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Last modified on 2009-06-20 22:56:17
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1. Introduction

2. What qualifies as a Hot Deal?

3. Posting Guidelines

4.

5. Rebate Software


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    (back)This forum is for users to post a hot deal they have found on the web or a local store that they think might interest other members.

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    FAQ 3667 should include a clear definition of the categories that belong here as opposed to in the Non-Hardware Deal forum.

    2008-07-07 13:59:04 (koam See Profile)


    by wheelert$93 See Profile edited by Cop See Profile
    last modified: 2004-02-03 15:02:19


    2. What qualifies as a Hot Deal?

    (back)Anything which offers you savings over the retail price. Free is always good, significantly discounted is quite acceptable also. If any other inducements are being offered by retailer (free extended warranties, free gift certificates etc), feel free to share those also.

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    by wheelert$93 See Profile edited by Cop See Profile
    last modified: 2004-02-04 13:42:12

    (back)Try to include as much detail as possible in the title. Then expand on it in your post. General info to provide: expiration date of the coupon, minimum purchase requirements, site link, shipping and handling costs, and the coupon code. The more information you include, the better. Follow up if possible, so you can edit your post to include new developments. Be careful when using dashes in your post, they can make it seem like you are getting paid in the deal. (ie, .... chair -$59)

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    by Cop See Profile
    last modified: 2005-05-15 13:03:34

    (back)We have no way of knowing whether you are/aren't the seller. If you want to help someone find something on ebay - post a link to the general search, or tell them what keywords to use when searching.

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    by Cop See Profile


    3. Posting Guidelines

    (back)In addition to the posting rules for this site, the following is provided:

      IT IS NOT A CHAT FORUM to discuss how good the product is, or how well it performs, we have other forums here at DSLR for you to do that.

      •There will be absolutely NO thread crapping. If someone posts a Hot Deal for a Canon scanner, thou shalt not chime in with HP is better.

      •Please DO NOT vote up a thread. Threads in this forum are not archive worthy, as they are useless once the deal is over. However, feel free to use the thumbs up to show approval for a particular poster.

      •If you have a question about obtaining the item, or are having problems finding the deal, by all means post a question. But leave the chit chat, I'm running down to the store to get one right now and the "me too's" out of it.

      •As for products you purchased as a direct result of a post you read here, if you received a rebate, or have a question on a rebate, START A NEW THREAD, with a link to the original, instead of bumping up the old thread. Also, make sure you put [OT] in front of the topic title so everyone knows that your post isn't a "hot deal".

      •There are many other forums on DSLR that are for the technical discussion of computers and related equipment. Those forums should be utilized to make an informed decision regarding a purchase. The Hot Deals Forum is NOT the forum for such discussions.

      •Posts that do not fall under the posting guidelines of this forum are at risk of being deleted at the discretion of the forum hosts.

      •The decision to lock a thread is not treated lightly by moderators and the reasoning is NOT OPEN FOR DISCUSSION, it's usually pretty obvious if you've read the forum guidelines

      •No referral code's embedded in links. Referrals raise questions about the reason for a post, and offer a personal gain off other's purchase.

      •When possible please make sure to include all relevant data in the subject line such as price, rebate information, etc. Here's an example:
      Refurb Henway $19.95 @ Compusa A/R S/F

      •Please do not use TinyURL, or any other type of forwarding URL service that hides the original URL.


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      by wheelert$93 See Profile edited by Dennis See Profile
      last modified: 2006-12-11 13:25:06

      (back)If you spot a repost, provide a link to the original post.
      Use ModAlert to report the post to the moderators.

      If your post is hailed as a repost, don't be discouraged. Better luck next time!

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      by Cop See Profile

      (back)Prior to posting, please use the search feature to see if your contribution has already been posted.

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      by Cop See Profile

      (back)Please include AR (after rebate) to indicate the final price after rebate.

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      by Cop See Profile


      4.

      (back)Yes, Thanks to oKubricko See Profile

      »Re: [ OT] FAQ with Rebate Center Phone Numbers

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      by Doctor Olds See Profile edited by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2004-02-04 13:41:54

      (backwww.slickdeals.net/
      »www.techbargains.com/
      »www.fatwallet.com/
      »www.edealinfo.com/
      »www.bargainshare.com/
      »dealnews.com/
      »www.dealsofamerica.com/
      »www.penzeys.com/
      »www.bulkfoods.com/
      »www.dealsucker.com/
      »www.dodtracker.com/
      »www.zerodaydeals.com/
      »www.flexdeals.net/
      »www.fishingfordeals.com/
      »dailytool.com/
      »dealspl.us/
      »www.couponcreep.com/
      »www.pricewatch.com/
      »www.resellerratings.com/
      »www.headlinedeals.com/
      »www.deals2buy.com/
      »www.dealigg.com/
      »www.dealzconnection.com/
      »www.spoofee.com/
      »www.anandtech.com/
      »www.pricegrabber.com/
      »http//www.streetprices.com/
      »www.devsdeals.com/


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      by RWoods See Profile edited by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2009-06-20 22:56:17

      (back) The Bizrate Guide is a great site to find reviews and customer ratings of stores all over the web and is updated daily.

