These big sales refrigerators, dishwashers, & laundry appliances plus smart shopping tips will help you save the most in end-of-year sales.

Lowe's Black Friday deals are dropping now. This retailer has already launched its Black Friday Buildup sale, which is a great chance to score Black Friday-worthy deals ahead of the holiday itself. There are a ton of discounts up for grabs on everything from home decor to appliances.

A good cast-iron skillet is like a pair of vintage jeans—take care of it, and it’ll last you for years and carry you through just about any situation you could imagine. Lodge makes one of our favorite budget-friendly skillets at under $50, and you can get it at even more of a steal with one of Amazon’s early Black Friday kitchen deals.