We all know that sinking feeling. It happens when we’ve just made a big purchase and then find the item on sale a short time later. But sales aren’t random. There’s a rhyme and reason to discounting that can net you big local savings all year long if you know how the system works. According to research by the National Retail Federation, here are the key categories of merchandise that stores are most likely to put on sale in the next couple months:
August
- Back-to-school items, including kid’s clothing and school supplies
- Curtains, drapes and carpeting
- Coats
- Tires
- Cosmetics
September
- Current-year model vehicles (making room for next year’s models)
- Gardening equipment
- Paint and hardware
- Bikes
- Lamps and outdoor lighting
