Target recently announced they’d be closing a bunch of stores citing “employee and guest” safety. In other words, due to theft and organized crime, it’s not safe, or profitable, to operate these stores anymore. Because this seems to be a growing trend, I figured it was time to keep a running list of all the Target closures so you can track if any stores in your neck-of-the woods are next on the chopping block.

So…Which Target Stores Closed in 2023 and 2024

Here is the current list of Target closures.

CALIFORNIA:

• Oakland – Broadway & 27th: 2650 Broadway (closed October 21, 2023)
• East Palo Alto – 1775 E Bayshore Rd. (closing September 28, 2024)
• Pittsburg – 4301 Century Blvd. (closed October 21, 2023)
• San Francisco – Folsom and 13th St: 1690 Folsom St (closed October 21, 2023)

MINNESOTA:

• Minneapolis – 1300 W Lake St. (Small format store concept) (closed in May 2023)

NEW YORK:

• Harlem – 517 E 117th Street, NY (closed October 21, 2023)

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OREGON:

• Portland Galleria – 939 SW Morrison St (closed October 21, 2023)
• Portland Powell – 3031 SE Powell Blvd (closed October 21, 2023)
• Portland Hollywood – 4030 NE Halsey St (closed October 21, 2023)

PENNSYLVANIA:

• Philadelphia – City Center, 1128 Chestnut Street (closed in May 2023)

WASHINGTON:

• Seattle Area – University Way: 4535 University Way NE (closed October 21, 2023)
• Seattle Area – Ballard: 1448 NW Market St, Ste 100 (closed October 21, 2023)

WASHINGTON D.C. Area:

• College Park – 7501 Baltimore Ave. in College Park, Maryland (closed in May 2023)
• Falls Church – 500 S Washington St. in Falls Church, Virginia (closed in May 2023)

See Also: The Target “Dollar Spot”: Here’s EXACTLY Where It’s Located

What Stores Closed in 2021 and 2022?

The following Target stores shuttered their doors in recent years.

CALIFORNIA:

• Cupertino – 19499 Stevens Creek Blvd. (closed in June 2021)
• San Francisco – 1830 Ocean Ave. (closed in June 2021)

FLORIDA:

• Gainesville – 250 NW 13th St. (Small format store concept) (closed in June 2022)

See Also: Walmart Stores are Closing Too…Here’s the List So Far

Ask the Reader: Do you know of any other Target stores that have closed recently? Let me know in the comments so I can add it to my list.

By Kyle James

Call me strange (and many do) but I love digging around the web, making phone calls, and asking employees about their own store’s return policy. So when it came to figuring out the return policy at Safeway, I knew I had my work cut out for me. This is because Safeway posts very little about it online, and they make it a very confusing policy on purpose so they have wiggle room. Here’s everything I discovered, I hope it helps.

The Scenario…

I brought home a dozen eggs from my local Safeway and 5 of them were rotten, so of course it made me wonder if they were returnable.

Typically I would just throw the eggs away, but I figured this would be a great way to see what the ACTUAL return policy is at Safeway because I’ve read many varying accounts of their policy online.

Also, you CANNOT find anything on the Safeway website about their return policy, so I figured my eggs were a great case study to get some actual answers for all of us.

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How Many Return Days Does Safeway Allow?

7 business days.

This information is nowhere to be found online.

I searched their website, press releases, and I even looked at the back of their receipt with a magnifying glass.

I actually had to call Safeway customer support and ask what the heck their return policy was.

I was told that I have 7 business days to return my eggs for a full refund or exchange.

You Need Your Receipt to Make a Return

Even though Safeway was able to lookup my purchase using my Safeway for U information, I was told I definitely needed to bring my receipt with the eggs.

If I didn’t have my receipt, OR waited longer than 7 business days it would be LEFT UP TO the manager if they would accept my return.

Note: If you lose you’re receipt, and you’re a Safeway for U member (it’s free to join) they can lookup your order history and get you your receipt.

PRO TIP: NO RECEIPT NEEDED ON SAFEWAY BRANDS

Safeway has a bunch of popular in-store brands that include Lucerne, O Organics, Open Nature, and Signature Select to name a few.

If you have any issues with these brands, they offer a satisfaction guarantee which allows you to bring them back to the store of purchase and get a full refund WITHOUT a receipt.

See Also: The Trader Joe’s Return Policy is Fantastic…Here are 4 Reasons Why

Take Your Return To Any Register

When you enter Safeway to make your return, you can head for any open register, or better yet go to the customer service desk in the front of the store.

They’ll check the item(s), examine your receipt, and help you make the return or exchange.

Returns will go back to your original form of payment -OR- they’ll give you cash back if you wrote a check or used your debit card.

If you used EBT benefits, they will return the amount of the purchase back to your EBT card.

