Labor Day Weekend Sales 2018 Can Offer Sweet Savings

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When it comes to saving money, holiday weekends are some of the best days for shopping on a budget. With Labor Day Weekend right around the corner, there’s no better time to prep for those Labor Day sales than right now. From free shipping and promo codes on your fave sites to deep discounts on sale items at big-name stores, we’ve rounded up some of the best Labor Day sales happening this year to help you save more money.

What To Buy

Appliances

Whether you’re in need of a new refrigerator, microwave or top-notch blender for your breakfast smoothies, Labor Day Weekend is a great time to score deals on both big and small appliances.

Pro Tip: For even better savings, shop online and look for free shipping on items by brands that are known for holding their value longer. This could save you more money in the long run because you won’t need to replace your appliance as soon. Target’s offering $30 off, plus free two-day shipping, on a KitchenAid Professional Mixer with code MIXER30 now through Sept. 1, 2018.

Cars

If you’re in need of a new ride, Labor Day is a great time to head to the dealership for deep discounts. From 0-percent interest financing and bonus cash discounts to low monthly lease options, you could save big bucks on a new whip this Labor Day Weekend. According to U.S. News and World Report, you could score great deals on the 2018 Kia Sorento, 2018 Mazda CX-5 and 2018 Suburu Forester this year.

Clothing

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Back when we were just kids, Labor Day was the weekend to go shopping for that first-day-of-school outfit. The same goes for us now, though we’re probably looking for a cute new pencil skirt rather than a shiny new pencil case. This year, head to Macys, JCPenny and Old Navy for sweet savings, especially on anything going out of season (think: shorts, tanks, sandals).

Can’t wait to save? You can text OLDNAVY to 653-689 right now and get a $5-off coupon/promo code on purchases of $35 or more now, valid through Sept. 14, 2018.

Furniture

Last year, People.com reported that some of our fave home brands like Birch Lane, West Elm, Dormify and Target offered deep discounts on furniture and home essentials during Labor Day Weekend. This year, we’re hoping to see the same. For now, we’re finding 20 percent off chairs and sofas at Crate & Barrel, valid through Sept. 5, 2018.

Grills

According to Deal News, early to mid-summer is the best time to buy a grill, though Labor Day can offer great savings, too. Last year, Home Depot offered up to 40 percent off grills during Labor Day Weekend, so we expect sales to be similar in 2018. Whether you’re looking for a “Master Chef”-worthy outdoor cooking station for your deck, or a mini-grill good enough for burgers on your balcony, Labor Day is a great time to buy.

Mattresses

A mattress can last up to 10 years if it’s a good one, so why not splurge a little this Labor Day so you can sleep like a queen every night for the next decade? Beautyrest is offering a free box spring, or up to $600 off mattresses, with select purchases now through Sept. 10, 2018. JCPenny is offering 25 percent off purchases of $100 or more, including mattresses, with code 7BIGSALE now through Sept. 4, 2018. Bonus: If you pay with your JCPenny credit card, you might be able to save even more.

Where To Shop

Amazon

Amazon’s Back to School shop, plus its many deals on electronics in honor of Labor Day, make the retail giant a great spot to shop this Labor Day Weekend.

The Home Depot and Lowes

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With sales on appliances, furniture, grills and more happening this year, The Home Depot and Lowes are great places for Labor Day savings. Plus, you could save some cash on anything you need to finally accomplish those home improvements over the long weekend, like painting your bedroom or redecorating.

Sears

It might not be your go-to store, but Sears has been my little secret for years. From appliances and tools to clothing and mattresses, Sears featured 60-percent-off sales during Labor Day Weekend last year, so keep an eye out for the latest offerings this year.

Target

It’s so easy to over-spend in Target any time you step foot in the store. But with big savings on a variety of items this Labor Day Weekend, it’ll be easy to save at Target on appliances, furniture, clothing and more.

When it comes to saving money during Labor Day Weekend and beyond, it’s important to keep a few simple tips in mind:

1. Install browser extensions that can automatically apply coupons and promo codes at checkout to help you get the best deal possible.

2. Consider buying certain items in bulk, such as your toiletries, to pay less per item.

3. Download financial apps that can track your purchases so you don’t over-spend, and ultimately save more.

Regardless of the holiday, pay close attention to deep discounts and deals on big-ticket items to really get the best bang for your buck. There’s no reason to pay full price when you can get it on sale. Planning to buy anything else on sale this Labor Day Weekend? Tell us about the dazzling deals on our Facebook page!

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