by royan phill
Companies offer billions of dollars each year in cash rebates to attract buyers, but an estimated 60 to 70 percent of those rebates are never redeemed, due partly to the customers who forget to mail their rebates in time and some times due to the complex rebate requirements.
When dealing with rebates; please be sure to follow the following guideline, it will save you a lot of time in the future and ensure that you receive your rebate promptly
Avoid the mistake of sending in a rebate without meeting all the rebate requirements and failing to keep a copy of all materials sent to the rebate processor.
When dealing with rebates, Photocopy or scan all the paperwork you are sending to the rebate company. This includes the rebate form, receipt, UPC and any other required paperwork. It will be easy to prove that you have sent in the rebate, if you have a copy. The rebate forms will also have the numbers you need to call to verify that a rebate has been received and is being processed.
Before buying items with mail in rebates, browse through online deal sites to see if you can find the same product from some other stores. Some times you can find the same product in a different store without any rebates but with lower cost.
Before purchasing any item with a rebate; read the rebate requirements in detail which includes expiration date; post-mark date, location requirements, stipulations, etc.
If you’re dealing with an upgrade rebate; be sure that you have the proper proof-of-purchase to be eligible for that rebate.
Once you receive the product, fill out the rebate form properly and clearly so that filled out information are easy to read. Improperly filled rebate forms can be ignored by the stores and even if they are honored, it will end up having spelling mistakes on your name or address and very difficult to redeem.
Now day, many online retailers accept rebates online and you can mail the printed form to the retailer along with other paper work.
Now day, many online retailers accept rebates online and you can mail the printed form to the retailer along with other paper work.
Once, you mailed the rebate make sure that, you check the status of the rebate by checking online in the merchants web site or calling their 1800 number. If your mailing rebate is greater than $50, try to send it my certified mail or at least take it to the post office and ask for receipt.
Rebates can be a great way for shoppers to get good deals online and to save money, especially on big ticket items. But you fail to follow the above guidelines; you will miss out on savings. Be diligent and save money by using mail in rebates properly.
About the Author:
Royan Phill, is the owner and content expert of a popular online
deals and bargain site, myDealDashboard.com, which aggregates and lists coupons from renowned online retail merchants.The site offers comprehensive list of coupons and
latest deals on top selling consumer items.