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Joe254 wrote:
In the most current 12 month period I have received $3,400+ in rebates, and because I used coupons during the purchase I am actually $400+ AHEAD.
So, on balance.... everybody is losing money by selling stuff to you. Can they make that up on volume??
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Maybe they make it up over the long haul.
I purchased a satelitte dish on Ebay - paid $40.00. Dishnetwork was running a rebate deal - Free dish with one year programming.
I installed the dish and signed-up. Dishnetwork sent me a check for $199.00...
Did they make a bad deal?? Nope, I have their dish--their programming--and for the last three years they have had my yearly subscription fees.
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Some months ago, Oldman, nee Windtalker, posted this information on the General Forum. I gave the contact information on one of the sites to someone from work who was having problems getting a rebate. Sure enough, the rebate arrived within a couple weeks!
Hint: If you want to find this thread in the future, just search for rebates!
Online Rebate Tracking Program: www.rebate-tracker.com
Rebate Center Contact Information
Continental Promotions Group / CPG - Phoenix, AZ & Scottsdale, AZ
www.rebatestatus.com - Does not list all rebates).
(800) 554-9838 ext. 6100
(888) 314-9908
(888) 314-9903
Canon rebates (not found when searching regular rebatestatus.com link).
ExpressGroup - Walled Lake, MI, www.expressgroup.com,
rebateinq@expressgroup.com (Email)
(888) 738-9201
(800) 962-4664
Global Fulfillment Services / GFS - Mesa, AZ
www.gfsinc.com - Business Website
www.web-rebates.com - No direct links to anything - just a webpage
www.web-rebates.com/linksys - Linksys Rebate Inquiry
www.web-rebates.com/belkin - Belkin Rebate Inquiry
www.web-rebates.com/compaq/status - (Compaq Rebate Inquiry
www.web-rebates.com/usrobotics - USRobotics Rebate Inquiry
www.web-rebates.com/dlink/status - D-Link Rebate Inquiry
www.web-rebates.com/britannica/status - Britannica Rebate Inquiry
(888) 859-3988
Parago / RebatesHQ - Coppell, TX & McAllen, TX & Miami, FL (?)
www.rebateshq.com (Rebate Lookup)
www.rebateshq.com/parago/contact_us.htm - Rebate Center contact numbers by vendor.
www.rebateshq.com/clients/parago/rebates/email_us.jsp - Email webpage.
(866) 450-9695
(888) 221-4692
(877) 580-3348
TCArebates / WheresMyRebate.com - New Rochelle, NY
www.wheresmyrebate.com
http://www.wheresmyrebate.com/results.asp?postalcode=00000&SearchSubmit=Find+Rebate%28s%29[/L] - Zipcode only search. More helpful than using last name and zipcode, cause they sometimes mistype. Replace 00000 with your zipcode.
customerservice@wheresmyrebate.com - Email
(800) 390-2344 - TCA only allows *3* rebates to be checked per telephone call.
914-633-8772 - Fax
Young America - Young America, MN
www.young-america.com - No online rebate lookup
(800) 251-2665
Young America Client Services Facility
18671 Lake Drive East
Chanhassen, MN 55317
(952) 294-6000
Young America Fulfillment Center
717 Faxon Road
Young America, MN 55397-9481
(952) 467-1100
Glencoe Fulfillment Center
1207 Cardinal Ave. North
Glencoe, MN 55336
Mankato Call Center
1400 Madison Ave.
Mankato, MN 56001
YA Canada - Chatham Kent Call Center
800 Richmond St.
Chatham Kent, Ontario N7M 5J5
BestBuy Rebate Center / Watts NCH Promotional Services - Calais, ME
www.bestbuy.com/RebateCenter
(800) 369-5050 opt. 5 - Customer Relations - when all else fails to get a Best Buy rebate.
(888) 797-3956
(800) 849-0444
(888) 237-8289 option 3, option 3 again. - Bestbuy/Watts NCH Rebate.
