After a major holiday, stores need to move their products off the shelves quickly to make room for the next seasonal display. By thinking ahead, you can reap the benefits of perfectly good, clearance-priced items.
Be it Christmas, Easter, the Fourth of July, Halloween, or any other holiday, you can save a ton of money by buying next year's décor, gifts, or costumes right after the day is over. You can even do this with some candies, as long as you check the expiration date before you buy. Most non-chocolate items have a shelf life of several years.