Potential Exceptions to the 7 Days

I was told that all returns, with a receipt, after 7 business days, are handled on a case-by-case basis with the manager on duty.

I think it’s safe to assume that if you do NOT have a history of abusing their return policy, and have a legitimate reasons for making the return, you stand a good chance of having your return approved.

Legitimate reasons include a prematurely spoiled item, something foreign in the product, and potentially if you simply don’t like the taste of the product.

You Can Return Half Consumed Food

A perfect example is my dozen eggs that was clearly opened as I’d already eaten a couple of them before I found the rotten ones.

If you’re trying to return a box of cereal that’s almost empty, and the reason for the return is “you don’t like the taste” the manager on shift might deny your return.

But if you just opened the cereal and it’s smells weird, there’s a 95% chance Safeway will accept your return (or exchange) if you bring it back within a few days of purchase.

See Also: How to Use Apple Pay at Safeway + Insider Tips

Can You Return Alcohol?

No. Actually, I should probably say, “Probably, not.”

Most states prohibit the return of alcohol, opened or unopened but NOT all states.

Do a quick Google search for “does my state allow me return alcohol” to see what you find.

Also, it’s worth noting that you might be able to exchange unopened alcohol, but it will be at discretion of the Safeway manager.

Always Return to the Safeway Where Purchase was Made

Safeway definitely wants you to bring the item back to where you bought it.

I think this is so they can determine if the food item is bad or rancid, and that way they can remove the item from the shelf if needed.

What About Fresh Fruits and Veggies?

You CAN return them.

As long as you have your receipt are in return window you should be good to go.

See Also: The ALDI Return Policy Might Be Better Than Safeway’s Policy

You Can Also Return Meats Past Their “Best By” Date

It’s my understanding that Safeway will take back meats that are past their “Best By” date, but still within the 7-day return window.

I’ve been told this is typically handled on a case-by-case basis and the manager has the authority to not accept the return.

If you work at Safeway and have more information on this, PLEASE let me know in the comments.

Can I Return “Heat to Eat” Meals That Are Terrible?

Yes.

I found examples online of people being able to return these premade meals at Safeway.

Do Safeway Members Get a Better Return Policy?

No.

Whether you’re part of their rewards program or not, you get the same exact 7-day return policy.

Any Other Items That CANNOT Be Returned?

Yes.

Besides alcohol, you cannot return the following items:

– Baby Formula and Baby Food

– Tobacco Products

What’s the Policy on Grocery Delivery and Pickup?

Really quite good actually. 

For some reason, Safeway does a nice job of breaking down their return policy when it comes to grocery delivery.

Safeway offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on your grocery delivery orders.

You can either have the driver return the item for you, or you can bring items back yourself.

Safeway asks you to call them at (877) 505-4040 to let them know that you want to return item(s) in your order and they’ll tell you how to proceed.

Ask the Reader: While I did a deep dive on the Safeway return policy, I feel I still might be missing some unpublished information…if you work at Safeway or have some insider info, PLEASE let me know in the comments.

By Kyle James

Photo credit to Mike Mozart.

As an avid Amazon shopper, I’m always looking for ways to save money with the online retail giant. From shopping at their little-known Online Warehouse Outlet, to figuring out how to buy their returns for cheap, I’m always on the search for ways to save. This made me wonder if there were stores in my local area that bought and sold Amazon returns and liquidated Amazon products for cheap. Here’s what I discovered.

After some digging, I found an Amazon return store, also known as a “Liquidation Store” or “Amazon Bin Store”, about 10 miles away.

So off I drove and quickly discovered that the savings at the store were pretty incredible, so I wanted to show you how to find a return store in your neck of the woods so you can start saving too. Here’s EVERYTHING you need to know.

What Exactly is an Amazon Return Store?

As the name suggests, an Amazon Return Store buys and sells Amazon products that were returned by customers for a myriad of reasons.

They are a great place to shop for bargains on home décor, electronics, toys, tools, clothing, shoes, patio furniture, and small kitchen appliances.

These stores typically don’t only sell Amazon returns, they often source liquidations and returns from Target, Home Depot, and Walmart as well.

See Also: How to Find a Target Salvage Store Near You

PRO TIP: BEWARE OF THE BIN STORE “BAIT & SWITCH”

Most bin store owners are completely above board when it comes to the “preview pictures” they post of their weekly merchandise that they share on Facebook the day before they offer it for sale.

But be aware that some will add high-end items and brands into their pictures to entice shoppers. I’ve seen pictures posted with $399 Apple AirPod Max headphones, high end DeWalt power tools, and even a top of the line KitchenAid stand mixer.

Then when you show up and stand in line (for an hour), the items either never existed or they’re being sold in the “Retail” section of the store for almost full price. Consider yourself warned, bin stores that do this should lose your business.

