Anyone here work at Comcast or Staples?

[Gibson486]

Well, I finally got the time to get cable internet, so i went to staples to order it b/c of their $130 rebate. Now, reading the signs....I thought it was 19.99 a month, but, when i looked at my receiptm it says 42.99 a month. Hmmm...I asked why and the guy said that after teh rebate it ends up being 19.99 for the first 6 months....Still podering what was going on, I just put the order down since i did not want to come back. Well, I looked up this promotion, and tried ordering it myself...and i see the promotion link, so i clicked it and it just sends me to a page that says:

Buy today and you will be eligible for the following:
With Comcast - Comcast High-Speed Internet - Cable Customer:
$130 Staples Internet Rebate on Comcast

1st 6 mos for $19.99/mo! Limited Time Offer!

So, how exactly do you get it for 19.99 a month? Do i call comcast about it?

 

[jagec]

You pay $42.99 a month
You get a $130 MIR
($42.99-$19.99)*6=$138

So their math is a little funny, but after the rebate it's about $20/month for the first six months.

 

[Albis]

that's a pretty bum deal in my opinion. when i got my comcast from best buy, it was 19.99 for 6 months plus a free modem

 

[Gibson486]

Originally posted by: Albis
that's a pretty bum deal in my opinion. when i got my comcast from best buy, it was 19.99 for 6 months plus a free modem

I remmeber people in hot deals saying they got it for 19.99 on the bill plus a rebate...I also went to best buy, and teh guy there said that it is 19.99 on the bill....

 

[Gibson486]

Current Promotions 1st 6 mos for $19.99/mo! Limited Time Offer! (cable TV customers only!)

Sign up for Comcast High Speed Internet and get your first six months of service for $19.99 per month, plus NO contract and FREE activation.

*Offer available to new residential customers, and former residential customers whose accounts are in good standing and who have not had Comcast High-Speed Internet service during the last 60 days, located in Comcast Cable wired and serviceable areas only. Prices and availability of promotional pricing vary for non-Comcast cable customers. Receive first six months of Comcast High-Speed Internet for $19.99 per month after service activation.
After promotional period, regular monthly service and equipment charges apply. Cable modem and other equipment is required and not included, unless specifically stated in the offer. May not be combined with any other discount or offer. Rates for professional standard installation may apply according to service area. Basic installation limited to standard installation of one existing and unused data outlet to one cable modem. Customer responsible for installation of software and connection of computer to cable modem. Customized installation charges are additional. Prices shown do not include applicable taxes and fees. Service is subject to terms and conditions of Comcast Online Subscriber Agreement. Pricing and content may change. *Offer expires: 12/30/2004




Exclusive Online Offer Sign up for Comcast service online through Staples Broadband and receive an exclusive $130 rebate from Staples- that's a savings in addition to any promotions and discounts offered by service providers! Enjoy the savings at Staples! Hurry! *Offer expires: 12/31/2004 *Offer expires: 12/31/2004

Just saw this on website. Why am I not getting it for the promotion price

 

[RossMAN]

I recently helped a co-worker get broadband through Dell.com

They got $100 rebate AND Comcast 6 months at $19.99 plus free cable modem (after rebate).

Note: The offer may have changed since then.

 

[Gibson486]

Originally posted by: RossMAN
I recently helped a co-worker get broadband through Dell.com

They got $100 rebate AND Comcast 6 months at $19.99 plus free cable modem (after rebate).

Note: The offer may have changed since then.

I was gonna jump on a similair deal a few months ago, but comcast did not show up through dell at my address It's weird how it show's up on one site, but not the other....

 

[dabuddha]

I did this deal except it was a $105 MIR ( which I just received last week) If I recall, you'll be charged the full price on your bill and then be given a promotional discount which will result in a $19.99 charge. If you still have questions, I can check my first month's bill and tell you how they charged me.

 

[Gibson486]

Originally posted by: dabuddha
I did this deal except it was a $105 MIR ( which I just received last week) If I recall, you'll be charged the full price on your bill and then be given a promotional discount which will result in a $19.99 charge. If you still have questions, I can check my first month's bill and tell you how they charged me.

oh, so i will be charged 42.99...BUT, in the bill it will also have a $23.99 credit show up?

 

[dabuddha]

Originally posted by: Gibson486

Originally posted by: dabuddha
I did this deal except it was a $105 MIR ( which I just received last week) If I recall, you'll be charged the full price on your bill and then be given a promotional discount which will result in a $19.99 charge. If you still have questions, I can check my first month's bill and tell you how they charged me.

oh, so i will be charged 42.99...BUT, in the bill it will also have a $23.99 credit show up?

I do believe that is correct. But I'm waiting for my wife to wake up so she can confirm this. It's either this or on the bill, it says $19.99 promotion blah blah.
It was 6 months ago when I did it so my memory is a tad bit fuzzy

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: Gibson486

Originally posted by: dabuddha
I did this deal except it was a $105 MIR ( which I just received last week) If I recall, you'll be charged the full price on your bill and then be given a promotional discount which will result in a $19.99 charge. If you still have questions, I can check my first month's bill and tell you how they charged me.

oh, so i will be charged 42.99...BUT, in the bill it will also have a $23.99 credit show up?

No that would mean two accounting entries which makes no sense.

Your bill's subtotal will be $42.99 + taxes/fees/surcharges ... you will also receive a credit for $23.00 so you are only charged once for $19.99 + taxes/fees/surcharges.