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One of the biggest ways my family saves money is by buying things when they are on sale instead of when we need them. I know many of us stock up on food when we find an amazing price. If we can get a bottle of ketchup for $ .25, we will buy several to take advantage of the super price, so we won’t have to pay full price later. I do the same things with so many other items besides food and toiletries (I am sure I am not alone!)
Here are a few examples of items I purchase BEFORE I need them,and it will saves me money in the long run.
Clothing:
Clothing is such an easy item to buy ahead of time, because there are always clearance deals. You can find clothes at Target marked down to 75% off on several occasions throughout the year. Plus, add the clothing coupons that Target releases and it makes for an ever better deal. You can learn more about how I save money by purchasing my clothing off season.
Gifts:
Shopping for gifts year round is beneficial, because it saves you money and time. It is so easy to get lots of your birthday and Christmas shopping done during Target’s 75% off toy clearance. I keep all of my purchases in a gift closet, so I always have an inexpensive gift on hand.
Kitchen Items:
I will use pots and pans as an example, because they aren’t something that is going to last forever. So, if I see an amazing 75% off deal on an individual pan or a set of pots and pans I may just buy it (money and space permitting). If it’s not something I need right now, I will save it for when my current pots and pans wear out.
These are just a few examples to give you an idea. I do not recommend going into debt to purchase these items, they should be purchased with money you have on hand. Let me know what type of items you buy before you need them.
Barbie says
I definitely have those bins full of clothing just like you! I almost never buy clothing full priced. I also ALWAYS hit up the seasonal sections after holidays to get holiday decor for Halloween and Christmas, gifts for Easter baskets the following year, and costumes (my daughter knows what she is going to be for an entire year, which may not work for all kids, but fits her type A personality perfectly).
Janelle says
Clothing is an absolute must in buying ahead of time. One of my favorite places to buy is Gymboree. Seems odd, huh? They are a higher quality store with excellent resale, but I can buy them for CHEAP (watch out Target buyers, I may have a new store for you!). I always shop the clearance items and they always have an extra sale or 20% off coupon so I find shirts for $2-$5 (regular $20), pants for $4-6 (regular $30), socks for less than 50 cents, shoes for $5 (regular $37). Better yet is when I earn Gymbucks to spend on clothing later!! Then when I go to resell these items on ebay or at a garage sale, I get my money back and sometimes make money and my kids got to wear new clothing. Now I must say, not all Gymboree stores are the same, but mine is always full of deals and I love the clothing!!!
Tami says
I love your gift closet! I also purchase gifts/toys on clearance but don’t have such nice and neat place to keep them. Mine end up in a plastic tote in the garage. Wish I had the space to have a closet like yours 🙂
Lily Todd says
I always swing by the gift wrap/stationary section at Target to check out the clearance end-cap(or tags in the aisles). I just got wrapping paper and gift bags for .38 each. Ready for gift giving!