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[mfaust]

Rebate, Rebate

Do you need to remember how much money you've saved using rebates, and which ones are still pending? Or maybe how much you actually paid for items after rebate, coupons, and postage costs are deducted? This freeware will enable you to better track your rebate mailings. After entering the what, where, when, and how much of your rebates, you'll have a clear record of your rebate activity, as well as the net costs of your purchases.

[MrsPinecone]

UPC LOOKUP

Link to UPC Item Lookup
Don't you hate when you have a UPC Code and don't remember exactly what it is from? Simply go here, type in the numbers and find the result quickly!

What's Free This Week ?
http://www.salescircular.com/index.shtml
click on your state and see what is free after rebate...on the bottom right side.

Other FAR Deals
http://www.freeafterrebate.info/

Coors Rebate Forms
www.checkmyrebate.com

Samuel Adams Forms
Milano Online Rebate Inquiry

P&G Rebate Status
http://www.therebatecenter.com/pg/Search.aspx


Rebate Clearing Houses:
http://www.rebatestatus.com/search.aspx
www.rebateshq.com

Lubbock, United Marketing Services 800-288-8671, 800-888-8463
Progresso soups 800-200-9377
General Mills 800-328-1144
SC Johnson 1-800-410-5235

For rebates that go to MESA, AZ:
https://www.web-rebates.com/Default.asp?

PHHO/Universal
Rebates that go to this address will NEVER come unless you call them!!!
PO Box 222510 Hollywood, FL 33022-2510
1-800-422-4842

Unilever
Young America, MN 55551
1-866-204-9750

Store Rebates:

Ace Hardware
Forms and tracking available online
http://www.acehardware.com/corp/index.jsp?page=rebate&clickid=lefttnav_rebates_txt

Circuit City
http://www.ccityrebates.com/promocen...ity/track.html

Comp USA
Rebate Center
http://www.compusa.com/products/reba...ter.asp?ref=CJ

Sears
http://rebatestatus.sears.young-america.com/forms.asp

Staples
https://www.stapleseasyrebates.com/i...s/Landing.html

WALGREENS
http://rebatestatus.walgreens.com/lo...allastname.asp

[Hina]

thanks for your input. info added to the OP

[scoopdecoop]

Anyone using this. I'd like to know what it's like before I add more junk to my computer.

[mshopper]

I use it...I really like it.

[LilMs'Mom]

I downloaded it about 3 weeks ago and I've had no problems with my computer ... I'm always leary of downloading also, but no probs here and so far I'm liking the program!

Oh and thanks jaysma for the link! I appreciate it! : )

[Spacegirl99]

Thanks op! I've been using access. This will be easier!

[pattygirl]

thanks for your input. info added to the OP

[XUfan]

A few people have asked me how I keep track of the forms. Apparently, keeping track BEFORE they're sent in is a big issue for a lot of us. I developed a system that works for me, and I thought I'd share it here (since I've gotten so many good ideas from other members!). Tweak it however you like...it won't hurt my feelings!

Here it is:


My system for keeping track of rebate forms, receipts and proofs of purchase is fairly simple. You’ll need a few items to get you started:

1. A 3-ring binder. It should be at least the 1” size, and make sure it has pockets inside the front and back covers.
2. A package of clear page protector sleeves…the kind that open at the top like a big pocket. These are used for large rebate forms (printed from your computer, etc.)
3. A package of clear photo sheets…the same size as the page protectors, but with 4 pockets on each one. These are harder to find. I’ve only found them at Walmart, but they run out often! These are used for tear-pad or WT size rebate forms.
4. A package of plain white labels, around 1” x 2”.
5. A small notebook with a pocket inside the front cover. If you can’t find one, you can glue or tape an envelope into the front cover instead.
6. Another notebook or journal.

OK…now that you have all of your stuff together, it’s time to explain what to do.


To set up the system:
-Open the ring binder, and load it with the page protectors and photo pages.
-The front, inside pocket of the binder is used for monthly rebate fliers (Rite-aid, Walgreen, etc). I also keep a blank notepad and some 3x5 cards in it.
-The back, inside pocket of the binder is where I keep my stamps, address labels, and blank envelopes.
-Load your rebate forms into the page protectors, and photo pages…using one for each rebate form.
-Put a white sticker on each page or pocket, and write the expiration date of the rebate on it. I use brightly colored markers for this.
-Now, grab that small notebook. Write down any item (including size, flavor, number of items, etc) that you need for each rebate.
-Go through your coupons, and fill that envelope with coupons that you can use on the items you just wrote in your notebook. Carry this notebook with you any time you shop!!

After a shopping trip:
-Slip any receipt or proof of purchase that you’ve gotten, into the corresponding page protector or photo sheet. If a rebate requires multiple proofs of purchase, this is a good way to keep them all together until you have enough to send for your money!
-Fill out any forms that you have all the requirements for.
-Write down any info about the rebate in the second notebook (you've been wondering what it was for, weren't you?). Keep track of the date you sent for it, as well as any contact info.
-Sit back and wait for your money!!



If I wasn't clear about something, please ask!!

Carol

[pattygirl]

thanks for your input. info added to the OP