Don’t Be Discouraged From Saving — Learn New Rules and Deadlines

Retailers are taking a tougher stance on return policies Anticipated returns of billions of dollars are discouraged this year.

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WRAL News It was reported that $135 billion worth products will be returned in the holiday season. Some retailers have tried to reduce shipping costs and avoid fraud by charging shipping fees or restocking fees. Anthropologie, Zara, H&M, Abercrombie & Fitch, Dillards, JCPenney While some retailers have reduced their return windows, others are charging returns up to $8.50.

Trae Bodge is a shopping expert. WCPO Aside from closely monitoring returns for fraud, less stores offer this service. free returns More retailers are now charging shipping and restocking fees. “Retailers are really trying to figure out how they can allow consumers to return but also not have to shoulder all the expense,” she said.

WRAL reported that some retailers have extended their holiday return window. Apple is an example of this. Returns can be made up to Jan. 8 at Apple. Amazon And Walmart They allow returns up to Jan. 31. Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot and Lowe’s have 90-day return policies and Kohl’s has a 180-day return policy.

WRAL recommends the following if you need to make a tax return:

Amazon items can be returned to Amazon Go stores, Whole Foods and Kohl’s, while most other major retailers will allow you to make online returns at their stores. You can also print a Return Shipping Label and pack the item to return. Then, you can schedule a pickup time or hand the package to the shipper.

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WRAL also explained that most retailers will refund you or exchange your item if it is damaged or defective. For more information, please visit www.wral.com. store’s return policyYou can visit their website or contact them directly.

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