Are there any advantages to opening a store-brand credit account?
4 Questions to Ask Before Opening a Store Credit Account 1/28/2010 in In-Store Shopping | Add a comment Photo by B Rosen Beware the dollar store wolf in shabby-sheep clothing. Perhaps one of the most brilliant marketing ideas in recent decades, the “everything’s a buck” mantra lures many a browser into spending far more than at traditional shopping venues. Even the store appearance and odor guarantee its authenticity as offering bottom-dollar prices. Don’t forgo the buck store altogether—because their inventory is comprised solely of remnants and discontinued items, you can potentially save up to 70% on name brand closeouts, if you know what to look for. Before shopping, take note: 1. Not all stores accept returns. Ask ahead if you plan on buying in huge bulk to avoid a disaster. 2. Prices may vary. Even at the dollar store, not every product costs just a dollar. Dollar General is a variation of the true dollar store that prices products differently. 3. You can purchase canned goods an