Inflation is making many of us reexamine our spending habits, from food and gas to clothing and other everyday essentials. But even before inflation, bargain hunters were on the lookout for the best deals around.

If you're new to the bargain deals game, then Bin 5 in Gastonia is the place to be on a Saturday morning.

Early in the morning, crowds line up outside the store on South New Hope Road for a chance to haul home great deals on the things they want. Vacuum cleaners, toaster ovens, tablets, and more are likely to end up in the bins inside.

And the best part: each item is sold for $7 or less. But how can you score those big ticket items for about the same price as a fast food meal?

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