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Worried about spending more than you expected to on your Target shopping trip? Entering Target with a short shopping list often turns into a surprisingly costly affair. However, understanding Target’s markdown schedule can transform this experience. Those little yellow clearance stickers can point you to some of the best deals in-store. Although predicting markdowns can be a challenge, especially with recent changes in Target’s clearance strategy, there are several tips and tricks to help navigate these waters.
Getting to know the clearance patterns at your local Target store can result in substantial savings. Generally, Target performs markdowns from Monday to Friday. After the first markdown, further reductions typically happen every two weeks, depending on the item and inventory. But this schedule can vary from one store to another, so it’s beneficial to familiarize yourself with your local Target’s specific patterns.
Reading a Target clearance tag correctly can also give you insights into whether to wait for a bigger discount. The discount percentage (30%, 50%, or 70%) is indicated in the clearance sticker’s upper right corner. In the middle, there’s a 9-digit number known as the DPCI, which you can use to check the inventory at other stores.
You can even return clearance items to Target within 90 days of purchase, except for a few items like salvaged or discontinued products.
For more money-saving tips like this, check out our guide to Target clearance.
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