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WHEN WILL BANKS REOPEN AFTER THANKSGIVING?

Although banks will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, they will open back up on Black Friday.

Financial institutions resuming their opening and closing times on Black Friday means that consumers have a chance to get their affairs in order so they don't miss out on some great deals.

Hours of operation are likely to vary from bank to bank, make sure to inquire with your local financial institution concerning Black Friday opening and closing times.

Thanksgiving Day falls on November 25, Black Friday falls on November 26

IS BLACK FRIDAY A FEDERAL HOLIDAY?

For the Thanksgiving holiday, all financial institutions will be closed across the US.

With Black Friday the very next day, many people are wondering if they will be able to frequent their usual bank and initiate their accustomed transactions.

Customers and bankers are inquiring to know about their local banking times due to wanting to get their accounts in order to take advantage of Black Friday sales.

Some businesses and institutions are choosing to remain closed on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and even until the weekend.

ARE BANKS CLOSED ON BLACK FRIDAY?

Nationwide, banks operate at their normal hours between 9am until at least 5pm or 6pm.

The days banks are usually open are from Monday through Friday, with limited hours on Saturday; Banks are always closed on Sundays.

Besides every Sunday, people can count on banks remaining unavailable on Federal holidays due to observance throughout the US.

The Federal holidays that banks are closed on are Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Independence Day.

WHAT ARE THE BEST TV BRANDS IN 2021?

There are three brands that dominate the TV market, though there are plenty of other manufacturers who create high-quality sets.

The biggest TV-maker out there is Samsung, who has dazzled consumers this year with its new line of Neo-QLED sets (and its QLED sets become way more affordable too).

Then there’s LG, whose webOS smart platform has a stellar reputation for its ease of use, and do some superb OLED sets.

Lastly, there’s Sony, famed for its Bravia line of televisions.

If you go with any of these brands, we can assure you that you’re in safe hands – but Panasonic, Hisense, JVC and Philips are all worth attention too.

There’s also the all-new Sky Glass, Sky’s first ever television. It seems likely we’ll see price drops on some of the bundle packages that it offers.

WHERE ARE THE BEST PLACES TO BUY A TV ON BLACK FRIDAY

Here’s a list of retailers where we always find the best offers on TVs from major brands like LG, Samsung and Sony on Black Friday.

What you’ll likely find is these retailers will engage in a ruthless price-matching war, each lowering the prices of television, and often to the exact same price… with Amazon often undercutting its rivals by £1.

Something to remember is that Currys and John Lewis both offer a policy of guaranteed price-matching – make sure you hold them to it if you need to.

That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look elsewhere – the TV brands themselves, such as LG, Samsung, Sony, and TCL, all have online stores, and will often offer price drops on their models during Black Friday.

So keep an eye out across all these sites for top TV deals, but more importantly, make sure you bookmark this page, as we’ll be regularly updating it with all the best TV deals and discounts.

Black Friday TV deals 2021

There are plenty of A-class television deals available in the States right now – we’ve listed our favourites below.

You’ll find TVs from the likes of Samsung, Sony, Toshiba and Hisense all with their prices reduced.

1. RCA 43-inch 4K Ultra HD (2160P) HDR Roku Smart  TV, was $288 now $199 – 
2. Hisense 43-inch H55 Series Full HD Smart Android TV, was $289.99 now $259.99 – 
3. Toshiba 50-inch C350KU C350 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV, was $469.99 now $359.99 – 
4. Samsung 32-inch Class The Frame Series Full HD Smart Tizen TV, was $599.99 now $449.99 – 
5. Sony 50-inch X80J 4K Smart Google TV, was $699.99 now $649.99 – 
6. LG 65-inch NanoCell 75 4K webOS TV, was $949.99 now $799.99 – 
7. Sony 65-inch KDX80J X80J 4K TV Home Theater Bundle, was $1,097.97 now $923 – 
8. LG  75-inch NanoCell 80 Series 4K  Smart webOS TV, was $1,399.99 now $1,149.99 – 

'BLOCKBUSTER DISCOUNTS'

Americans will want to keep in mind that shipping charges may apply on orders that do not exceed $35.

Players may want to pick up their games at a local store to avoid having to pay additional fees.

PlayStation and Xbox fans can get their hands on the game Call of Duty Vanguard for just $39.

It's a major coup given that the shooting game usually retails for around $69.99.

Consumers are saving $30 on a game that has just been out for a few weeks.

To find the best deals, shoppers are encouraged to search for the title of the game that they want on Google and compare the prices of all major retailers such as Amazon and Wal-Mart.

