Can a host put a full show on her credit card?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the practice of hosts putting the total amount of a Pampered Chef show on their credit cards, with various participants sharing their personal experiences and views on the topic.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal, Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses concern about a host wanting to put the entire show on her credit card, noting this is their first experience with such a request.
  • Another participant mentions that they have successfully done this multiple times without any issues or calls from the Home Office (HO).
  • Several users share similar experiences, indicating that while it may not be a common practice, they have not encountered problems when attempting it.
  • One participant notes that it is advisable to verify that the host's credit card has enough available credit before proceeding.
  • Another participant shares that they combined several orders on one credit card and did not face any issues.
  • One participant mentions that HO typically states that a host can only put one additional order on her credit card, suggesting that this may be a limitation to consider.
  • Another participant recounts a recent experience where they did not list any guests as paid, and the total showed correctly under the host's name without problems.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the acceptability and potential issues of hosts using their credit cards for the full show total, with no clear consensus emerging on the practice.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences that vary in context, including different types of shows and payment methods used by hosts.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are navigating similar situations with hosts and seeking insights from peer experiences may find this discussion relevant.

tlmcunning
tlmcunning
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host put a full show on her credit card. I have a host who made it to the $150 mark by the skin of her teeth and wants to put the whole show on her credit card. Can we do this? This is the first time I have ever worked with a host who insisted that all payment be made out to her and not to me. I am a little worried about this.

Tracy
 
Some people say that you can't, but I do all the time and have never had a problem or had HO call.
 
I have done this too, just don't make it a habit. It's always a no unless you try!
 
Give it a try, but don't be surprised if HO gives you a call about it. Officially, we can only do this if it's on a PC Visa.
 
I did it once and didn't have a problem. Just verify with the host that there's enough room on the card.
 
I did this but I combined a few orders and ended up with 3 charges all on same cc...Had no problem.. was 1 month ago.
 
I have done this before for out of state catalog shows. Everyone paid the host and she paid from her debit card. I have not had any problems.
 
I have done it as well w/ no problems.
 
I have done it a few times! No problems. I wasn't aware that you weren't supposed to.
 
When I have tried this, HO always calls and says that the host can only put 1 other order other than hers on her credit card. So if you put it in as 1 order then I don't see a problem with it.
 
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Thank you everyone so much.
 
I did this just recently. I did not show any guest as paid and when it came to the host's total, it should the whole show as her total. I did not have any problem at all with it. It was an out of town host that just had the checks made out to her and put then in her account and did not want to send them all via the mail.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a host put a full show on her credit card?

Yes, a host can use her credit card to pay for the total amount of her show. This is a common practice, especially if the host wants to earn rewards or points on her credit card.

Are there any restrictions on using a credit card for a full show?

While hosts can use their credit cards, it's important to check with the consultant for any specific policies or restrictions regarding payment methods. Some promotions or offers may have different rules.

What happens if the show total exceeds the host's credit limit?

If the show total exceeds the host's credit limit, she may need to consider alternative payment methods, such as splitting the payment across multiple cards or using cash or checks for the difference.

Can a host still receive host rewards if she pays with a credit card?

Yes, hosts can still earn host rewards even if they pay for the show with a credit card. The rewards are based on the total sales of the show, not the payment method used.

Is it possible to pay for part of the show with a credit card and part with cash?

Yes, hosts can use a combination of payment methods, including credit cards and cash, to pay for their show. This flexibility allows hosts to manage their finances more effectively.

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