Yahoo features How to Win at Shopping!

Get friendly with the sales associates.

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When you shop frequently at the same store, it’s inevitable that you’ll get to know the salespeople and sales managers. These relationships can lead to savings. For example, store associates can add you to a pre-sale notification list, which gives you early access to store sales. “These events are advertised quietly,” explains David Zyla, Emmy award-winning stylist and author of “How to Win at Shopping.” “You make your selections and a salesperson will hold them, along with your credit card information. Once the sale officially begins, you card is charged and you can then pick up your purchases,” he says.

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