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Vinny:

--- Quote ---*sigh* there's so much more I could say.......... ummmmmm, did you know some MAP policies specifically forbid discussing it not only with consumers but also with fellow retailers.
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I bet the FTC would consider it price fixing and whoever was in earshot of the conversation would be hauled into court.

It's a shame that the MSRP WAS the only pricing that was fixed to be advertised. I learned about loss leaders and such and it is really bad when you can't advertize the correct price for what your selling an item for.

I guess that as long as it perceived that you either got a good price or "wasn't ripped off" that's the main thing. As you know I do buy from people who I think I get good prices on ... Most importantly, my son is getting a drum set he wants, saved some money and I looked like a hero in putting it all together! I hope he remembers this when I'm in diapers again - LOL

TN__HOT_TUB:
You done good.

Your son will appreciate having a local store to visit and/or hangout it.

I'm all for online shopping, but if a local retailer is willing to offer good/fair prices I'm all for that too.  Afterall, those local retailers are good for the hometown folks.

Dr. Spaâ„¢ Ret.:

--- Quote ---I bet the FTC would consider it price fixing and whoever was in earshot of the conversation would be hauled into court.
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Don't bet too much  ;D

from http://www.fredlaw.com/articles/marketing/mark_0401_qtj.html

"Through most of the ‘80s, the Federal Trade Commission took a hostile view toward MAP. But in 1987, it reversed its course, stating that they are not automatically unlawful where they do not attempt to control the right to actually sell products below MAP. "

Hence most MAP policies begin, "We're not telling you what to sell the product for and you may sell it at any price you want, however the price you ADVERTISE........"

HotTubMan:
Another thing manufacturers do is limit where you can advertise.

Spa Manufacturer X can't tell me where I sell my product, but can tell me I cannot advertise their product outside my territory. Not sure if its legal in the states, but thats how it works in Canada.

Dr. Spaâ„¢ Ret.:
Wouldn't that mean you couldn't mention their product on your website, since a website is an advertisement and is worldwide?



--- Quote ---Another thing manufacturers do is limit where you can advertise.

Spa Manufacturer X can't tell me where I sell my product, but can tell me I cannot advertise their product outside my territory. Not sure if its legal in the states, but thats how it works in Canada.
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