Business Insider/Jessica Tyler
- Target shoppers often end up leaving the store with more than what was on their shopping list.
- Even though it's easy to spend more than planned at Target, it's easy to save money as well.
- Shoppers can save by knowing when different products will go on sale, checking the weekly ad, and using the Target app to collect coupons.
Target shoppers often end up buying more than they plan. The so-called "Target Effect" sometimes has customers walking into the store for just a single item, then leaving with dozens more. Thankfully, Target makes saving money as easy as it makes spending it.
Through Target's website, shoppers can find coupons and clearance deals that can be used online or in stores, including coupons found through the Target app or manufacturers. Knowing when to shop is equally as important as checking for coupons - Target marks down different departments on different days, and has its best sales after certain holidays.
Here are some other tips for saving money at Target: