Top 5 October buys

It’s officially October – and that means stores everywhere will be promoting Halloween candy, costumes, home decor and more. But this month also provides consumers with cheaper prices on popular items. When it comes to smart shopping, when you buy is just as important as where or what you buy. Take a look at our top five things to buy in October.

Jeans:

October is the perfect time to find your new favorite pair of jeans. They’re a staple of fall fashion and can be found on sale at many top stores. Women’s High-Rise Rockstar Jeans, $25, (plus up to 2% Cash Back), OldNavy.com

Home improvement items:

 

In many parts of the country, October means raking leaves and sprucing up the yard before winter hits. Save some time this month and consider buying a leaf blower, such as this one from Lowe’s. Kobalt Light-Duty Cordless Electric Leaf Blower, $129, (plus 0.5% Cash Back), Lowe’s.com

Bikes:

As we get into cooler weather and the end of ideal outdoor conditions, retailers provide steep discounts on even their best bikes. You can get huge savings on your dream bike and be ready for the spring with this women’s mountain bike from Sports Authority. Trayl Women’s TR 27.5-Inch Mountain Bike, $297.49, (plus 2% Cash Back), Sportsauthority.com

An older iPhone:

 

With the new iPhone 6 officially available, electronic stores are now lowering the prices on older models. Take advantage this October and consider the iPhone 5s from Best Buy at a fraction of the cost. Apple iPhone 5s 32 GB – Silver (Sprint), $99.99, (plus 2% Cash Back), Bestbuy.com

Luggage

Get your holiday travel squared away before fees spike. October is also the time of year to get top discounts on the latest luggage, such as the this customer favorite from Macy’s. Samsonite Sphere Lite Spinner Luggage, $152.99, (plus 9% Cash Back), Macy’s.com