Making the Most of After-Holiday Sales

Community Manager — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:02:00 GMT

If Santa doesn't deliver every wish-list item this holiday season, take matters into your own hands during the January sales. January is one of the best times of year to shop as prices on everything from holiday decorations to winter coats and accessories hit rock bottom.

Take your savings all the way to the bank with our smart shopping strategies for making the most of the January sales.

Clothes: Even as the mercury is still plunging in many parts of the country, cold weather goods hit the bargain rack as stores begin to stock the shelves with spring items. Load up on needed cold weather items at low prices for this year and next. Invest now in new winter coats or snow and ski gear or buy one-size up for the following year for growing children.

Furniture: Did you know retailers typically only restock furniture twice a year and that one of those times is February? Great deals on big ticket items such as sofas, bookcases and dining sets make January a smart time to scoop up existing sales-priced inventory before the newer stuff arrives.

Electronics: Need a new TV or sound system for the big Super Bowl Game? You're not alone which is why electronic retailers offer competitive prices and financing during January to lure sports fan in advance of the big game.

Holiday Goods: Décor, wrapping paper, cards and serving items fall to fire sale prices right after the holidays. Anticipate your 2012 holiday needs now in order to reap big savings. By thinking ahead you can stock up for a fraction of the prices the same items will cost next December.

Do you plan on hitting the January sales? How do you best take advantage of deep January discounts? Share your thoughts here and at the Pendaflex Facebook page.

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Making the Most of After-Holiday Sales