Black Friday Sales & Specials
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Friday, May 24, at 12:03 PM
Black Friday Every Friday: 5/24/13
The holiday shopping season is over, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still great deals out there. We know that throughout the year you can find sales sometimes even better than Black Friday specials, and we want to make sure we share the savings with you.
Today’s Black Friday Deals:
Insiginia 50″ 120Hz LCD TV $480 Shipped
This Insignia 50″ 120Hz LCD HDTV (model NS-50L260A13) drops from $549.99 to $479.99 plus free shipping atBestBuy.com. This was the lowest price we found by $70 and one of the lowest prices we’ve seen for a 120Hz 50″ inch TV. This 1080p display has a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 350 cd/m² brightness, 3 HDMI, DVI and USB. Sales tax is charged in most states.
Werner 6ft Aluminum Ladder $29
This best-selling Werner 6ft Aluminum Step Ladder drops from $58 to $29 through this weekend at HomeDepot.com. Plus, shipping is free. This is the lowest price we’ve seen for this ladder since May 2012, and a current price low by $24. It has a 250 lb weight capacity and a tool-top tray. Sales tax is charged in most states.
Omaha Steaks: $0.99 Burger Sale
Friday, May 17, at 12:14 PM
Black Friday Every Friday: 5/17/13
The holiday shopping season is over, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still great deals out there. We know that throughout the year you can find sales sometimes even better than Black Friday specials, and we want to make sure we share the savings with you.
Today’s Black Friday Deals:
KitchenAid 6qt Stand Mixer + $70 GC $382
This KitchenAid Professional 600 Stand Mixer drops from $549.99 to $449.99 to $382.49 with code BLOSSOM15 atKohls.com. Plus, receive $70 in Kohl’s Cash with your purchase, making the mixer’s net price $312.82. With $7.50 shipping, this is the best price we could find by $99. This mixer is available in 15 colors and comes with four attachments. Plus, use this mail-in rebate to receive a free pasta roller and fettuccine cutter attachment, a $149.99 value. Sales tax is charged in most states.
TCL 32″ 60Hz LED HDTV $200 w/Rebat
Friday, May 10, at 2:13 PM
Black Friday Every Friday: 5/10/13
The holiday shopping season is over, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still great deals out there. We know that throughout the year you can find sales sometimes even better than Black Friday specials, and we want to make sure we share the savings with you.
Today’s Black Friday Deals:
Oversized Antigravity Chair + $10GC $58!
This Sonoma Outdoor Oversized Antigravity Chair drops from $179 to $84.99 to $72.74 with code FAMILY20 at Kohls.com. Then, stack on code SUMMER15 to drop it again to $58.29! Better yet, you’ll get $10 in Kohl’s Cash after purchase, making this the lowest price we’ve seen outside of Cyber Monday and beats our recently price low by another $11. It has a steel frame, adjustable memory foam pillow, and cup holder. Shipping is $8.95 or free at $75 (there’s also a $5 surcharge). Sales tax is charged in most states
Keurigs up to 25% + 20% Off + GC + FS
Save up to 25% with markdowns on Keurig Coffee Brewers, then take another 20% discount with code FAMILY20 atKohls.com. Plus, shipping is free and you get $10 in Kohl’s Cash for every $50 you spend, making your net prices the lowest we could find. The B60 Special Edition (pictured) originally $189.99, drops from $149.99 to $119.99, and comes with a 12 K-Cup Sampler Pack and $20 in Kohl’s Cash to spend May 13-22, making your net price $99.99. The Keurig Mini in several colors is now $79.99, and comes with $10 Kohl’s cash and the same K-Cup Pack. The B70 Platinum, originally $239.99, is $143.99 with $20 in Kohl’s Cash. The Keurig Vue drops to $159.99 with code, and you get $30 Kohl’s Cash. Sales tax is charged in most states.
Seiki 39″ 1080p LCD HDTV $270 Shippe
Black Friday 2013 Information
When is Black Friday 2013?
Friday, November 29, 2013
When are Black Friday ads released?
Ads can come out as early as October, but most ads will be posted the week leading up to Thanksgiving. Make sure to check back with us for every ad as it comes out!
