• consumer alert

    Fear For Your Rebates: Largest Mail-In-Rebate Processor Missing $9 Million?

    Allegedly, the largest rebate processor in North America, Continental Promotions Group (CPG), owes about $12 million in consumer rebates, but only has $3 million available. According to an insider tip received by [H]Enthusiast, CPG is telling its customers, among whom are some of the largest consumer electronics retailers, to regive it the money necessary to pay out all these rebates. Otherwise, all your little rebate checks might start bouncing. Assuming, of course, you were ever able to get them in the first place...

    Your Mail in Rebate May Be In Jeopardy [[H]]Enthusiast] (Thanks to xskeweredx!)

    12:46 PM on Fri Nov 14 2008
    By Ben Popken
    9,158 views, 62 comments

    Most discussed Bladefist: I hope the mail-in rebate system in America dies. Unfortunately, it'll take some people getting screwed, but whatever it takes more »

  • master spas

    Small Claims Court Winners Having Trouble Collecting Money From Elusive "Spa Man"

    The story of Craig Hueffner, a man who sold spas with hefty rebates that weren't honored, is a good reminder of the limits of small claims court: namely that if the defendent plays dirty, it may be a long, expensive task to make him pay up.
    "People think when they come to court that they are going to get instant relief," said Judge Rebecca Dallet of the Milwaukee County Circuit Court. "We can give what the law allows, but we have no way of getting the money for them. I don't think people realize that."
    More »

    5:56 PM on Tue Oct 7 2008
    By Chris Walters
    7,260 views, 32 comments

    Most discussed jurijuri: You can also do what companies do and sell the debt to a debt collector. I don't know how much more »

  • rebates

    Don't Assume That Rebate Will Be Redeemable For Cash

    Companies love rebates because they are difficult to redeem and easy to forget. But you clever shoppers are getting too good at their game, so instead of paying out your rebate in cash, you'll get something different altogether. Take, for example, Buy.com's supposed "$26 mail in rebate..." More »

    12:00 PM on Sat Oct 4 2008
    By Carey
    16,126 views, 95 comments

    Most discussed JamieSueAustin: Rebates are worthless for me. Even with copies and certified mail and blah blah blah I've NEVER received one more »

  • canon

    Canon's Rebate Program Is Blurry And Poorly Lit

    Brett has now been the victim of two failed rebate attempts through Canon. They ignored the first one, and rejected the second one with a claim that he can clearly disprove. He's trying again. Unfortunately, it looks like Brett's experience with Canon isn't unique. More »

    9:55 AM on Mon Sep 22 2008
    By Chris Walters
    7,825 views, 44 comments

    Most discussed FreemanB: I don't think a rebate can always be the basis of a chargeback, particularly since the rebate might be outside more »

  • kashi

    Morning Deals

    • MagicJack: $39.95 for VoIp first year, $19.95 a year after that
    • Amazon: Health & Grooming Products Manager's Specials
    • Kashi: Free cookie
    Highlights From Buxr
    • Beach Camera: Sandisk 8 GB Ultra II SDHC HD Memory Card for $19.99 after $20 rebate w/ Free shipping
    • Ralph Lauren: 30% Off No minimum Coupon Code RLFA2008
    • goHardDrive.com: Western Digital 1TB 7200RPM Hard Drive for $128.95 w/ Free shipping after Coupon Code 10WD10EACS
    Highlights From Dealnews
    • Amazon.com: 80 Duracell Ultra AA Alkaline Batteries for $30 + free shipping
    • Graveyard Mall: Maxim 32-Piece Wooden Train Set for $10 + $6 s&h
    • Buy.com: Midland 26-Mile GMRS 2-Way Radios for $45 + free shipping
    Highlights From Dealhack
    • Amazon: Vaio CR410E 14.1-inch Notebook PC $813 Shipped
    • OfficeMax: Lexmark All-in-One Printer with Auto Document Feeder $70 Shipped
    • Vann's: Panasonic DMP-BD30 Blu-Ray Player $288 Shipped

    9:07 AM on Wed Sep 17 2008
    By Ben Popken
    1,121 views, 20 comments

    Most discussed AngrySicilian: If you are thinking of buying that Lexmark, consider the cost of replacement ink first and the fact that they more »

  • spy cameras

    Morning Deals

    • WarCry: Free Warhammer Online Beta 10 days
    • Amazon: Kitchen deals for under $7, all eligible for 4 for 3 promotion
    • Buy.com: Logitech G51 Gaming Speakers for $71.99 Shipped After Rebate
    Highlights From Buxr
    • Deal Extreme: Rechargeable Digital Pin-hole Spy Camera + USB Drive Disgused as Working Pen for $35.53 w/ Free shipping
    • HP Home : New stackable Laptop coupon, up to $350 off $999 w/ coupon code NB3325
    • OfficeMax: Oscillating 16" Pedestal Fan for $7.99 + $7.95 Shipping
    Highlights From Dealhack
    • OfficeMax: Olympus FE-320 8MP Digital Camera $120 Shipped
    • Shoebuy: Pay via PayPal & Save $20 off Shoe Orders of $50+ and get Free Shipping
    • Bike Nashbar: Save 10%, 15%, or 20% off Entire Order with Coupon Discounts

    8:59 AM on Tue Sep 9 2008
    By Ben Popken
    755 views, 2 comments

    Latest by ratsgnawingatmyface: Hope they add 2 days to the 10 day trial to compensate for the time it will take some people more »

  • newegg

    Morning Deals

    • Newegg: 24-hour sale
    • Woot: Refurbished Dyson DC18 All-Floor Vacuum for $259.99
    • Buy.com: ASUS Eee PC 4G Surf Celeron M 900MHz 7" Widescreen Laptop for $294 + free shipping
    Highlights From Dealhack
    • Staples: Peachtree Pro Acounting 2008 Free After Rebate
    • Newegg: RCA RP5050 Digital Voice Recorder with Camera $35 Shipped
    • MacMall: Wacom Graphire4 4x5 Graphics Tablet for PCs & Macs $40
    Highlights From Buxr
    • Meritline.com: 8 x 21 Rubber Armored Binocular for $7.69 w/ Free Shipping after coupon code M24804545POFF
    • Frys.com: Crucial 4GB DDR2 PC5300 Laptop Memory Kit $34.99 after rebate
    • HobbyLobby.com: 40% Off Hobby Lobby Printable Coupon (expires Sept 6)

    7:37 AM on Thu Sep 4 2008
    By Ben Popken
    1,072 views, 11 comments

    Most discussed MissPeacock: If you have a local Hobby Lobby, check your newspaper each Sunday for their ad. They have the 40% off more »

  • sales

    Morning Deals

    • Woot: Soundcast Audiocast Wireless Audio System for $49.99
    • American Signature Furniture: Urban Living Queen Panel Bed for $299
    • Dell: Flip Video 30 Minute Camcorder for $49.99 Shipped after rebate
    Highlights From Dealhack
    • Vann's: Klipsch iGroove HG iPod Speakers $100 Shipped
    • Mac Connection: Apple iMac $1099 + Free VMWare Fusion Software
    • Chefs: Labor Day Sale: Save up to 80% off Cookware, Kitchen Tools, & More
    Highlights From Bargainist
    • Southwest: Fares starting at $59 one-way
    • Purina: Free bag of Purina Yesterday's News cat litter
    • Arizona Jeans: 50% off select jeans and all shoes

    9:07 AM on Wed Aug 27 2008
    By Ben Popken
    698 views, 4 comments

    Latest by CountryJustice: Arizona Jeans? What am I in 1995 all over again? Tomorrow you'll tell me there's a clearance on more »

  • verizon

    Verizon: 'You've Earned A New Phone' (Just Not From Us)

    Is this Verizon promotional email being over-enthusiastic with its subject line, or is it actually misleading? A phrase like "you've earned a new ___" doesn't usually get followed up with, "Just pay us anywhere between $100-$200 for it," unless it comes from a scam vacation offer. Or Verizon. As Bryan notes in his email to us, "The subject line must mean something like when you tell Verizon, 'You've earned my suspicion and contempt.'" More »

    9:52 AM on Tue Aug 26 2008
    By Chris Walters
    7,062 views, 28 comments

    Latest by Camon: Weird. I got this same email and DID get a free Blackberry Curve 8330. TBH Ive never had an issue more »

  • sales

    Morning Deals

    • Threadless: All shirts $12
    • Amazon: Tonka Sand Force Dump Truck & Loader $4-$5 each, squirting trucks $6 & up
    • Steep And Cheap: Black Diamond Momentum AL Climbing Harness for $22 Sold out, but they have other deals on outdoor gear.
    Highlights From Dealhack
    • Tiger Direct: Refurb NEC VT590 XGA LCD Projector $400
    • Brooks Brothers: Summer Clearance: Save up to 60% off Men's & Women's Fashion
    • Buy.com: Fantom GreenDrive 1TB Low Power USB Drive $150 & Free Shipping

    5:25 AM on Tue Aug 26 2008
    By Ben Popken
    739 views, 11 comments

    Latest by drjayphd: @tinyorangepig: Or better yet, use mine. ;) more »