Are you waiting for after-Christmas sales?
With reports of dismal sales figures all through the holiday shopping season, you've got to wonder what store shelves will look like on Dec. 26.
BusinessWeek has reported a glut of consumer electronics --- so much inventory that companies such as SanDisk are cutting production. With that news, Consumerist is predicting amazing after-Christmas discounts as retailers try to move product.
You may be able to take advantage of some of the discounts even if you've already gotten something for everyone on your list. Just don't forget to hang on to your receipts and ...
... let the price adjustment policies we reminded you about on Black Friday work their magic. Many major retailers will refund you the difference if a product goes on sale within a short time period (14 days?) after you buy it.
Of course, you'll be standing in line with all the folks returning their holiday haul ... but depending on how much you'll save, it could be worth it.
You could also take advantage of available deals for gifts and other obligations that are on the horizon for 2009.
UPDATE: Don't miss the next post, with links to after-Christmas deals, discounts and coupon codes.
(photo: Amy Davis/Baltimore Sun)
Comments
I found great after Christmas discounts posted at www.cybermondaydiscountcodes.com
Tony360, thanks for the tip. Just check the expiration dates on the deals! -- lfk.
Posted by: Tony360 | December 24, 2008 10:30 AM
I think people are exhausted financially... I'm not convinced that they're going to spend record amounts on boxing day sales.
I'm hoping the current economic crisis will allow people to give them selves a break.
Monty, you're right that this has been a tough season for lots of people. I don't think the sales numbers will be through the roof on Dec. 26, even with the low prices. --- lfk
Posted by: Monty Loree | December 24, 2008 11:13 AM