Why is outlet mall cheaper

Last year, four representatives from the U. The FTC posted a blog advising consumers on how to get their money's worth at outlet malls. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses.

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External Links Outlet shopping: Getting your money's worth U. Federal Trade Commission. Pro: Remember the days when you had to drive out to the boondocks in search of an outlet mall? Times are changing. More and more outlet stores are moving closer to major metropolitan areas and catering to their urban clientele.

Distance shopping can also become an issue if you need to return an unwanted or defective product, as many retailers will not accept items purchased from their outlet locations. And while consumers can usually score some good deals, impulse buys and overspending are just as dangerous at outlet locations as traditional malls.

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