What are the best items to buy in July?

Timing is everything. To get the best deals, you've got to know when to shop.
There are some purchases that are difficult to time perfectly, such as stocks, airplane tickets and gas. But many other consumer staples -- from cars to electronics to produce -- go on sale predictably at certain times of the year, saving you a bundle if you plan your purchases accordingly.

JULY: Furniture
New furniture hits showrooms in August, according to the American Home Furnishing Alliance. That means you can save 10% to 50% in July as retailers make room for the new inventory.

JULY: Soda, beer and condiments
Stock up on drinks, ketchup, mustard and barbecue sauce around the July 4th holiday. Sales abound.

JULY: Broadway tickets
The official Broadway season kicks off in the fall, so summer is a good time to see the outgoing year's hits at cheaper prices. In New York City, the first ten days of July are particularly slow -- and prone to discounts, according to Applause Theatre & Entertainment Service (www.applause-tickets.com). When things are slow, theaters would rather offer cut-rate prices and have a full house than charge full fare and have empty seats. Look for discounts of up to 50%.Not in the Big Apple? Check out your city's consolidated ticket booth to snag a last-minute deal on theater admission year-round.

ALL SUMMER LONG: Produce
From strawberries and peaches to tomatoes and corn, fruits and vegetables abound in June, July and August. This glut of supply makes for a good time to stock up.You can freeze, can or dry the bounty for eating in the leaner months ahead.