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Melissa78 said:The card the host used was registered online. I tried to call HO but they were closed. The girl checked the balance on it and it is $3 short now b/c the gift card company already took out a monthly fee (and she just got it for this purpose). I now know these cards are not good - filled with fee's. I made the suggestion to cash it out at an ATM and of course, another fee plus the atm fee that whatever bank owns it tacks on.
Lesson learned: I will be very specific with closing out a show and methods accepted. Who doesn't have a bank account this day in age? That one always baffles me. I'm now offering hosts incentive to not send me a check so that I don't have to go to the bank. Such an inconvenience since I work longer hours than banks are open (imagine that). My first 2010 incentive for hosts has already caused me grief. Hope its not a sign for what 2010 is to bring.
jwpamp said:FYI -- per HO this morning....they can NOT accept Gift Cards as forms of payment at this time.
The new zip code requirement for using a gift card is a security measure put in place by many retailers to prevent fraudulent transactions. Customers are required to enter their zip code at the point of sale when using a gift card as a form of payment.
Entering your zip code when using a gift card helps verify your identity and ensure that the gift card is being used by the intended recipient. This helps protect both the customer and the retailer from fraud.
Not all retailers have the zip code requirement for using a gift card, but it is becoming more common as a security measure. It is always best to check with the specific retailer before making a purchase to see if this requirement is in place.
In most cases, you will not be able to use a gift card without entering your zip code. However, some retailers may have alternative methods for verifying your identity, such as a pin number or ID check.
If you do not know the zip code associated with your gift card, you can usually find it by contacting the retailer or checking the card's packaging or receipt. If you are unable to locate the zip code, you may need to contact the gift card issuer or use a different form of payment.