May 29, 2014, 7:43 pm
Last edit by: prasha11
Does not work anymore, is dead..... what is the point to report 'not working'?
As of 08/25/2014, Bancorp cards (Vanilla Visa, OneVanilla, etc.) are rarely working first try for debit transactions at Walmart. There is no apparent geographical basis. Basically, it's a crapshoot.
Do not agitate a cashier or store and lose the ability to make these transactions in the future. Multiple failed swipes or transactions will likely increase scrutiny. You do not want that. It is best to stop using these cards.
Vanilla VISA defaulting to credit
As of 5/29/2014, at most Walmart locations, all Vanilla VISA cards issued by The Bancorp Bank are automatically recognized as credit. Most Mastercard have required a workaround for some time. The MoneyCenter Express (ATM, kiosk, Kate) is not affected by this change.
As of 08/25/2014, Bancorp cards (Vanilla Visa, OneVanilla, etc.) are rarely working first try for debit transactions at Walmart. There is no apparent geographical basis. Basically, it's a crapshoot.
Do not agitate a cashier or store and lose the ability to make these transactions in the future. Multiple failed swipes or transactions will likely increase scrutiny. You do not want that. It is best to stop using these cards.
Vanilla VISA defaulting to credit
As of 5/29/2014, at most Walmart locations, all Vanilla VISA cards issued by The Bancorp Bank are automatically recognized as credit. Most Mastercard have required a workaround for some time. The MoneyCenter Express (ATM, kiosk, Kate) is not affected by this change.
MO Purchases using OV @ WM
Jun 10, 2014, 2:03 pm
#901
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: TPA/SRQ
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Posts: 2,692
Jun 10, 2014, 4:36 pm
#902
Join Date: May 2008
Location: BOS/SIN
Programs: SQ
Posts: 2,704
No, it's fact
It's not a "scam" to have paid CC links on a blog. A scam implies intend to defraud or trick someone. No blogger is attempting that with CC links and the immense naivety of some readers regarding payment for advertising referral doesn’t make it so.
No matter how much people may dislike bloggers, be it some or all (and I fall into that group sometimes as well), it's not a scam to put referral links on a page.
It's not a "scam" to have paid CC links on a blog. A scam implies intend to defraud or trick someone. No blogger is attempting that with CC links and the immense naivety of some readers regarding payment for advertising referral doesn’t make it so.
No matter how much people may dislike bloggers, be it some or all (and I fall into that group sometimes as well), it's not a scam to put referral links on a page.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
Jun 10, 2014, 5:05 pm
#903
Join Date: May 2014
Location: LAX
Programs: AA, UA, DL, NSA, CIA, MIB
Posts: 537
It's not a scam, but it's sleazy.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
Jun 10, 2014, 5:12 pm
#904
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: NYC
Posts: 5,025
It's not a scam, but it's sleazy.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
How about books in general? how to books or anything else. Do you think they put the books out because people need the info or are they doing it for the money?
Do you have a problem with authors and publishers as much as you have with bloggers?
how about TV shows are they out just to entertain or make money?
How about your job? Do you do it out of the goodness of your heart or are you in it for the cash?
You are against bloggers for the exact reason you accuse them, greed. You want to keep your secrets that someone found out and told you to yourself.
Jun 10, 2014, 5:23 pm
#907
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,273
Why does the AMEX order letter start with "Congratulations! Enclosed is your order...."
Does the Amex letter-writer read this forum too?
Does the Amex letter-writer read this forum too?
Jun 10, 2014, 5:30 pm
#908
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,273
It's not a scam, but it's sleazy.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
'Best credit cards of the month'
These are the best 10 cards I recommend.
Link
Link
Link
It's generally honest advice, but it's there for money, not because people need that information. And then the disclaimer is small at the bottom. It'd be more honest to have it clearly at the top of the post.
Another example is the 'best uses of UA miles' - where at the bottom of the page there is LINK - get 30k miles, LINK - get 50 UR points, etc.
We don't need bloggers, that's the bottom line. They could all be put into one blog IMO, they all write the same stuff and all of it I already know.
MS is kind of a sensitive topic. Because of it's appeal to newbies, the community doesn't seem to think it's taboo to write about MS techniques.
Think about what would happen if one of the big bloggers posted all of the Fuel Dumps they knew. Backlash.
And before you start on me:
Yes, I question everything I read.
Yes, I am one of the lucky who likes what they do for a living.
No, I am not anti-blog. I am more anti-deception.
Yes, I realize there's a beautiful irony in that.....
Jun 10, 2014, 5:48 pm
#909
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: 787
Programs: Too many to list
Posts: 1,306
Guys,
80% of my VGC I get from CVS load fine on to BB with Kate. 20% get an Funds Not Available error after I enter the pin on Kate. Any ideas around this?
I checked the funds via calling in and its fine. I can even load with CSR when they dont question the debit card.
