Cyber Monday: Finding Deals From Your Irmo-Seven Oaks Home

Irmo-Seven Oaks residents who didn’t want to brave the crowds on Black Friday or Small Business Saturday still have one more big chance to save courtesy of Cyber Monday.

Similar to the two other major shopping events, Cyber Monday differs in that consumers don’t have to leave the comfort of their own homes (or offices) to take advantage of some pretty big pre-holiday deals. All the bargains laid out for Cyber Monday are for online shoppers only.

So how can you find the best deals online this Cyber Monday?

Check out this list below of a few stores that are planning Cyber Monday deals:

• Kohl’s – This retailer is offering Cyber Monday sales all week long starting today. The site is advertising more than 300 cyber specials which end Dec. 1. 
• Walmart – This retailer is also advertising a cyber week of sales. 
• Target – This store’s Cyber Monday splash page invites consumer to sign up for an email alert that will tip them off about sales and exclusive offers on Cyber Monday and all year long.
• Amazon – This online retailer tends to celebrate Cyber Monday in a very big way. Its splash page even features a countdown clock.

When shopping online, follow these tips from the Better Business Bureau for avoiding fraud:

• Protect your computer. Install pam filters and anti-virus software.
• Shop on trustworthy websites.
• Protect personal information.
• Beware of deals that sound too good to be true.
• Beware of phishing emails.
• Confirm your online purchase is secure.
• Pay with a credit card.
• Keep documentation of your order.
• Check your credit card statements often.
• Know your rights. Federal law requires that orders made by mail, phone or online be shipped by the date promised or, if no delivery time was stated, within 30 days.

What’s your favorite store to surf on Cyber Monday? Share your suggestions in the comments section. If you own or know of a local business that is participating in Cyber Monday, be sure to let everyone know by posting below, too!