The scorching heat and humidity are reason enough to head indoors and shop the Fourth of July sales. An even better idea? Shop online and completely skip venturing out in the heat. However, determining which stores have the best sales can be a bit tricky, so I’ve rounded up my favorite holiday sales to help you navigate the crowds and net the most savings.
Best Buy
If you’ve been waiting to buy an appliance, now’s a great time. Through July 15, Best Buy is running its July Fourth Major Appliance Sale. Get up to 44 percent off French door refrigerators or as much as 33 percent off washing machines and dryers from top brands Samsung, Whirlpool and LG. If you need a stove, you’ll save 40 percent on brands like Frigidaire, Amana and GE. You’ll also find deals on built-in dishwashers and over-the-range microwaves. Layer a coupon and save even more.
Don’t forget about Best Buy’s free home delivery, haul-away and recycling for purchases totaling $399 or more. If you’re looking for financing options, Best Buy also offers 18-month finances on major appliance purchases of at least $599.
Overstock
Find bargains to help spruce up your home at Overstock’s Independence Day Sale. You’ll find savings of up to 70 percent on area rugs, memory foam mattresses, furniture and more. If your purchase totals at least $50, your order will ship for free. Make sure you look for coupon codes to maximize your savings.
Sears
Find deep discounts on power equipment and tools at Sears. You’ll get up to 50 percent off tools, 40 percent off appliance hot buys, and an extra 5 percent off power lawn and garden/outdoor storage items already marked up to 20 percent off. Update your outdoor patio for less with an extra 10 percent off patio furniture sets already marked as much as 40 percent off.
Look to save even more with free delivery options. Through July Fourth, when you order online and choose the in-store pickup, you’ll save an additional $50 off your order when you use a coupon. That easily could be worth a short drive.
Macy’s
If you’re looking to buy new furniture or upgrade to a new mattress, shop Macy’s July Fourth Furniture & Mattress sale. You’ll score 50 percent to 70 percent off select outdoor furniture, and get free delivery on purchases of at least $999. Plus, get the lowest price of the season on accent furniture. You’ll also save as much as 40 percent on beds, select dining room sets and more. And get a whopping 65 percent off mattress sets from respected brands like Beautyrest, Serta, Sealy, Tempur-Pedic and Stearns & Foster.
Through July 5, Macy’s also is offering no down payment and 0 percent, 12-month financing on mattress and furniture purchases of at least $499. Those savings add up.
Home Depot
If you’re in the market for a new grill, you’ll save 10 percent on select models at Home Depot, plus receive free shipping. Brands include Char-Broil, Char-Griller, Broil-Mate, Blue Rhino, Cuisinart and Coleman. You’ll find everything from portable and full-sized propane gas grills to charcoal and even electric options.
Home Depot also has up to 25 percent off ceiling fans and lights from Hampton Bay, Hunter and more. Saving on something that’ll keep you cool sounds like a win-win.
Target
Let’s be real, it’s hard to resist the lure of Target, and you’ll feel a bit better about those impulse buys if you shop there during its July Fourth sale. You’ll save up to 30 percent on patio furniture, accessories, and outdoor lighting; outdoor toys, camping equipment, bikes, and water gear; as well as on furniture, bedding, rugs and other home décor. At $25, Target’s spend limit for free shipping is low, and if you decide you’re unhappy with your purchase, you can return it for free.
Old Navy
Old Navy knows how to do up the Fourth of July. Shop its All-American Summer Sale and get up to 60 percent off the entire store. Check out its Americana the Beautiful collection, which features shirts, shorts and even dresses in patriotic colors. You’ll find children’s T-shirts as low as $4 and adult T-shirts from $5, as well as women’s dresses at $8 and kids shorts for $10. Plus, when you spend at least $50 online you’ll get free shipping and returns on all orders are free.
Hotels.com
It’s not too late to snag a last-minute deal on July Fourth travel. Hotels.com will help you save as much as 50 percent at various locations. Top destinations include Las Vegas, San Francisco, Portland, Phoenix, and Oahu Island, Hawaii. Simply book your travel by July 4 for travel before July 18.
When choosing your hotel, make sure you take into account minimum stays, which some hotels require before they offer the discount. Finally, look for coupons online for further savings. Hotels.com currently has a coupon for $5 off bookings over $50.
Whatever sale you decide hit, make sure you look for hidden fees! And again, don’t forget to use coupons to save where you can (especially on shipping). I hope you score some great deals!
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