7 tips to prevent a gift card nightmare
Mark Garrison Feb 22, 2013
Gift cards that can be used anywhere are now more popular than cards for specific stores, like Best Buy, Apple or Barnes & Noble. But these general purpose cards come with strings attached for both those who give and receive them.
Missouri residents cash in on unused gift cards
Maria Altman Dec 28, 2012
In Missouri the law requires retailers to turn over proceeds to the state if a gift card remains unused for more than five years. The Missouri state treasurer says his office has millions to return to consumers.
The economics of gift giving
Tony Cox Dec 7, 2012
Not sure what to give your Secret Santa? Here's some advice on how to re-think the gift-giving process so that everyone is left satisfied.
Gift cards give retailers a boost
Jeff Tyler Aug 21, 2012
Retailers make money by selling gift cards to be redeemed at other stores.
Living a cashless life
Tess Vigeland Mar 16, 2012
Almost everyone takes plastic these days, but it’s not like pot dealers take cards... or do they?
Good reads
Chris Farrell Dec 12, 2011
Here are some recent stories on a variety of personal finance subjects.
