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Your Guide to
Winter Retail Therapy by Brandy Henderson
veryone knows that there is a seasonality to shopping and getting bargains. Winter is arguably one of the greatest shopping havens – not only because it is the season of so many holidays, celebrations, and gift exchanges, but December through February is historically an excellent time to zone in on some very lucrative and strategic buys for yourself and your home. is that your best strategy is to shop when demand is low, because that is when prices are also low. While it may seem a bit backwards to replace your patio furniture in the winter and buy a snowblower in the summer, its the perfect strategy.
Visit your locally owned retailers online, whether through their website or their social media channels, and get added to their mailing lists. You might be offered a discount coupon just for signing up, but you will also be the first to know of weekend specials and sales. Supporting the local arts is another excellent way to get a great deal on the perfect gift, keeping an eye out for specials being offered by local theatres and arts centres.
REVEAL NIAGARA BUSINESS MAGAZINE
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Economics play quite heavily when strategizing your retail goals. Most consumers do not plan, they shop for what they need as the needs arises. This is what causes the traditional retail trends that we see as we witness the effects of supply and demand. What that means for you
Tips to Shop for a Bargain
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