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6 Best Things to Buy in June

Father s Day deals and semiannual sales will drive biggest discounts for shoppers

Getty Images Although it falls right between the big holiday shopping weekends of Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, the month of June has plenty of sales of its own to offer savvy shoppers. Many department and chain stores host “semiannual sales” in June, offering sizable discounts in an effort to move inventory and as the first half of the year comes to a close.
Plus, means that stores may offer additional discounts on items traditionally purchased as gifts for dads. However, those price drops typically come very close to the holiday itself, which falls on June 19 this year. “It helps to procrastinate a little bit, because a lot of the best sales don’t happen until the week of Father’s Day,” says Lisa Thompson, savings expert with coupons.com. “You might pick out what you want, but then watch the price to see if it goes on sale.” Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Here’s a peek at six products that are among the best things to shop for in June:

1 Tools​

Retailers often lower their prices on tools throughout June in the hopes of snagging some extra Father’s Day sales. In addition to individual tools, look for deals on tool sets, accessories and tool storage options, including boxes and chests. Where to find deals: Home Depot, Lowe’s, Sears Potential savings: 20 to 50 percent off

2 Tech gadgets​

High-tech items, including , home audio equipment and headphones, often appear at the top of Father’s Day gift lists. Retailers will likely offer competitive discounts on these gadgets to juice early summer sales. Where to find deals: B&H, Newegg, Harman Audio Potential savings: Up to 80 percent off

3 Lingerie​

AARP Membership — $12 for your first year when you sign up for Automatic Renewal Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Entertainment $3 off popcorn and soft drink combos See more Entertainment offers > If you’re in the market for PC games, for yourself or for children or grandchildren, June is the among the best times of the year to make a purchase, with most of the big online game stores historically running extended sales during the month. “The discounts in that category are really high in June,” confirms Julie Ramhold, a consumer analyst with DealNews. Where to find deals: gog.com, Steam, Epic Games Potential savings: Up to 80 percent off

5 Outdoor gear​

With temperatures rising and vacations looming, sporting goods stores and outdoor gear retailers mark down lots of merchandise aimed at those who are ready to spend more time outside, says Marilyn Anderson, author of How to Live Like a Millionaire When You’re a Million Short. You’ll find sales in June on items like camping and fishing equipment, hiking boots and kayaks. Where to find deals: Dick’s Sporting Goods, Cabela’s, Eastern Mountain Sports Potential savings: 25 to 50 percent off

6 Workout clothing

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