With Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, people are easily blinded by big flashy deals. It's easy to forget that not all deals are worth it, since they're too preoccupied with the fact that they're gonna save money. That makes buyers susceptible to scams, and sellers know that as well. Here are ways to make sure that the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are worth it.
1. Be Suspicious
Of course, there really are good deals with very low prices, but you have to rely on your instincts too. As mentioned by Cycling Magazine, if it's too good to be true, it probably is. Look closely at the item you plan on buying, and if something's off, it's best to just avoid it altogether. Otherwise, you're actually just going to spend more, since the item won't hold up to your standards.
2. Opt for Reliable Sellers
You're a lot less likely to be scammed when you purchase from official sites. Big corporations tend not to pull something like selling bogus items, mainly to protect their reputation, but also because it's a red flag that can get them sued. If the item you want to buy is no longer available on websites, try to purchase from official distributors. The discount may not be as big, but at least you'll know that what you see is what you get.
3. Check Other Stores
Retailers or sellers will make colorful deals to entice customers. Something like "From $300, now at $199!" But, try and look for the item from other sources. If they also offer a deal with the same price, then it's not that special, as suggested by Which. You might even find cheaper deals from other retailers or sellers, so make sure to compare prices.
4. Be Wary of 'Orignal Prices'
Stores mostly add the original prices of the item before the deal, that way, customers will know how much they are saving if they buy it with the discount. However, shops have sneaky tactics sometimes. They would add the highest amount the item was priced with, even if it was months or years ago. For example, the item was $200 dollars when it came out, and sold for $150 after six months.
Shops might display "from $200 now at $99" signs, but it's not. Although, other stores actually display the date when the original price was used. For instance, they would specify that the original price was used from May to August, had a drop in September to November, and created a deal for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
5. Check the Reviews
The answer to some of your questions that aren't in the product description can sometimes be found in the reviews. It's one of the best places to look for honest descriptions. If the item does not appear as advertised, previous buyers would be pissed and will likely make that known. Watch out for fake reviews. They can be easy to find sometimes, since some fake reviews sound like they came from a script, and you can find an identical review from another buyer.