What are the best items to buy on Black Friday?
Electronics (especially lesser brand latops and HDTVs), kitchen appliances, DVDs and video games.
What are the worst items to buy on Black Friday?
Winter clothing, toys, luxury items (ie iPhones, iPads, etc), Christmas decorations, and jewelry.
Check our our Black Friday FAQ for the answers to more of your Black Friday questions!
Brad's Top 10 Tips for Black Friday Sales
- Research: Start researching the sales by checking out the Black Friday ads on Thanksgiving Day or earlier.
- Make a plan: Identify what you want to buy, which stores have the best Black Friday sales and what time they will open.
- Timing is everything: Arrange stores by opening time from earliest to latest.
- A fool and his money: Be wary of Black Friday doorbusters with quantity limits. If a store only has 10 items at that price, go elsewhere.
- Visualize: Know where your items will be located in the store.
- Stay safe: We see reports of Black Friday violence every year, everything from tramplings to shootings. Be polite and courteous to those around you.
- Power of numbers: Go with a team and attack different stores, or different departments of the same store. Designate a meeting place to regroup.
- Bring a snack: Only amateurs stop at the food court on Black Friday! (Or the bathroom - so go before you leave the house.)
- The quiet ones: Don’t ignore stores that don’t advertise. The will have Black Friday deals, too!
- Have fun: Enjoy your family, friends and deals!
Black Friday 2011 Results
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Prediction: Spending will increase again from $365 to $385 as consumers spend more despite the negativity.
Result: Holiday shoppers exceeded everyone’s expectations for Black Friday, spending $398 on average. -
Prediction: The amount of Black Friday shoppers will increase from 212 million last year to 225 million this year.
Result: Black Friday was more popular than expected, with an estimated 226 million shoppers hitting the stores and shopping online. So we were close - if you consider underestimating by 1 million to be close. -
Prediction: With more shoppers spending more money, Black Friday spending as a percentage of total holiday sales will increase significantly from 10.0% to 10.6%.
Result: If we thought that 10.6% would be a significant increase, then the actual percentage of 11.1% is absolutely incredible. We’re attributing the jump to ongoing economic concerns, with cash-strapped consumers showing up in force to score Black Friday deals and showing more restraint through the rest of the holiday shopping season. -
Prediction: The amount of online Black Friday shopping will jump from $648 million to $705 million as people try to avoid stores, and online becomes even more popular.
Result: ComScore reported that online shopping on Black Friday amounted to an astounding $816 million. Black Friday sales grew 24.3% over the previous year and the average online shopper spent $150. How did that number grow so large? We saw a lot more Black Friday sales that began early on Thanksgiving and more stores moving their sales from early morning to midnight. Extended hours and early access to Black Friday sales are likely culprits for the retail sales bump. Throw in our previous note about more shoppers trying to get holiday deals on a budget and more retailers offering online Black Friday sales and it begins to make more sense.
Black Friday Historic Stats
| Black Friday Stats | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # of Shoppers | 226M | 212M | 195M | 172M | 147M |
| $ Per Shopper | $398 | $365 | $343 | $372 | $347 |
| % of Holiday Retail Sales | 11.1% | 10% | 9.6% | 9.5% | 8.9% |
stats are for Thu-Sun on Black Friday weekend; shoppers can be counted more than once; Sources: BIGResearch, NRF, Shoppertrak
History of Black Friday
Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving. Falling as early as the 23rd and as late as the 29th of November, it has become the busiest shopping day of the year with stores opening earlier and earlier each season to accommodate the rush of customers. Stores that participate in Black Friday offer dramatic discounts on popular holiday items, particularly electronics and toys.
The term "Black Friday" was first used to describe the day after Thanksgiving by police officers in the 1960s in Philadelphia, PA. They called the day Black Friday in reference to the traffic in the area caused by shoppers and extra crowds drawn into the city by the College Football Army v. Navy game. In the 1980s, retailers began to dislike having their biggest sale day of the year referred to in a negative light so they pushed the theory that the day was called Black Friday because it marked the first day that a retailer had sold through enough inventory and turned a profit for the year, putting them "in the black" according to the old by-hand accounting system of using black ink to indicate a profit and red ink to indicate a loss.
