I received a comment regarding shopping at local thrift stores and I’m hoping to get reader help. I rarely get to the store anymore, so it’s been awhile since I’ve been thrift store shopping.
Readers: Please leave a comment with your thrift store shopping tip or your favorite store/time for finding bargains.
A Few Tips for Shopping Thrift Stores:
1. Check for the sale of the day when you enter the store. Salvation Army has colored tags, and you’ll see a sign at the door letting you know the color tag on sale for the day. Also, know the days your local store does markdowns (see below).
2. Know sizes and dimensions of items you’re looking for.
3. Know price points for the items you’re looking for. Example: $10 for a pair of jeans would be expensive. I could get that on markdown at the store for NEW jeans.
4. Make nice with the cashier. Cashiers can tell you the day new shipments come in, markdown days and other need-to-know information.
Hampton Roads Thrift Stores:
The 3 best thrift stores in my area (that I’m aware of) are:
Salvation Army in Greenbrier
-couldn’t get anyone on phone to confirm sale dates
Salvation Army on VA Beach Blvd:
-Colored tags everyday
-Tuesday: 25% off with Military ID
-Wednesday: 50% off ALL clothing and accessories
-Thursday: Senior Citizen Discount (55+ years)
DAV on VA Beach Blvd (across from Salvation Army):
-Markdowns start on Monday and go through entire week
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Goodwills get brand new clearanced items from Target and every week they have certain tag colors go 50% off too!