Is that independent of the time updated or submitted?

What if before and after posting a new deal, the search shows no duplicate, then the next day another MM comes up with a Dup, how then will that be handled? There has been time, where I have searched and no result comes up, even after proceeding to create and post, no dup notification. Then another MM would call dup and your like, but I searched and nothing came up. Also, when certain words are adding in a title like "Today Only" the item I find does not come up in a search. So I believe the search and find filter needs some updating to provide accurate search results. Thanks.

Thanks for commenting, branie. I'm not sure if your comment is directed to me or to DivaToya.

My question is not about searching for duplicates or money. I'm simply trying to do the right thing in the first place by updating an old deal if that is the preferred action over submitting a new one.

The reason I asked is that I updated a sale with new coupon code and expiration date yesterday. Another member posted a new deal for the same offer (at what appeared to be close to the same time) and I learned about it when they commented on my deal later that the deals were duplicates. They were then given an opportunity to "edit" my update and their deal was buried. I agree about burying the new deal for the same offer, but didn't expect them to be given my update.

For clarity, the money is the same either way (1/2 credit) but I want to understand clearly and follow the rules correctly. I always remove my deal when I realize it's a duplicate, sometimes I see it myself before others even comment.

To be clear. My comments were not directed at anyone. Just my thoughts & experiences.

@DealBuster2,
- If comparing update vs new, "time submitted" will be utilized
- If comparing two updated deals, "time updated" will be utilized.

@DivaToya
It will be case by case, but assuming you have done your due diligence: searched & pay attention to dup notification, you will be asked to update an exiting deal and share the credit.

@branie
As I've shared before, I'm not a big fan of creating rules & modifying them. Fortunately, we have MMs like you: check existing offers thoroughly, pay attention & make necessary adjustments, or consult with Mod, if things are not clear. "Think less about MM and more about DP" is an environment that I would like to create by working closely with existing active, caring, supportive MMs. Creating rules & protocols for uncooperative MM(s) is a part of my plan for this year (and it will be enforced).

@DealBuster2,
Case: I updated a sale with a new coupon code and expiration date yesterday. Another member posted a new deal for the same offer (at what appeared to be close to the same time) > admins will support your deal over a new deal.

Case: They were then given an opportunity to "edit" my update and their deal was buried. I agree about burying the new deal for the same offer, but didn't expect them to be given my update. > Currently, this is what admins are doing, if a new deal was posted earlier than the time you've updated an existing deal.

Hope I was able to answer everyone's questions & share my thought on comments.

Thank you @Notbad, I appreciate your quick response.