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Back-to-school season means sale season, but the discounts aren’t just for the kids. Once you walk across your last stage, backpacks and pencils on discount flyers don’t seem worth your time. But they’re not the only thing being sold for the low at this time of year.

The beginning of fall means lots of retailers are making room for new inventory — by putting lots of items on super sale. Know what to look for and you could save just as much during back-to-school season as you do on Black Friday. At least when it comes to some items. So if you’re in the market for anything on this list, now is the time to watch the sales and head to the store.

If you snooze, you lose. These items might not go back on sale in this way until the end of the year during holiday season.

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Car Sales

Labor Day weekend is one of the best times to buy. Back-to-school sales are on to attract college students, and Labor Day is when they want to move inventory. Shop at the end of the weekend when they’re really trying to move the last of older models and you can save a lot.

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Patio Sets

Thinking of throwing party to mark the end of summer or finally taking the decor up another level outside? Now is the time to buy grills, patio sets and anything that has to do with outdoor decor. Things are priced to move before the weather cools down.

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Team Gear

If you have a favorite college team (or want to plan ahead to buy a Christmas gift for someone who does), now is the time. School stores offer big discounts on branded gear this time of year to help students get in the collegiate spirit.

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Cell Phones

If you’re ready to change plans, do it now. Cell phone providers offer discounts for students (sometimes faculty and staff, too) heading away to college. Family plan discounts also pop up this time of year and you don’t have to be a student to take advantage.

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Cable and Internet Providers

If you’ve had enough of your company’s customer service and there is another one in your area, check out their website around the time kids are moving in for the year. Some companies offer cheaper rates to attract students.