Feb 25, 2017, 7:35 am
Last edit by: ChrisFlyer66
This is the thread for 2017. The previous discussion on this topic can be found here: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/manuf...thread-77.html
The thread for 2018 is here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/manufactured-spending/1886480-giftcardmall-master-thread-2018-a.html
What portal is currently offering the highest payout for GCM?
Check cashbackmonitor and cashbackholic for current payouts. Be sure to review the T&C for GCM at each portal as some offer lower payouts for Visa GCs.
Amex gift cards cannot be used to buy Visa gift cards
VGC issued by metabank. Cards come activated.
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Monthly Limit is 15K per GCM account for a revolving 30 days. Once you hit 15K, GCM will display a message on the screen letting you know you hit the limit.
Start out slow 1k and then another 1k - they will call to verify the card, and shipping address. Next order they will not call. Orders under 2k have free shipping.
If you get this error:
This transaction was not completed. The transaction was not submitted correctly, or has been declined by your card issuer. You can try again with a different card or review your payment information for any necessary corrections.
- A Few people report it is blocked for the day, try again the next day. MOST ppl report being permanently blocked. Or you entered a wrong 3-digit security number.
GCM recommends using the Chrome or Firefox browsers. Be sure you are not using an ad blocker and not disabling any cookie settings (3rd party, tracking, etc.) from the default or you may get this error.
Direct support Numbers is 877.426.2551
Warning: Orders can be lost or stolen. Call to have the cards reissued or canceled. Orders usually arrive in 5-10 days.
Check your cc for pending or posted payments and call about your order if you are concerned it is taking a long time for delivery. Sometimes GCM was taking up to 2 weeks for delivery.
The thread for 2018 is here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/manufactured-spending/1886480-giftcardmall-master-thread-2018-a.html
What portal is currently offering the highest payout for GCM?
Check cashbackmonitor and cashbackholic for current payouts. Be sure to review the T&C for GCM at each portal as some offer lower payouts for Visa GCs.
Amex gift cards cannot be used to buy Visa gift cards
VGC issued by metabank. Cards come activated.
-------------------------
Monthly Limit is 15K per GCM account for a revolving 30 days. Once you hit 15K, GCM will display a message on the screen letting you know you hit the limit.
Start out slow 1k and then another 1k - they will call to verify the card, and shipping address. Next order they will not call. Orders under 2k have free shipping.
If you get this error:
This transaction was not completed. The transaction was not submitted correctly, or has been declined by your card issuer. You can try again with a different card or review your payment information for any necessary corrections.
- A Few people report it is blocked for the day, try again the next day. MOST ppl report being permanently blocked. Or you entered a wrong 3-digit security number.
GCM recommends using the Chrome or Firefox browsers. Be sure you are not using an ad blocker and not disabling any cookie settings (3rd party, tracking, etc.) from the default or you may get this error.
Direct support Numbers is 877.426.2551
Warning: Orders can be lost or stolen. Call to have the cards reissued or canceled. Orders usually arrive in 5-10 days.
Check your cc for pending or posted payments and call about your order if you are concerned it is taking a long time for delivery. Sometimes GCM was taking up to 2 weeks for delivery.
GiftCardMall Master Thread(2017)
Jan 9, 2017, 8:56 pm
#31
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 483
FYI: CVS will stop participating in the 5back visas Jan 20 according to the Five Back thread. The 5back will not be that appealing after that. Back to TCB and GCM for me.
Jan 10, 2017, 2:00 pm
#32
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 66
Got a 'not approved by security screening' order cancellation on my first Simon online purchase for one $500 FB. No idea why. I've bought $8K at GCM in the last month with no big issue.
Jan 11, 2017, 10:28 am
#33
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 740
For the next few days TCB is offering 2.5% back instead of the regular 2%.
I placed a 2k order and for the first time in a year of ordering from GCM a security agent called me and verified my info. Was told it was a random security check.
I placed a 2k order and for the first time in a year of ordering from GCM a security agent called me and verified my info. Was told it was a random security check.
Jan 11, 2017, 11:58 am
#35
Jan 12, 2017, 8:59 am
#36
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 740
Made another order just now.
Jan 12, 2017, 12:24 pm
#37
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 1,303
Well now, I have the previously mentioned 10/19 that has paid out, an order from 10/21 that is confirmed, and one from 11/9 that has paid. Any thoughts as to what I can do besides filing a ticket with TCB on the 10/21 order. Going on 12 weeks.
Jan 13, 2017, 1:49 pm
#38
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Melbourne, Florida, USA
Posts: 2,983
I have been placing 4 X $500 orders so far, and am thinking of increasing to 6 X $500 to complete minimum spend in one shot. Has anyone had any problems with $3k orders but not with $2k?
Jan 13, 2017, 10:14 pm
#40
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 152
For TCB 2.5%, looks like it is for other gift cards. It is only 1.25% for visa. Is it posted 2.5% for all visa? Or only for the new fiveback visa?
Jan 14, 2017, 8:28 pm
#44
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 10
What the general methodology regarding GCM?
Seems like I can buy a Simon Visa GC online. Pay $504.44. Take said card to Walmart for a $0.70 money order. Deposit MO in bank account. Pay CC. Given 1% back CC (CSR), this is essentially paying $0.14 for 504.44 miles right?? Doesn't sound like I'm doing it right..
Seems like I can buy a Simon Visa GC online. Pay $504.44. Take said card to Walmart for a $0.70 money order. Deposit MO in bank account. Pay CC. Given 1% back CC (CSR), this is essentially paying $0.14 for 504.44 miles right?? Doesn't sound like I'm doing it right..
Jan 15, 2017, 6:00 am
#45
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 253
What the general methodology regarding GCM?
Seems like I can buy a Simon Visa GC online. Pay $504.44. Take said card to Walmart for a $0.70 money order. Deposit MO in bank account. Pay CC. Given 1% back CC (CSR), this is essentially paying $0.14 for 504.44 miles right?? Doesn't sound like I'm doing it right..
Seems like I can buy a Simon Visa GC online. Pay $504.44. Take said card to Walmart for a $0.70 money order. Deposit MO in bank account. Pay CC. Given 1% back CC (CSR), this is essentially paying $0.14 for 504.44 miles right?? Doesn't sound like I'm doing it right..