Do you have random unused gift cards laying around? You're not alone. (via CNBCMakeIt)
How much you'll get for your cards will vary depending on the site, but typically ranges from 70% to 80% of the card's current value, says Rossman, depending on how popular the retailer of the card is. Starbucks, iTunes, Target and Walmart cards some of the most valuable.
That said, Rossman says to use caution when selling, as there are occasional complaints about the companies . Test it out with one or two gift cards first to make sure you like the process and actually receive payment. Some gift cards have inactivity fees, which typically kick in after 12 months or so. It's best to use your gift cards, or sell them, as soon as possible. Not only so you aren't charged the fee, but also in case the retailer closes before you can use it. When Sears filed for bankruptcy in 2018,If your gift cards barely have any money left on them, you may be able to exchange them at the store for cash, depending on the state you live in, according to the.
"I've purposefully left some of the airline vouchers unused because they didn't fit into my travel schedule," says Rossman. "After pricing it out, I was still going to have to pay more out of pocket with that airline than buying a ticket from someone else." Overall, Rossman says using your gift card, either to buy something or as a gift for someone else, is the best way to get the most value out of it. Bankrate suggests keeping them on hand in a convenient location — either in your car or purse, for example — instead of tucked away at home. You can also use anRossman also suggests putting a calendar reminder in your phone before a big event, like a spouse's or parent's birthday, so you remember to spend it.
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