How Do I Find a Return Store Near Me?

The best way to find a store near you is through Google or Facebook.

These stores go by different names, the two in my town are called Bargain Bins and Falling Prices.

Start by doing a Google search for one of the following,

“Amazon return store near me”

“Amazon bin store TOWN NAME” – this is the exact search that stumbled me onto my local “Bargain Bins” store.

“Liquidation store TOWN NAME”

“Amazon salvage store near me”

“Amazon liquidation store TOWN NAME”

Next hit up Facebook and do the exact SAME searches.

If you have any of these stores near you, Google and/or Facebook will quickly find them for you and you probably won’t have to do more than 2 searches.

See Also: Amazon Warehouse Deals: How to Find the ABSOLUTE Best Deals

PRO TIP: ARE YOU AN EBAY RESELLER?

If you’re a reseller, you need to find and add an Amazon bin store to your weekly shop routine.

On my last trip to my local bin store I talked to a couple resellers who gave me some great tips.

First, they told me that while they’ll shop on the first day when everything is $12, the secret sauce is to shop when everything is 2 for $1. I was told they can easily extract $100 to $300 in hidden treasures in about 1 hour.

Second, when I asked why they don’t just buy their own pallets, they said there is way too much junk on them and they’d much rather cherry pick the money making opportunities in-person.

Are These Products from Amazon Liquidation Pallets?

Yes.

The vast majority of products are sourced from buying Amazon liquidation pallets from sites like Liquidation.com and DirectLiquidation.com.

What Brands Will I Typically Find Within?

Depends.

Unfortunately, it’s impossible to predict the brands you might find as every store is different and dependent on the pallet of returned merchandise that they purchase.

But, to give you an idea, from shopping at my local “Bargain Bins” store, I found these brands to name just a few:

– Disney

– Sony

– Anker

– Logitech

– Farberware

– Ryobi

– Cuisinart

– Black & Decker

– Samsung

– Stanley Tools

– Shakespeare Fishing Poles

– 3M

– Nike

– Adidas

How Much Savings is Typical at These Stores?

Easily 50% off the retail price, often WAY more, I personally saw savings close to 90% off the original price.

The “Bargain Bins” store near me works like this:

Thursday – Everything in the store is $12

Friday – Everything in the store is $8

Saturday -Everything in the store is $4

Sunday -Everything in the store is $2

Monday – Everything in the store is 2 for $1

Tuesday and Wednesday – Closed

If your Amazon “bin” store is setup the same way, the BEST strategy is to start by shopping on a Thursday (when the store opens) and see what in-stock products and brands they have, then come back Sunday afternoon and see what is left.

This will give you a great idea at how quickly stuff is sold and at what price point.

Be prepared for a crowd on Thursday and a mad scramble when the doors open, it reminded me of the old Black Friday days.

A saw shoppers scoring microwaves, a mini fridge, large framed art prints, and electronics (think sound bars, headphones, and charging stations) for only $12 each.

Also, if your store is still relatively new, many bargain shoppers might not be aware of it yet, allowing you to take advantage of deals on Sunday and Monday at pennies on the dollar.

If you’re a reseller on eBay the Sunday and Monday bargains could be a great way to source inventory that you can resell for a quick profit.

See Also: 4 CLEVER Ways to Buy Amazon Returns and Save Money

Are the Products Often Defective?

Sometimes, but not typically.

While the items are typically in working condition, they sometimes have scratches, dents, and small imperfections.

I saw a lamp that had been squished, many boxes that had been ripped open at one point, and even a mattress that had some grease on it.

So you’re definitely taking a risk, especially on electronics, but at the low price point the risk is negligible in my opinion.

Are All Purchases Going to Be Final Sale?

Yes.

Because you’re buying products at liquidation prices, you can expect there to be NO return policy in place.

So once you buy the item, and walk out the door, you’re stuck with it.

The good news is you can easily resell the item on eBay if you don’t want it, often at a profit.

Can I Find Amazon Essentials at These Stores?

Yes.

I took the above picture recently when I went to our local “Bargain Bins” Amazon liquidation store with my daughter.

She bought these BRAND NEW leather moccasin slippers for only $4, Amazon sells them for over $20.

Can I Return These Items to Amazon?

No.

If you’re thinking of somehow returning products bought at a discount to Amazon for a profit, think again, it can’t be done.

First of all, you’ll need evidence that you bought the item from Amazon in the first place, and secondly, well….there is no secondly, just don’t do it.

See Also: Amazon Return Policy: Time to Cut Through the Crap and Figure It Out

Ask the Reader: Do you know of any Amazon return stores in your neck of the woods? Let me know in the comments and I’ll start compiling a list of stores to help all of us.

By Kyle James