How many times have you spotted an item at a great price in a retailers advertisement, jumped into your car to go get it, only to find out they are sold out? It's a frustrating experience and one that is often much too common. Try the following suggestion to avoid losing out on a great deal because the retailer has sold out.
Bring the Ad With You
Often times the same flyers can be found in the front of the stores, but it never hurts to bring your own copy in case you need it.Ask for Help
Ask an employee of the store to help you locate the item if you are unable to find it. If it is determined that the item is sold-out ask for a "rain check" or for a comparable item at the same sale price. A "rain check" will allow you to purchase the desired item, later, at the sale price.Check Other Company Stores
Ask the employee to check other stores for the advertised item. Many times national flyers will advertise an item that is not sent to all regions of the country. It is possible to have the item transferred to your local store if you request it. This usually applies to larger priced items.Grocery Store Requirements
Grocery stores are required to provide rain checks for advertised items which have sold out unless the advertisement states that "quantities are limited." The exception to this is if the store can prove that the advertised items was ordered in a timely matter and with sufficient quantities to meet the average consumer demand. This allows stores to advertise seasonal and holiday items which cannot be stocked for long periods of time, such as halloween candy and parishable goods.When is it Deceptive Advertising?
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