Did you know that if you plan your purchases according to what time of the year it is, you could likely get them for a better price? There are some common times throughout the year to find deals on any number of things, whether it’s seasonal or related to an event occurring during that month. Check out the list below to find some of the best times to save!
January
- Bed linens – starting with the first “White Sale” when they were sold at a discount to increase sales during a slow time, it’s common to find deals during this month
- Carpeting or flooring – larger home improvements tend to happen after the hustle and bustle of the holiday season
- Exercise equipment – for everyone jump-starting their New Year’s Resolutions
February
- Houses – in most cases, real estate doesn’t start popping up until the spring (who wants to move in the snow?) so chances are the listers may be eager to sell their property
March
- Winter apparel – most stores are coming out with their spring lines, so you’ll often find discounts on last season’s stuff (and vice versa for purchasing spring and summer clothing during the colder months)
- Luggage – prices can be cheaper between travel seasons
April
- Cameras – newer models have typically been introduced by this point, so you can snag one for cheap before vacations start
- Snowblowers – the snow has generally turned to rain at this point, so the price on these will drop since the season is ending
May
- Small appliances – discounts are abound before wedding season starts
- Vacuum cleaners – new models are released every summer, so snatch up a deal on an older one and start your spring cleaning
June
- Gym memberships – enrollment is higher earlier in the year due to New Year’s Resolutioners, but dips in the summer when many people start heading outdoors
July
- Furniture – new styles tend to hit the floor in the fall, so stores will often cut prices to get rid of older models
- Dinnerware and home decor – it’s easy to find tons of discounts on housewares during wedding season
August
- School supplies – most kids start heading back to classes at the end of the month, so many stores run specials on basic back-to-school necessities
- Computers – stores are getting ready for new fall releases, and many places offer back-to-school discounts
September
- Bicycles – the riding season has ended, so look for deals on last year’s models
- Lawnmowers – winter items will be stocked soon, so stores may slash prices on summer items to make room
- Holiday airfare – plane tickets can be hit or miss, but you can sometimes get the cheapest rates if you book a few months out from your travel time
October
- Grills, patio furniture, and air conditioners – they’re cheapest during the off-season, right after summer has ended
November
- Candy – look for half-off markdowns after Halloween
- Toys and games – keep a lookout for early holiday deals
December
- Electronics – many stores run deals on these around the holidays since they’re commonly given as gifts
- Cars – most dealers are making room for the new model year and meeting year-end quotas
- Wedding necessities – most weddings happen in the spring and summer, so you can find some great deals if you opt for a winter wedding
*This is just a general guide based off of numerous internet searches. Do a few of your own and see if you can come up with even more items to save on!
