Explains how and why the rebate industry, especially on computers
or electronic equipment, has (over)grown, and how rebate fulfullment shops make their money.
FTC.gov
- Taking the "Bait" Out of Rebates
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Ed Foster`s Gripelog - Rebate Bait
www.gripe2ed.com/scoop
/story/2004/4/29/8438/35808
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www.techcentralstation.com/021005F.html
The Rebate Debate: Why Were They Late?
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www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/rebatealrt.htm
forums.slickdeals.net/f8-rebates.html
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www.refundexpress
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Refund Express
www.siteforsavings.com
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Find, buy and track rebate promotions from top manufacturers
in categories such as automotive, computers, electronics, and household. Includes newbie tips, glossary
and manufacturer directory.Answer: it`s part of a scheme to delay paying rebates for as long as legally
possible.
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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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Tech Central Station - Shoot
the Stupid Consumer
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mysite.verizon.net/vze6l53f/confessionsofamailinrebatejunkie/
Money-saving information
and opportunities on grocery products, household products and health and beauty items.
The Straight Dope:
Why are rebate checks drawn on obscure banks in the middle of nowhere?
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MyRebates.com
Discussion of rebate
offers and companies and of consumer experiences with them, both good and bad.
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SlickDeals.net Forums
- Rebates
FTC settles charges against CompUSA for deceptive and unfair product rebate practices.
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www.myRebates
.com
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www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/03/compusa.htm
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How to collect on your mail-in rebates.
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members.tripod.com/~JWarren
/RefundOnline.html
www.straightdope.com/classics/a3_167.html
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Confessions of a Mail-In Rebate Junkie
Refunds
, coupons and trader ads, refunding articles, toll-free freebies, premium offers and test drives.
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Refunding
Online
Devoted to the hobbies of refunding and couponing.
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Advice that helps consumers successfully process
and submit rebates.
SiteForSavings
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