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My Rules For Buying Refurbished Electronics

Buying refurbished electronics used to be a gamble for me until I started following these rules for buying refurbished electronics.

Listen, I’ve been disappointed by refurbished products before. I remember one time I bought a “refurbished” GPS navigator on ebay. The price was amazing (like too good to be true amazing) so I thought, well I need a GPS I’ll give it a go. I got my device. I charged it and it turned on immediately. I thought, great, I really did get a deal. But it would never pick up my location. When I tried to contact the seller I got the run around and eventually nothing in the end. I contacted the manufacturer and they told me from the sounds of it I bought a defective product. I was never able to actually use it.

Finding the right refurbished electronics

Another time I decided to buy 2nd hand Nintendo DSs for my boys for Christmas (I couldn’t afford to buy them both brand new ones at the time) It still wasn’t that cheap but much cheaper than buying them new. I bought them at a popular store known for video games. Well I decided when I got home I was going to check them out make sure they were in good working order before I wrapped them to give them to my kids as their “big Christmas gift”. I was so glad I did. The one system wouldn’t even turn on after charging. The other had some kind of orange gunk all over it including in the crevices. It looked like someone was eating Cheetos and never washed their hands. I was so upset, but also thankful, I had the foresight to check it before wrapping them and my kids opening the Christmas morning only to be disappointed. I took them right back to the store and told them how disappointed I was. They took them back and I ended up buying brand new ones for my boys anyway because I didn’t trust to buy used ones from them anymore.

It was years before I was willing to roll the dice on another 2nd hand or refurbished electronic item. That is until I started following these rules for buying electronics that aren’t new:

Does the store or site offer some type of return policy? If they don’t offer one at all I don’t buy. If they offer one but only under weird circumstances or an unreasonably short period of time, I don’t buy.
Does the store or site offer a warranty on refurbished, open box, or used items? In my opinion, if a site is confident in their skills to refurbish an electronic item, or is confident in the sellers on their site they’ll offer some type of warranty. Anything: 14 days, 30 days, 90 days, give me something!
Buy from trusted sites and sellers: I will no longer buy refurbished electronic from Joe Schmo on ebay UNLESS this Joe Schmo has credentials, high positive feedback and lots of sales to back it up. I’m more confident in buying from places that specialize in electronics like Best Buy, DealScoop, Staples, etc.
If it sounds too good too be true it probably is
What is their definition of “refurbished”? Do they actually check it? Look at it? Fix it? Or do they just throw it in a box and say “sold as-is”. If it has some issues are they forward about it?

Why DealScoop?

I mentioned DealScoop. Some of you might be thinking “I’ve never heard of DealScoop. Why should I trust them?” That was my thought. I investigated their site before I ever agreed to work with them. They follow my rules for buying refurb products. They had a lot of positive reviews on the site. DealScoop has a grading system for their refurbished products so you can choose the best product for your needs. “A grade” means it’s a new product. The box has been open but the product has never been used. “B grade” is refurbished but like-new. There may be some minor cosmetic flaws but should work like new. 90% of DealScoop’s products are B grade. C grade products will have more noticeable flaws or scratches but should still work like new, according to the DealScoop site. If for some reason a product is missing a part, flawed, etc they will state this in the description.

I received a refurbished HP Envy Photo 7855 printer. Which is perfect because my older boys got laptops for Christmas for school work and we needed a printer for their laptops. The item arrived quickly. It was packaged well and had all the parts to it including printer ink! I honestly thought I’d have to buy printer ink for a refurb printer.

My 15 year old son was able to set it up and start using it immediately. As you can see, the test print went well. I showed him how to use the copier on the top. The touch screen was very responsive. It made a perfect copy as well.

We examined the scanner top and it looked like brand new. No noticeable flaws or cracks anywhere on the printer. This printer has wifi capability too. Perfect for both my boys to be able to print from both of their laptops. The wifi works, we tested that too.

I would absolutely consider DealScoop the next time I need a new electronic item. I could not have asked the is printer to be any better. If they would have told me it was brand new (which they didn’t) I would have totally believed them.

DealScoop wants to offer Luv Saving Money readers 10% off your purchase at DealScoop.com with code: LUVSAVINGMONEY or you can go through my Dealspotr Influencer link: https://dealspotr.com/getcode/WwJ8B

I received the above mentioned product at no cost in order to complete this post. Any opinions expressed are my own.

$20 Off a Sam’s Club Membership!

I haven’t had a Sam’s Club Membership in years because the closest one to us is about a 45 minute drive. But after some discussion my husband and I decided to get one this year. I thought the deal I got was good, this one is even better.

Step 1:
Click Here to Get Started. Join TopCashback and signup for a FREE account if you haven’t already. Important: Check your email to confirm your email address. Click on the link in your email to authenticate your new account.

Step 2:
Click on the pink “Get Offer Now” Button

Step 3:
Add a Sam’s Club membership to your cart for $20.00 or more and head to checkout. You must spend at least $20.00 to get this deal.TIP: Want to purchase more than $20.00? Make a second transaction instead of adding more to an existing cart to maximize additional cash back.Do not close the window, open any new tabs, or use non-TopCashback approved coupons while checking out.

