instant rebate

Point-of-sale reduction

An instant rebate is a discount applied at the time of purchase rather than claimed afterward through paperwork.

Unlike traditional rebates requiring receipts and waiting periods, instant rebates reduce the price immediately at checkout: The phone was $200 with an instant rebate.

Retailers use them to offer promotional pricing while maintaining higher list prices.

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Refund claimed by post

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Extra fee added

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Refund claimed by post

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