http://www.dealbrothers.com/ en deals@dealbrothers.com Copyright 2013 Wed, 30 Oct 2013 21:15:40 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/attention_merchants_mastercard_and_visa_may_cost_you_more_than_amex/ It's a common belief that MasterCard and VISA are cheaper for merchants than American Express. This is the case because MC/VISA promote their "discount rate" (that being the percentage they take of each transaction) as somewhere between 1.5% and 3%, whereas American Express's published discount rate is usually well over 3%. Seems like easy math, right? Well, it's not. You see, with American Express you as the merchant onlyÂpay the discount rate, but with MasterCard and VISA you will typically pay the discount rate plusÂwhatever else it costs them to process that transaction. And the "whatever else" (also called "interchange fees") includes the costs of all those airline miles, hotel points, cashback bonuses, etc., that benefit the cardholder. Yep, you read that right: you as the merchant are directly charged for this on top ofÂwhatever percentage ofÂthe transaction you're already paying. Don't believe us? Well, check your statments for those extra fees. We'll wait. Yep. We did the math, too. And because nearly everyone we deal with these days uses a loyalty or bonus card of some type our effective cost of each MasterCard or Visa transaction was 4.79%, wayÂhigher than the 3.2% American Express charges us. But fret notÂâ you can always call your bank and see if they'll lower your rates down. But if not, then don't hesitate to sign up for American Express and allow your customers to use it. You may save quite a bit of money by doing so (but, as with anything like this, please do your own math so you're aware of what your particular situation is). Consumer Information Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:37:27 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/dont_miss_the_deals_from_amazon_marketplace_sellers/ We've found some of the best deals on products at Amazon - but not particularly SOLD by Amazon themselves. Clicking into the small links below the product title, you'll jump into the Marketplace, where Amazon competes with other sellers to offer not just new, but used and refurbished products. If you are looking for a deal on an older iPad 2 or just about anything else, the Marketplace is a great resource and can often rival eBay for low priced deals. Amazon is pretty strict about performance of their Marketplace sellers (we know from personal experience), so you'll usually find good customer service by sellers in this area. It's not quite as freewheeling as eBay and one thing we love is that there's just ONE product page per product, rather than having to scroll through hundreds of listings on eBay for the same product. eBay has done a great job streamlining their site, but an overabundance of listings can still be daunting to scroll through. We've linked to iPad 2 models on this deal, but just about every product sold on Amazon has other companies (and individuals) offering deals in the Marketplace. Scroll around, read the seller reviews and have fun saving some cash.  Consumer Information, Amazon.com Mon, 12 Nov 2012 13:34:24 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/use_up_all_of_those_gift_card_balances/ Don't you hate it when you get a $100 American Express gift card? No? well, actually, we like that, too. But what we DO hate is when we've used all but $16.43 on it and can't figure out what to do with that balance. And the credit card companies love this, because they legally get to sit on your money and (in some states) perhaps even charge you a fee to "manage" your balance for you (which really is just their way of slowly eroding your balance down to nothing). You don't want to let that happen but... what are you to do? Buy an Amazon Gift Card with it. Amazon lets you buy electronic gift cards for any amount and you can send them to anyone, even yourself! Just enter the amount of your balance, make sure you pay with your existing gift card (of course!), and then wait for the email to arrive. When it does, you can then apply it to your Amazon account and â here's the best part â use it as partial payment towards something else. Yes, you're trading one gift card for another, but if you buy anythingÂat Amazon, you'll likely burn this up in a heartbeat. Consumer Information, Amazon.com Fri, 09 Nov 2012 19:50:44 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/mmmmm_free_pie/ Homer likes pie, we like pie. Vons.com is offering a free 9-inch Pumpkin Pie when you purchase $75 or more worth of groceries online by 11/21. Use coupon code âPUMPKINPIEâ during checkout to get the free pie.