In order to take advantage of a rebate offer, you first have to locate the rebate. They can save you money, but you have to know where to go.
In order to take advantage of a rebate offer, you first have to locate the rebate. They can save you money, but you have to know where to go.

Look for rebate offers in newspapers. The classified sections of newspapers frequently include offers for cash rebates.
Check for flyers and booklets inside newspapers, in the mail, and in retail stores for rebate offers. Don't just throw away your junk mail -- it may include more than just junk.
Look for offers in magazines. Manufacturers often place ads in magazines that include rebate offers.
Look for rebate coupons in the mail from Valpak. These coupons can also be found online at Valpak.com.
Be on the alert for scams. Some product manufacturers have ignored or refused to honor rebates.
Check websites like RefundSweepers.com. The website links to rebate coupons for grocery items, baby products, health products, household items, pet products, restaurants, toys, and amusement parks.
Decide what to do with all of your cash once you've collected your rebates.
A September 2009 survey by _Consumer Reports_ found that in the previous 12 months, 70 percent of the consumers surveyed had taken advantage of manufacturer rebates on products.