YMMV==MARCH REWARDS monetize w/Free a/Easy Rebate Trend Micro Anti Virus 1 User (limit 10) valid 4/8-14 Staples.com

anyplace said:   "We're sorry, the following item is out of stock"

as everyone (except you) seems to know...these go in and out of stock during the week. also, based on the fine print of the rebate, the deal might be valid in store as well. But since you're so busy giving reds to people, I wouldn't expect you to think or know any of this.

and PS--

the download is IN STOCK for me.

SUCHaDEAL @ SD ripped this word for word and didn't even give you credit ... what a loser.

Guys -

I've used SER before and it's really easy. The question I have is: when it says limit 10 per household / address, do I have to
1. Have 10 separate Online Orders?
2. fill up the SER online form 10 times, 1 per order?

It's still no big deal, I'll do it anyways. just want to understand the 'correct' procedure.

Thanks!
-g

In the related items box on that item page, the McAfee AV 2012 1-user is also listed as FAR. Limit 1 rebate per household, though.

http://www.staples.com/McAfee-AntiVirus-Plus-2012-1-User-Boxed-C...

Wow, thanx MrC ! This one is indeed different rebate offer # 12-84192 !!

I already exhausted previous one 12-84828 W/10#S and many freebies !

orthros said:   Ok, I'm not quite a noobie but I still am anxious about one point...

I bought 10 of these last week. And I submitted the SER (Staples Easy Rebates).

Do I only need to check the rebate numbers to ensure that they are different? And if so, I can buy another 10 and get another 10 rebates?

I really, really don't want $350 in crappy antivirus software without a rebate, so thanks in advance for your patience.

yes, as long as the rebate numbers are indeed different (and others have said they are, I have not personally checked this), you are fine.

is there a limit one/transaction right now? just curious.

Thank you. i was able to order 5 of the download in 1 transaction.

thanks for offer. used AMEX so $10 off $50, and used $25 off $100 Staples card. also went through AMEX site for 4x points. great deal will make $35 + off the deal after FAR.

thanks.

I was able to do 10 in the download version. seems no one is able to sell them on eBay so not worth the trouble to get boxed.

Donate the software to charity (boxed)

playmaster said:   I donated mine to a social service nonprofit in socal called Family Service Agency. They can use all they can get.

Claimable on tax return?

Thrilla said:   darkclan said:   playmaster said:   I donated mine to a social service nonprofit in socal called Family Service Agency. They can use all they can get.

Claimable on tax return?

Absolutely. For the cost basis of the product you donate.

Before/after rebate???

c3 said:   after rebate
After rebate deduction amount is zero!! Are we taking off our pant to fart.

If you really wanted to be able to deduct something, you can deduct sales taxes, shipping, etc... (if you went to the store to buy the software and didn't buy anything for yourself, you could probably deduct the mileage expense)
Of course, if you deduct state sales tax (if they pass an extension), you wouldn't be able to double dip on the deduction for sales taxes.

However, the hassle of dealing with the calculations and other stuff probably isn't worth any tax benefit you may get.

From IRS
Replacement Cost
The cost of buying, building, or manufacturing property similar to the donated item should be considered in determining FMV. However, there must be a reasonable relationship between the replacement cost and the FMV.

The replacement cost is the amount it would cost to replace the donated item on the valuation date. Often there is no relationship between the replacement cost and the FMV. If the supply of the donated property is more or less than the demand for it, the replacement cost becomes less important.

To determine the replacement cost of the donated property, find the “estimated replacement cost new.” Then subtract from this figure an amount for depreciation due to the physical condition and obsolescence of the donated property. You should be able to show the relationship between the depreciated replacement cost and the FMV, as well as how you arrived at the “estimated replacement cost new.”

.....So wait for the item to go off FAR, then donate. Take a screenshot of the Staples price page, and you should be good.

Wolverine88 said:   May we use those $25 coupon on top of this to make some tips?

see this thread for a special deal using the $25/75 coupon and make about 17-$20 when the smoke clears.

RedCelicaGT said:   From IRS
Replacement Cost
The cost of buying, building, or manufacturing property similar to the donated item should be considered in determining FMV. However, there must be a reasonable relationship between the replacement cost and the FMV.

The replacement cost is the amount it would cost to replace the donated item on the valuation date. Often there is no relationship between the replacement cost and the FMV. If the supply of the donated property is more or less than the demand for it, the replacement cost becomes less important.

To determine the replacement cost of the donated property, find the “estimated replacement cost new.” Then subtract from this figure an amount for depreciation due to the physical condition and obsolescence of the donated property. You should be able to show the relationship between the depreciated replacement cost and the FMV, as well as how you arrived at the “estimated replacement cost new.”

.....So wait for the item to go off FAR, then donate. Take a screenshot of the Staples price page, and you should be good.

The replacement cost is generally the upper limit of what you can deduct for the contribution. The replacement cost alone cannot be used in figuring deduction amounts. Also, replacement costs are generally considered with large contributions of property where it's difficult to determine a FMV and where the cost basis can't be used for determining the deductible amount.

i am starting to get a little concerned. Bought the FARewards box of paper on 3/30 and did an ink buy and recycle on 4/1. Rewards summary is still showing all zeros.