Step 4:
Pay $20.00 or more.That’s it! The $20.00 will post to your TopCashback account within 14 days, and the amount will become payable. Cash back can be credited straight to your checking or PayPal account.Note: Transactions must contain at least $20.00 worth of purchases to ensure the $20.00 cash back is credited to TopCashback accounts. Transactions may initially track lower, but within the 14 days after purchase it will be uplifted and turn payable at the amount of $20.00. Transactions may take up to 7 days to appear in your TopCashback account. The deal is open until 11:59pm PST on 06/05/2019 or until supplies run out; whichever happens first; applicable for purchases made directly after clicking through TopCashback. Only one TopCashback account is permitted per member. Cannot be combined with other TopCashback freebie offers.

Misfits Market Box – Madness Box Unboxing – May 22, 2019 Box

As soon as I heard about Misfit Market box I wanted to try it. The prices seemed unbelievable, the idea behind it was worthy, and it was open to my state.

What is Misfit Market?

In my words it’s the fruit and veggies that might get over looked or might not be put out on a store shelf because it’s not pretty. Maybe it had a bump, maybe it’s not the usual color, maybe it’s a little small or a little larger than we’re used to. Rather than wasting this food Misfit Market offers it at a reasonable price. All products are certified organic and non-gmo.

Why did I choose to try Misfit Market?

The prices are extremely reasonable to have fruits and veggies delivered right to my door. The fact that all their produce they offer is certified organic and non-gmo is awesome too. They use bio bags for the produce which are compostable. The insulation in the box is compostable too.

Check out our unboxing video for the Misfit Market Madness Box that we received today:

We got the Madness box because we’re a family of 6. It’s plenty big for us. There is a smaller box too. You can choose to get weekly or bi-weekly delivery subscriptions or you can do a one-time purchase. You can also choose which day of the week you’d like to receive your box.

Save 25% off your first box with my referral code: http://misfitsmarket.refr.cc/angieb

TWO FREE Mesh Tote Bags

These bags are perfect for the beach, lake, pool, or as a shower bag at the gym. Dries quick, sturdy, and carries a lot! Even better that they are free.

Step 1:
Click Here to Get Started. Join TopCashback and signup for a FREE account if you haven’t already.

Important: Check your email to confirm your email address. Click on the link in your email to authenticate your new account.

Step 2:
Click on the pink “Get Offer Now” Button

Step 3:
Add any 2 Mesh Tote Bags from Target to your cart totaling $15.98 or more and head to checkout. You must spend at least $15.98 to get this deal.

TIP: Want to purchase more than $15.98? Make a second transaction instead of adding more to an existing cart to maximize additional cash back.
Do not close the window, open any new tabs, or use non-TopCashback approved coupons while checking out.
Free In Store Pick Up or Free Shipping on orders $35+

Step 4:
Pay $15.98 or more.That’s it! The $16.00 will post to your TopCashback account within 14 days, and the amount will become payable. Cash back can be credited straight to your checking or PayPal account.

Note: Transactions must contain at least $15.98 worth of purchases to ensure the $16.00 cash back is credited to TopCashback accounts. Transactions may initially track lower, but within the 14 days after purchase it will be uplifted and turn payable at the amount of $16.00. Transactions may take up to 05/19/2019 or until supplies run out; whichever happens first; applicable for purchases made directly after clicking through TopCashback. Only one TopCashback account is permitted per member. Cannot be combined with other TopCashback freebie offers.

$10 Off At Michaels After Cash Back

Have some summer crafts or DIY projects planned? This can definitely save you some money.

Step 1:
Click Here to Get Started. Join TopCashback and signup for a FREE account if you haven’t already.

Important: Check your email to confirm your email address. Click on the link in your email to authenticate your new account.

Step 2:
Click on the pink “Get Offer Now” Button

Step 3:
Add anything from Michaels to your cart for $10.00 or more and head to checkout. You must spend at least $10.00 to get this deal.

TIP: Want to purchase more than $10? Make a second transaction instead of adding more to an existing cart to maximize additional cash back.
Do not close the window, open any new tabs, or use non-TopCashback approved coupons while checking out.
Free In Store Pick Up or Free Shipping on orders $40+

Step 4:
Pay $10.00 or more.That’s it! The $10.00 will post to your TopCashback account within 14 days, and the amount will become payable. Cash back can be credited straight to your checking or PayPal account.

Note: Transactions must contain at least $10.00 worth of purchases to ensure the $10.00 cash back is credited to TopCashback accounts. Transactions may initially track lower, but within the 14 days after purchase it will be uplifted and turn payable at the amount of $10.00. Transactions may take up to 05/19/2019 or until supplies run out; whichever happens first; applicable for purchases made directly after clicking through TopCashback. Only one TopCashback account is permitted per member. Cannot be combined with other TopCashback freebie offers.