Money Matters September '18- November '18 | Page 13

Tips and Tricks

By AJ, SMMC Peer Mentor

Black Friday can be hectic, annoying, and sometimes dangerous. Here are a few ways to stay safe and maximize your shopping!

1. Never shop alone. Always take someone with you so that you have multiple eyes looking for the best deals. Also so that you can have an accountability partner to tell you when you have reached your budget.

2. Plan your shopping route out in advance. Make sure you know when and where you are going to go shopping.

3. Check out all the deals online as well as in store offers. Some places will have certain offers that are only available online or only in store.

4. Prioritize your shopping. Know what is really important for you to get vs. something you just happen to see on the shelf.