ROKU BLACK FRIDAY DEAL

Americans can get their hands on a Roku LE streaming player for just $15 in a Black Friday exclusive deal at Walmart.

The device usually costs around $30 and the offer is available for a few days.

Movie lovers will be able to stream their favorite  and Disney+ shows and they don’t even need a smart TV to do so.

Americans will also receive $5 worth of credit that can be used for Redbox and a free month of HBO Max, which usually costs $10.

The streaming device can be picked up at Walmart stores from 5am tomorrow and can be shipped to homes across the country.

A free 30-day return window starts on December 26.

The package will also include an HDMI cable to help you set up the streaming device.

Walmart has an array of Black Friday deals on luxury goods including TVs, headphones, and vacuums.

HOW TO FIND THE BEST DEALS

A good way to find the best deals is by price comparing. 

You can do this by doing highlighting the product the name and conducting a google search and see what retailers are also selling the product for.

Depending on what others are offering, then you will be able to tell if you are getting a good deal or not. 

You could use the  tool, which tracks the price history of items sold on Amazon.

You can also use Honey - a price comparison tool that can be accessed on your browser.

Other major retailers including GameStop, Kohl’s, Costco, Amazon, Walmart, Macy's, and Lowe’s have kicked off deals ahead of Black Friday.

WHAT ARE HOME DEPOT’S EARLY BLACK FRIDAY DEALS?

• Plush Red Plaid Sherpa Throw Blanket– Was: $39.97 Now: $19.88 Save: $20.09

• 6.5 ft Pine Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree with LED Lights – Was: $49.98 Now: $39.98 Save: $10
• 100 Amp Battery Tester – Was: $32.99 Now: $19.99 Save: $13.00
• 6 qt. Duo Plus Stainless Steel Electric Pressure Cooker – Was: $129 Now: $59.95 Save: $69.05
• WindTunnel 2 Whole House Cord Rewind Bagless Pet Upright Vacuum Cleaner – Was: $159 Now: $99 Save: $60
• 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill in Stainless Steel with Side Burner – Was: $299 Now: $199 Save: $100
• 18V Brushless SubCompact Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit – Was: $149 Now: $99 Save: $50
• 4.8 cu. ft. Electric Oven Range in Stainless Steel – Was: $749 Now: $549 Save: $200

STORES OPEN ON THANKSGIVING

If you're looking to get your Black Friday shopping started early, there are some retailers that are staying open for Thanksgiving.

These stores are scheduled to be open on Thanksgiving:

• Big Lots
• CVS
• Dollar General
• Five Below
• Rite Aid
• Starbucks
• Walgreens
• Whole Foods Market

WHEN WILL BLACK FRIDAY SALES START?

Black Friday is not just a one-day event anymore, as plenty of retailers slash prices for a longer period to encourage more shoppers to spend during the busy holiday season.

Deals typically start the week before, but shoppers may want to wait until the actual weekend as deals tend to improve nearer the official day.

Most sales are now available online - as opposed to just in stores - meaning prices are lower for longer.

ROKU HAS A MAJOR DEAL FOR BLACK FRIDAY

Shoppers in America can get their hands on a Roku LE streaming player for just $15 in a Black Friday exclusive deal at Walmart this year.

The device usually costs around $30 and the offer is available for a few days.

Americans will also receive $5 worth of credit that can be used for Redbox and a free month of HBO Max, which usually costs $10.

The streaming device can be picked up at Walmart stores from 5am tomorrow and can be shipped to homes across the country.

A free 30-day return window begins on December 26.

The package will also include an HDMI cable to help you set up the streaming device.

BEST BLACK FRIDAY DEALS ON TVs IN THE US

You’ll find TVs from the likes of Samsung, Sony, Toshiba and Hisense all with their prices reduced for some great Black Friday TV deals.

1. RCA 43-inch 4K Ultra HD (2160P) HDR Roku Smart  TV, was $288 now $199 – 
2. Hisense 43-inch H55 Series Full HD Smart Android TV, was $289.99 now $259.99 – 
3. Toshiba 50-inch C350KU C350 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV, was $469.99 now $359.99 – 
4. Samsung 32-inch Class The Frame Series Full HD Smart Tizen TV, was $599.99 now $449.99 – 
5. Sony 50-inch X80J 4K Smart Google TV, was $699.99 now $649.99 – 
6. LG 65-inch NanoCell 75 4K webOS TV, was $949.99 now $799.99 – 
7. Sony 65-inch KDX80J X80J 4K TV Home Theater Bundle, was $1,097.97 now $923 – 
8. LG  75-inch NanoCell 80 Series 4K  Smart webOS TV, was $1,399.99 now $1,149.99 – 

BLACK FRIDAY TV DEALS

Now that we’ve almost reached Black Friday, all the major retailers have rolled out their Black Friday TV sales.