Why do people go so crazy on Black Friday? For the sales! Stores offer almost ridiculously low prices and increase demand by supplying only limited inventory or limiting sales to small time slots. True Black Friday champions develop team strategy plans, do plenty of store research (including going to stores in the weeks leading up to Black Friday to check out store layout and to badger employees into giving them insider info), and of course, stocking up on Black Friday ads and coupons.
Black Friday Ads
2013 Ads Coming Soon!
Walmart 
Best Buy 
Target 
Home Depot 
Sears 
Lowe's 
Big Lots 
Kohl's 
Toys R Us 
Costco 
JC Penney 
Sam's Club 
Macy's 
Kmart 
Dick's Sporting Goods 
Cabela's 
Old Navy 
RadioShack 
Ace Hardware 
Menards Black Friday Deals
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NCAA Tees or Sweats $5-$10!
NCAA Tees, Hoodies and Sweats, originally $15-$40, are now reduced to $4.99-$9.99 at FinishLine.com. Plus spend $75 or more and take $10 off your order via code 10BRAD75, which can get you a freebie. Even with shipping from $5.49 (choose economy for the lowest), this is the best deal we've seen on these since March, and it's the current price low for all styles by at least $25. Check out the pictured Florida Gators Block Men's Tee Shirt, which was $15, now $4.99, and the Louisville Cardinals NCAA Women's Sweat Pants, also now $7.99 ($2 less than the lowest price we've seen to date). Sales tax is charged in most states. -
7pc Patio Dining Set with Cushions $494
The Hampton BayFall River 7-Piece Patio Dining Set with Moss Cushions is again reduced to $499 as part of HomeDepot.com's Memorial Day Sale. Plus, code MEMHD5 takes another $5 off, lowering it $494. With free shipping, that's within $5 of the lowest price we've seen to date on this well reviewed set, and it's the current price low for any similar set by more than $105. Sales tax is charged in most states. -
Prescription Glasses from $17 Shipped!
Save 55% on a single-vision prescription and frames at Glasses USA, plus shipping is free when you use the code MEMORIAL2013. This is the best deal we have seen from them this year. Glasses start at $38, like the pictured Masyn Black Glasses which drop from $80 to $38 to $17.10. Certain exclusions apply and sales tax is charged in most states. -
Apple Store Refurb Price Drops!
Refurbished iPads, Macs, and iPods at the Apple Store have dropped in price by an additional $20-90! This is an unprecedented event, and supplies are limited. A 16GB refurbished iPad mini, originally $329, drops from $299 to $279, while an 8GB iPod touch, originally $189, drops from $149 to $129. Apple refurbs come with the same warranty as new Apple products and include all cords and accessories. In the case of iPads and iPods, each is fitted with a new battery and outer shell. Shipping is free and sales tax is charged in most states. -
Free 8pc Clinique Bonus with $30
Get this 8 Piece Clinique bonus, an $80 value, free with any $30 Clinique purchase at Nordstrom.com for a limited time. This bonus includes Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream, Liquid Facial Soap Mild, Take The Day Off Makeup Remover, Colour Surge Eye Shadow Duo, a Tracy Reese for Clinique Cosmetics Bag, and more. Shipping is free and sales tax is charged in most states. -
2 Boxes of Checks $9 Shipped
Add two boxes of checks, normally around $31.80, to your cart at 4checks.com drop the price to $5.05 when you add code DB4381 and pay with a new account. Better yet, select USPS Bulk shipping to drop shipping to a $3.90 handling fee (be sure to select this option from the drop down menu at checkout, it's the last one from the top). This matches the best check deal we've seen, and this is at least half what banks charge for one box. To get this deal, put two boxes of single checks in your cart, and after you enter your check information, add the coupon and be sure to deselect the "EZShield Check Fraud Protection Program" option, which adds $4.90 (you must take this step to get this price). Duplicate checks are also available for $1 more. Sales tax is not charged in most states. -
Capital One Business Spark: $150 Bonus
