Rebates work by filling out an information sheet for the rebate details and usually some product information and you have and then mail this information in with the receipt.
The manufacturer with then send you your rebate check.
Be mindful that it will take a couple of weeks for them to get rebate back in the mail to you. Because of the time lag it is usually a good idea to keep track of what you have sent off in a folder.
Also in your pending rebate folder, you'll want to make duplicate copies of all the rebate details and receipts before you send them off. That way, you have the proof of purchase, the document copy, and the contact number of the person in charge of the product.
The amount of your rebate will vary on average, but no matter what the rebate deal is, it is certainly worth taking advantage of. If you consistently shop and watch for rebates, and then follow up on obtaining them; over time the savings can be significant.
Be sure to look over all the rebate steps and details of the process to be sure that you complete the process successfully. Remember that the rebate processes are slightly different between the various products, so you should read and scan all the details of each.
As a general rule, if you haven't received your rebate in about 60 days, you can follow up on its status. It is always a good idea to take the time to follow up if your rebate is getting late. You can contact the company's customer service group and ask them to check the status of your mail. This is when your rebate folder that you made comes in handy because you'll have all of the information needed for the person in charge to follow up on your rebate status.
There are also websites where you can check your rebate status such as wheresmyrebate.com and myrebate.com that can be helpful. If you still can't find your rebates and the company is no responsive, you can always contact the Better Business Bureau for assistance. However, the majority of manufacturers do honor rebates so much more often than not this will not be the case.
Manufacturer rebates are a great way to save money on every day items that you buy as well as special purchases. It doesn't take much of your time to apply for the rebates and in some cases the savings can be substantial.
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