Trade your gift cards for cash
Sometimes people get gift cards that they don’t have much use for. It's not that there’s anything wrong with the card, but it's just that the recipient would much rather have cash in hand rather than a gift card. If you’ve got a card you don’t really have much use for, you could trade it for cash to a gift card reseller. No, you will likely not get back the full value of the card, but you’ll have enough to put it towards something you really want to buy.
Purchase gift cards for a discounted price
Gift card resellers purchase unwanted gift cards at a discount. They then mark up the price slightly and sell it. But, this price is still lesser than the actual face value of the card. This gives an opportunity for people to purchase gift cards for a lot less.
Stack gift cards
Have you just received a gift card? While you could use your gift card on its own, you may want to consider stacking it with coupons, in-store sales, loyalty rewards, online promotions, and more, to get a better deal on your purchase. It’s best to check if the store you are shopping at offers this option.
Keep a track of the balance on your gift card
To get the most value out of your gift card, you should keep a track of how much balance you have left on the card. Some gift card apps let you check the balance online. If not, you could keep a log of your card. Another solution is to write the balance on the gift card itself. Just ensure you don’t cover up any important details on the card.
Make sure to use your gift card before it expires
This is a no brainer, but you have to remember to use your card. Make it easier for yourself to remember to use your gift card by keeping it close to your cash or the credit card you use most often. This will remind you to use the card each time you reach into your wallet to pay for something.
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