Sign up for the Capital One Spark Cash for Business Visa Card and get a $100 bonus when you spend $1000 in 3 months. Plus, get another $50 back when you sign up for one or more employee cards within 60 days. This card gets you 2% back on every purchase- the best cash back rate we've seen for any business credit card. There's no cap on the amount of cash rewards you earn, you can redeem them at any time, and they never expire. On top of that, the $59 annual fee is waived the first year. Note: Business cards can be used by individuals, like sole proprietors, which you are if you merely sell things on eBay, or members of an LLC . Simply select "sole proprietor" for "type of business" and then enter your name as the legal name and social security number as the Tax ID number. -
PacSun: 30% off Sale + Free Shipping
PacSun takes an extra 30% off sale items for a limited time (priced as marked). Plus, take 15% off $50 with code MEM15, and all orders ship free through 5/27. Check out the Kirra Challis Stud Collar Dress (pictured), which drops from $39.50 to $24.99 to $17.49, and the Black Poppy Crochet Inset Hook Tank, which falls from $22.50 to $16.99 to $11.89. Also take a look at the Billabong Mix It Up Dress, originally $39.50, then $24.99, and now $17.49. Sales tax is charged in most states. -
The North Face Fleece Jacket $60 Shipped
This Women's North Face Windwall 1 Fleece Jacket drops from $119.95 to $59.98 with free shipping at BackCountry.com. This jacket has two zippered hand pockets and a fleece interior. Only the pictured Weimaraner Brown color, in sizes S-M is available at the quoted price. There is no sales tax. -
Sarong Front Swimsuit $14 Shipped
This Beach Belle Buttercup Asymmetrical Sarong Front Swimsuit falls from $78 to $19.98 to $13.98 with code MDW at Swimsuits for All through 5/25. With free shipping, this is the lowest total price we could find anywhere. This suit is available in sizes 10-24. Sales tax is not charged in most states. -
Rue La La: Up to 50% off Vineyard Vines
Save up to 50% on Vineyard Vines for Men and Women at Rue La La. You can choose from apparel and accessories. The pictured Getaway White Cotton Maxi Skirt drops from $125 to $59.90, a price low by more than $70. Please note, you must be a member to access the sale, but sign up is free and easy. Shipping adds $9.95 (then you will get free shipping on all orders for 30 days) and sales tax is not charged in most states. -
Frigidaire 12,000BTU AC Unit $299 Shipped
This Frigidaire 12,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner drops from $429.99 to $298 at Walmart.com. Shipping adds $0.97. The best price we could find anywhere else is $371. It features a temperature-sensing remote, an anti-bacterial filter, and it cools up to 640 sq ft. Sales tax is charged in most states. -
Steve Madden Boat Shoes $30 Shipped
Get these Steve Madden Men's Gamer Boat Shoes for $30 for a limited time at 6pm. Plus, shipping is free. This is around $30 off the regular price and the lowest price we found for these boat shoes by $15. They come in Brown (pictured) or Grey at this price. Sales tax is charged in most states. -
30,000 Delta Miles from American Express
Get 30,000 bonus miles when you sign up for the Delta Gold SkyMiles Credit Card from American Express and spend $500 in the first three months from account opening. That's one of the best sign up bonus miles offers we've seen with that low of a spend threshold. You'll also get Delta perks and savings including one free checked bag all Delta flights (for you and up to 9 people on your reservation), zone 1 priority boarding, and 20% off in-flight purchases. You also get one mile per dollar spent or two miles on Delta flights. Plus, there's no annual fee for the first year. If you keep the card after year one, a $95 annual fee applies for each additional year, but saving the cost of checked baggage fees more than makes up for it (APR variable 15.24%-19.24%). -
12 Pairs L'Eggs Sheer Energy Hose $31
Get Two 6-Packs of L'Eggs Sheer Energy Pantyhose, originally $31.14 each, for $18 each at OneHanesPlace.com. Add code 615729 to drop the price for both packs to $30.60. That's $2.55 per pair and the lowest price we could find - a savings of about 50% off buying one pair at your local drugstore or its online counterpart. Available in sheer toe, all sheer, reinforced toe, and control top, in a range of shades, plus, black, white and navy. Shipping adds $8.99 to this order and varies with order amount. Sales tax is charged in most states.
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