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Best Buy has some of the best deals on everything from computers and TVs to home appliances and smartphones. But whether it’s Black Friday or just another Wednesday, there are ways to save more. Here are 23 tips from experts on saving on your next trip to Best Buy.
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1. Price Match
Best Buy will price match Amazon, Newegg, TigerDirect and other online retailers, as well as local retail competitors like Target and Walmart, said Coupon Sherpa savings expert Kendal Perez. “When browsing at Best Buy, look for the identical product using your smartphone and if you find the product for less, present the information to a store associate to receive the price match,” she advised.
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2. Take Advantage of Free Shipping
Best Buy recently announced free shipping on most items through January 2. “Take advantage of this deal while you can,” said Perez. Saving on shipping this holiday season is an easy way to cut down on the cost of gifts.
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3. Use In-Store Pickup
If you're shopping online during non-free shipping times, you can have the item shipped to your local store for free, said Regina Conway, consumer expert for Slickdeals. “This can also work if you are purchasing something for a friend or relative in another city or state. Simply ship it to a store near them under the Friends & Family pickup option,” she said.
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4. Use Coupon Codes
Before you head to Best Buy, make sure you check to see if there are any coupon codes that could save you money. Checking places like the Best Buy coupon code page on Slickdeals could save you 20 percent or more, said Conway.
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5. Check Out CowBoom
Best Buy brand CowBoom offers deals on new, preowned and refurbished consumer electronics, said Conway. “You can get steep discounts and shop with confidence with a 15-day, money-back guarantee,” she said. And in case you’re wondering, Conway said, refurbished and preowned items are sometimes products that were already opened, so the store couldn't market them as new even if they were never used.
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6. Ask for Extra Stuff
Believe it or not, you might be able to negotiate at Best Buy. “This generally is only something you would do with larger ticket items, and your chances for success increase if you ask for a bonus item, rather than a flat discount,” said Conway. For example, she suggested asking for free cables or other accessories to go with your television purchase.
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7. Shop Near the End of the Month
If you want the most negotiating power, hit Best Buy near the end of the month, said Conway. “Sales associates have certain goals they want to reach each month, so if you head into the store around that time, you could have more flexibility to negotiate,” she said.
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8. Avoid Accessories
If they’re not thrown in with your TV or computer purchase, it’s best to avoid buying accessories like cables, protective cases and other extras, said celebrated consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch. “You can usually find better prices on eBay or Amazon,” she said.
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9. Skip the Extended Warranty
Woroch also suggested passing on the extended warranty. “The manufacturer warranty will suffice and if you use a major credit card, it will double the manufacturer warranty,” she said. Just remember to pay off that credit card bill quickly, or you’ll be giving up some of your savings to credit card interest charges.
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10. Shop on Big Sale Days
Thanksgiving and Black Friday are one of your best bets for good deals at Best Buy, said Benjamin Glaser, features editor with DealNews. “Last year, Best Buy had the third most Editors' Choice deals we saw — after Amazon and Newegg — during the Black Friday season. Also, Thanksgiving now has even more deals than Black Friday, and Best Buy reflected this. Best bets included deals on tablets, laptops and smartphones,” said Glaser.
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11. Buy Apple
While the Apple Store is a fun place to shop, it might not be the best place to buy Apple products, said Glaser. “We rarely recommend buying Apple products directly from Apple, as certified resellers like Best Buy (and Amazon and Micro Center) almost always offer deeper discounts,” he said.
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12. Buy Home Appliances
Best Buy is more than just a place to score good deals on computers and TVs. “Though it is most known for its tech deals, Best Buy not only sells everything from fridges to laundry machines to coffee makers, it also often has deals just as good as home goods stores like Sears and Lowe's,” said Glaser.
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13. Join RewardZone
Best Buy’s loyalty program, RewardZone, allows you to earn one point for nearly every $1 spent. Once you accrue 400 points, you receive a $5 reward certificate. “It's not the most robust reward system but if you shop there frequently, you can save up rewards and apply them to a future purchase,” said Perez.
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14. Use a Student Discount
Best Buy gives college students discounts on many items, said Conway. “All you need is a .edu address to sign up and coupon codes will be emailed to you,” said Conway. Even if you're not in college, you can ask friends or family members to pass along their coupons.
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15. Set Up Deal Alerts
Sites like Slickdeals allow you to tap into an army of customers who will alert of great deals. “Slickdeals has a community of more than 10 million users who are all out there scouring the best deals at any given time. If you're in the market for a Best Buy item, simply set a deal alert and you'll be notified when there's a great deal on that item,” said Conway.
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16. Consider Refurbished Items
If the new item you want is simply too expensive, consider refurbished items, said Kerry Sherin, senior content manager at Offers.com. You’ll likely get a significant discount, she said. “Refurbished items are those that have been repaired or looked over by either the original manufacturer or a third party,” she said.
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17. Buy Open Box Items
Another chance at savings can be found on open box items, said Sherin. “Open boxed items are ones that have left the store but didn’t meet the needs of another customer or were floor models. Open box items can be a great way to get items at less than retail value,” she said.
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18. Buy Discounted Best Buy Gift Cards
Sites like CardCash offer discounted gift cards so you can get additional savings, said Conway. “Best Buy gift card discounts range based on the amount, but you can typically get about 5 percent off the face value,” said Conway. If you’re planning on making a large purchase, she suggested stocking up on the cards. It’s a great way to make a good deal even better.
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19. Save Your Receipt
If you hold onto your receipts, you might be able to earn cash back if the cost of the item you purchased drops. “If you monitor the price of a product and keep your receipt, this can be a good way to get a little cash back. Best Buy will adjust the price of your item if it is still within the return exchange period,” said Sherin.
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20. Watch the Register
You worked hard to find the best deal, so make sure you get it. “As the cashier rings up your items, make sure you are getting the items at the price they are listed for. There can sometimes be discrepancies between aisle price and ring price,” said Sherin.
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21. Shop Seasonally
Certain items go on sale at certain times of the year, said Sherin, so if you can wait until the best time to buy, you’ll get a great deal. “Veterans Day sales show discounts on appliances ... and the cheapest time to buy a TV is right after the Super Bowl,” said Sherin.
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22. Find Cash Back Deals
Don’t forget to check for cash back, said Jon Lal, founder and CEO of BeFrugal. “Best Buy offers deals online as well as in store. Don’t forget to check a coupon website first to look for deals before you buy, as well as click through a cash back website to earn money back on your purchase,” he said.
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23. Set a Budget
Any savvy shopper knows that a good plan is vital to saving money, so don’t forget this simple rule, said Sara Skirboll, shopping expert at RetailMeNot. “I always recommend creating a plan that includes a prioritized list of individuals you are shopping for and a budget ... Since cell phones operate as mini computers, you can do all your pre-planning with the touch of a finger."
This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 23 Ways to Save Money at Best Buy