HOMEMAKING REFUNDS OR REBATES

Rebate Roulette
User-submitted rebate reviews and ratings.
www.rebateroulette.com

Confessions of a Mail-In Rebate Junkie
Information and advice on retaining and submitting mail-in rebates from manufacturers.
mysite.verizon.net

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

Ebates
E-commerce portal that connects with the most popular retailers and pays cash rebates on purchases.
www.ebates.com

FTC: Taking the "Bait" Out of Rebates
Advice from the Federal Trade Commission to help consumers successfully process and submit rebates.
www.ftc.gov

The Rebate Debate: Why Were They Late?
FTC settles charges against CompUSA for deceptive and unfair product rebate practices. (March, 2005)
www.ftc.gov

CostCritter
Features rebates, coupons, promotions and a cash back program for online stores. Registration required; free membership.
www.costcritter.com

Refunding Online
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

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

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

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. (February 1, 2005)
www.techcentralstation.com