I was at my local Rite-Aid store and of course had to look at the gift card rack. I noticed Apple Store gift cards – in the past, I’d only seen iTune gift cards, but never Apple Store gift cards. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever seen Apple Store gift cards for sale at any other retail store except the Apple Store. These cards came in a variety of denominations, and all no-fee.
Most shopping portals offer less than 5% for the Apple Store, but by buying these gift cards at Rite-Aid, many credit cards pay increased points, miles or cashback. Looking at the bigger picture, are there larger opportunities with these gift cards? Can they be churned, etc?
Has anyone brainstormed the possibilities with these cards? Would you use these cards for a major purchase, or would you be more inclined to use a credit card (even if you earned less points or miles), so you could take advantage of the purchase protections a credit card might offer?
A New York frequent flyer who elegantly combines her passions for worldwide travel, running a gazillion marathons all over the globe and staying fit ... without sacrificing her fancy for good wine and food.
I saw these yesterday at Safeway too.
Obviously a Freedom 5% drug store category(which have been noticeably absent of late) would be nice, but can these cards be dumped somehow into BB?
If they come to office supply stores, then I will be getting 5x UR points on my next computer 🙂
They’re everywhere now. I looked for these high and low 2-3 months ago, nada. Ended up settling for a BBY angle. Now they’re just mocking me.
thanks Maria – it’s the first and only time I’ve seen these in New York (so far).
Apple warranties are pretty good, no matter how you pay for an item.