When is the best time of year to buy furniture?
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Whether you’re furnishing a cozy studio or decking out your dream home, strategically timing your furniture purchase can lead to massive savings! From holiday blowouts to clearance sales, use this handy guide to transform your space for less just by playing the calendar right.
1. End-of-season sales
Typically, furniture stores have end-of-season sales to make room for new inventory. It can be a great time to score furniture discounts, as stores often offer clearance prices to move old stock. Keep an eye out for these sales toward the end of summer and winter. Outdoor patio furniture, for example, often goes on sale for deep discounts as warm weather starts to wind down into fall and people aren’t scrambling anymore for that poolside lounger. Check online and in-store for the best deals.
2. Holiday weekends
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Holiday weekends such as July 4, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Presidents' Day often bring big sales on furniture. Retailers may offer discounts and promotions to attract shoppers during these busy shopping periods. Keep an eye out for flyers or newsletters advertising special deals in the weeks leading up to - and sometimes extended shortly after - these weekends.
3. Black Friday
Black Friday is known for its massive sales and discounts across various retail industries, including furniture. Many stores offer significant discounts and promotions during this time, making it a great opportunity to buy furniture at a discounted price.
Tip: Plan ahead and have specific items in mind to avoid getting overwhelmed by the deals.
4. The new year
The start of a new year is also a great time to shop for furniture, as many retailers offer discounts to kick off (or close out) the year. New furniture collections are usually released leading up to the new year, so you may find discounts on last year's models.
Tip: Shop at smaller, local furniture stores for unique pieces and potentially deeper discounts.
5. Back-to-school sales
Late summer and early fall are popular times for back-to-school sales, which can also include furniture. Many retailers will offer discounts on items such as desks, chairs, and storage solutions for students heading to college.
Tip: Take advantage of these sales even if you're not a student, as they can still offer great deals on furniture.
6. Online shopping
It used to be that shopping online was mainly for technology and smaller items. Furniture, being larger and more expensive to ship and return, was primarily brick and mortar. But shopping for furniture online is now more popular than ever, and you can find discounts on furniture year-round. Many online retailers offer special deals and promotions during major shopping events such as Prime Day or Cyber Monday.
Pro Tip: Carefully review shipping and return policies. While it’s easy to buy furniture online these days, many retailers charge restocking and shipping fees for returns.
7. Shop at specific times of the month
Aside from specific times of the year, there are also certain times of the month when you may find better deals on furniture. The end of the month, quarter, or year may be a good time to shop as stores may offer more discounts to meet sales targets.
Tip: Ask store associates about upcoming promotions and when they typically have sales.
The key to fruitful furniture shopping is all about timing; hitting sales during peak discount periods can slash prices dramatically. By leveraging end-of-season clearances, holiday blowouts, or even just savvy end-of-month shopping, you can transform your living space for dramatically less.
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