How To Save Money At Target (10 Secrets to Know – We LOVE #2!)

Find out 10 Tips for how to save money at Target so that shopping is a breeze and doesn't bust your budget. #2 is my favorite saving tip!

10 Secrets for How to Save Money at Target

Love shopping Target? Me too!

There are a ton of ways for how to save money at Target (which can quickly become overwhelming), but with a little patience and determination you can learn all the best ways to save while you're there.

Here are my top 10 secrets to save at Target every time you shop.

1. Get the Target Redcard

2. Take advantage of Target Gift Card Deals.

Target offers various gift card deals every week – and this is a great way to save additional money at Target – especially if you're buying these items anyway!

Most of the time it will be on certain items like household, personal care, yogurt or health and beauty products.  You will need to download the coupon on your circle app.  And don't forget that you can use manufacturer coupons and circle coupons in addition to getting the gift card.

To make your Target savings even greater you can roll your gift cards.

For example, if you purchase one item that gives you a gift card at Target, you can use that gift card to score more of the same deals – as long as there are no limits.  We at the PPP Team love that!

3. Save even more with Target Circle Coupons

Target Coupons (that used to be called cartwheel offers) are now the Target Circle loyalty program! 

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If you currently have a Target.com account, the old Cartwheel app or the Target app or a REDcard, you'll automatically get a Target Circle account. (You can update your info and link your number HERE).

The new program will give everyone 1% back on purchases, and 5% back on your birthday.

You'll get these percentages back any time you order online, use your phone number in-store, or scan using your wallet app. (REDcard holders will still get 5% off all purchases.)

Just like the Cartwheel discounts did, Target Circle gives you discounts and special offers, found in the Target App.

4. If you have a Smartphone, screenshot your coupon offers.

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5. Watch for Target Clearance Markdowns

One of the best tips for how to save money at Target? Learn their clearance schedule!

The days they mark things down at Target will vary by store and season, but here's a general idea of the days they mark things lower:

• Monday – Accessories, Books, Baby & Stationary, Kids Clothing, Electronics
• Tuesday – Food, Pet Supplies & Women's Clothing
• Wednesday – Diapers, Furniture, Health & Beauty, Lawn & Garden, Men's Clothing
• Thursday – Decor & Luggage, Housewares, Lingerie, Shoes, Sporting Goods, Toys
• Friday – Auto, Cosmetics, Hardware, Home Goods, Jewelry

TIP: Sometimes the clearance items are actually lower than they say.  For instance, if the sale price sticker says 50% OFF it may have gone 70% OFF already but just not been marked down yet.  Use the price checker to confirm the true markdown on any clearance purchases!

5. Use coupon and rebate apps

Usually there are a lot of deals through rebate apps at Target you can use in addition to other discounts!

• Ibotta Rebate
• Fetch Rewards
• Coupons.com App 
• Shopkick
• Checkout51 Rebate

These are ALL apps that I use and highly recommend!

6. Get 5¢ off your order for each reusable grocery bag

For every reusable bag you provide to take home your Target purchases, you'll get 5¢ off your order.  Or if you don't have your own – snag one at Target for 99¢!

8. Target price matches competitors

If you find something at another store for less than Target, Target will price match that item. (Several rules and restrictions apply)

Target's most current price match policy states that they will:

• Match the price on Target.com (believe it or not those differ sometimes!)
• Match Competitor's Online Prices
• Match Competitor's Local Print Ads
• The item must be the identical item, brand name, size, weight, color, quantity and model number. It must be in stock at the time of Price Match for approved online competitors.
• Price Match refunds are given within 14 days of purchase

During the holidays these savings can really add up, because you can price match a sale item on Amazon and use any coupons you might have (they are applied after price match savings).

9. Don't miss the Target One Spot deals.

10. Use Coupons!