You might pay only a nickel or a dollar, plus postage and handling. In fact, though, the average price including the introductory deal usually works out to your benefit. The potential problem with these clubs is that they automatically send you a CD or tape every month or so. Before shipping the item, the club sends you a notice of the upcoming shipment. The only way to prevent the automatic shipment is to return the notice before the date it specifies.
Book clubs operate on a similar basis.
These clubs are not necessarily a bad deal. You may want to meet your additional obligation quickly and then resign your membership. Also, the clubs do offer many incentives to try to keep you as a member, which may be worthwhile to you. But if you forget to return the monthly notice, you will receive unwanted CDs or tapes, and you will be obligated to pay for them or to return them, sometimes at your own expense. Everything you need for court related issues.