💰The Deal Guy Newsletter - Issue #50

🧾 INSIDE THIS WEEK’S NEWSLETTER:

• 🏷️ Top 5 Deals of the Week - Cheap laptop backpacks + top storage deals

• 🚨 Shopping Info You NEED To Know - Hidden Clearance + Cheap Fall Gear!

• ✍🏼 SHARE YOUR SAVINGS! – Subscriber tips to stretch every dollar.

• ✅ Best August Buys – How certain buys can even benefit you next summer!

• 🍔 New Food Freebies & Promos – Shake Shack, Outback, BK and more!

• 💬 ASK THE DEAL GUY – Your questions answered!

• 📰 IN THE NEWS - Latest money-saving headlines.

• 🛒 WAREHOUSE DEALS! - Costco & Sam's Club Clearance!

1.  🚙 24 Pack Little Tree Air Fresheners for $12.19! (Limited time!)

2. ☕️ Personalized Photo Coffee Mug for $5!! (Note: Shipping is not included)

3. 👨‍🍳 3 Piece Outdoor Dining Set for $27! ($40 OFF!)

4. 📦 40 Gallon Wheeled Storage Bin JUST $19.97! (Limited time)

5. 🎒 Targus 15.6” Laptop Backpacks for $11.99 (Save: $28)

**These deals could end or sell out at ANY time. If you buy something through any of the links featured in this newsletter I may get a small share of the sale.

🚨 NEW Shopping Info You NEED To Know!

🛠 Lowe’s New ONLINE Clearance: A section that was often hidden at Lowe’s has now just launched on their website and it’s packed with serious clearance. I

spotted big drops on tools, patio gear, and home improvement finds, plus free shipping on orders over $35

📦 USPS Holiday Shipping Rate Hike: It’s hard to believe but another possible price bump for the holiday season could be on the horizon and if approved, the proposed hikes would potentially go into effect October 5th!

/🥾 Columbia Summer Clearance: This big brand is clearing out summer stock with up to 60% off when you use code AUGSAVINGS. Jackets, sandals and backpacks are all heavily discounted until August 13.

🏠 An Unexpected Return of Bed Bath & Beyond: Bed Bath & Beyond Home opened its first new store in Nashville with dozens of future stores on the horizon.

Also, be sure to hold on to any expired coupons (which they are still accepting) in the event a new store opens near you.

💄 Up to 50% OFF Beauty Items: JCPenney is hosting a huge Beauty Event now through August 24th, where you can score up to 50% OFF popular beauty brands.

Be sure to check back each morning, as new deals drop daily!

✍🏼 SHARE YOUR SAVINGS!

Here are some recent subscriber submitted money-saving tips:

Diane from Central Florida writes: “If you happen to be a Sam's Club Plus member, you accrue Sam's Cash, which is great! You don't have to use that on your Sam's MasterCard balance or use it on merchandise. Go to Customer Service and ask for the cash - they'll happily comply!!” 

Deborah writes: “If you’re buying bags of fruit, specifically citrus fruits, take several bags to a scale and weigh them. You will find great differences in each bag and take the bag with the heaviest. Typically with that you’re going to get more juice or fruit. Every time I get grapefruit I’ll find one bag that is more than a half a pound different than the rest that’s giving me more for my money.”

Trish from FL Writes: : “I have done something that fuels my desire to save money! I write down my savings immediately in my calendar upon returning from the store or ordering online.  I total the month, then the year's amounts.  This keeps me very motivated! 2020: $2,678.80 ……. 2023: $2,456.44……..2024: $3,645.71

Reply to this email and share it with me! If I feature your tip, I’ll give you a shoutout in next week’s newsletter!

(Include your first name + the state you live in so I can add it to the shoutout)

✅ 7 Things You SHOULD Be Buying In August

🥾 Outdoor Footwear:Trail, hiking, and running shoes are seeing some of the steepest markdowns of the year. If you’ve got fall hikes or trips planned, now is definitely the time to buy!

📚 School & Office Supply Bundles: Pens, paper, binders, and planners are at rock-bottom prices right now. I stock up for months ahead during August and avoid paying full price later.

