There are certain items you absolutely must buy at discount stores and others that you should probably avoid.
What Should You Buy at Discount Stores?
So whats worth it at discount stores?
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Not all items are made equal.
And its not just price that should be taken into account but quality and durability of the items available.
Here are our suggestions for items that will come to you at a discount and last a while.
Great deals about at your local TJ Maxx, Ross Dress for Less and Marshalls.
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Theres no such thing as too many pencil containers.
But dont just go for the cute items.
Think household staples, like Scotch tape and masking tape, experts tell U.S. News and World Report.
The prices may be cheaper, but its also important to note their relative size.
check that youre getting an item for the same size as competitors but at a lesser price.
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But an in-store search will certainly yield cheaper options and other brands.
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Pet Supplies
Need to stock up on some items for mans best friend?
Discount retailers have you covered.
She even says their prices are frequently cheaper than Walmart.
Online, we spy cat scratchers, dog chews and pet gates for competitive prices.
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The Budget Babe suggests buying Egyptian cottonyoull get it for the best price there, she says.
Were a fan of this $24.99 storage basket.
Pillows
Aside from towels, The Budget Babe loves getting her pillows at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls.
She says consumers can get a high quality pair of pillows for as little as $20.
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Frames online start as low as $7.99.
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