Ebates
- E-commerce portal that connects with the most popular retailers and pays cash rebates on purchases.
- http://www.ebates.com
Rebate Roulette
- User-submitted rebate reviews and ratings.
- http://www.rebateroulette.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.
- http://www.rebatereportcard.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.
- http://www.gripe2ed.com/scoop/story/2004/4/29/8438/35808
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.
- http://www.techcentralstation.com/021005F.html
FTC: Taking the "Bait" Out of Rebates
- Advice from the Federal Trade Commission to help consumers successfully process and submit rebates.
- http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/rebatealrt.htm
The Rebate Debate: Why Were They Late?
- FTC settles charges against CompUSA for deceptive and unfair product rebate practices.
- http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/03/compusa.htm
Confessions of a Mail-In Rebate Junkie
- Information and advice on retaining and submitting mail-in rebates from manufacturers.
- http://mysite.verizon.net/vze6l53f/confessionsofamailinrebatejunkie/
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.
- http://members.tripod.com/~JWarren/RefundOnline.html