How to find real deals at outlet malls, according to an expert

(InvestigateTV) — Outlet malls can still offer real savings, but only for shoppers who know certain tricks, according to Kyle James, a writer for ConsumerAffairs.James said outlet malls are skilled at creating the appearance of a great deal.“You see these huge signs everywhere, 60% off, close-out sale — well, the thing is, you show up next week or a month from now, the signs are still there collecting dust,” James said. “So it’s important to be aware of that, and a lot of the products you’re going to find at these outlet malls are stuff that’s made specifically for the outlet mall, and so a lot of times the quality isn’t as good.”James said if a store has every size and color of an item in stock, that item was likely manufactured specifically for the outlet rather than being overstock from a regular retail location. Items that are harder to find in every size are more likely to be genuine overstock from the main store.James recommends skipping the merchandise displayed at the front of