Barnes And Noble Coupon Thread Part 2

[diditagain]

Last week, I ordered a $39.99 item that was 15% off and used a 15% coupon and my membership. The discounted cost was calculated like this:

$39.99 - $6.00 (15% off list price) = $33.99 (online price) - $3.40 (10% member discount) = $30.59 - $4.59 (15% off coupon) = $26.00

I noticed this was a little more than my personal calculation (I always like to check using a calculator to make sure the discounts are applied correctly!). For the past few years, B&N would indeed lump the online discount and the coupon together like this:

$39.99 - $6.00 (15% off list price) = $33.99 (online price) - $8.50 (25% discount = 10% member discount + 15% off coupon) = $25.49

Not a huge difference, but B&N have definitely changed the way the discounts are applied. Basically, it looks like any coupon is taken off the member price now, whereas previously the coupon percentage was added to the member discount before being applied to the online price.

[LASERMOVIES]

Originally Posted by diditagain

Last week, I ordered a $39.99 item that was 15% off and used a 15% coupon and my membership. The discounted cost was calculated like this:

$39.99 - $6.00 (15% off list price) = $33.99 (online price) - $3.40 (10% member discount) = $30.59 - $4.59 (15% off coupon) = $26.00

I noticed this was a little more than my personal calculation (I always like to check using a calculator to make sure the discounts are applied correctly!). For the past few years, B&N would indeed lump the online discount and the coupon together like this:

$39.99 - $6.00 (15% off list price) = $33.99 (online price) - $8.50 (25% discount = 10% member discount + 15% off coupon) = $25.49

Not a huge difference, but B&N have definitely changed the way the discounts are applied. Basically, it looks like any coupon is taken off the member price now, whereas previously the coupon percentage was added to the member discount before being applied to the online price.

Okay now I see what's going on. I went back through my order history and from what I can tell B&N started changing the calculations on orders I placed as far back as April that look like the first example given. Members price was calculated off the online price, and the members coupon discount calculated off members price. Orders from earlier months appeared to get calculated like the second example you gave that combined them together. It doesn't appear the recent web site upgrade had anything to do with the calculation changes since B&N started doing this several monthes ago.

[kenbenobi]

Originally Posted by LASERMOVIES

Okay now I see what's going on. I went back through my order history and from what I can tell B&N started changing the calculations on orders I placed as far back as April that look like the first example given. Members price was calculated off the online price, and the members coupon discount calculated off members price. Orders from earlier months appeared to get calculated like the second example you gave that combined them together. It doesn't appear the recent web site upgrade had anything to do with the calculation changes since B&N started doing this several monthes ago.

The change must have occurred sometime in April then. My April 7 order calculated the old way, with the members discount and coupon combined and taken off at the same time. I didn't place another order until July 15.

[LASERMOVIES]

Originally Posted by kenbenobi

The change must have occurred sometime in April then. My April 7 order calculated the old way, with the members discount and coupon combined and taken off at the same time. I didn't place another order until July 15.

I don't know the exact date it was changed but I did place several orders throughout the month of April. I did have one calculated the old way on April 18, but another on April 23 was calculated the new way. Looks like the change took place between those dates.

[LASERMOVIES]

I updated the Visa link tonight and noticed they are currently running a 10% off promotion through their link. The offer runs through August 28.

http://usa.visa.com/personal/discoun...&printable=yes

Start the new school year off right and double your discount! Save 10% off the online price of your purchase at Barnes&Noble.com when you pay with your Visa® card.

Save on the Web’s largest in-stock inventory of new textbooks, as well as college guides, dictionaries, test prep, foreign language resources, and more. And when busy students need to unwind, our unmatched selection of DVDs and music CDs can help them do just that.

To redeem this offer, click the link below and your discount will automatically be applied at checkout. Offer redemption is solely the responsibility of Barnes&Noble.com.


Valid 08/07/2008 to 08/28/2008

[lakeland951]

Hey Lasermovies (Thanks again for all the post and coupons)

I think most people already know but live.com cashback is giving over 12% at BN for a limited time! You can also use coupons and member discount.

[kenbenobi]

Originally Posted by lakeland951

Hey Lasermovies (Thanks again for all the post and coupons)

I think most people already know but live.com cashback is giving over 12% at BN for a limited time! You can also use coupons and member discount.

Thanks, Lakeland. I didn't know that. Never used live.com before. I wonder how long the 12% lasts...

[LASERMOVIES]

Originally Posted by kenbenobi

Thanks, Lakeland. I didn't know that. Never used live.com before. I wonder how long the 12% lasts...

From what I read it says it can end at anytime. I've used Live.com a few times and they quickly issue credits for purchases. However I haven't purchased enough to qualify for a payment yet. I think you need have a minimum of $5 in credit before they will pay you.



http://search.live.com/cashback/howToUse

Back To School Deal Days!
Get extra cashback savings from Microsoft Live Search cashback for a limited time during Back To School Deal Days. The cashback savings that you see at our cashback site or at participating online stores during Back To School Deal Days have already been increased. Savings will vary and Back To School Deal Days can end anytime, so take advantage of the extra savings now.

[BKenn01]

Live is typically 6%. the 12.01% is advertised as a Back to school sale.

[Classic Films]

Bump. This thread was getting too hard to find .

[scott1598]

i don't understand why i still cannot get C7J8D4W to work. this is so frustrating!

