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\n\nOnce upon a time, October was a quiet month for shopping as we counted down to Black Friday — but not anymore. Over the past few years, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale, which is happening now through October 7, has cemented itself in the retail calendar. And while it’s not necessarily challenging to navigate, I’ve picked up some tips and tricks while covering it that may improve your shopping experience — and, even better, help you save more money.
\n\nBelow, I’m breaking down everything Prime members need to know about what deals are actually worth it, what’s skippable and tips to elevate your savings strategy. I also consulted experts about what you need to know, like the major differences between October Prime Day and Black Friday.
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\n\nThink about the most boring things on your shopping list: paper towels, protein powder, moisturizer, dog treats, socks and laundry detergent, for example. Those are some of the best products to buy during Prime…
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