August best bets: What to buy now ahead of back-to-school seasonNEW YORK (WABC) -- August is nearly here and while summer is flying by, don't let these deals sizzle away. Nina Pineda and 7 On Your Side are highlighting the best bets of the month before back-to-school season. And from clearance air conditioners to new TVs, loads of Labor Day weekend deals are leaking all month long. And back-to-school sales will help you get everything for your child's backpack. Back-to-school sales will help, but don't wait to fall into a new bed for a lot less.