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My holiday shopping approach starts months before December, he said.
Using my companys data analytics tools, I track price patterns across major retailers.
This year, I started purchasing holiday gifts in August when I noticed significant price drops in electronics.
I bought my nephews gaming console at $150 below its current price using this method.
Read below for more of his top savings strategies.
Credit Card Stacking
Credit card stacking forms the foundation of my savings strategy, Shahnazari explained.
Last holiday season, I combined my rewards credit cards cash back with store loyalty programs to maximize returns.
I carefully time these purchases with promotional periods, sometimes earning up to 25% back on holiday spending.
Price-Tracking Tools
Price-tracking tools play an equally crucial role in Shahnazaris shopping strategy.
I set alerts for specific items months in advance.
When my daughter wanted a particular art set, I tracked it across six retailers.
These tools helped me save over $600 onmy total holiday shoppinglast year.
This technique alone saved him $200 on holiday shopping last season.
His biggest win came from buying winter coats for his family.
I saved $245 through a combination ofcash-back portal rewards, credit card points and strategic timing.
Price Matching
Price matching saves me endless driving around, Shahnazari explained.
I screenshot competitors prices and have retailers match them, saving both time and gas money.
This strategy saved me $175 on tech gifts last season while avoiding cross-town shopping trips.
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