Monday, March 26, 2007

Checking Receipts Pays Off

As you may remember, last week for Frugal Friday I posted about double checking receipts. This is my standard practice, but I have to confess I was beginning to wonder if it was worth it as my receipts had been very accurate lately.

But today that all changed.

I had to call Vons because I did not get the sale price on diapers. They were great! The manager was so helpful!

I had to call CVS because I was charged for 4 toothbrushes when I only bought 3. They were not so great, I was hung up on or disconnected 4 times before I got to speak to a manager.

That adds up to approximately $8 in over charges.

In both cases I talked to the managers and I was told that I could fix the problem next time I was in, a special trip was not required.

So I would encourage you to check your receipts, and not just at the grocery store! Who knows how much extra we would pay each year if we did not!

2 comments:

Sharon Brumfield said...

I have thought of this before. I never check my recites but I often wonder about all that after I leave Walmart.With all the beeping going on who knows what yo are being charged for twice.

Anonymous said...

A comment for this...

I know it's a drag in a busy market, but think about how you could save even more: By checking the receipt before you walk out of the shop. That way you wouldn't need to pay for calling the store (maybe even four times!) and for perhaps making a special trip back there to get your refund.

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