Each month of the year is the ideal time to buy certain types of merchandise. This time of year is ripe for the picking in many areas as retailers begin their big holiday push with deep discounts on Christmas gifts. Between Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday as well as all the other days in between, there’s no shortage of opportunities to buy and save.

Cookware and small appliances– The pandemic has many of us cooking more so you may find that it’s high time to replace your cookware with something better. If you’re thinking about a better mixer, pots and pans or baking sheets to help you channel your inner Emeril, this is the time to invest.

Genealogy services – The holidays are typically a season of family togetherness. Maybe that’s why genealogy services like Ancestry and 23andme offer subscription discounts. Look for these services to be on sale this month and next.

Clothes, shoes and accessories – Last season’s clothes, shoes and accessories are now deeply discounted but it’s also a good time to find winter items on sale. Boots, coats, sweaters and other cold weather items have been in the stores for a month or more and retailers are anxious to start moving them out the door.

Electronics – Everyone is looking for a deal on televisions, computers, tablets, and smart home accessories and November doesn’t disappoint. It’s the perfect time to pick up a deal on any of these things and more!

Groceries – The holiday season usually inspires a lot of baking. Cookies for Santa and pies for Thanksgiving are just the tip of the carb filled iceberg so there usually are plenty of sales on baking supplies and mixes. It’s a great time to stock up on pantry items like flour, sugar, chocolate chips and baking mixes for a deal. Turkey, stuffing mixes, frozen breads, punch supplies and many canned goods are available for a great deal in anticipation of Thanksgiving feasting.

Toys and Games – The holidays are for the kids after all! It’s a logical time to find Christmas gifts but also smart to stock up on gifts for birthdays and holidays in the coming year. Don’t forget to save some cash for after Christmas sales too!

Local gift items – We think it’s always a good idea to shop local but many artisans and craftspeople have been working for months in anticipation of Christmas sales. Have a look around and see what unique gift items (and maybe some things for yourself!) can be found in your community!