(888) 363-5170 - Bestbuy/Crucial Memory Rebate.
Circuit City - Richmond, VA
www.circuitcityrebates.com - Rebate lookup.
www.circuitcity.com - Click Rebate tab at top of page for main rebate page.
(800) 660-2810
CompUSA Headquarters Rebate Center - Dallas, TX
www.cusarebates.com
(800) 278-4685 - Call this number when all else fails to get a CompUSA advertised rebate.
(800) 773-6709
I/O Magic / HiVal / Digital Research - Santa Ana, CA
http://www.iomagic.com/rebatesmain.htm
(800) 607-7466 (M-F, 8am-5pm PST)
McAfee
(800) 836-8756
Memorex - Young America, MN
www.memorex.com/special_promotions/rebates.php
(888) 258-4575
Microsoft - Clifton, NJ & Ridgely, MD
www.microsoft.com/insider/rebates (List of current rebates only)
(800) 622-4445 (8:30am-5:30pm ET)
Office Depot - Walled Lake, MI - ExpressGroup.
209.69.149.201/test/default.asp
lmiller@expressgroup.com - Email
(888) 738-9201
(800) 962-4664
OfficeMax
(866) 633-8353 (Office Max Rebate Center)
(800) 283-7674 (OfficeMax.com)
(800) 788-8080 (Main office)
Plextor
Plextor Customer Contact Center
http://www.plextor.com/english/products/product_promotions.html
(866) 283-7080
Plextor Rebate Center
(888) 859-3988
PNY
(800) 340-0108
Staples - Coppell, TX & McAllen, TX (Parago / RebatesHQ) & Miami, FL
www.staplesrebates.com
(877) 266-6483
(888) 856-9210
(800) 338-0252 - Office of Staples President.
Symantec
service2.symantec.com (Rebate online resolution)
(800) 494-8825 - Interactive Voice Response line.
T-Mobile / VoiceStream - Young America, MN
voicestreamrebates.com
(888) 258-4575
Samsung - New Rochelle, NY
(800) 578-8883 - For Monitor Rebates Commencing 01/01/02.
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Sites with links to current and past rebates
www.spoofee.com/rebates.html
Maxtor Current Rebates
www.maxtor.com/en/support/rebates
Sears Current Rebates
www.bcrebates.com/printablelist.jsp?divisionId=1
RebateRebate! Rebate Tracking Program
www.pcworld.com
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WHERE TO COMPLAIN IF YOUR REBATE DOESN'T ARRIVE
www.PlanetFeedback.com
They'll help you write a gripe letter and forward it to the company. Plus, you can send copies to lawmakers.
www.NAAG.org
National Association of Attorneys General
Find your state attorney general's contact info, and call in a complaint. AGs will take action if they see a pattern.
www.FTC.gov
The Federal Trade Commission
File a complaint on line or call 1-(877) FTC-HELP.
www.RipOffReport.com
Share your horror story with other irate consumers. The site's caustic editorials will feed your rebate rage.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Online Complaint Form
www.ftc.gov
(877) FTC-HELP ((877) 382-4357)
Better Business Bureau Online Complaint System
www.bbb.org
PCWorld.com: Rebate or Rip-Off?
www.pcworld.com/resource/printable/article/0,aid,7957,00.asp
PCWorld.com: Consumer Watch: Bait and Rebate
www.pcworld.com/resource/printable/article/0,aid,55310,00.asp
<<< HELPFUL HINTS >>>
1) Read rebate requirements before you buy the product or as soon as you buy the product to be sure you meet the eligibility requirements and you know the mail-in dates.
2) If you are buying a product and the rebate is online, download and/or print the rebate immediately. Some online sites will remove rebates as soon as the sale/promotion is over.
3) ALWAYS make good copies of everything you send in for a rebate.
4) Complete all information requested on rebate form in a legible hand writing. You may want to use all caps.
5) Provide all documents requested on the rebate form.
6) Put your rebate documentation and copies in a safe place and follow up on the dates they are due.
