Spring is typically a busy time for home sales as the weather warms up and families prepare to move before a new school year. But the season has started out sluggish, as would-be buyers face higher mortgage interest rates and elevated prices.

Memorial Day is, of course, a time to honor America's fallen soldiers. It's also the unofficial start of summer, even if the solstice is still a few weeks away. As always, the Buy Side staff is busy finding the best deals for you to shop and save this holiday.