10 Money-Saving Secrets Macy’s Employees Won’t Tell You
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022
Everything from how to get free shipping on Macys.com to how to score 20 percent off every single time.
Get free shipping every time
While free shipping is becoming more and more common, you’ll still have to shell out $99 or more for it on Macys.com. Otherwise, it’s $10.95—unless you’re buying beauty products, that is. Those ship for free. Savvy shoppers know to add a cheap beauty product (one that costs less than $10.95) to their shopping bag in order to get free shipping on everything else.
Knock 25 percent off your order
Who couldn’t use an extra 25 percent off? To redeem yours, create a free Macy’s profile and get a 25 percent off coupon emailed to you. Or download the Macy’s app and get 25 percent off your first in-app order.
Return any gift
Uh oh! The sweater Grandma bought you just isn’t your style—and you can’t find the receipt. Have no fear: Macy’s allows you to return a gift within 180 days of purchase even without a receipt. You’ll just have to settle for store credit for the item’s lowest selling point.
Know when to go
If you’re looking to make a big purchase, you’ll want to align your shopping dates with one of Macy’s major sales. Macy’s Semi-Annual sales occur in July and January. Their Friends and Family sales happen in April or May and December. The store’s One Day sales typically take place on the third Saturday of the month, writes thekrazycouponlady.com. After your shopping trip, try these 12 ways to save at restaurants.
Stay informed
In order to shop the best sales, you’ll need to know exactly when they’re taking place. Make sure you never miss the perfect day to shop by signing up for Macy’s emails, as well as checking their flier in your local newspaper.
Buy yellow
Macy’s marks all of its final clearance items with a yellow sticker. That means the item will never get any cheaper than the price you see on that tag. If you see a blue clearance tag, know that the item will be discounted one more time (to a yellow tag). Learn the 31 invisible ways stores get you to spend more.
Find the Last Act rack
The rack title Last Act is the final clearance rack, so you’re bound to find amazing deals. And don’t be afraid to ask where the rack is located in each department: there should be a different one for men’s, women’s, kid’s, and housewares.
Compare prices
Scan in-store barcodes on the Macy’s app to make sure the in-store price is cheaper than the online price. If it’s not, you’ll be able to get the discounted price as the register. The app also allows you to read reviews and receive weekly catalogs and exclusive deals. Heading to Target next? Try these 11 money-saving Target hacks.
Use a Macy’s gift card
Unless you’re doing a lot of shopping at Macy’s, it’s probably not worth it to sign up for a Macy’s credit card. Still, it’s hard to see those cardholder deals go to waste. Try this hack: Use a Macy’s gift card instead. When the cashier swipes it, you’ll get whatever deal is available to cardholders.
Try free in-store pickup
See something you like online and want to get rewards for your next shopping trip? Of course you do. Click in-store pickup (it’s free, so you’ll also get to pass on shipping fees) and get 15-20 percent off your next in-store purchase. Now try these 50 ways to save at all your favorite stores.
