Aug 2, 2013, 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)
Mar 10, 2014, 7:38 am
#5206
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Mar 10, 2014, 7:46 am
#5207
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The other advantage of Serve over BB is that you can do $1K online via CC and $1K online via Debit card (in your name).
Mar 10, 2014, 8:07 am
#5208
Join Date: Nov 2013
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I've noticed the same in my area. Never a problem finding VRs in the last year until recently. Last time I was in I saw two knuckleheads grab entire stacks and go to the register. Both bought 5k worth until the cashier told them they exceeded their limit. Pitched a fit. Who knows what happened to the left over cards. Very nonchalant attitudes too. The same two or three cashiers work the evening shift when I go and they told me they've seen a lot of new faces.
I've seen other morons and Staples trying to buy thousands in $200 gift cards. Which of course requires store manager approval and lots of scrutiny. Discretion is out the window.
Mar 10, 2014, 8:33 am
#5209
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its kinda like when walmart MC asks about MO, have read storied here on FT about CS reps talking peopel out of MO to send to injured relative overseas.
Mar 10, 2014, 8:51 am
#5210
Join Date: Sep 2013
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is there any particular reasons i shouldn't let them scan my ID? do 2 transactions of $500 each versus 1 transaction of $1000
what are the drawbacks of them scanning my ID?
what are the drawbacks of them scanning my ID?
Mar 10, 2014, 9:02 am
#5212
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I'm afraid it's related to the Citi offer. Many people got 2 cards and they don't
have other ways to spend $20K in 3 months…
I'm surprised that offer is going on for that long, that made everyone
and his grandma go for it
Mar 10, 2014, 9:06 am
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Mar 10, 2014, 9:21 am
#5214
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It is something they require of you, so quit being a bad customer and just be grateful that CVS is still allowing these types of purchases with a CC.
Mar 10, 2014, 9:23 am
#5215
Join Date: Feb 2011
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There's also a lot of VR fraud on instagram and twitter. Search #vanillareload and you'll find lots of interesting individuals offering to flip your money for you. The claim is they can return 10X your money because they work for Incomm and can add a 0 to your funds balance once they know the code on the back of your VR.
Scam works by having the goat buy a VR and send the code on back to the individuals on instagram/twitter. Then like your Uncle King in Africa, communication breaks down.
http://statigr.am/tag/vanillareload
Scam works by having the goat buy a VR and send the code on back to the individuals on instagram/twitter. Then like your Uncle King in Africa, communication breaks down.
http://statigr.am/tag/vanillareload
The local police have issued fraud warnings on these cards, some people are calling up small resteraunts, telling them they are the local power company and that their bill is deliquent, then telling them they need to goto drug store and purchase 400 VR card can call beack with the number or there power will be turned off that day. worried they will be shut down that evening during rush many seem to fall for it.
its kinda like when walmart MC asks about MO, have read storied here on FT about CS reps talking peopel out of MO to send to injured relative overseas.
its kinda like when walmart MC asks about MO, have read storied here on FT about CS reps talking peopel out of MO to send to injured relative overseas.
Mar 10, 2014, 9:56 am
#5216
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 117
Quit being so paranoid. CVS is protecting itself because it doesn't want to get in trouble with any federal agencies. The government has put the burden on banks and financial services businesses to know where the money people are depositing, or "loading" is coming from, and to implement reasonable policies to prevent theft & money laundering.
It is something they require of you, so quit being a bad customer and just be grateful that CVS is still allowing these types of purchases with a CC.
It is something they require of you, so quit being a bad customer and just be grateful that CVS is still allowing these types of purchases with a CC.
Those that are paranoid and afraid actually help those (Me) by not stepping up their game. That, theoretically, leaves VRs on the gift card racks so that we can buy 5K a day. More with the Wife along.
So grab your 2 cards for less than 1K, keep that DL safely tucked away in your wallet. The game, when played to the max, isn't for the What if-ers.
No Guts, No Glory. But as usual, YMMV
Mar 10, 2014, 10:10 am
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Mar 10, 2014, 10:26 am
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Mar 10, 2014, 10:27 am
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Mar 10, 2014, 10:39 am
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LoL, ok, thread police ...
I hide them in chicagoland. I took a couple up to the register yesterday and the clerk said "Where did you find these? We've had people looking to buy them all week."
I said, "They were just in the gift card area, maybe you just got a new supply in."
Every man for himself, MSers.
I said, "They were just in the gift card area, maybe you just got a new supply in."
Every man for himself, MSers.
