Obviously I am shopping fanatic. And you would think that a someone like myself would absolutely LOVE outlet shopping. It’s like the Mecca of good deals and steals…right? Errr, not so much. While there are many deals to be had at outlets, their “blowout and clearance” prices are not always what they appear. If you’re a frequent shopper to an outlet stores regular, full price store, you may notice that the prices are often comparable to a regular sale any other day of the week. It’s kind of a “bait and switch” really. And people really do believe they are getting a fantastic deal. And sometimes you really can!
The best thing you can do is research before you go. If you’re looking for something in particular, look online or in their regular store first before trekking off to the outlet. Keep in mind that you may not find what you’re looking for if you go in looking for something specific at an outlet. True outlet stores typically try to get rid of last years stock, out of season apparel and accessories or discontinued items. With that in mind, make sure you ask about their return policy before you plop down the plastic.
Also, many outlet stores also do not take coupons or discounts so many times a coupon at the full price store gives you a better deal than if you had purchased it at the outlet. With that being said, there are some who do honor those additional savings. It’s wise to check out the webpage or customer service office for the outlet mall to see if there are online coupons, specials or VIP coupon books that you can utilize to save even more money. Some even take AAA or AARP discounts on top of their discount prices! Happy shopping!
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