7) Call about your rebate if you do not receive it when it is due.
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Where to Complain If Your Rebate Doesn't Arrive
The Site: http://www.PlanetFeedback.com
Comment: They'll help you write a gripe letter and forward it to the company. Plus, you can send copies to lawmakers.
The Site: National Association of Attorneys General; http://www.NAAG.org
Comment: Find your state attorney general's contact info, and call in a complaint. AGs will take action if they see a pattern.
The Site: The Federal Trade Commission; http://www.FTC.com
Comment: File a complaint on line or call (877) FTC-HELP.
The Site: http://www.RipOffReport.com
Comment: Share your horror story with other irate consumers. The site's caustic editorials will feed your rebate rage.
The Site: http://www.PlanetFeedback.com
Comment: They'll help you write a gripe letter and forward it to the company. Plus, you can send copies to lawmakers.
The Site: National Association of Attorneys General; http://www.NAAG.org
Comment: Find your state attorney general's contact info, and call in a complaint. AGs will take action if they see a pattern.
The Site: The Federal Trade Commission; http://www.FTC.com
Comment: File a complaint on line or call (877) FTC-HELP.
The Site: http://www.RipOffReport.com
Comment: Share your horror story with other irate consumers. The site's caustic editorials will feed your rebate rage.
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Avoiding the Rebate Runaround - Where to find details on current offers - Researching Rebates
The Site: http://www.RebatePlace.com
Comment: Site tracks current rebate deals on computers and electronics, including expiration dates and restrictions. Plus, you can print copies of rebate forms to read all the fine print.
The Site: http://www.mtv411.com/rebates-coupons
Comment: An MTV community site with one useful feature: It offers contact info for major rebate fulfillment houses and links to online rebate centers for manufacturers and retailers.
The Site: http://edmund.com/edwweb/holdback/html
Comment: Plug in your zip code to find auto-rebate deals in your area.
Thanks to nishantd for this Wall Street Journal Article.
TCA calls Mr. Kuehnel's experience "a fluke," and says the company accidentally bounced 200 checks last month because of a technical glitch. The company has promised to re-issue all checks.
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Avoiding the Rebate Runaround - Where to find details on current offers -
The Site: http://www.RebatePlace.com
Comment: Site tracks current rebate deals on computers and electronics, including expiration dates and restrictions. Plus, you can print copies of rebate forms to read all the fine print.
The Site: http://www.mtv411.com/rebates-coupons
Comment: An MTV community site with one useful feature: It offers contact info for major rebate fulfillment houses and links to online rebate centers for manufacturers and retailers.
The Site: http://edmund.com/edwweb/holdback/html
Comment: Plug in your zip code to find auto-rebate deals in your area.
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| Posted: Tue May 20, 2003 20:20 pm Post subject: FREE with Rebates |
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| Corrine. WOW!! thanks. This one to keep. 8) |
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All I did was bring the information here from an old thread. The thanks go to Oldman/Windtalker. He put it all together a number of months ago.
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Thanks Oldman/Windtalker and Corrine. Great info all in one place!!
