After Holiday Sales

The day after a holiday run, don't walk, to your favorite store and buy items for next year at half price or less. The earlier you get there the better the selection will be. I would even be there when the store opens. Prepare for next year's holiday by shopping this year. Don't pay full price for an item that will only be marked down in a week or two. Planning ahead can save you a lot of money. Buy your items after a holiday, come home and put them away and you'll have brand new stuff for next year. This way you won't have to fight the crowds. You can relax knowing that your shopping is already done.