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Rebate Roulette - http://www.rebateroulette.com/
User-submitted rebate reviews and ratings. |
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CostCritter - http://www.costcritter.com
Features rebates, coupons, promotions and a cash back program for online stores. Registration required; free membership. |
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FTC: Taking the "Bait" Out of Rebates - http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/rebatealrt.htm
Advice from the Federal Trade Commission to help consumers successfully process and submit rebates. |
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The Rebate Debate: Why Were They Late? - http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/03/compusa.htm
FTC settles charges against CompUSA for deceptive and unfair product rebate practices. |
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Ed Foster's Gripelog: Rebate Bait - http://www.gripe2ed.com/scoop/story/2004/4/29/8438/35808
Explains how and why the rebate industry, especially on computers or electronic equipment, has (over)grown, and how rebate fulfillment shops make their money. |
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Refunding Online - http://members.tripod.com/~JWarren/RefundOnline.html
Devoted to the hobbies of refunding and couponing. Includes newbie tips, glossary and manufacturer directory with 1-800 numbers for most major brands. |
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Confessions of a Mail-In Rebate Junkie - http://mysite.verizon.net/vze6l53f/confessionsofamailinrebatejunkie/
Information and advice on retaining and submitting mail-in rebates from manufacturers. |
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The Straight Dope: Why are rebate checks drawn on obscure banks in the middle of nowhere? - http://www.straightdope.com/classics/a3_167.html
Answer: It's part of a scheme to delay paying rebates for as long as legally possible. |
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TCS: Shoot the Stupid Consumer - http://www.techcentralstation.com/021005F.html
Article is from Tech Central Station discussing how the "mail-in rebate" offered by retailers can turn into a consumer nightmare and can legitimately be described as a "shady" business practice. |
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Rebate Report Card - http://www.rebatereportcard.com/
Rebate rankings submitted by consumers. Rebates are ranked from A to F, depending on length of time to get the money, complexity of instructions, quality of customer service and related details. |