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Quiz: Everyday Savings in March 2026

Find the best bargains this month


a collection of items on sale in march, including cosmetics, cleaning supplies, appliances and more
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Question 1 of 8

March means it’s time to stock up on supplies for spring cleaning. True or false: Prices increase for cleaning supplies this month because of demand.

March is a good time to buy the supplies you need, at discounts of 40 to 70 percent. “Retailers run stock-up sales and bundle offers on disinfecting wipes, sprays, bleach and laundry sanitizers,” one expert says. “We see some of the best Clorox deals this month.”

Question 2 of 8

This month can be a great time to book travel for which season?

If you want to get a jump start on your summer travel plans, this month is a good time to book hotels, flights, car rentals and vacation packages. March is when companies offer competitive prices before rates go up, with “early-booking” deals for hotels. Check the AARP Travel Center for discounts.

Question 3 of 8

If you’re ready to upgrade your yard for outdoor activities, which of the following items can you find on discount in March?

Many retailers fire up sales of 20 to 40 percent off on grills and outdoor furniture in March. “As spring gets near, early-season patio and barbecue gear goes on sale to pique the interest of buyers excited about the grilling season,” says one discount shopping expert.

Question 4 of 8

When should you shop for a new TV to watch the college basketball tournament?

While discounts aren’t as hefty as those seen on Black Friday, retailers do run TV deals throughout the entire first quarter of the year. You may see the larger price deductions later in the month, tied to the end of the March Madness basketball tournament, for those looking to upgrade ahead of the Final Four games.

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Question 5 of 8

Clothing stores start to switch their inventory from winter to summer styles this month. Which item should you look for on sale?

Jeans often see surprisingly deep markdowns of 50 to 65 percent off in March. Check with retailers such as American Eagle, Macy’s and Target.

Question 6 of 8

Although March is supposed to usher in warmer days, Mother Nature might not cooperate. Cold weather could continue to keep people in many parts of the country looking for ways to stay warm. Which of the following items that keep you warm is on sale this month?

You’ll see big markdowns on space heaters this month, says Melanie Lowe, chief savings strategist at coupon and cash-back site CouponCabin. And if you need a new one but it’s already warm where you live, she recommends taking advantage of the sales so you’re prepared for next winter.

Question 7 of 8

True or false: Retailers significantly reduce prices on furniture in March.

The discounts can be 30 to 60 percent off, but they’re often short-lived, experts say, so be prepared to act quickly to grab these deals when they appear.

Question 8 of 8

“March is one of the biggest beauty sale months of the year, with daily rotating deals on prestige makeup, skin care and hair care, making it one of the few times you’ll see premium brands marked down this deeply,” says Courtney Omell, an editor at the Krazy Coupon.

Which retailer is not a recommended place to look for makeup sales in March?

Some of the prestige brands you’ll find on sale are Clarins, Clinique and Verb. And keep an eye out for Ulta’s annual “21 Days of Beauty” sale, which typically happens this month.

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