As I’ve predicted according to Black Friday polls, more people are expected to hit the malls this year. According to the poll 26% of people said they will shop this Black Friday, up from 21% last year.

With the increase of people, as well as probably even more sales than last year, it will be important to have a game plan.

Our last Black Friday tip is to bring a friend. There is strength in numbers and it could ease your shopping trip to have company. As I’ve already written in our previous Black Friday tips, there will be lines, crowds, and craziness. Having a game plan with a friend could ease your Black Friday shopping.

After Black Friday many retailers will be able to figure out how their stores did. With many people predicting a down year for stores, I am anticipating a huge Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

With every store competing against each other this year, it’s so important to compare prices. That will be a vital Cyber Monday tip this year. You have all day to shop at your convenience so browse a few stores first and compare. That is a huge advantage over going out on Black Friday, you can’t compare.

As we wrap up our Cyber Monday and Black Friday tips we will start featuring several stores with their “leaked” Black Friday ads, and early Cyber Monday specials. Expect a big week of updates for us here at Deal Locker.

One thing that scares away people from Black Friday is the lines. Popular malls and stores will have lots of shoppers. That in turn results in long waits for checkouts as well as to just get into the store. Who doesn’t hate waiting in line?

Our Black Friday tip is to make sure you are dressed for the occasion. Be comfortable, good shoes and comfortable clothes. Chances are very good that you will at least wait in a pretty long line, so make sure to try to make the best of it.

We are trying to get you ready for the biggest shopping event of the season. Make sure to check out our handy Black Friday shopping tips. We also have the latest Cyber Monday tips.

Cyber Monday is a day when online retailers get together and offer great deals online. It often includes free shipping, a % off and more. This year Cyber Monday falls on December 1st, 2008.

A great tip for Cyber Monday shopping is to try to focus your purchases at only a few stores. Shopping at only a couple of stores will give you the discounts that you are looking for. Certain stores will offer you free shipping, but you also must spend a certain amount of money on your purchase.

For early holiday shopping, check out some of our Black Friday tips. Of course you should arrive early, and leave the kids at home for Black Friday. But you don’t have to worry about any of that on Cyber Monday!

Black Friday isn’t your ordinary shopping trip. I’m assuming this year will be huge, because more people will want (and need) deals and a bit of extra savings. Many stores aren’t expecting to do well, so expect even better deals this year.

With such a massive amount of people in one area, leave the kids at home. Not only could this be a safety issue, it’s really counterproductive. If you go when the stores open (some at 4am!) the last thing kids will want to do is shop.

You can avoid this by staying home and shopping online, Cyber Monday. We have been giving our Black Friday tips, but we will also have some Cyber Monday tips as it gets a bit closer. Then of course the big deals!

Just as you should start planning your Black Friday trip early, you should arrive early too. It’s always best to be prepared. After you figure out which stores to hit, for what sales you want, get there early!

Not only are most places overcrowded, some deals are only for the first X amount of customers. The earlier you get there the better. Chances are the item or items you are looking to buy, other people will too. You don’t want them to sell out!

We will keep giving you more Black Friday tips. If you have any good tips or Black Friday stories leave us a comment and let us know! Happy shopping.

This year Black Friday is on November 28th, 2008. Most companies like to list their deals a few days in advance, however sometimes those deals leak. We will be right here giving you the latest updates on Black Friday 2008!

This is where being a savvy shopper comes in. By starting early you can see which places are going to give you the best deals. Many stores offer door busters, free gifts for spending, and huge reductions on prices. That way you can basically plan what to do.

Haven’t ventured into the depths of Black Friday? Keep checking back with us as we give you our Black Friday tips for a safe and successful shopping spree!

For those homebodies, we will keep you posted on get Cyber Monday deals that you can have without ever having to get up early!

Although you probably always show your dad how much you love him, Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to make sure he really knows. We have scoured Amazon.com for the best Father’s Day deals - things that your dad is sure to love - all priced below $25!

1. Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Multimeter. $24.99 What father do you know who doesn’t like gadgets? This gadget happens to be a useful one, checking batteries, testing voltage, and making electronic measurements.
2. Slime 12-volt Air Compressor with Gauge and Light.$19.99 This easily portable air compressor pressurizes up to 300 PSI and is powered by a 12-volt cigarette lighter!
3. Black & Decker 6-Volt Cordless Screwdriver. $10.12 A great deal right now, this cordless screwdriver has a spindle lock for the times when you need greater control. Your dad will find uses for this all over the house.
4. Fiskars Garden Bucket Caddy . $12.99 For any gardening dad, the bucket caddy provides storage for weeds, seeds, cell phone, beverages, and gloves.
5. Black & Decker Adjusting Auto Wrench. $24.83 No more manually adjusted wrenches - this auto adjusting wrench can replace many other tools!
6. Casio Men’s Sports Chronograph Alarm 10-Year Battery Databank Watch. $22.36 Inexpensive yet good looking, this watch has an analog/digital combination, a countdown timer, different time zones, a stopwatch, three alarms… this watch is packed with features!
7. Fossil Wallet - Avalanche Execufold. $20.00 Butter soft leather wallet - a great gift for any dad for any occasion!
8. Elegant Gray Silver Cateye Square Cufflinks Framed in Silver. $24.99 Classy Italian-inspired silver and gray cufflinks show everyone how high-class your dad is!
9. 301 Piece Titanium Drill Set. $15.99 300 piece drill bit set: titanium drill bits penetrate masonry, wood, and many other surfaces. With all these sizes and types of bits, there is a bit for your dad’s every need.
10. Leatherman 64010101 Micra Tool. $23.95This multi-tool weights less than two ounces and includes 10 tools. Easy to carry and convenient to use.

Whichever gift you choose for your dad, he is sure to appreciate the gift, but appreciate the giver even more!

Mothers are incredible. Although there is no way to actually repay your mother for all that she has done for you, she would certainly appreciate a token of your gratitude. Here are some gift ideas to show your mother how much you love her!

In honor of Earth month, Wal-Mart will be giving away 1 million custom-made reusable shopping bags on Saturday, April 19th at 8am local time.

Mark your calendars to plan a shopping trip that morning to get your free reusable bag. The reusable bags are made from recycled material that you can buy for $1 if you miss the free offer.

Keep in mind that plastic bags can take as long as 1,000 years to degrade!

The obvious alternative to that is to buy online. Many Wal-Mart items are available only online, or at discount. You can use one of our nearly 200 Wal-Mart coupons to save money.