Deal of the day - How to save big money at Target

I buy a lot of things from Target.  You know how it is. You walk in with a list of five things, and check out with half of my cart full.  A few of these purchases are spontaneous, but most are things that we need at a really good price.

Here are the ways I save big money at Target:

• Target Debit Card - I drug my feet on this for a long time.  Every time you check out they offer you a chance to save 5% by getting a debit or credit card.  I did some research, and decided to get the debit card a few months back.  I love it!  The money comes out of your checking account just like your regular debit card.  They give you 5% off on everything in the store and online, and your online order ships for free.  This will come in handy at Christmas time.
• Coupons - Did you know that Target has their own coupons on their web site to print off or put on your phone?  They even allow you to stack Target coupons with manufacturer coupons.  They also offer coupons for their own brand.  For example, Target sells Garnier Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner for $2.99.  They have a Target coupon for $1 off, and there is a manufacturer coupon for an additional $1 off, bringing it to only $0.99.
  Link to Target Coupons
  Link to Coupons.com
• Clearance section - Here's a way to save even bigger bucks.  At the end of the isles in the store there are clearance items.  You can stack you coupons for an even bigger savings.  You won't want to miss the clearance section in the health and beauty isles, as well as the grocery and baby isles.  These are usually items that they just have too many of, or didn't sell well.
• Save your receipt - How many times have you bought something, and then seen it go on sale a couple of weeks later?  Target will give you the difference back on purchases up to 90 days. 

Target's coupon policy

Target's FAQ for printable coupons