☀️ Sun Care & Skin Protection: SPF lotions, sprays, and even lip balms are heavily discounted to clear summer inventory. I carefully check expiration dates and then stash some for next year.

🎧 Audio & Travel Tech: Earbuds, power banks, and adaptors are getting cleared out before holiday electronics arrive. Now is a great time to upgrade your travel kit without overspending.

🌿 Home Garden Essentials: Planters, patio sets and garden tools are discounted as stores prep for fall stock. Buy now if you want selection… wait for Labor Day if you want the rock-bottom prices.

🍳 Kitchen Basics: Nonstick pans, bakeware, and small appliances are dropping in price. If you’re more interested in top of the line brands like Hex-Clad or Le Creuset, I’d wait for the second Prime Day Amazon typically launches in October.

💺 Home Office Comfort: Laptop stands, chair cushions, and wrist rests are marked down this month. Small upgrades can make working from home a lot more comfortable.

💬 Ask The Deal Guy

Each week, I get dozens of questions from all of you asking where to find deals on certain things and the best times to shop. Instead of just answering each one directly (like I usually do), I thought it could be fun to post my answers in the newsletter for everyone to see!

💡 Karl G asks: "Do you ever see discounts on HOKA brand shoes?”

Hi Karl! While the discounts aren’t always as extreme as I’d like, Hoka Shoes are frequently discounted at Nordstrom Rack. There’s a solid sale right now. 

💡 Marcia M asks: “Hi Matt, When do you think patio furniture will go on sale - end of season. I need new chairs, probably metal, my fake wicker is falling apart after about 12 years.”

Hi Marcia, I’m actually impressed you got more than a decade from fake wicker. Absolute best patio sales of the year start August 22 through Labor Day. I would wait.

💡 Hajar A asks: “Can you please share how to save on dressers? And which websites have high-quality dressers that don’t break the budget”

While there are constantly great prices and decent design at stores like Ikea or more traditional furniture stores like Ashley Furniture, I think Macy’s is highly underrated for all types of furniture. I like the dresser sale running right now. Use the code SHOP to save an additional 15%.

Should I continue including this section each week? Reply to this email and let me know!

🍔 The Best August Food Freebies and Promos

👑 Burger King: Free Whopper Week if you have Walmart+
Until August 11th, claim one free Whopper per day with any $1 purchase through the Burger King app if your account is linked to Walmart+.

🦘 Outback Steakhouse: Kids Eat Free Mondays
Every Monday through September 1, kids eat free with any adult entrée. Works in restaurant or online with code JOEYFREE.

🌯 Free Food at Chipotle: 
During their “Summer of Extras” promotion, Chipotle is giving away 10,000 free burritos every week + many other goodies through August 31st.

🍗 Bottomless Appetizers at Buffalo Wild Wings:
Buffalo Wild Wings is offering bottomless apps for $9.99 when you dine in with up to four people. Enjoy unlimited fried pickles, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, chips & salsa, and hatch queso.

📰 IN THE NEWS

Every week in this section of the newsletter, I share some of the most interesting and helpful money-related articles I’ve read over the past week. I hope you find these as valuable as I did!

💵 “Best high yield savings accounts for 2025”  - READ HERE.

💵 “Are men or women better at saving money?” - READ HERE.

💵 “How Saving Money Really Does Boost Your Mental Health” - READ HERE.

💻 ONLINE-ONLY WAREHOUSE DEALS

TOP 3 COSTCO DEALS

1. New 22” × 22” Halloween or Holiday Themed Decor Pillows: $34.99

2. Men’s Memory Foam Sneakers: $14.97

3. 5 Piece Melamine Serveware Set: $9.97 (Only in gray)

TOP 3 SAM'S CLUB DEALS

1. 2 Pack LED Lanterns w/ Magnetic Base: $14.91

2. Kid's Character Chairs: $10.91

3. 16’ x 8’ Above Ground Pool: $208.91 (Was: $499)

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this week’s newsletter. If there is anything you’d like to see in next week’s newsletter, reply to this email and let me know!

Happy Savings!👋

The Deal Guy (Matt Granite)