Keeping Track of Gift Card Balances
Gift cards are a great gift, but keeping track of how much is left requires a method. The method that works for me is to wrap the last receipt around the gift card, since the remaining amount is usually printed there. It is one less thing to keep track of and since they usually hand you the receipt while you still have the card out it has been convenient.
By W. Chaney from Issaquah, WA
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02/14/2010
You can find your balance out at the issuer's website. For example: I have one for Starbuck's my hubby gave me for my birthday. I just go to their website and click the link for gift card balance. Works for me!
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02/13/2010
I've found that not all receipts have remaining totals so what I do is attach a 3 x 3 post-it note to the top of the front of the card and fold the bottom around to the backside and that way you can swipe the card without having to take the post-it off ;-) I just deduct the newest purchase to keep a new running total each time a purchase is made.
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02/13/2010
When we receive a gift card, I attach a piece of masking tape to the front of it and write the date received and amount on the tape. After use, I enter the new balance on the tape. By doing this, I know which gift card is the "oldest" in case we receive more than 1 card for a particular store/restaurant.
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(Archived Feb 11, 2010)Knowing How Much is Left on a Gift Card
Tip: Knowing How Much is Left on a Gift Card
Gift cards are fun to receive, and I have gotten quite a few of them. When I use a card, and it still has a balance, I use a sharpie to write the amount that is available. No more wasted cards and embarrassing moments.
By Christine from Sterling, Virginia
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RE: Knowing How Much is Left on a Gift Card
There are also websites for the cards as well as 1-800 numbers to keep track of balance. (07/15/2008)
By DEBRADJ.
RE: Knowing How Much is Left on a Gift Card
I stick on a piece of masking tape and write what is left on the card. Then I cross it off and write down the next amount left. (07/15/2008)
By cookwie
RE: Knowing How Much is Left on a Gift Card
Great advice as to writing the amount on the back. I am one that usually looks it up online via the card's website or calls the number (that is sometimes located on the back of the card). Writing the amount on is a great time saver. I'll try it next time. (07/28/2008)
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