Ever notice how Circuit City usually has better advertised deals than Best Buy but they always have a catch (i.e. require large mail-in rebates)? Simply take the Circuit City ad to Best Buy and voila; you can get the same deal without having to mess with the mail-in rebate(s)! Note: This works best when you have the actual printed ads from the store/newspaper rather than website printouts.
Want to take that portable dvd player or camcorder for a spin before committing to buying it? Buy an open box item instead of a "new" one and stores like Best Buy and Circuit City won't charge you a restocking fee when you return the product. Make sure to ask whether there is a 14-day or 30-day return policy on the product because the time frame remains intact on open box items. Anyone need a portable dvd player for that 3-day weekend get-a-way?
Suggested by: Kareem