When you’re thinking about a major purchase, the right price can often tip the scales. If you’re patient, willing to research and plan your purchases at just the right time, you can save quite a bit of green. Here are the best things to buy during each month for the rest of the year!

April: Tech out!

Japanese manufacturers usually roll out new product lines in March. If you’re OK with being a year behind, you can buy a fully functional laptop or big-screen TV in April. Tax refund-themed sales also make it cheaper to upgrade your technological goods.

May: Around the house

Many home improvement shops put their tools and other supplies on sale in the spring. Graduation time also means dorm-stocking essentials, like pots and cooking appliances, will be discounted.

June: Think thrifty

Now that everyone’s done spring-cleaning, thrift stores are stuffed with donated second-hand goods. You’ll find bargains on everything – and especially great deals on used furniture and clothes.

July: School supplies

Late July marks back-to-school time and the season retailers gear up for school shopping. Look for promotions if you need to buy a computer. Otherwise, stock up on pens, paper and other office essentials.

August: Beat the heat

August is when major appliance retailers start shifting their inventories from cooling to heating. Look for discounts on cool appliances like window AC units and dehumidifiers.

September: Big-ticket

Now’s the time to grab last year’s major appliances, like dishwashers and refrigerators, before the new ones roll out. Also, new Apple accessories typically come out in late fall, making September the best month for upgrading your device.

October: Cars and cruises

The new model year for cars begins in late summer. Dealers are desperate to move inventory, so you can get a good price on the current year’s models. This month is also quiet season for cruise lines, so many of them will run specials.

November: Game on

Christmas season is in high gear, and major retailers are competing for gamer bucks. You’ll find the best bundles with the hottest games for the lowest prices in November.

December: Cheers!

In a paradox of economics, when champagne demand is high, the price goes down. If you’ve got a major event coming up, December is a great time to stock up on bubbly.