Here we are almost through the month of October already! The time just seems to slip by! I love the month of October, the cooler nights and the bright sunny days. It is also a good time of year to find some great bargains.

October is a big candy month. Stock up on candy for all your holidays this month.

Do you like to garden? October can also be a good time of year to check your garden centers for deals on perennials. Plant soon so the plants have a chance to get established before the cold winter weather sets in. It’s also a great time of year to find mulch and soil amendments on sale.

Need some new blue jeans? October is also a good time to find deals on blue jeans. Retailers stock up for the back to school season and they may want to move those items they didn’t sell.

Look for local bargains as well. Ibex, a high-end local clothes manufacturer holds a tent sale every Columbus Day Weekend. It’s a great time to find fabulous deals on clothes you might not be able to afford during the year.

Remember no matter how good the deal is ask yourself “do I really need this?” Buy only what you need. Remember there is a difference between a need and a want!
