#ad It’s the last month of the year! Where did the time go? Let’s hope 2022 starts fresh, healthy, safe, and with MUCH better coupons than we have been getting!

Plan some shopping strategies before life gets hectic. If shopping online is your preference, remember FREE shipping day is Tuesday, December 14.  Check online sites for sales on cookware, baking utensils, and pots and pans. This is a busy time for all cooks and bakers so the selection is better than it is all year long. You may get those electrical appliances for less money!

Those unusual small tools that make great stocking-stuffers will be abundant at Home Centers. Many of these are one of kind varieties only available now. Also, look for savings on traditional tool kits.

December is typically slow for car dealers so buying a new or used car can be a wonderful gift for yourself or another! Dealers are inclined to give you a deal so they can make their end-of-year quota.

If gift cards are on your list, check store sales circulars for any deals such as money off a next shopping trip, a discount on your card purchase, or for bank cards, waived handling fee. These add up to savings you can use on other gifts. Plus e-gift cards have deals on certain stores so don’t forget to look for some. Don’t for get supermarkets as a source for gift card savings.

Keep all your receipts because if your purchase gets reduced or another store has it cheaper you can return for a price adjustment. You must follow the store’s rules as far as time element and proof of lower price

December is typically a slow month in real estate. Everyone has too much else on their minds. Sellers get anxious so you may get a great deal. Plus, right now, mortgage rates are very low!

Help your favorite restaurant! Many suffered due to restrictions. Check your  favorite to see if they offer incentives if you buy gift certificates. Or else, give a gift from them that will help them end the year in the black so they will still be in business in the new year! Please help small businesses.

In the supermarket, in addition to egg nog ingredients combine your coupons with sales on butter, cheese, ham, baking supplies, pie crusts, instant mashed potatoes, gravy mixes, Jello, marshmallows, frozen pies, dairy dinner rolls, cake mixes and frostings, spices, nuts, dried fruit, soup, and oatmeal. In the produce aisle save on pears, bok choy, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, carrots, cauliflower, celery, grapefruit, avocados, kale, kiwi, lemons, oranges, sweet potatoes, cabbage, squash, spinach, and turnips. Don’t forget to look for digital coupon from specific products, supermarket websites, and Coupons.com. This is the time of the year every savings counts!

Lastly, after Christmas, shop the after holiday sales! You’ll find bargain prices on décor, party goods, lights, greeting cards, wrapping paper and tags, tree trimmings, and MORE! You’ll be ready for next year!! Remember solid color paper goods can be used all year long!

Merry Christmas to ALL!!