It seems like Summer has just begun and now it’s winding down! Soon school buses will driving down the streets. Start buying school supplies now! You’ll save money and time rather than if you wait until the first few days back. If you are lucky enough to have a school list, shop now, online or in the stores such as Staples, Target, and your local supermarkets. They have the best bargains. They take coupons too! If you don’t have a list yet, buy basic school needs, you can’t go wrong. Don’t forget, backpacks and lunchboxes are on sale too. Buy now because the selections will never be better.

Some states host tax FREE holidays every summer, with most taking place over a weekend. These events offer prime opportunities to buy items like clothing and school supplies without having to pay sales tax.

It’s a good time to get a new Laptop. Refurbished models start around $70.00 and used models go for as little as $59.00 This is a budget-friendly way to go if you aren’t needing brand-new tech. But even if you do want a shiny new machine, check a variety of stores for the best August deals, including eBay, Lenovo, Staples, and of course, Best Buy.

It’s a great time to stock up on firewood! You can get it cheapest now while it is NOT peak season. Ask for green wood that’s too early to burn now, then store it in a dry area so it will be ready for Winter burning.

August is also the time to check you nightwear inventory. Pajamas and other sleepwear will be on sale. Of course, you’ll get bargains galore on Summer clothing, up to 75% off this month! Shop for the rest of this season or save until next year! Handbags, and Accessories will be available too. There is still plenty of time use these or else save for next year.

Storage items are aplenty in stores and online. It doesn’t matter if you are furnishing a dorm room, a new apartment, or just organizing your own abode. Also, towels, sheets, and other bedding have special prices. These are always necessary whether you are going back to college or not! Now is the time to buy while the selections are almost boundless and most are on sale!

Air conditioners and lawn mower prices will be dropping just like the temperature! If you think this will be the last Summer for yours, or you want to get a new one, shop now for a good price. There are plenty of sunny days ahead to make use of them. Pool supplies and outdoor furniture prices will be coming down this month too.

If you like camping and the outdoors, plan now for your Labor Day weekend. Because camping supplies can take up valuable real estate in stores so you’ll get the best prices on tents and outdoor gear as the stores clear this stock up for the coming Winter activities.

Is a new car in your future? This could be the month you’ll make your dream a reality. Car dealers want to weed out their inventory so they’ll  have plenty of room for the 2024 models. Statistics show the first two days in the month of August will save you cash better than other days. Also, these two days count towards July’s quota for salesmen so they will be eager to help you.

If you can convince your kids to buy last year’s model sneakers you’ll save a bundle as stores try to rid the leftovers!

Need some bling? There are no holidays in August (WOW!) so jewelry retailers will try to lure you in with their sales. Remember, it’s never to early to shop for the holidays!!

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is August 4th. Celebrate with delicious deals!

In the grocery store combine your coupons with back-to-school foods because these will all be on sale: American cheese, lunch meat, yogurt, chips, soda, snack cakes, cookies, bottled water, iced tea, and drink boxes, pudding cups, bread, cereal, and frozen waffles. In the produce section look for sales on apples, avocados, green beans, berries, corn, cucumber, eggplant, figs, grapes, melons, onions, peaches, pears, peppers, plums, raspberries, Summer squash, and tomatoes. Don’t forget the germ-fighters for school or home like Purell, Lysol, and Clorox. Summer supplies like sunscreen and bug spray, even charcoal, should be discounted too. Stock up on those you can!

The last days of Summer are upon us. Stay healthy and safe, and of course, save!