Black Friday Deals

This month, you may want to shop for china, stemware or small kitchen appliances. It's the end of wedding season, so you'll find 30 to 50 percent discounts on items you may find in a wedding registry.

If you need a bigger appliance, such as a dishwasher, washer or dryer, many stores get new models in September, so they older models are on sale. They'll continue to lower prices until the old inventory is gone.

You can save 15 percent or more on athletic equipment and bicycles because the weather is changing. In many parts of the country, when it gets cooler, there's less demand for it.

You can get a good deal on a car in September since lots are beginning to sell the 2011 models to make room for 2012's cars. Those in a market for a new car could find both manufacturer incentives and dealer perks.

With the summer travel season over, new winter merchandise is at stores, so this you'll find deals on luggage. Flights and cruises to Europe and the Caribbean go on sale this month. Be aware that we're in hurricane season!

Finally, you'll find good deals on electronics and printers. Stores are getting rid of current models so they can stock up on newer merchandise for the upcoming holidays.