March Brings Deals on Appliances, Home Gear, and More

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According to Consumer Reports, March may not be a big sale month, but the change of seasons brings opportunities to find deals on appliances, home gear, and other items as retailers clear out winter merchandise and introduce spring promotions. Shoppers can find discounts on vacuums, air purifiers, and home improvement supplies, as well as potential TV deals around March Madness.

Why it matters

Knowing when to buy certain products can help consumers stretch their dollars further, especially as inflation and economic uncertainty continue. The seasonal shift provides a chance to score savings on must-have household items.

The details

Consumer Reports' price trackers show that late February into early March is when stores start discounting winter gear to make room for spring merchandise. At the same time, early spring deals aimed at shoppers planning ahead also start to emerge. Good categories to watch include appliances and home gear. For vacuums, Consumer Reports recommends considering a canister model for bare floors or homes with stairs, or an upright for heavy carpeting. With air purifiers, shoppers should factor in the long-term cost of replacement filters, look for HEPA filters and acceptable noise levels, and compare CADR ratings. Home improvement supplies and tools may also see discounts ahead of the busy season. And March Madness often brings TV promotions and bundle deals.

• Late February into early March is when stores start discounting winter gear.
• March is when early spring deals aimed at shoppers planning ahead also start to emerge.

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