES
Women who are trying to get rid of that old
juicer and blender can shop on Black Fridays as well. Deals and discounts on
small appliances are really common when it comes to small appliances, you can
even expect more than 50% off on these products! What else do you need?
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WIRELESS HEADPHONES
For the last couple of years, wireless
accessories have made a name for themselves on Black Fridays. In fact, last
year many stores offered 50% off on all wireless accessories and sold their
entire stock within a couple of hours. This year don’t expect less as
technology is evolving every year, and new wireless accessories are also being
introduced in the market.
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HOME GOODS
Home goods meaning towels and sheets in
particular are the most underrated items of Black Friday. People run for home
goods the entire year but they disappear on Black Fridays, hence, I would
suggest you buy great quality towels and sheets and expect more than 60% off
on all products.
PRODUCTS TO AVOID ON BLACK FRIDAYS
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CLOTHING
Although you will find plenty of deals
with compelling discounts related to clothing, most stores even the
well-known ones try to sell products that are either out of fashion or are
worn out due to some manufacturing default, either way, it is a waste of money
to spend on clothes if you ask me, thus, I would recommend you to avoid buying
clothes this Black Friday.
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TELEVISION SETS
Retailers advertise their tv sets with
attractive discounts and packaging, but don’t get fooled as many television
sets are full of glitches and bottlenecks which would require them to change
within the next few years.
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FURNITURE
If you are looking forward to replacing your old furniture with a newer one then I’m afraid Black Friday is not the right occasion for this change. Instead, move your mind towards buying something different and if you really want to replace your furniture desperately, I would suggest you keep saving till February as various stores offer different furniture deals on President’s Day.