Four Questions To Ask Yourself Before Black Friday

Black Friday is almost here! In a few days, you’re going to find deals everywhere. Your timeline will be flooded, your favourite online shopping apps will be screaming, and you might even see ads pop up in your fridge. 😅

To make sure you shop smart and get the deals you need without totally getting carried away, you’re going to need these tips.

1. Do you really need it?

Think about your actual needs first. You can make a list of what you buy regularly – lotions, body washes, makeup, staples, skin or hair care products, then check if your favourite stores are offering deals on them. Many stores offer up to 50% off or even ‘buy one, get one free’ deals on these essentials. Buying in bulk during this period can help you save and avoid paying full price later in the year.

2. What’s your Black Friday budget?

Now that you know exactly what you need, the next step is to make sure you have a clear budget for it. The best way to make sure you don’t overspend is to move that money into a Kuda Pocket right away. This way, the money is set aside for the purchase and you hopefully won’t spend it before Black Friday.

3. How real is the discount?

There are many Black Friday and Cyber Monday discounts that look amazing at first glance but the truth is, not all of them are real. Some stores quietly raise prices a few weeks before the sales, then drop them again to make the ‘discount’ look bigger than it really is.

That’s why you need to verify the price before you buy. If it’s something expensive or something you’ve had your eye on for a while, check the price history to see if the price reduction is actually genuine.

4. Will you still be happy with the purchase in six months?

Consider the long-term value of what you’re about to buy. Not every ‘new’ thing is worth it. For example, a phone you’ve been thinking of buying could feel outdated once the next model is released in a few months.

You don’t want to get caught in an endless loop where you’re always chasing the newest thing so consider getting an older model that meets your needs.

With your list ready and these questions answered, all that’s left is to buy quickly when the deals show up. A virtual Kuda Card or Pay ID will help you with that.