joboo
13th July 2012, 04:20 PM
The year seems a bit ambiguous, a few good tips in there.
------------
"A bit of planning can save you a ton of money when it comes to buying... well, just about anything. Here's your comprehensive guide on the best times to buy everything in 2012.
Each year, we compile a list of the best times to buy stuff (http://lifehacker.com/5736625/the-best-times-to-buy-anything-in-2011) based on when stores are trying to push out old stock, when they're dropping prices for upcoming holidays, or even when they start having sales for no good reason.
This year, with more research and help from our readers, our list is bigger and more comprehensive than ever. Check out the chart below for an easy view of the year, or read on for more details."
http://lifehacker.com/5872627/the-best-time-to-buy-anything-in-2012
Carpeting & Flooring: According to Carpet SuperSite (http://www.carpetsupersite.com/best_time_to_buy.htm), most people buy carpets at the end of the year in preparation for the holidays. Once January rolls around, prices will go down.
Digital Cameras: After the big trade shows like CES come around in mid-January, you'll see that older model cameras drop in price to prepare for the newly-announced ones.
Furniture: Most furniture companies release new products twice a year: in February and August. That means they'll be giving some sweet deals in January to make room for the new products next month.
Gift Cards: You wouldn't think there would be a best time to buy gift cards, but you'd be wrong. Just after the holidays, you're bound to find better deals on gift card exchange sites (http://lifehacker.com/5867167/everything-you-need-to-know-about-giving-and-receiving-gift-cards) like Plastic Jungle (https://www.plasticjungle.com/), where everyone's trading in their unwanted cards for cash.
HDTVs & Home Theater Gear: These stay on sale pretty much right up until the super bowl, so even if you aren't a football fan, you can take advantage of the sales brought on by extra competition.
Linens and Bedding: Ever since John Wannamaker (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wanamaker%27s) started the first "white sale" in 1878, January has been the best month to get bedding and other linens. Of course, just as with clothing, keep an eye out all year round, since retailers will put last season's stuff on sale when new products come out."
more at link...
------------
"A bit of planning can save you a ton of money when it comes to buying... well, just about anything. Here's your comprehensive guide on the best times to buy everything in 2012.
Each year, we compile a list of the best times to buy stuff (http://lifehacker.com/5736625/the-best-times-to-buy-anything-in-2011) based on when stores are trying to push out old stock, when they're dropping prices for upcoming holidays, or even when they start having sales for no good reason.
This year, with more research and help from our readers, our list is bigger and more comprehensive than ever. Check out the chart below for an easy view of the year, or read on for more details."
http://lifehacker.com/5872627/the-best-time-to-buy-anything-in-2012
Carpeting & Flooring: According to Carpet SuperSite (http://www.carpetsupersite.com/best_time_to_buy.htm), most people buy carpets at the end of the year in preparation for the holidays. Once January rolls around, prices will go down.
Digital Cameras: After the big trade shows like CES come around in mid-January, you'll see that older model cameras drop in price to prepare for the newly-announced ones.
Furniture: Most furniture companies release new products twice a year: in February and August. That means they'll be giving some sweet deals in January to make room for the new products next month.
Gift Cards: You wouldn't think there would be a best time to buy gift cards, but you'd be wrong. Just after the holidays, you're bound to find better deals on gift card exchange sites (http://lifehacker.com/5867167/everything-you-need-to-know-about-giving-and-receiving-gift-cards) like Plastic Jungle (https://www.plasticjungle.com/), where everyone's trading in their unwanted cards for cash.
HDTVs & Home Theater Gear: These stay on sale pretty much right up until the super bowl, so even if you aren't a football fan, you can take advantage of the sales brought on by extra competition.
Linens and Bedding: Ever since John Wannamaker (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wanamaker%27s) started the first "white sale" in 1878, January has been the best month to get bedding and other linens. Of course, just as with clothing, keep an eye out all year round, since retailers will put last season's stuff on sale when new products come out."
more at link...