Property News · November 12, 2016

Small print puts the ouch in gift vouchers


Gift cards offer recipients flexibility, but can come with expiry dates and hidden charges. We look at the pros and cons of these once simple presentsAs Christmas gets nearer shoppers stuck for ideas will be thinking of turning to that old standby, the gift card. Such cards and vouchers – in either plastic, paper or digital form – have long been a go-to option for shoppers with tricky-to-buy-for loved ones – the industry is now worth £5bn a year.But gift cards have their downsides, one of which is that there is no guarantee they will be honoured if the retailer goes bust. They are undeniably convenient, however. Here we outline the pros and cons, and what you can do if you receive an unwanted gift card. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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