Before you waste time and money on another trip to the store, check to see if there's something else than you can use in its place:

Set a budget for your holiday spending now, and get the season started right.
Black Friday it's a day for nabbing bargains, but only if you know how to shop. Here are several shopping tips to help you navigate the day:
Before you waste time and money on another trip to the store, check to see if there's something else than you can use in its place:
Name:
Pat from Massachusetts
Your Favorite Source for Bargains:
I check all the sale papers. I also check coupons online.
Your Best Money-Saving Tip:
Don't go into a store unless you need something. If you don't go in, you won't spend. It works for me.
The Worst Money-Saver You Ever Tried:
I saved all my product labels, boxes, etc. for refunding. It took up way too much space!
We're days away from Black Friday 2009. Have you mapped out where you're headed and what you hope to buy? We want to hear your deal-snatching game plan.
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