Although I've been covering Black Friday weekend sales for more than a decade as a shopping expert, it still whips me into a buying frenzy. The deals are just too hard to resist! I just snapped up an iPad for my husband ($80 off at Walmart!) and I'm now on the hunt for a Dyson vac ($150 off at Macy's!). I'm also eyeing some of the juicy TV deals out there. If you're planning on cashing in on some of this season's top deals here are four trends you need to know: More doorbuste

Ready or not, the holiday deals are coming! It can be crazy overwhelming—you’ve got to figure out not just what to buy friends and family, but also when and where to buy it. Should you jump in during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales—or even earlier? Or should you wait until December or even later as the markdowns on many items get even deeper? And should you do most of your shopping online or in stores? Here’s a 5-step plan to max out your savings this holiday season. Get

Call it Black November! Black Friday shopping madness has begun! Whether you’re ready or not, it’s time to start sorting through the doorbuster deals. Here’s a sampling of the best early sales and my advice on how to plan your shopping to nail the best bargains! Amazon: Check out the Black Friday Deals Store, which features special discounts on toys, electronics, and just about everything else you can think of. Use the Amazon app to stay up to date on all the deals by setting