Well now that Black Friday is over, Did you get everything you needed? If not here are some tips to help you next year to avoid having to go out and deal with the crowds.
1. Start EARLY, I have 2 friends that usually have their Christmas shopping done by April. Now if your like me I'm still out running around on the 24th looking for that perfect gift because I believe that their is something I have just missed.
2. Plan your shopping, you know the recipients so you should know what they like and you can attack the after Christmas sales for those perfect gifts that they will treasure. Hiding them is another problem.
3. With prior planning the after Christmas sales are also the perfect time to pick up those birthday, graduation, anniversary, wedding and other gifts you know you'll need throughout the year. This way you won't be rushing around in a big hurry and your gift selection will be better thought out and more treasured.
4. Now that said there are still great deals out there, checkout your favorite retailer online. Many of the large retailers have outstanding deals for online only. The trick here is to shop early because you have to figure shipping time to get the gift in on time. Now if your shopping for grand kids or other family you can save on shipping cost by having them shipped directly to them through another family member and getting them to wrap and put the gift under the tree.
5. Don't forget your small local retailers they often have the more unique gifts at great prices. You will get much more personalized services, support your local community, help keep money flowing through your local businesses and possibly make a good friend in your local area.
6. Hopefully these suggestions will help you with your holiday shopping and future gift giving. Happy Holidays and Happy Treasured Gift Giving.
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