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September Sales Cycle--> 2024

 

There are cycles in the weather, economy, politics, and general fabrics of life, but I am focused on the sale cycles that are predictable and consistent.  However, caution is best served here because overspending can easily occur in the name of saving money. 


Since knowledge is power, here are a few tricks and skills to help you make an informed decision on your cycles.  This month we will focus on the September Sales Cycles and give a monthly tip/trick to maximize your budget. 


September has Labor Day and the start of School. 


Here are some of the things I look for in September: 


  • Cereal

  • Syrup

  • Instant Oatmeal

  • Bacon and Sausage

  • Coffee

  • Lunch  box items

    • Peanut Butter and Jelly

    • Capri Suns

    • Fruit cups

    • Chips 

    • Applesauce

    • Granola bars

    • Lunchmeat 

  • Trees, Shrubs, Bulbs (Fall Plantings) 

  • Clearance Camping Supplies

  • Clearance Summer Clothes

  • Clearance Canning Supplies

  • Clearance Back to School Supplies


Items on the watch list: 

  • Fall Cooking Items (Pumpkin, Baking Goods)

  • Halloween Preparation (Candy, Decorations, etc.) 


In addition to shopping the sales, it is also good to know what fruits and vegetables are in season because they taste the best and are sold at their lowest price of the year.  


Seasonal Fruit 

  • Apples

  • Grapes

  • Pears

  • Blackberries

  • Cantaloupe

  • Lemons

  • Plums 


Seasonal Vegetables

  • Cucumbers

  • Beans

  • Artichokes

  • Eggplants

  • Peppers (Bell, Chili) 

  • Squash

  • Tomatoes 

  • Broccoli

  • Green Beans

  • Mushrooms

  • Onions


Year-Round Tips and Tricks

Tip- I purchase fruit that is in season.   In addition, I try to get the lowest price per serving for my fruit.    Since we are a family of 3, it is a little easier because more people eat the fruit and it won't go bad. 


For Example:  For example, I picked up a watermelon the other week for $3.99.   That watermelon will yield between 32 and 36 cups.   This calculates out to be about $0.13 per serving.   


What do you shop for in September?


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