ÂThe only thing we donât like about this deal is that itâs not 10-inches. Consumer Information Tue, 15 Nov 2011 01:35:08 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/restaurant.com_gift_cards_are_80_off_today_only_100_gc_for_8_rev_rev/ These guys are tricky, that’s for sure. This deal has been extended until Midnight tonight. Today only (yeah, right), Restaurant.com is offering all their Gift Cards at 90% when you use coupon code âWOWâ - when you buy gift cards from local restaurants. You can pickup a $25 restaurant gift card for just $1. Thereâs usually a minimum purchase required and a full 18% tip, but the deals are still pretty awesome. Consumer Information Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:01:59 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/restaurant.com_gift_cards_are_80_off_today_only_100_gc_for_8_rev/ Wow - they suckered us in yesterday with “only” 80% off and today it’s 905! Those %#@*&. Well, if you didn’t jump yesterday at the 80% off deal, or if you want even more food luck, check this out! Today only, Restaurant.com is offering all their Gift Cards at 90% when you use coupon code âWOWâ - when you buy gift cards from local restaurants. You can pickup a $25 restaurant gift card for just $1. Thereâs usually a minimum purchase required and a full 18% tip, but the deals are still pretty awesome. Consumer Information Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:30:27 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/restaurant.com_gift_cards_are_80_off_today_only_100_gc_for_8/ Today only, Restaurant.com is offering all their Gift Cards at 80% when you use coupon code âFALLâ - there are some smokinâ deals to be had on grub, my friends. You can pickup a $100 restaurant gift card for just $8. Thereâs usually a minimum purchase required and a full 18% tip, but the deals are still pretty awesome. Consumer Information Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:44:10 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/apple_launches_new_imacs/ Apple released updated iMac models sporting quad-core Intel i5 and i7 processors Tuesday morning. Dual-core i3 and i5 models are also available, and the new iMac is available with 21.5-inch and now 27-inch LED backlit displays, too. Visit the MacObserver for more product details, then let us know when yours arrives on your doorstep. Consumer Information, Apple Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:16:24 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/apple_rolls_out_the_magic_trackpad_aa_battery_charger/ Apple unveiled a new âMagicâ Trackpad this morning along with a new AA battery charger to support their wireless bluetooth product line. Checkout the MacObserver at the link above for all the latest product details. Consumer Information, Apple Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:11:46 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/cant_get_enough_dealbrothers_check_out_our_facebook_page/ Yes, the DealBrothers now have a FaceBook page! Check it out & become a friend to get the latest info. on deals, our lives, etc! Deal Blog, Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:43:44 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/kodak_ex-811_easyshare_8-inch_digital_picture_frame_with_wireless_capabilit/ During their Friday Sale, Amazon.com has the Kodak EX-811 Easyshare 8-inch Digital Picture Frame with Wireless Capability for $89.99. This frame ships for Free, and it features: Consumer Information, Amazon.com Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:22:36 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/well_get_you_to_follow_us_on_twitter_even_if_we_have_to_drag_you_kicking_an/ You like us here; you'll LOVE us on Twitter, where we let our toupees down. ÂOn Twitter, we break free from our shackles that keeps us from being "inappropriate" (picture two hands making air quotes here), Âand we cut loose, baby!ÂIt's a great forum to respond to us, whether it be pertaining to a deal or just a funny twittisicm. Come on.... all the cool kids are doing it! ÂIf you don't follow us voluntarily, we may have to drag you KICKING AND SCREAMING! Consumer Information, Amazon.com Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:04:06 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/follow_us_on_twitter_we_have_free_beer/ Now that we have your attention, mosey on over to our Twitter home page to find fabulous deals that are NOT on our DealBrothers site! Some are naughty, some are funny (or what we think is funny), and we are a part of a community which is informative and entertaining. Ok, we don't have free beer, but our wit and verve are intoxicating. Consumer Information, Other Deals, Deal Mistress Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:00:31 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/find_even_more_great_deals_on_twitter_-_well_race_ya_there/ Periodically, the DealBrothers post great deals offered only on Twitter. ÂMake sure you have access to all the cool deals by following us on Twitter.com. Not only will you get links to cool Âproducts & services, but you will get to see our attempt at humor! You will also be able to tell us that our jokes are lame but the deals are good. That, in itself, is a reason why to follow us. Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:55:05 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/xbox_360_wireless_headset_37.99_delivered/ Buy.com has the Xbox 360 Wireless Headset for $37.99. This headset ships for Free, and you can Use up to four Wireless Controllers and Wireless Headsets simultaneously on one Xbox 360 for the most intense multiplayer gaming sessions ever. Consumer Information, Buy.com Wed, 12 Aug 2009 04:19:30 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/feel_the_rush_of_saying_whatever_the_heck_you_want_on_twitter..._follow_us_/ Hey, Twitter is quite a little phenomenon, as it is a "community" posting of everything from tech advise from very knowledgeable people to hilarity from some not-so-knowledgeable people. ÂWe like to see ourselves as deal experts who share our deals and make folks laugh at the same time. ÂWe might not always hit the mark, but on Twitter, you can help us out with deals we may have overlooked. You can also tell us when we just aren't funny. ÂThe latter will personally wound me, but I guess that's how I learn. =( Give us a chance, Twitter may change your life! Also, please feel free to comment on our deals right here on this site. I wanna know what you're thinking... what deals do you want to see more of... what deals are you getting sick of reading... I've braced myself, and I'm ready to read. ÂFire Away!!!! Consumer Information Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:00:07 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/follow_us_on_twitter_its_fat_free_and_a_whole_lot_of_fun/ We have some great deals on Twitter, particularly for Fatherâs Day. ÂOn Twitter, you won't find the run-of-the-mill gifts, however, you will find goodies are that are as entertaining and unique as your Dad, Husband, Brother, Father-in Law, etc. ÂCheck us out! Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Tue, 19 May 2009 10:53:57 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/become_our_neighbor_on_twitter_-_youll_get_to_look_over_the_fences_in_our_n/ Hi there! If you really would like to see what our neighbors are like on Twitter, you can follow us... It's free, and you are able to poke around other tweeples home pages. I must say, our tweets are in a class all their own, however, there are many informative and entertaining twitizens out there. ÂCheck it out. ÂThe worst you have to lose is a few minutes of your time, and we all know how much we HATE wasting time at work. Site News, Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:54:33 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/follow_us_to_twitter_and_join_the_fabric_of_the_online_society_-_clothing_o/ The Dealsister is inviting you to follow her to Twitter and become a part of the Fabric of the Online Society. ÂThis virtual neighborhood is fantastic, as you get great advice without having to worry about closing your shutters at night. ÂThese neighbors are not nosey, as they only know what you want them to know. ÂIn the real world you can't run around naked, but in Twitter, clothing is optional. Site News, Systems, Displays, Peripherals, Digital Cameras and Camcorders, Handheld Computing and Mobile Phones, Consumer Electronics, Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:32:49 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/follow_us_to_twitter_to_read_our_fantastic_twittercisms/ Hey Friends, aside from bringing you kick-ass deals, we are posting creative, wonderful, fantastic twittercisms on Twitter. ÂFollow us there and join the Twitter family. ÂIf you have a lot to say with no one to Âlisten, it's a great site for you! Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:50:21 -0400 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/hey_readers_if_you_are_hungry_for_some_witty_twittercisms..._follow_us_on_t/ Hi DealBro Readers, may I call you DealBro readers? ÂAfter all, "DealBrothers" readers sounds so formal.... you know what, never mind. ÂI'm just going to take the liberty of calling you DealBro Readers. ÂAs you can tell from my photo, I have many late nights free with nothing to do buy find you the most kick-ass deals I can.... aside from chatting with hot dudes in my chat rooms. ÂEven though I bought the flowers for myself, I would consider it a 14kt Rose if you would follow our butts on Twitter. ÂI promise to do my very best to be funny, or at the very least, informative. I don't know which is more important. ÂThey say guys like girls for the personality, right? ÂGolly Gee, I hope so. ÂAnyway maybe I'll way my brows, put on some contacts, and get veneers... and maybe one or two boob jobs if you follow us..... you may get to see a whole new me! ÂBut, it's up to you!!!! Consumer Information, Deal Mistress Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:34:49 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/belkin_neoprene_sports_armband_for_ipod_nano_3g_black_gray_11.99/ This product is great for anyone that loves the combination of music with their workout. It allows you to have full arm movements and is great for jogging indoors or out. Amazon.com has the best price we've seen on it. Portable Audio & Video Players, Consumer Information, Amazon.com Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:14:27 -0500 http://www.dealbrothers.com/deal/detail/AOC_L19W861_19_LCD_HDTV_249.99_Delivered2/ OfficeDepot.com has the AOC L19W861 19" LCD HDTV for $249.99, after an instant $50.00 rebate. With Free Shipping, it's the best deal we've seen. Consumer Information Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:00:00 -0400