Sales tend to happen in six-week batches, and each month stores tend to organize their major sales because of the season.

In September, stores are gearing up for back-to-school, the holiday season and fall. Watch for the best deals on these items at your favorite stores:

Food
Cereal
Breakfast bars
Peanut butter
Jelly
Lunch meat
American cheese
Yogurt
Chips
Snack cakes
Cookies
Hot dogs
Ground beef
Hamburger and hot dog buns
Condiments (ketchup, mustard, barbeque sauce, relish)
Salad dressing
Canned fruits and vegetables
Soups
Broth
Frozen pies
Soda
Drink boxes
Non-food
Grill supplies (charcoal, lighter fluid)
Party supplies (disposable plates, cups, napkins and utensils)
School supplies
Large appliances (refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers)
Cars
Lawn mowers
Trees, shrubs and bulbs
Wines
Laptops
Holiday airfare