What Goes On Sale in May? Find Deep Discounts on These Items

(KMDL-FM) Higher fuel prices are affecting just about everyone in Louisiana. Over the past few months, we've seen the price rise by more than a dollar a gallon. And since we need our cars, we're all scrounging for savings in other areas of our budget to offset the costs.

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Fortunately, in May, many items do go on sale. Not only are the prices lowered, but you can find deep discounts on several items for your home, for your patio, and for your health and overall enjoyment of life.

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May Offers Three Big Shopping Incentives

May also offer three major shopping incentives for consumers. There is shopping that will need to be done for Mother's Day. That is Sunday, May 10th, also known as this Sunday, so don't forget Mom on her special day.

Graduation from high school and college is happening about the same time as Mother's Day. Most ceremonies are still a few days away, perhaps a few weeks later than Mom's Day, depending on where you attend classes.

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The third spending money motivator is Memorial Day. While the day itself should be remembered with decorum and sanctity, the fact is that most Americans view the holiday as the beginning of summer fun time. And believe it or not, there are savings you can find in that department too.

If You Want to Save Money in May - These Items Are Usually Discounted

So, as you fight to pinch every penny. Wait, we don't have pennies anymore. As you "knead every nickel" for what it's worth, here is a list of items that generally go on sale during May.

Some of these items are short-term purchases, while others can be a long-term investment, especially if you consider how much money you could save.