Robertson said most of the big liquidators start at about a 20% discount and lower prices from there. Shoppers should keep checking the store being liquidated to keep track of the discounts. But if they wait too long, they might not get the best selection, he said. Robertson said bigger discounts can be found on clothing and toys, which have larger profit margins. In comparison, consumer electronics have razor-thin margins.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 22, 2018 12:00 UTC