Your guide to Black Friday: Get a jump start on holiday shopping

Black Friday is almost here, and we have you covered with everything you need to know for the big day, including what's new for 2012.

AJC Bargain Hunter Nedra Rhone has plenty of tips on how to make the most of early holiday shopping. And don't forget to visit the AJC Holiday Guide for more ideas on how to maximize your holiday fun.

Black Friday guide:

Shop smart:
Deals, store hours from top retailers
What's new for 2012?
Black Friday: What not to buy
Make the most of early holiday shopping
Black Friday: Shop Smart for the Best Deals
Fee-free layaway plans
Black Friday predictions...and myths

Traffic:
Black Friday traffic unlike rest of the year

Childcare:
Black Friday childcare

Mall hours:
Holiday hours at Atlanta-area malls

Opening on Thursday?
Von Maur says no to opening on Thursday
Target opens early, releases deals for Black Friday
Black Friday comes early at Walmart and Sears

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