Save $50 Or More On Amazon.com Purchases

22/06/2010

Although other websites might have some items which are a couple of bucks cheaper than on Amazon, I still order most of my stuff from there because I can get almost everything at one place – books, DVDs, software, electronics and computer stuff.

I’m a “burst shopper” because I’m overseas. So when I come visit the US, I tend to buy a couple hundred bucks worth of stuff each time and send it to my hotel or conference location.

I just saved about $60 on an order placed just this weekend. It was really easy since Amazon has just changed some of their terms and conditions. Want to know how?

Click the “More” link below to find out:

Amazon Prime: If you’re not aware, Amazon Prime is the retailer’s membership/loyalty program for customers.

You get free 2-day shipping and 1-day/overnight shipping at lower rates. Especially if you’re going to be visiting the US for a few days, or you want to get your stuff quickly, this is the way to go.

But what about the $79 annual fee?

Regular Amazon shoppers will know that there’s a free trial period (about a month) where you can get free shipping for all products during that period of time. If you choose the option to discontinue the trial, you won’t be charged the membership fee.

Here’s the kicker: I noticed a new clause that says “If you haven’t signed up for a trial in the past 13 months, you can sign up again”. This means if you visit the US about once a year, you can sign up for an Amazon Prime account each time, enjoy the free shipping and discontinue the trial.

With a “per shipment” fee of $10 for my recent order and an additional charge of $0.99 per pound, I saved about $60 in my most recent order.

Be sure to check out Amazon Prime.

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Amazon Rewards Visa Card from Chase: This is a private-labelled Amazon credit card card from Chase.

The most obvious benefit I see is the $30 credit you receive within days after signing up for the card.

There’s the option of accumulating rewards points when you charge to the card (About 3 points for each $1 spent at Amazon). The redemption looks pretty high though, at 2,500 points for a $25 Amazon voucher. (about $800 spend for a $25 rebate which works out to a 3% rebate.) This is attractive, although if you want to generate more cashflow, the Amex Plum card gives a 1.5% cash rebate. I’d think that the Amazon credit card will give you the most bang for you buck when buying stuff on there.

The disadvantage is that you need to be 18 or older, a US citizen and have a social security number or tax ID. So most foreigners will not be able to get approved for it.

Check out the Amazon Rewards Visa by Chase.

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9 comments on Save $50 Or More On Amazon.com Purchases

Miles Baker
June 24, 2010 at 3:00 am (14 years ago)

I had Amazon Prime last year and I used it a lot, getting things shipped 2 days for free was nice. However, earlier this year I decided not to renew it and just wait a few more days for my items, I think I made a smart decision as I’m $79 richer and I don’t even notice the difference of shipping times.

I also have the Chase Amazon card for Personal and the Business card. Getting a 3% rebate off everything I buy at Amazon is good!

So since you just placed an order does that mean you’re coming to the U.S.?
andrew wee
June 24, 2010 at 2:06 pm (14 years ago)

Hey Miles,
I had my brother signed up for an account and I ordered a bunch of battery chargers, electronics, computer equipment, books, which he’ll pick up on his work trip in California now.

No plans to come to the US, cos I’m staying home to work harder and scale up campaigns for the Fall.

Hope things are going well for you!
Parka
June 26, 2010 at 8:43 am (14 years ago)

Amazon Prime is good. I hope they extend it for overseas customers as well. I buy over $500 worth of products from them every month.
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