I've never had a problem with rebate cards. I don't know about you, but I keep my receipts for the purchases I make with a rebate card in order to have the correct balance. I know it may sounds neurotic, but it does keep me from experiencing the frustrations of not knowing how much is left on a card. Usually, I find a great use for rebate cards: groceries. Most places will let you do split tender and its better to put that rebate money towards food than a video game or a new pair of shoes. Just saying.