Nov 18, 2009 12:21 PM
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(Updated Nov 18, 2009 05:52 PM)
The Mobile Store comes up with Cash Back schemes that looks attractive, but ultimately fools you. They are smart people. Two months back I purchased a mobile. They promised Cash Back.
You have to fill up Application Form to claim Cash Back. Only later I came to know how silly terms they have got. For eg:
- They are giving cash back by cheque. But in form they are asking full bank details including IFSC code. I am afraid such bank details can be misused by their staff.
Further, IFSC code is not at all required for issuing a cheque.
- They ask MICR code of the bank. So funny that to send you payment by cheque, they need your MICR code.
But remember, they are smart people. If you do not fill up these details, your form can be rejected.
- They ask you to send form by courier, not through their branch where you purchased. So in future, they can say they never received the form.
Also, it is tidious to write address on envelope and again remember to post. So most likely that many people will forget. Smart way to avoid cash back.
They say you will get cheque after 4 to 6 weeks. Such a long time!
They ask you to attach address proof, and photo identity.
A simple question. Cash back with so much of formalities? These private stores are supposed to give customer friendly schemes.
They can issue a cheque exactly in the name shown in Invoice. Its that simple!
Further, no need to ask address proof, because address can be same as shown in invoice!
- The climax comes when they mention in terms & conditions that incomplete form will be rejected and will not be allowed to resubmit. What a cruelty.
Form will also be rejected if address proof or photo ID proof is not submitted. And you can't resubmit !
All this means they are smart. They want more reasons to reject your form, reject Cash Back.
Even after 2 months (8 weeks) I have not received my Cash Back. I have visited the branch 3 times. But they delay with a smile!
I am a busy person. It is cheaper to forget Cash Back than to waste time. Time is money.
Anyway, I will never step back in The Mobile Store.
Really smart people. Beware of "The Mobile Store" Cash Back Schemes.
