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Devoted to the hobbies of refunding and couponing. Includes newbie tips, glossary and manufacturer directory with 1-800 numbers for most major brands. members.tripod.com/~JWarren/RefundOnline.html Confessions of a Mail-In Rebate Junkie Information and advice on retaining and submitting mail-in rebates from manufacturers. mysite.verizon.net/vze6l53f/confessionsofamailinrebatejunkie/ The Straight Dope: Why are rebate checks drawn on obscure banks in the middle of nowhere? Answer: It's part of a scheme to delay paying rebates for as long as legally possible. www.straightdope.com/classics/a3_167.html The Rebate Debate: Why Were They Late? FTC settles charges against CompUSA for deceptive and unfair product rebate practices. www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/03/compusa.htm FTC: Taking the "Bait" Out of Rebates Advice from the Federal Trade Commission to help consumers successfully process and submit rebates. www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/rebatealrt.htm TCS: Shoot the Stupid Consumer 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. www.techcentralstation.com/021005F.html Ed Foster's Gripelog: Rebate Bait Explains how and why the rebate industry, especially on computers or electronic equipment, has (over)grown, and how rebate fulfillment shops make their money. www.gripe2ed.com/scoop/story/2004/4/29/8438/35808 Rebate Report Card 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. www.rebatereportcard.com/ Rebate Roulette User-submitted rebate reviews and ratings. www.rebateroulette.com/ Ebates E-commerce portal that connects with the most popular retailers and pays cash rebates on purchases. www.ebates.com Other Search by Refunds or Rebates
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