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| HoseB wrote: | | Joe254 wrote: | In the most current 12 month period I have received $3,400+ in rebates, and because I used coupons during the purchase I am actually $400+ AHEAD.  |
So, on balance.... everybody is losing money by selling stuff to you. Can they make that up on volume?? |
It does not matter to me whether they make it up on volume or whatever. I look for good deals and make the most by combining available promotions. My annual yard sale is mostly my free after rebate and coupon stuff. (I have no use for 8 optical mice, 4 scanners, 1000's of CDR, telephones, surge protectors, highlighters, Peachtree Accounting software (6 copies), USB 2.0 PCI cards, keyboards,..........). I don't do E-Bay. I buy all this stuff with my GM Mastercard I also earn 5% of purhase as a credit towards a new GM vehicle. |
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At Best Buy this week, McAfee Spam Killer utility. Windows CD $25. Does
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| Posted: Sun May 25, 2003 14:38 pm Post subject: FREE with rebates at COMP USA |
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FREE with rebates at COMP USA
Memorex TS1100 Keyboard
$9.99 - $4.00 instant savings - $6.00 mail-in rebate = FREE
Columbia Battery Charger Kit includes 4 AA & 4 AAA Batteries
$14.99 - $2.00 instant savings - $13.00 mail-in rebate = FREE
10/100 Ethernet PCI Card
$19.99 - $10.00 instant savings - $10.00 mail-in rebate = FREE
CD Stomper Label Kit
$19.99 - $5.00 instant savings - $15.00 mail-in rebate = FREE
Avery Glossy Photo Paper
$8.99 - $8.99 mail-in rebate = FREE
Software FREE with rebate
New Cosmopolitan Virtual Makeover 2003 Deluxe & Total Burn Platinum Bundle
Generations Family Tree Plus with Genealogy Supply Kit Patriot Edition
Pinnacle Expression
My MailList & AddressBook
My Professional BusinessCard
Dazzle OnDVD
Art Explosion 2000,000 Images
Digital Studio
Serious Sam: The Second Encounter
Scoody-Doo! Jinx at the Sphinx
Software FREE with rebate PREVIOUS Version REQUIRED for UPGRADE
McAfee Internet Security 5.0
McAfee ViruScan 7.0
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| Posted: Mon May 26, 2003 7:11 am Post subject: Re: FREE with rebates at COMP USA > Columbia Battery Charger |
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| rgm714 wrote: | FREE with rebates at COMP USA
Columbia Battery Charger Kit includes 4 AA & 4 AAA Batteries
$14.99 - $2.00 instant savings - $13.00 mail-in rebate = FREE
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This one seems like an excellent, inexpensive deal even without the rebate! Wow, you get 8 batteries altogether!
Importantly, does anyone know if the included AA and AAA rechargeable batteries are made of Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) and if so what mAh rating they have (such as 650, 700, 1600, 1800 mAh)? How long does it take to fully recharge these batteries? Is there a manufacturer's website for this product?
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I went for laugh. No get. sheesh |
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| I'm laughing too, all the way to the bank! |
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I went for laugh. No get. sheesh |
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THE ULTMATE BIRDER
$19.99 - $5 instant Savings - $15 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Columbia Battery Charging System
includes 4 AA and 4 AAA battery
$14.99 - $2 instant Savings - $13 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Siemens 10/100 PCI Card
$19.99 - $10 instant Savings - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
12 Sheets of 5" x 7" Glossy Photo Paper
$9.99- $9.99 Mail iin Rebate = Free
20 Sheets of Epson 4" x 6" Borderless Photo Paper
$5.99 - $1 instant Savings - $4.99 Mail iin Rebate = Free
CD/DVD Labeling Starter Kit
$9.99 - $5 instant Savings - $5 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Columbia PDA Keychain
$9.99 - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Just Wireless Hands - Free Ear Bud
$14.99 - $5 instant Savings - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Saitek Power Station
$19.99 - $10 instant Savings - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Columbia Universal PDA Case
$14.99 - $5 instant Savings - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Columbia Universal PDA Light Stylus
$14.99 - $5 instant Savings - $10 Mail iin Rebate = Free
ClipArt 250,000
$29.99 - $10 instant Savings - $20 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Super Solitaire 15 for PDAs
$19.99 - $20 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Audio Cleaning Lab 3.0
$39.99 - $20 instant Savings - $15 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Instant Immersion Spanish Pro
$39.99 - $10 instant Savings - $30 Mail iin Rebate = Free |
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Columbia Battery Charging System
includes 4 AA and 4 AAA battery
$14.99 - $2 instant Savings - $13 Mail iin Rebate = Free
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This one seems like an excellent, inexpensive deal even without the rebate! Wow, you get 8 batteries altogether!
