This Thursday is Thanksgiving which means Friday through Monday people are going to be shopping online or in person. You should look ahead and prepare so you won’t miss out on the purchases you really want! Here are some tips to make Black Friday and Cyber Monday a walk in the park.

How Much Will You Spend?

It’s important to make a list of the things you really want. Once you see everything you intend on buying see how much everything costs. Creating a budget will allow you to look ahead and tell you if you’re spending too much. If you stick to the budget you create you won’t overspend and your wallet will thank you.

Check Out the Ads.

Stores will throw ad after ad at you for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Look carefully at those commercials because they can tell you a lot. Make sure to compare the deals from store to store. This could save you money, especially if more than one store has what you want, but the deals are different. Pay attention to the fine print too. Sometimes deals will have stipulations.

Try Shopping Online.

There is a reason Cyber Monday has become so popular. Shopping in person can be frustrating, time consuming, and downright dangerous. Have a seat on the couch, pull out your phone or go on to your computer, and shop away. Sometimes the deals online are better than in store!

Don’t Wait for Friday.

There are plenty of deals going on right now. You won’t see the crowds or the long lines by shopping earlier. If you shop online sooner, you could avoid delays in shipping. You don’t want your purchases coming in 2023. Getting your shopping done early can take a load off your mind.

Whether its Black Friday or Cyber Monday take advantage of your Benefits Plus^® membership to help you save even more! Once you upgrade your basic checking account to a Benefits Plus^® checking with SeaComm, you will gain access to discounted gift and eGift cards, as well as a variety of savings at local retailers like Target, Walmart, Walgreens, and more. Click here to learn more or stop by your nearest SeaComm branch location to enroll, today.

For complete information, terms, conditions and exclusions please visit www.benefits-plus.org or call 866-329-7587.