Bargain-Hunter's Guide: What's On Sale Now

Prepare Your Own Fall Harvest With summer just about over, now's the time to gear up for fall sales. From autos to jeans, here's what bargain-savvy consumers should be buying in September and October, according to FreeShipping.org. (Reuters)

Patio Furniture If you put a lot wear and tear on your patio furniture this summer, now is the time to replace it. Retailers drastically slash prices to make room for holiday merchandise. (Reuters)

Wine Stock up the ol' cellar! As the fall season approaches, wine sellers are keeping prices low to sell off overstocked bottles. (Reuters)

China and Flatware It might be last season's patterns, but who’s really going to know? Upgrade your china closet with elegant place-settings or purchase that designer dinnerware you always wanted. (Reuters)

Air Conditioner Prepare to battle next year's heat wave now. Since the hot and humid summer months are in the past, less demand for AC units will drive prices lower. (Reuters)

Cars Dealers are making room for the next year’s models and will offer great deals and incentives on older models to clear their lots. The best time to get a great deal on a new car is at the end of October, according to FreeShipping.org.

Gas Grills October is the best time to buy gas grills because let’s face it: who really wants to stand in the freezing cold grilling hamburgers? (iStock)

Jeans Whether you prefer skinny, bootcut or straight-leg, now’s the time to stock up on your favorite denim styles; after the back-to-school crowd and before the holiday shopping rush hits stores.

Toys Now’s the time to get a jumpstart on your holiday toy and game shopping and save some dough. Retailers tend to slash prices on toys in October. (Reuters)