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The Best And Worst Things To Buy On A Black Friday

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

·         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.

 

·         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.

 

·         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.

 

·         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!

 

·         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

·         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?

 

·         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?

 

·         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.

 

·         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

·         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.

 

·         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.

 

·         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.