1. Hit the Big Stores First
Tiny boutiques are awesome for browsing, but if you're looking for the best sales, try the major chain stores first. With so much merchandise to turnover, they're way more likely to mark stuff down, especially around the holidays.
2. Save on Shipping
If a book you're looking for isn't in stock, ask a sales rep if another one of their stores has one. Shipping is often complimentary from store to store.
3. Break Out Those Old Gift Cards
Thanks to sites like plasticjungle.com and swapagift.com, you can turn old crappy cards into something awesome! Prices vary, but expect to get at least 60% of the original value in cold, hard cash.
4. Hang on to Your Receipts
Many stores give a price adjustment within 14 days. This means if you bought a gift today, and tomorrow it goes on sale, they'll give you the money saved back!
5. Suck Up to a Salesperson
Most sales reps work on commission. That means when they look at you, they see dollar bills. Take advantage by asking if she can set a high-ticket item aside for you when it gets marked down.
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