[sb5]

I haven't been able to get 20% coupons to work for several months now - it keeps telling me that the coupons are not eligible. I don't why; the 15% and other coupons work fine. It's almost like they've restricted my account from using the 20% ones.

[Watson2]

I used C7J8D4W on a preorder yesterday and N7P8K9P a week or two ago. But a week before that the later didn't work for me.

[dino88]

C7J8D4W only works with a b&n membership, if you don't have one that would be the problem

[scott1598]

Originally Posted by dino88

C7J8D4W only works with a b&n membership, if you don't have one that would be the problem

i do have it.

[LASERMOVIES]

Looks like B&N is offering a new service to let you reserve certain items online and pick up in store if it is available at the store. I would be interested in this if you could get online pricing. So far it appears if it is only being offered in a few store locations according to the advertisement I ran across. I would imagine more stores will offer in store pick up in the future.


http://www.barnesandnoble.com/email/...?r=1&PID=24194

Reserve Online, and Pick up in a Store Near You

There's a convenient new way to shop at Barnes & Noble! Now you can reserve books, DVDs, music, and more online — then pick them up at one of the store locations listed below. Here's how:

Step 1: Locate the product you want on bn.com, then, from the product page, enter your ZIP code in the FIND IT IN OUR STORES box.

Step 2: If your selection is available, click RESERVE NOW and fill out the Reservation Request.

Step 3: Wait for our email confirming that your item is waiting for you — usually within the hour!

Step 4: Pick up and pay for your item at the store you selected.

It's that simple. For your added convenience, we'll hold your reserved item(s) for up to 3 days. Take advantage of this great new service today!

This new service is available at these store locations:

· Augusta, ME - 9 Market Place Drive
· Manchester, NH - 1741 South Willow Street
· Newington, NH - The Crossings at Fox Run
· Salem, NH - 125 South Broadway Route 28
· South Burlington, VT - 102 Dorset Street

[Watson2]

Can't get a coupon code to stack with the VISA or military free shipping link. Worked in the past, guess B&N is tightening their belt?

[LASERMOVIES]

Originally Posted by Watson2

Can't get a coupon code to stack with the VISA or military free shipping link. Worked in the past, guess B&N is tightening their belt?

I was starting to wonder if it was a problem with my account, or a web site glitch. I was having the same problem trying to place an order through the links you mentioned with my members account. Several weeks ago coupons were working fine when I ordered some CDs through the links to get free shipping stacked with a members discount and coupons.

However about a week ago I tried to order the Three Stooges Collection Volume 3 while it was at 30% off, but it wouldn't accept the coupon. The only way I could get a coupon to work was with another account I had that didn't have a B&N membership associated with it. I was able to use one of the 15% non member coupons through the Visa link with no problem. Got free shipping, 10% Visa discount, and the 15% coupon to stack just fine.

I don't know what was going on with the links, but with the members account it looked like the 10% membership discount was stacking with the 10% Visa discount before I tried adding the coupon. Then when I attempted to apply the coupon it wouldn't accept it. Previously you could only get one of the discounts through the links before adding a coupon. Not sure if it is an attempt by B&N to thwart coupon usage by members, or if it is a glitch.

My suggestion to get around the coupon rejection is create a new account without a B&N membership. A non member coupon should work with any of the links. But the Visa link is the best choice since they are currently running a 10% promotion. If you have a B&N Mastercard use the 20% code since it doesn't require a membership. I've already used the 20% code on 3 different accounts, and only one has a membership. However, I'm not sure if it will work with any credit card other then the B&N card.

[Watson2]

Stupid question:

What's the best way to set up a second account using my B&N Mastercard? Different email address keeping everything else the same?

[souvenir]

Originally Posted by Watson2

Stupid question:

What's the best way to set up a second account using my B&N Mastercard? Different email address keeping everything else the same?

If you're trying to use a B&N membership on two separate accounts, I don't think that's possible. It's set up where a membership number can only be linked to a single account.

[LASERMOVIES]

Yes, all you need is a different email address to set up a new account. I use the same credit card and address information on all of mine. You'll still earn the 5% rebate with the B&N card on all accounts.

souvenir is correct you can't use a B&N membership on more than one account unless you purchase another one with a different number. But a membership would defeat the purpose of creating a new account to get around using coupons through the Visa or Military.com links. The way it's working at the moment with the links you actually save more money without having a B&N membership.

[Watson2]

Yah, I wanted to do what Laser described. I guess it was my impatience but I didn't wait for a reply and it worked nicely. Using my new non member account I got the VISA discount and a 15% coupon plus I'll be getting 5% back from my B&N CC. Great stuff.

[kenbenobi]

Originally Posted by LASERMOVIES

about a week ago I tried to order the Three Stooges Collection Volume 3 while it was at 30% off

Crap, I missed that. I also missed South Park Season 11 when it was 30% off. Both are 20% off now, which is still decent, but 30% is obviously better. Darn it!

[LASERMOVIES]

I was sort of surprised the new Three Stooges set didn't stay too long on the top 100 bestsellers list before dropping off and increasing in price. I was glad I got my order in before it happened. I have a feeling it will return to the top sellers list in the next few days, and the price will drop to 30% off again if you wait it out.

[RevKarl]

It's up to 177 right now (It was in the mid-300s a day or so ago.)

Of course, for those who didn't buy the first two editions, they are currently on sale for 40% off (before coupons/membership discounts.)