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What to Buy and What to Skip in March

Ready to hit the shops and pick up a bargain buy? Here’s what to buy and what to skip in March.

Buy: Luggage

You can score a great deal on new luggage in March. Splurge for a full set at bargain prices, or pick up a new carry-on or suitcase so you can travel in style without breaking the budget.

Skip: Large Appliances

Appliances are generally full-priced in the month of March. Hold off a bit, as they’ll be discounted in just two months, during Memorial Day sale events.

Buy: Frozen Food

Did you know that March is Frozen Food Month? You can find discounts on all things frozen in your local grocery store this month. Stock your freezer with your favorite ice creams, frozen veggies, prepared meals and more at bargain prices.

Skip: Mattresses

Daylight saving may disrupt your sleep cycle this month, but that doesn’t make March a good time to upgrade your mattress.You’re better off waiting until their prices drop during sale events in the months of February, May, September and/or November.

Buy: Winter Apparel

By March, winter wear will be deeply discounted as retailers make room for spring and summer merchandise. Pickings may be slim, but you can find incredible prices on warmer-weather clothing this month.

Skip: Home Audio

To score the best prices on speakers, headphones and other home audio products, you’re best off waiting until Amazon Prime Day in June or July, or until Black Friday sale events in November.

Buy: A New Android

New Android merch is unveiled each year at the Mobile World Congress in early March. Retailers will need to get rid of old inventory to make room for the new, which means you can score a great deal on an Android phone this month. If you’re an Apple fan, you’ll need to wait until fall for the best prices.

Skip: TVs

With February blowout sales long over, TVs are back to full price in March. If you missed the opportunity to upgrade your home entertainment system at a discounted price, you’re best off waiting until Black Friday in July events. Of course, you can also find bargain-priced TVs at sale events during the actual Black Friday in November.

Use our tips to shop smart in March!

Don't Forget About Your RGCU Rewards

Whatever you decide to buy in March, use your RGCU Debit or Credit Card to make sure you earn Reward Points! These points can be redeemed for things like gift-cards, merchandise, travel, and even cash back! Reward yourself this March!