It used to be that Black Friday deals were first offered to consumers on – wait for it – Black Friday. You know, the day after Thanksgiving. But these days, Black Friday deals tend to start appearing in early November and last all month.

Whether this is a good thing is debatable. On the plus side, this gives you more time to do your holiday shopping and takes some of the heat out of Black Friday itself. On the other hand, a month’s trading trend can create unexpected pressure, as you might feel like you constantly have to be on the lookout for sales.

Kohl’s is a retailer that likes to go big for Black Friday. Kohl’s is already known for its competitive prices, but during the month of November, you could enjoy even more savings on different items on your holiday list. Here’s a look at what to expect based on an analysis of the site BlackerFriday.com.

Sales could start as early as November 8

Kohl’s has not announced any official Black Friday sales or events as of this writing. But based on what the store has done in the past, there’s a good chance the first round of deals will happen around November 8. So you may want to not only visit the store or site that day, but also come up with a list of holiday gifts in advance that you want to purchase.

This also means now might be a good time to apply for a new credit card with a generous sign-up bonus. The difficulty in obtaining these bonuses is that you must reach a certain spending threshold within a specific time frame.

But if you plan to do a lot of holiday shopping in November, you may be more likely to spend the required amount to get your bonus. Click here for a list of the best credit card sign-up bonuses available this month.

Pay special attention to Kohl’s the week of November 24

Thanksgiving falls on November 28 this year, and Kohl’s will likely release a series of follow-up deals starting Sunday, November 24. At this point, you’ll want to take a look at your shopping list, see what progress you’ve made, and then compare the prices at Kohl’s with those at other retailers.

Prepare for a whirlwind of sales on Black Friday itself

Like many retailers, Kohl’s will likely reserve its main products for Black Friday itself. But there’s more to the story.

Chances are, the Black Friday sale itself will start the day before – on Thanksgiving. However, what Kohl’s has done in the past is release Black Friday deals on Thursday. only on its website and save in-store promotions for Friday.

That’s good, because you probably don’t want to leave your family and friends behind on Thanksgiving to wait in line outside Kohl’s. (And for what it’s worth, last year Kohl’s was closed on Thanksgiving anyway.)

Will the offers be good?

There is no way to know in advance. A good bet is to set yourself up with a price comparison app like ShopSavvy that helps you compare deals. You can also do the work manually by checking prices at competing retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon.

If you’re shopping for electronics, you can also check Best Buy to see what deals are available. And if you’re a Sam’s Club or Costco member, it’s definitely worth seeing what Black Friday promotions they’re offering as well.

However, when doing your price comparisons, keep in mind that Kohl’s typically offers Kohl’s Cash as part of its Black Friday sales. And to be clear, you could get this cash back for most of November, not just Black Friday itself. Last year, Kohl’s offered $15 in-store cash for every $50 spent.

Don’t forget Cyber ​​Monday

You might think that come Cyber ​​Monday, Kohl’s won’t have any more sales to offer. But that’s not the case. Expect a slew of online deals that day, plus the chance to earn extra Kohl’s Cash on your purchases.

Try not to get overwhelmed

Browsing Black Friday deals can seem like a lot – at Kohl’s or any other store. But remember, even if you miss out on a deal, there’s a good chance another one will come your way during the holiday shopping season. And if you can’t find your best items at a great price at Kohl’s, keep looking. Another store might very well have them.

You can ease the stress of holiday shopping by starting early. Don’t wait until Black Friday itself to tackle your list, as stores may have limited quantities of items you want that sell out quickly. And no matter where you shop, pay close attention to each store’s return policy in case you change your mind or find a better price elsewhere.

At Kohl’s, most returns can be completed within 90 days. And while there’s usually an exception for high-end electronics, watches and Sephora items at Kohl’s, anything that falls into that category purchased after November 1 can be returned until January 31. Most of Kohl’s competitors will likely extend their return window as well, but find outside just to be sure.