Any ideas how to make it work with Kate? I dont want to cumulatively have a stack of kate-unfriendly cards that I need to exit with CSR.
80% of my VGC I get from CVS load fine on to BB with Kate. 20% get an Funds Not Available error after I enter the pin on Kate. Any ideas around this?
I checked the funds via calling in and its fine. I can even load with CSR when they dont question the debit card.
Any ideas how to make it work with Kate? I dont want to cumulatively have a stack of kate-unfriendly cards that I need to exit with CSR.
Jun 10, 2014, 5:50 pm
#910
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Upstate
Programs: HH Diamond-IHG Plat-AA Gold
Posts: 215
Jun 10, 2014, 8:00 pm
#911
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 367
Re: color machines -- seems to be more accurate, timing-wise, to use the screen "change payment" button, rather than the yellow button.
Jun 12, 2014, 8:17 am
#912
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Down South, The Desert
Programs: Marriot Rewards, Southwest Rapid rewards, Emerald Club, Avis Preferred
Posts: 1,871
I had to swipe each OV 4 to 5 times just for a 1k load. I did them both in separate transactions. The yellow change button was disappearing quickly. I had to keep my finger right above the area. The cashier tried it too.
Unfortunately, the manager was called over. She asked to see the card. Since I had been managing this well, I didn't have a normal debit card to show her. Initially, she and the cashier looked at the card and agreed that it was a debit. After a couple more failed swipes, she said the card wouldn't work.
I asked her to stop the transaction and then walked around the store. I came to a different register and was having the same issue. Luckily, I was able to get it working there.
I'm thinking of dumping OVs. It's a real pain to play whack a mole with that button.
One more note: I wonder if the debit key that they press impacts the speed of the change payment button.
Jun 12, 2014, 8:32 am
#913
Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 3,508
This has been the case for me...until this morning.
I had to swipe each OV 4 to 5 times just for a 1k load. I did them both in separate transactions. The yellow change button was disappearing quickly. I had to keep my finger right above the area. The cashier tried it too.
Unfortunately, the manager was called over. She asked to see the card. Since I had been managing this well, I didn't have a normal debit card to show her. Initially, she and the cashier looked at the card and agreed that it was a debit. After a couple more failed swipes, she said the card wouldn't work.
I asked her to stop the transaction and then walked around the store. I came to a different register and was having the same issue. Luckily, I was able to get it working there.
I'm thinking of dumping OVs. It's a real pain to play whack a mole with that button.
One more note: I wonder if the debit key that they press impacts the speed of the change payment button.
I had to swipe each OV 4 to 5 times just for a 1k load. I did them both in separate transactions. The yellow change button was disappearing quickly. I had to keep my finger right above the area. The cashier tried it too.
Unfortunately, the manager was called over. She asked to see the card. Since I had been managing this well, I didn't have a normal debit card to show her. Initially, she and the cashier looked at the card and agreed that it was a debit. After a couple more failed swipes, she said the card wouldn't work.
I asked her to stop the transaction and then walked around the store. I came to a different register and was having the same issue. Luckily, I was able to get it working there.
I'm thinking of dumping OVs. It's a real pain to play whack a mole with that button.
One more note: I wonder if the debit key that they press impacts the speed of the change payment button.
Last edited by ericdabbs; Jun 12, 2014 at 8:38 am
Jun 12, 2014, 8:36 am
#914
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 143
I had a terrific experience last night at my favorite WM. I got lucky and my favorite CSR was working; the one who knows me by sight and just asks "money orders?"
First I loaded my BB $1000 with two OVs in two separate transactions. Then she sold me $4000 worth of MOs using VGCs. No problems there.
The only thing that makes me sad is my favorite CSR looks to be about 6 months pregnant, so maybe she won't be working for a while in the near future.
Then I drove over to another WM, worked with my second favorite CSR, and got $2k more of MOs using VGCs.
I am currently sitting on ~$8k of money orders that I need to distribute across my checking accounts. That will take a few days.
First I loaded my BB $1000 with two OVs in two separate transactions. Then she sold me $4000 worth of MOs using VGCs. No problems there.
The only thing that makes me sad is my favorite CSR looks to be about 6 months pregnant, so maybe she won't be working for a while in the near future.
Then I drove over to another WM, worked with my second favorite CSR, and got $2k more of MOs using VGCs.
I am currently sitting on ~$8k of money orders that I need to distribute across my checking accounts. That will take a few days.
Jun 12, 2014, 8:38 am
#915
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 253
Although I have a few other alternatives, I think Walmart in King of Prussia, PA is dead unless the Kate is operating. They are still using the old customer card terminal (non-color), and swipes of OV go instantly to the signature screen and then return a rejection error. Three different MC CSRs have told me no gift cards of any type, and they have been trained that OVs-- even though they say debit-- are gift cards and are not allowed. This goes not only for MOs but also BP and Serve loads.