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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 12:50 pm
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Originally Posted by alanh
Looks like it's down to 25% now. I suspect a lot of the sellers are taking this promotion into account -- I was looking for a particular Blu Ray player, and the prices are all higher than retail. Ie, the lowest price for a NB501SL9 that's eligible for cashback is $299. You can get it at Buy.com for $219.
I think you're right. Check out this seller who is marketing a $500 Banana Republic gift card for $545.

http://cgi.ebay.com/500-00-Banana-Re...3A1|240%3A1318

His listing even says "get 30% back with Live.com."
Actually, that's even false advertising now that the rate is down to 25%.
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