How To Save Money On Black Friday Deals
Black Friday gets louder every year.
More emails. More countdown timers. More “must-buy” pressure.
But if you’re a working homeschool mom, you don’t have time to dig through endless deals. You want the things that actually matter for your home, your work, and your kids.
That’s why saving money on Black Friday isn’t really about chasing bargains.
It’s about staying focused so you don’t waste time or cash on things that don’t serve you.
Before you dive in, you can check out my full roundup of Top Black Friday Sales for Working Homeschool Moms (Updated for 2025). It puts all the worthwhile deals in one place so you don’t have to dig.
And if you want help sorting out what’s worth buying, I’ve got a free tool that helps you sort every potential purchase into three buckets: Need, Want, and Wait. It’s quick and keeps impulse buying in check.
1. Make a Black Friday Wish List
Black Friday is designed to pull you off track.
A simple wish list keeps you grounded.
Write down exactly what you want to buy.
Stick to the list and ignore everything else.
I keep mine in the Notes app so I can check prices all year. It helps me spot real savings and skip “fake deal” hype.
Make your list shareable if you want to send it to family. If you use something like Homeschool Planet, you can share it with one click.
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2. Research Before the Sales Start
Know the exact item you want.
Know the regular price.
Know the features that matter.
This is the easiest way to spot when a “deal” is actually more expensive than usual.
When you know your target price, you can make quick decisions without getting sucked into comparison chaos.
3. Shop Early When It Makes Sense
Some of the best deals happen the week before Black Friday.
It’s always a gamble deciding whether to wait. When I’m unsure, I ask myself two questions:
What price did I hope to pay?
How much am I saving right now?
If it hits my target price, I usually grab it and move on.
4. Take Advantage of Cash Back and Rewards
If two shops have the same price, choose the one giving you something extra.
We’ve saved over $200 this year just by choosing stores with better loyalty rewards.
Rakuten (formerly Ebates) is still one of the easiest ways to earn cash back on Amazon, Walmart, Indigo, and more.
If you shop online at all, sign up and install the browser extension. It quietly saves you money without adding one more thing to your to-do list.
If you need help setting it up, check out my step-by-step instructions here.
5. Use Store and Loyalty Apps
Store apps make things easier when you’re juggling work, homeschool, and a busy life.
They alert you to coupons, flash deals, and price drops.
Many of them also show bonus point offers, which can help stretch your budget even further.
6. Make Social Media Work For You
Follow your favorite retailers and bloggers on Instagram or Facebook.
They often post early discount codes or unadvertised deals.
Last year I found multiple homeschool deals this way. Many brands quietly drop coupon codes to creators before the big sale weekend hits.
7. Do You Have An Alexa?
If you have an Alexa device, you can literally ask “Alexa, what are the Black Friday deals?” and she’ll tell you.
It’s a small thing, but it saves time when you’re juggling kids and work.
If you’re thinking about grabbing an Alexa device, these Amazon picks are usually discounted:
Echo (4th Gen) | With premium sound, smart home hub, and Alexa | Charcoal
Echo Dot (3rd Gen, 2018 release) – Smart speaker with Alexa – Charcoal
So make sure to ask her before you head out. (source)
8. Use Wishlists and Carts to Trigger Alerts
Amazon will email you when wishlist items drop in price.
This is one of my favorite ways to track homeschool supplies and gifts without constantly checking.
Some retailers even send you discount codes if they notice an item sitting in your cart.
9. Try Deal-Finding Apps
They make it easier to stack discounts, especially if you’re shopping for household or homeschool items.
A few apps you might want to check out are:
10. Sign Up for Newsletters
Most brands give 10% off or more if you join their email list.
They also send discount codes you won’t see anywhere else, which saves you time hunting around online.
If you don’t want these mixed into your main inbox, create a “shopping-only” email account and use it during sale season.
How To Save Money On Black Friday Shopping!
A Year-Round Way To Save
Every strategy here works beyond Black Friday.
I use these same steps for bigger purchases like homeschool curriculum, kitchen appliances, and online business tools.
If you want the best deals rounded up for you, don’t forget to check the full list:
Top Black Friday Sales for Working Homeschool Moms (Updated for 2025).
And if you want help figuring out what’s actually worth buying, grab the free Need, Want, Wait sorting tool. It’ll keep those impulse buys in check.
These same tips can help you save money on the homeschool curriculum. For more information, be sure to read: You REALLY Can Homeschool on a Budget
FAQ
Is Black Friday really the cheapest time to shop?
Often yes, but not always. Some brands offer better discounts earlier in November or during Cyber Monday.
How do I avoid impulse buying?
Use your wish list, set price targets, and run items through the Need/Want/Wait tool.
Are Amazon Black Friday deals worth it?
Many are. The easiest way to know is by comparing with the regular price and turning on price alerts.
What should working homeschool moms focus on?
Curriculum, learning tools, tech that makes life easier, and household items that you already planned to buy.
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