Aug 2, 13, 6:51 pm
Last edit by: CWAL
A new thread was created for the new year in 2017. This is the old thread. For the 2017 on this topic, go here: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/manufactured-spending/1819562-cvs-master-thread-2017-a.html
CVS is cash only for all Incomm-related reloads and reloadable cards, including Vanilla Reloads and Serve swipe reloads. See memo to stores for complete list. Other cards at CVS can still be bought using credit, but YMMV depending on location, Manager, etc.
New limits rolling out starting 10/20:
Transactions with $300 or more of card face value require ID.
Limit $2000 of card face value per 24 hour rolling period.
Limit of 10 cards per 24 hours.
Cashback posted in 48 hours.
Cash Register Freezing
Multiple reports that the CVS cash register will freeze and lock after scanning the ID when purchasing multiple prepaid cards. Then the register's computer needs to be restarted. Some report that "swiping" the ID instead of "scanning" will avoid the issue.
Limit of 7 tenders (swipes) per transaction. This is most commonly run into when using low-value AGCs. After seven, the transaction must be complete, no cash (or any other payment method) will be accepted to pay the balance.
CVS is cash only for all Incomm-related reloads and reloadable cards, including Vanilla Reloads and Serve swipe reloads. See memo to stores for complete list. Other cards at CVS can still be bought using credit, but YMMV depending on location, Manager, etc.
New limits rolling out starting 10/20:
Transactions with $300 or more of card face value require ID.
Limit $2000 of card face value per 24 hour rolling period.
Limit of 10 cards per 24 hours.
Cashback posted in 48 hours.
Cash Register Freezing
Multiple reports that the CVS cash register will freeze and lock after scanning the ID when purchasing multiple prepaid cards. Then the register's computer needs to be restarted. Some report that "swiping" the ID instead of "scanning" will avoid the issue.
Limit of 7 tenders (swipes) per transaction. This is most commonly run into when using low-value AGCs. After seven, the transaction must be complete, no cash (or any other payment method) will be accepted to pay the balance.
CVS master thread(2013-2016)
Feb 17, 14, 4:39 pm
#4456
Join Date: Jan 2003
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Originally Posted by dukerau
I was recently told by an employee of a VR-selling business that I could not use CC to purchase, "it's the law." I don't want to break the law, so I stopped purchasing VR.
Be careful out there.
Feb 17, 14, 4:40 pm
#4457
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 1,708
Originally Posted by ChurchofTee
I am in the area and my local store has always had them. I was there today and saw some, although I did not check on how many. I know down in Houston, via a friend, their store got a shipment on sometime this weekend, a big one.
Feb 17, 14, 4:45 pm
#4458
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Down South, The Desert
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These depletions of inventory sound similar to the phenomenon we experienced when the new updated cards were released.
Also, I think that the big Citi offer is causing people to buy more cards.
Also, I think that the big Citi offer is causing people to buy more cards.
Feb 17, 14, 4:46 pm
#4459
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 58
Originally Posted by cuetan
I hit 8 different stores in DFW Metroplex over the last 3 days and all beans have been cleared out
Feb 17, 14, 6:19 pm
#4460
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: SFO/ORD
Posts: 210
Are there any other Ink cardholders? Per FlightNurse, buying VR's isn't a good use of Ink?!? So I'm trying to figure out why others still buy VR's with Ink.
Feb 17, 14, 6:28 pm
#4461
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: WAS
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Posts: 2,580
Originally Posted by envoy245
Are there any other Ink cardholders? Per FlightNurse, buying VR's isn't a good use of Ink?!? So I'm trying to figure out why others still buy VR's with Ink.
Feb 17, 14, 6:35 pm
#4462
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 58
Originally Posted by envoy245
Are there any other Ink cardholders? Per FlightNurse, buying VR's isn't a good use of Ink?!? So I'm trying to figure out why others still buy VR's with Ink.
Feb 17, 14, 6:38 pm
#4463
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: SFO/ORD
Posts: 210
Originally Posted by f0xx
Unless you're able to get VR at a gas station (2X category) , there is no point in using the Ink as a 1X card.
I'm trying to meet min. spend requirement for signup. Would it be better to spend $2500 -3K in gift cards at Staples (Amazon, Whole Foods, Home Depot) than $2500 - 3K in VR's?
Feb 17, 14, 6:42 pm
#4464
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 58
Originally Posted by envoy245
I already using Ink for Stapling, paying internet/utilities. And have bought $500 in GC's at Staples.
I'm trying to meet min. spend requirement for signup. Would it be better to spend $2500 -3K in gift cards at Staples (Amazon, Whole Foods, Home Depot) than $2500 - 3K in VR's?
I'm trying to meet min. spend requirement for signup. Would it be better to spend $2500 -3K in gift cards at Staples (Amazon, Whole Foods, Home Depot) than $2500 - 3K in VR's?
Your best buck is usually with gift cards.
Then VR's at gas stations.
Then the basic VR's.
There is nothing wrong with using VR's to meet your minimum spend to get it off your mind.
Feb 17, 14, 6:45 pm
#4465
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Originally Posted by NYBanker
I heard of someone getting met in a parking lot by a police lieutenant. Thankfully, they weren't arrested, but they were asked a bunch of questions.
Be careful out there.
Be careful out there.
Feb 17, 14, 6:48 pm
#4466
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: WAS
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Originally Posted by envoy245
I already using Ink for Stapling, paying internet/utilities. And have bought $500 in GC's at Staples.
I'm trying to meet min. spend requirement for signup. Would it be better to spend $2500 -3K in gift cards at Staples (Amazon, Whole Foods, Home Depot) than $2500 - 3K in VR's?
I'm trying to meet min. spend requirement for signup. Would it be better to spend $2500 -3K in gift cards at Staples (Amazon, Whole Foods, Home Depot) than $2500 - 3K in VR's?
If that's the case. VR away!
Feb 17, 14, 6:55 pm
#4467
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Join Date: Nov 1999
Posts: 24,156
Originally Posted by f0xx
Unless you're able to get VR at a gas station (2X category) , there is no point in using the Ink as a 1X card.
im not saying that Ink doesnt have better usage but even at 1x it works for many folks
Feb 17, 14, 6:58 pm
#4468
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: SFO/ORD
Posts: 210
Originally Posted by f0xx
You didn't say you need to meet spend. I thought you were trying to maximize points earn.
If that's the case. VR away!
If that's the case. VR away!
I just read about AmEx GC's (buying through BC / TCB) -- then using them for VR's. So I'll give that a whirl.
Feb 17, 14, 7:05 pm
#4469
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: WAS
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Posts: 2,580
Originally Posted by envoy245
I don't want to sit on $3K worth of Amazon, Whole Foods and other GC's that will take me a while to get through.
I just read about AmEx GC's (buying through BC / TCB) -- then using them for VR's. So I'll give that a whirl.
I just read about AmEx GC's (buying through BC / TCB) -- then using them for VR's. So I'll give that a whirl.That's the only thing holding me back from AMEX GC's.
Feb 17, 14, 7:36 pm
#4470
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 58
VR's are the safest bet for your current quest.
If you are willing to play that game, feel free to learn.
If you are willing to play that game, feel free to learn.
