How I found a stellar deal on a great MacBook Pro

Last week I received a new MacBook Pro. For about 1 year at work we've been saying "we need to figure out how to support Mac's". Well, that time has come, and a couple weeks ago I used the following method to get a great deal at Calvary. I thought it would be worth putting down in written form:

1. Make sure your church is part of the Willow Creek Association.
2. Use the WCA Apple Store to get discounted pricing.
3. Buy a refurbished Mac (after using the WCA link, it's on the lower left)
   

Resources and tips to use in making your decision:

• Prayer!
• www.macperformanceguide.com (great insight into what works, and how to buy wisely)
• Don't buy any of the Hard Drive or Memory upgrades from Apple. Get them from OWC instead!
• Buy AppleCare from B&H, not Apple (B&H is cheaper).
• Common sense (think it through and get a second opinion; ignore the Apple ads)

In all, I was able to save ~15% on the price of a MacBook Pro, which is a stellar deal on an Apple product.

Enjoy!