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Thursday, November 22, 2012

Finding the Best Holiday Bargains

With the biggest gift-giving days right around the corner, Patch has some tips on getting everything on the list without breaking the bank.

Holiday traditions are like snowflakes. No two are exactly alike. Except one and that being holiday gift shopping. There's lots of options to avoid the malls and big box stores, but for some seeing those sparkling lights and fancypants displays at the mall is a tradition in itself. But don't get too distracted as you can still save a lot of money while oogling those displays. Here's my favorite tips and tricks for pinching your pennies at the mall. 1) Shop at outlet stores. This tip may be the most obvious as outlet stores are nothing but great deals. Make a day out of it and shop an outlet mall to maximize your savings and save on gas. Just be sure the stores are easily accessible in case items need to be returned.  2) Sign up for store …

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