Importantly, does anyone know if the included AA and AAA rechargeable batteries are made of the more advanced, longer-lasting Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) or the shorter-lasting Ni-Cd (Nickel Cadmium) and if so what mAh rating they (both the AA and AAA) have [such as 500, 650, 700, 1600, 1800 mAh]?
How long does it take to fully recharge these batteries? Is there a manufacturer's website for this product?
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Posted above:Instant Immersion Spanish Pro
$39.99 - $10 instant Savings - $30 Mail iin Rebate = Free
Also French, German & Italian |
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I have to recognize that Staples has dramatically improved in the timely manner they send rebates. As one person mentioned, one can get ahead in playing this shell game; this individual has claimed to "be $400 ahead." This is possible if you play your cards right, and follow procedures/terms/conditions of the programs that are being participated in. Therefore, this person can not be condemned for getting most for the dollar.
What I do have trouble with is how these retailers, especially Comp USA, Circuit City and Best Buy play their games of gimmicks and rebates in making the process of buying a large ticket item such as a computer an experience that makes hemerroids pleasant. Then these corporations wonder why computer sales are declining.
The reason so, is that consumers just want a set price for items that involves larger amounts of money. Not some stupid game that offers "free internet" if you buy this computer, or this "rebate" if you buy that model, and other gobblygook.
If a store wants say $1000 for a HP that has 2,53 GHz Intel 4 with 256 SDR RAM and 80GB Hard drive, and all the bells and whistles, it just should KISS [Keep It Simple Stupid...} the price as $1,000. Not this $1,500 minus $100 for this, minus $100 for that, etc all and minus another $300 because you brought it on the 4th Friday before a full moon, etc all. |
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| AT&T SHRILL wrote: | I have to recognize that Staples has dramatically improved in the timely manner they send rebates. As one person mentioned, one can get ahead in playing this shell game; this individual has claimed to "be $400 ahead." This is possible if you play your cards right, and follow procedures/terms/conditions of the programs that are being participated in. Therefore, this person can not be condemned for getting most for the dollar.
What I do have trouble with is how these retailers, especially Comp USA, Circuit City and Best Buy play their games of gimmicks and rebates in making the process of buying a large ticket item such as a computer an experience that makes hemerroids pleasant. Then these corporations wonder why computer sales are declining.
The reason so, is that consumers just want a set price for items that involves larger amounts of money. Not some stupid game that offers "free internet" if you buy this computer, or this "rebate" if you buy that model, and other gobblygook.
If a store wants say $1000 for a HP that has 2,53 GHz Intel 4 with 256 SDR RAM and 80GB Hard drive, and all the bells and whistles, it just should KISS [Keep It Simple Stupid...} the price as $1,000. Not this $1,500 minus $100 for this, minus $100 for that, etc all and minus another $300 because you brought it on the 4th Friday before a full moon, etc all. |
The "rebate game" may NEVER die.
"High price minus rebate" is the same to the seller as a "lower net price". However, the high price makes "top line revenue" look better to Wall Street. (Plus the fact that some people don't get the rebate for one reason or another, adding to the bottom line.)
How Wall Street perceives the company [regardless of any deception] is all that really matters. |
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| Just MADE another $50 after rebate purchasing 5 Lexmark Z45 printers for $150 delivered, $200 in rebates. |
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I just got my $30 rebate on my new Epson printer. It was $23 after rebate. My Stylus Color 640 stopped working after 7 years, so I ordered this new one. Just before I was going to set up the new one, I decided to "beat" the old one, including pulling the print head assembly back and forth. It made a terrible "gear slipping/stripping" noise, but it started working again! It still makes an awful noise when it prints, so considering its age, I will set up the new one when I run out of ink on the old one!
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| Boz wrote: | | ...... It made a terrible "gear slipping/stripping" noise, but it started working again! It still makes an awful noise when it prints,...... |
I don't know much about the Stylus Color 640, but a similar problem with a HP Deskjet was cured by cleaning the mylar tape and the slideways for the print head.
The dirt was causing the toothed "timing belt" to slip and make a sound similar to stripping gears. |
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