March 2004 Archives
I found a site that has a nice summary of promotional incentives (percent savings, free upgrades, etc.) by type of major credit card (Visa, M/C, and AmEx) with descriptions, expiration dates, and links! Assuming it's kept updated, this is worth a bookmark: http://www.cardweb.com/cardincentives/
QuickRewards.net Shoppers Advantage Program
- Check other reward programs and if you see a lower rebate %, mail them BEFORE placing your order and they'll tell you if they can beat that rate
- If you're placing a large order, mail them first and they may be able to offer you a better rate
- Mail them before ordering to see if there are coupons available for your merchant
- If you've shopped with them before, mail them to be put on their frequent shoppers mailing list for extra shopping bonus offers
I won't post the email here because I'd hate them to get spammed but it's on the QuickRewards website - Click on Shopping then go down to the bottom and click on the Promo banner for a recap of the above and the contact email address.
Not a member of QuickRewards yet? Please click here to join!
Found an interesting article that discusses Ebay Anything Points (and loyalty programs in general): http://www.cioinsight.com/article2/0,1397,1438151,00.asp
I mentioned recently that there is a new rewards program out called Savings Register Rewards, another site "powered by Memolink" like PCHPoints and LuckyPoints. It's a carbon copy of the other two sites, as a matter of fact -- same points offered, same costs to redeem, same terms of service.
Memolink's affiliation with PCHP and LP has been a concern to some, as we all know about Memolink's tense financial situation. But we've been assured that PCHP and LP would not have the same payment difficulties, as they were financially backed by Publisher's Clearinghouse.
So, who backs Savings Register Rewards?
You're not gonna like this.
The URL "SavingsRegisterRewards.com" is registered to SilverCarrot, Inc... who are the same folks who own...guess who...MILESOURCE!
Yep, that's the same Milesource that at least doubled the cost of its participants to cash out just a few weeks ago. They're the financial backers of Savings Register Rewards. And the guys operating it are Memolink, widely touted as a fraud for not sending rewards and for cancelling accounts (and thus outstanding redemptions) to reduce their debt load.
Interesting bedfellows, don't you think?
Why did SilverCarrot lease Memolink's software (and technical staff? not really sure what it means to be a licensee) to run their new rewards program? Could be a couple of reasons. 1. Maybe Milesource's rep is so tarnished, nobody would want to join it if their name was attached? 2. Maybe no one at Milesource could modify their own software (changing names, logos, etc.) for SavingsRegisterRewards? 3. Maybe SilverCarrot is planning to merge/partner with Memolink, maybe phasing out Milesource altogether? 4. Maybe Memolink's software is just easier to customize and it's more cost-effective to license out the technical side.
HellifIknow. But I did email one of SilverCarrot's VPs, and I hope he will enlighten us.
Meanwhile, use good common sense when it comes to all rewards programs. Don't put all your eggs in one basket so you don't lose it all should that one program go under. Don't carry a huge point balance in any program. And right now, the smaller programs are the ones with the best reputations: QuickRewards, ClickToTheMagic, and CreationsRewards. Please see my reviews of (and users' comments on) all of these programs before you decide where to earn larger amounts, like shopping and signup rewards. And I'm here if you have any questions at all -- just mail me.
Congrats to the winners of our March giveaways, who are as follows:
Ray - $2 PayPal
Stella - $1 PayPal
Utonia, Froggi999, and Renee - 200-point PointPool codes
rwarren1969, Betty, and Terri - jewelry surprises
Thank you for all who continue to support CompareRewards.com through your visits, comments, tips, word-of-mouth advertising, and financial support via searches and signups. I have the greatest visitor base on the 'net -- you are wonderful!
And if you didn't win anything this time, stay tuned: there will be more giveaways to come!
QuickRewards.net is now offering $1.00 Disney Dollars as a redemption option! If you save those up for your big annual trip to one of their theme parks, this is a cool deal. You can earn around 9c a day at QuickRewards without spending a dime. Great program, great webmaster, and now another with the addition of Disney Dollars, another great redemption option!
