BBB offers tips for more 'productive' Black Friday shopping experience

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving," was given its name as a negative nickname due to the traffic, crowds, and behavior that often surround the day.

Today, it is known more as a positive for the hundreds of shopping deals.

Officials said American shoppers spend, on average, $1,007.24 during the holiday shopping season.

"Black Friday" is recognized as one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

The Better Business Bureau is offering tips on how to make your "Black Friday" shopping experience better and more productive.

BLACK FRIDAY TIPS: 

• Learn about advertising trips and gimmicks
• Do your research and read reviews
• Read the fine print on sale ads
• Know the advertiser
• Sign-up for email alerts to learn about deals ahead of time
• Ask for gift receipts and save warranty information

For more information, click here. 

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