Looking for some great deals just in time to send the kids back to school? Outlet malls are vying for your business like never before with savings of up to 65% off, but you’ve got to know the tricks of the trade.

For many, the outlet mall can be quite a drive from home. Is it worth it to burn the gas to save money on other purchases? The answer is typically yes, especially during big weekend sales.

A common misconception is that items sold at outlet malls are damaged. Often the goods being sold are overruns, when a store simply ordered more than they could sell. Sometimes a store will order seasonal wear that doesn’t get delivered before the season ends. These items also generally get sent to the outlet malls.

Watch the video below for more tricks of the trade on getting the most for your money at the outlet mall.