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Retailers like Loehmann’s, TJ Maxx, Marshalls and Tuesday Morning are getting more inventory than usual, because the high-end retailers have been trimming their own. If you aren’t sure what your favorite store is, until you see what kinds of deals they are all offering, check out, which lists sales, coupons and promotions by retailer. Many offer coupons, cellphone sales alerts and more. Got a favorite store? Go to its website, too. Check out, which lets you compare prices by phone. Once you’re in the mall, you can still comparison shop with your cellphone. Web sites like, and will show you lowest prices for the items you want. Compare prices online before you head to a store.
