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NEW YEAR’S 2007 IPbySftofl!) End- Of-Season fit© Best-* amatsi (MS) - Who tlkS'"'/ TMJ hasn't heard the complaint that items are more expensive today than ever? From retail chains to warehouse centers, register receipts are testament to the high cost of living. According to the American Express Everyday Spending index, U.S. house holds spent $3,240 on average for gro ceries last year. Other areas of consumer spending continue to show growing dollar amounts as well. For consumers looking to conserve money overall, one of the best ways to save is to shop off-season sales. Many types of merchandise have definitive “seasons" and once the season has expired, stores look to clear out the shelves to make room for new items. Here are some tricks for using end-of season sales to your advantage: &/*>/<£ \ i . Dinner » \ \ kwSj / Lunch S -F: 11AM-2PM _ ?T? ?"???„ ■J -S: 5-9i30 PM . ITALIAN 807 Carroll St • Perry RISTBO 988-9085 II - 4*» _____ piLUlil BHIIUm gfflMMßlffi WOMEN’S, MEN’S, GIRLS AND BOYS L New and Gently Used Apparel and Accessories W BRAND NAMES WE CARRY: Ralph Lauren • Ann Taylor • Brighton • Coach Dooney & Bourke • Saks sth Ave • Hollister M American Eagle • Abercrombie • Liz, and More 1847 Watson Blvd (behjnd^hick-fil-a)^^^ Fall/Winter The cold weather months offer a vari ety of store sales. New clothing styles typically come into stores in January through March, so you can get a steal on last year's looks. Also, winter clothing will start to be discounted to make room for spring apparel. Now's also a good time to price sum mer-related items. Stores may have an overstock of patio and garden mer chandise, including table sets and bar becues. Some companies, such as pool and spa retailers, may offer discounts on pool purchases and installation dur ing colder months when their services aren't in peak demand. The same can be said for air conditioning system install ers. Typically, vehicles show their worst traits during the winter, so automotive dealerships may offer more room for negotiation on vehicles left on the lot. Watch for promotions when the next year's models are due in as well. January is the ideal time to stock up on holiday decorations, wrapping and all the other trimmings left over from the recent holiday season. Prices could be slashed by 50 percent or more. Simply stash newly bought items away for next year and be ahead of the game. Spring/Summer With spring cleaning and home reno vation on the mind, many retailers put paint, stains and exterior products on sale at this time. However, the biggest sales and deepest discounts are typical ly offered during the “long weekends" that occur during the warm-weather months. Memorial Day, Fourth cv of July and Labor Day week- wK. ends are some of the biggest sale times - so take advan- 5535535 t3ge ' * * Now could also be a good M j 1 |,| time to plan ahead for the jLd —■ frosty days of the future. MU I ■ I *41246 r NK\Y YKAR’M yjg j URKKTINUS km mnm STREET • PtRRY, GR 31069 (478) 987-1656 tU YuflJ ■, FireVrotedionServites Inc. Inspections Testing Maintenance Automatic Sprinkler Systems Fire Extinguishers Kitchen Hood Systems jL. - -* Backflow Preventors 987-7319 * r"* ’ 2126 Hwy 41 N You may be able to negotiate deals on new, energy efficient windows, doors and heating systems in preparation for winter's wrath. Check to see if there are discounts on snow shovels or snowblow ers when everyone else is thinking about hitting the beach. You'll save money and be pared for the first big see SALES, pg. 7 / m,w 7rm PAGE 3 42255