You could shop around on their websites, or take a look at our pick of deals below:

• Amazon US Black Friday TV deals – 
• Walmart Black Friday TV deals – 
• Best Buy Black Friday TV deals – 

WHEN IS LOWE'S OPEN ON BLACK FRIDAY?

Lowe's is one of the retailers that is scheduled to be open on Black Friday.

reports it will be open bright and early at 6am.

But you should check your local store to be sure.

WHEN IS BLACK FRIDAY 2021?

Black Friday 2021 falls on November 26 this year.

It takes place the Friday after Thanksgiving every year,

Last year's deals included bargains on everything from AirPods, Nintendo Switch and 4K TVs.

WHEN DO BLACK FRIDAY DEALS START?

Black Friday deals typically start the week before, but shoppers may want to wait until the actual weekend as deals tend to improve closer to the official day.

Most sales are now available online - as opposed to just in stores - meaning prices are lower for longer.

After the Black Friday weekend, plenty of retailers also reduce prices for Cyber Monday.

IS COSTCO OPEN ON BLACK FRIDAY?

Costco is one of the retailers that will be closed on Thanksgiving.

According to , it will be open at 9am on Black Friday.

However, individual locations may vary, so check with your local retailer to be sure.

WHAT IS BLACK FRIDAY?

Black Friday is considered the start of the holiday and Christmas shopping season.

Many Americans have Thanksgiving Day and the next day off, so usually, people celebrating this holiday will have four days free to shop.

The day was given its name as it's often the day that shops "move into the black", meaning they have enough money to cover their costs.

The term Black Friday is said to have been coined in the US in the 1960s.

LEGO BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

LEGO is well-known to offer big discounts for Black Friday.

Black Friday deals are due to launch on Friday, November 26 until Monday, November 29 on the LEGO website.

Lego Black Friday deals aren't live yet, but you can sign up for updates by becoming a VIP here.

ARE BANKS OPEN ON BLACK FRIDAY?

Normally, banks operate at their normal hours between 9am until at least 5pm or 6pm.

The Federal holidays that banks are closed on are Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Independence Day.

Some businesses and institutions are choosing to remain closed on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and even until the weekend.

Although banks will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, most should open back up on Black Friday.

Make sure to inquire with your local financial institution when it comes to Black Friday opening and closing times.

HOW TO FIND THE BEST BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

A good way to find the best deals is by price comparing. 

By highlighting the product name and conducting a Google search, you can see what retailers are also selling the product for.

Depending on what others are offering, you'll be able to tell if you are getting a good deal or not. 

You could use the  tool, which tracks the price history of items sold on Amazon.

You can also use Honey - a price comparison tool that can be accessed on your browser.

Plus, check out seven tips on how to shop on Black Friday this year.

HOME DEPOT BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

There are already early Black Friday sales at Home Depot.

The home improvement retailer has sales in multiple categories including tools, furniture, kitchen appliances, and holiday decor.

Some of the store's deals include:

• 6.5 ft Pine Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree with LED Lights – Was: $49.98 Now: $39.98 Save: $10
• 100 Amp Battery Tester – Was: $32.99 Now: $19.99 Save: $13.00
• 6 qt. Duo Plus Stainless Steel Electric Pressure Cooker – Was: $129 Now: $59.95 Save: $69.05
• WindTunnel 2 Whole House Cord Rewind Bagless Pet Upright Vacuum Cleaner – Was: $159 Now: $99 Save: $60
• 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill in Stainless Steel with Side Burner – Was: $299 Now: $199 Save: $100
• 18V Brushless SubCompact Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit – Was: $149 Now: $99 Save: $50
• 4.8 cu. ft. Electric Oven Range in Stainless Steel – Was: $749 Now: $549 Save: $200
• Plush Red Plaid Sherpa Throw Blanket– Was: $39.97 Now: $19.88 Save: $20.09

ARE APPLE STORES OPEN ON BLACK FRIDAY?

Although the Apple Store will be closed on Thanksgiving, they should be open for shoppers to grab deals on Black Friday.

reports the Apple Store should be open at 8am, but individual store hours may vary.