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10 Reasons to Shop at Outlet Stores

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Outlet stores date all the way back to the 1930s, when they popped up around factories as a way for companies to inexpensively sell goods that weren't quite up to their store's standards. Today, you can find entire outlet malls made up of your favorite brands across the country. Shoppers flock to them daily to buy everything from clothing and accessories to home decor and small appliances, and it doesn't seem like they plan to stop anytime soon. If you've never gone shopping at an outlet store, here are 10 reasons why it's time to start:

Find High-Quality Stuff

One thing you can count on at an outlet store is that, even though it may be out of season or not quite perfect, what you're buying is the same high-quality stuff the brand sells in its regular stores. You don't have to worry about cheap imitations or brands you may not be familiar with.

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Make a Vacation of It

There are over 13,000 outlet malls in the United States today, and many of them are located near popular vacation destinations. Some people plan entire vacations around shopping at some of the most popular outlet stores in the country, like Silver Sands Premium Outlet in Destin, Florida; Las Vegas Premium Outlets in Las Vegas Nevada and the Florida Keys Outlet Center in Key Largo.

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Make a Day of It

Even if you don't turn it into a week-long or weekend getaway, the outlet mall is a fun place to spend a day, and since there are so many in the United States, chances are you're within a few hours of one. Shop, have lunch at the food court, or find a bench where you can sit and catch up with your shopping buddies.

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Get Everything You Need at Once

Outlet stores tend to cluster together in malls and shopping centers, which means you can shop for everything you need in one place. Imagine buying new clothes for the kids for back-to-school, a new toaster oven for the kitchen, new shoes for your husband, your favorite lipstick and towels for the guest bathroom — all in one spot at discount prices.

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Save up to 72 Percent Daily

Many people wait around all year for retail stores to have sales on days like Black Friday and Memorial Day. Fortunately, you can find bargains at your local outlet mall 365 days a year. According to Value Retail News, the average outlet store offers items at around 38 percent off what you'd find in a regular retail store, and savings may be as high as 72 percent.

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Clearance Sales Mean Bigger Savings

Not only is the merchandise generally cheaper than it is in the brand's actual stores, but if you go during a clearance sale, you can really save big. Think designer purses at 75 percent off and heavily discounted top name brand jeans.

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And Coupons Offer Even More Savings

As if you weren't already saving enough, most outlet stores offer coupons to their customers. You can usually find them by visiting an outlet mall's website. This also gives you a chance to see if any big clearance sales or events are taking place. If you can't find coupons online, stop by customer service before you shop to see if they're handing any out to shoppers.

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Shop Off-Season

One good thing about outlet stores is that you don't necessarily have to shop for what's in season. You can buy sweaters and boots during the spring and summer and bathing suits and sandals during the winter. You may even find that you get better deals by shopping out of season.

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Get Your Exercise

Outlet malls tend to be large places with both indoor and outdoor walkways. And chances are if you head out to shop at the Nike Outlet and the Coach Outlet, one's going to be on one end of the mall, and one is going to be on the other. Is there any better place to get your steps in for the day?

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Become Part of a Club

Several of the major outlet mall chains offer even more savings if you sign up for their clubs. You'll receive coupons and other discounts, and you can earn rewards and gift cards to your favorite outlet stores.

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