Shop when it’s the best season
If for some stores the best season for sales is autumn when the school year starts or spring when the warm season begins, for second-hand stores the best season for shopping is summer and spring, as this is the period when they have many new products for sale.
“Thrift stores seem to be overflowing with donations, especially during the spring and summer months. Not only do garage sale leftovers usually get donated to Goodwill, but there is something about the warm weather that causes people to clean out their garages and declutter their homes. During the winter months, I see less new inventory come in,” notes Beldner.
Ask about discounts and promotions
If you find a great thrift store try to find out when the season of discounts and promotions occurs. You can also pay attention to the details, as there may be banners displayed in the store when discounts and promotions will take place or you can subscribe to their newsletter to receive online notifications.
“Often thrift stores will have fliers posted in the store informing shoppers of upcoming sale days,” says Beldner. “Some stores will run sales daily and others are weekly.” For instance, Goodwill stores, Maryland, offer a thirty percent discount to college students, teachers, and seniors every Wednesday, so take advantage of this opportunity and renew your wardrobe.
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Great article! I love thrifting but have not been for a long while now. I’m married, live in a condo which is “furnished” now and don’t have room for more treasures. I also have things in storage to get rid of, but you have re-sparked my “love of the hunt”! Maybe I can use this as encouragement to purge and renew! Thanks for the inspiration! Happy Face & Kisses!