      Resellerratings.com is another good source.

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      by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2004-02-04 13:41:27

      (back)A- A -
      AFAIK - As far as I know
      AFK - Away from keyboard
      AR - After rebate

      - B -
      B&M - Brick and mortar store (A physical retail store as opposed to an online merchant)
      B1G1 or BOGO - Buy one get one free
      BB - Best Buy
      BBL - Be back later
      BBIAB - Be back in a bit
      BRB - Be right back
      BTW - By the way
      BVG - Best Value Guarantee (Offered by some credit card companies)

      - C -
      CC - Circuit City
      CC - Credit card
      CPN - Coupon
      CSR - Customer service representative
      CYA - See ya
      CYM - Check your mail

      - D -
      DD - Deal discussion
      DOA - Dead on Arrival

      - F -
      FAR - Free After Rebate
      FWIW - For what it's worth
      FW - Fatwallet

      - G -
      GC - Gift certificate
      GDA - Good deal at

      - H -
      HD - Hot deal
      HSN - Home Shopping Network

      - I -
      IRC - Internet Relay Chat
      IIRC - If I Recall Correctly
      IMAO - In My Arrogant Opinion
      IMHO - In My Honest/Humble Opinion
      IMO - In my opinion
      IR - Instant rebate
      IRL - In Real Life

      - L -
      LAN - Local Area Network
      LOL - Laughing out loud
      LMAO - Laughing my ass off
      LMK - Let me know

      - M -
      MFG - Manufacturer
      MFR - Manufacturer
      MIR - Mail in rebate

      - N -
      NIC - Network Interface Card

      - O -
      OD - Office Depot
      OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer
      OM - Office Max
      OOS - Out of stock
      OP - Original Poster (author of thread)
      OT - Off topic

      - P -
      PM - Price match
      PM - Private Message

      - R -
      RAOK - Random act of kindness
      RMA - Return Merchandise Authorization.
      ROFL - Rolling on floor laughing

      - S -
      SASE - Self addressed stamped envelope
      S/H - Shipping and handling
      SD - Slickdeals

      - T -
      TIA - Thanks in advance
      TRU - Toys R Us
      TTYL - talk to you later

      - W -
      WAN - Wide Area Network

      - Y -
      YAFTS - Yet another free T-Shirt
      YGM - You've got mail
      YGPM - You've got a private message
      YMMV - Your mileage may vary


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      by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2005-05-15 13:05:51

      (back)Some retailers will let you buy an item at the (lower) price that a competitor is charging. Exact policies vary by store. Many stores or sales reps don't follow the policies to the letter, which could be an advantage or a disadvantage to the customer. Since the implementation of PM policies are inconsistent, all deals involving a pricematch are your mileage may vary (YMMV).

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      by Cop See Profile

      (back)American Express's price matching program available on some AMEX cards. Buy an item with your card and if you see it advertised in print for less within 60 days, AMEX will refund you the difference. For more details, search the forums for BVG. You should read through a deal involving BVG before asking questions.

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      by Cop See Profile

      (back)Do not create new threads to inform that another deal is still available. Replying to the original thread will bump it up to the top of the list.

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      by Cop See Profile


      5. Rebate Software

      (back)Yes! Rebate! Rebate! is a freeware (formerly $14.99) Windows-based program you can use to track your rebate mailings. You've probably experienced the frustration of trying to track rebates manually, or worse yet, not tracking your rebates at all and just hoping that you'll receive the money you're due. Have you ever had a feeling of resignation when dropping a rebate request into the mailbox...will you ever see the money? How do you know which rebates you've received payment for? We've had the same questions, and Rebate! Rebate! is our answer.

      Moderator note: This is not our endorsement of the program or verification of any claims that it makes. This is simply a site member's recommendation. Thank you.


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      by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2004-11-20 00:01:44

      (back)**When you mailed a rebate request

      **How much money you 're expecting to receive

      **When your rebates are overdue

      **How much you actually paid for items after rebate, coupons, and postage costs are deducted

      **Which rebates are still pending

      **How much money you saved using rebates

      **and more...

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      by Cop See Profile
      last modified: 2004-11-20 00:02:06

      (back)You can download Rebate! Rebate! from PcWorld at »www.pcworld.com/downloads/file_d···1,00.asp

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      last modified: 2004-11-20 00:01:07


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