RetailMeNot’s data has helped outline what is smart to buy right now, what items to avoid, as well as tips and deals to save on the everyday necessities.
Work From Home Essentials: With all nonessential workers shifting to work from home, it is important to have the office items you need to be productive and successful. Whether it’s a stand up desk or other paper products of tech accessories, Office Depot is offering 20% off one qualifying regularly priced item and Staples has $25 off orders of $100 or more.
Educational Activities and Games for Kids: Even with homeschool in session, parents are still looking for new ways to keep their kids busy and entertained during quarantine. Keep them occupied and engaged through online educational courses from Udemy, where you’re able to learn a new skill or language for up to 75% off. Or, for something a little less educational, GameStop is offering 50% off select games and Walmart is offering up to 50% off select toys and games.
Streaming Entertainment: Looking for a way to take your mind off the doom and gloom? Consider joining the “Tiger King” conversation and sign up for Netflix and Hulu who are offering the first month free.
Self-Care Strategies: There are lots of ways to take care of yourself at home. Consider taking one of eight free streaming workout classes from CorePower Yoga. Or, the meditation app, Headspace, also has free access to sessions on the “Weathering the Storm” collection.
If the shipping time for online delivery is too slow for your needs, consider curbside pick up. There are still ways you can get your items quickly if online delivery doesn’t work for your needs. A few retailers that are offering buy online pick up in store with curbside delivery include Target, The Container Store, Michaels, Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Office Depot, PetSmart and Petco.
What to Avoid Buying Right Now:
With the new season starting, retailers have just released their spring styles at full price. I recommend waiting until later season when these items become discounted to stock up on spring and summer apparel.
For those looking to purchase a new TV, try to hold off. The next big discount on TV’s will be found during Prime Day and other “Black Friday in July” sales.
Additional Tips to Save At Home:
Do your research and price compare: This is something shoppers should always be doing before making any purchases. Check other retailers and make sure you are getting the best deal before clicking the first offer you see.
Pause before you Purchase: Don’t fall victim to impulse buys. After doing diligent research and price comparing, give yourself some 24 hours before making the purchase. Pro tip: add items to your cart and abandon them for a day and retailers oftentimes will send promo codes and exclusive offers to encourage you to checkout.
Check RetailMeNot and use a browser extension like RetailMeNot Deal Finder to automatically find deals and cashback offers on the items you are purchasing.
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