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TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – Rising costs have weighed on Americans for the majority of 2022, but despite inflation, Americans are expected to spend more this holiday season than last year.

The National Retail Federation (NRF) predicts holiday sales will increase between 6% and 8% this November and December over 2021.

“We’re actually seeing that holiday sales are up about 6-8% but if you factor in the cost of inflation, that actually means that sales are down a little bit this year,” UT Tyler Professor of Marketing Dr. Kerri Camp said.

According to the NRF, over 166 million people are planning to shop starting Thanksgiving Day through Cyber ​​Monday. That’s 8 million more than last year. Camp said people are shopping earlier after facing supply chain disruptions.

“About 8 million more consumers will be shopping from Black Friday to Cyber ​​Monday because they are trying to spread out the cost of

Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year.

Endless discounts have eager consumers ready to splurge for the holidays — but with an uptick in sales also comes an increase in theft.

“The holiday season makes it easier for criminals because they know more people are going to be out,” Monroe County’s Sheriff Deputy Brendan Hurley said. “There’s larger crowds, there’s more opportunity.”

The National Retail Federation reported last year that more than 174 million Americans shopped from Thanksgiving through Cyber ​​Monday. As retailers prepare for large crowds, security and law enforcement ramp up their presence as well.

“We’ll be doing interior and exterior patrols around the mall,” Ontario County Sheriff’s Deputy Conor Boyer said. “Bikes are out to be able to assist with things in the parking lot as the parking lot gets very crowded. We’re here year round and security is always here as well.

MORRISTOWN, Tenn. (WVLT) -The Morristown Police Department warned holiday shoppers of ways to be safe while shopping this holiday season.

Aside from making sure you lock your car doors, here are other ways to keep your belongings and family safe:

– Shop while it is daylight.

– If shopping at night, park in a well-lit area. Park as close to the building as possible. Avoid parking next to vans, cars with dark-tinted windows, or trucks with camper tops.

– Do not leave the vehicle unoccupied while the motor is running and do not leave children unattended in a vehicle.

– Leave packages and valuables in your trunk locked or hidden out of plain sight.

– Before returning to your vehicle, locate your keys.

– Avoid carrying a purse or wallet. If carrying a purse, always keep a secure hold on your purse. Never leave purse unattended.

– If there is

As Holiday shopping season kicks into full gear, the Sunnyside Police Department shared several tips to “help prioritize the protection of your property and yourself.”

SPD suggests parking in well-lit areas, plus having your keys ready before you get back to your car. Beware of any approaching strangers.

It also says to never leave your personal items unattended, especially including leaving valuables or new purchases in your car. If you have to leave items in the car, cover them so that your properties are not in plain view.

It’s also important to protect your pins. Make sure you cover your pin wherever you enter it and never write it down on your card or share it with anyone.

But safety threats aren’t exclusive to shopping in-stores; you must also be safe while shopping online. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) outlines the steps you can take to prevent

Black Friday, traditionally the single busiest shopping day of the year, arrives a little earlier this year, with many stores already advertising Black Friday prices.

Instead of setting the alarm to brave crowds for deeply discounted items, dedicated shoppers are expected to look for deals online, similar to last year — that is, if they haven’t already finished their holiday shopping. Changes, such as shipping delays, hiring challenges and microchip shortages, are impacting how people will shop. Retail experts are predicting higher than-normal store crowds and increased spending percentages on gifts, decorations, and other holiday-related items.

Suppose you do decide to shop in person on Black Friday. In that case, the Better Business Bureau offers these tips to make your shopping experience productive (and maybe even enjoyable):

Make the most of Black Friday deals. Start with a list of items and use sale flyers and promotions to determine which