Target Clearance Insight

Here is Target's weekly markdown schedule:
Mon. -- Electronics, Kids Clothing and Stationary (Cards, Gift Wrap, etc.)
Tues. -- Domestics, Women's Clothing, Pets and Market (food items)
Wed. -- Men's Clothing, Toys, Health and Beauty, Lawn & Garden items
Thur. -- House Wares, Lingerie, Shoes, Sporting Goods, Movies, Music, Books, Decor & Luggage
Fri. -- Auto, Cosmetics, Hardware, & Jewelry

Generally, they mark things down to the next level every 2 weeks. So, if you see something in sporting goods that you are interested in that was just marked down 50%, if you come back on Thursday 2 weeks from that day you should find it at 75% off. Sometimes you will come back and they will all be gone. Bummer!

If it is something I really need, I will buy it at 50% off. If it is something I am buying for the future, I wait to see if I can get it at 75% off.

Also, twice a year Target resets each department, so they will clearance a ton of stuff from that department, to make way for the new seasons merchandise. For instance, the toy department gets reset in January (to make room for Spring/Summer toys), and in July/Aug. (to put out the holiday season toys). So, on one certain day you will be able to find 2 aisles worth of toys at 75% off. I stock up! My favorites are the Lego's & Playmobil sets, you can't go wrong with those, especially at 75% off.

Two more pieces of advice:

1. If there is something you are interested in, SCAN IT! You will find that sometime the sticker does not reflect the price, the price may actually be lower. I love when that happens!

2. SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS!!!!!!! Target has a strict return policy, and if you want to return something you will need your receipt. They do have receipt look up, so if you give them the debit/credit card you paid with they can look it up for you.