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Circuit City puts itself up for sale

Circuit City puts itself up for sale

Kwame Kuadey on May 9th, 2008 10

According to a story on Bloomberg News this morning, struggling retailer Circuit City has decided to put itself up for sale. The company is opening its books to Blockbuster and other investors interested in an acquisition….

Where to buy an iTunes gift cards (in-person)

Where to buy an iTunes gift cards (in-person)

Kwame Kuadey on May 9th, 2008 30

This is a popular question online, especially on Yahoo Answers, so I did some research and here is what I found: You can buy an iTunes gift card at the apple store. To do this, you…

Free $25 gift card from Giftcards.com

Free $25 gift card from Giftcards.com

Kwame Kuadey on May 8th, 2008 0

Giftcards.com is offering a free gift card worth $25 if you purchase a $100 Visa gift card or more and pay through eBillme. The eBillme service offered by Giftcards.com allows you to pay for purchases from…

Gift Card Alert: Linens and Things to honor Gift Cards during Bankruptcy

Gift Card Alert: Linens and Things to honor Gift Cards during Bankruptcy

Kwame Kuadey on May 8th, 2008 3

Here is some good news for Linens n’ Things gift card holders. The company will continue to honor gift cards despite the recent bankruptcy filing. According to a story on Promo Magazine’s website, Linens n’ Things…

Free gift card from Sam’s Club for recycled electronics

Free gift card from Sam’s Club for recycled electronics

Kwame Kuadey on May 7th, 2008 0

N.E.W. Customer Service Companies, Inc. has partnered with Sam’s Club to launch a new online electronics recycling service that helps Sam’s club members nationwide get rid of their older, unwanted, electronics through an easy-to-use online recycling…

Gift Cards: Use them now or lose them

Gift Cards: Use them now or lose them

Kwame Kuadey on May 6th, 2008 1

During the last two weeks, I have talked a lot about why consumers should redeem their gift cards soon due to the recession and the possibility of more retailers going under. One area i have not…

Gift Card Question: What is Naked Gift Card™ and Lonely Gift Card™?

Gift Card Question: What is Naked Gift Card™ and Lonely Gift Card™?

Kwame Kuadey on May 4th, 2008 0

If you’ve read the “About Us” page on this site, you’ve probably come across the terms “Naked Gift Card” and “Lonely Gift Card” and may be wondering that these are. This post explains what these terms…

Gift Card Alert: Linens and Things Files for Bankruptcy

Gift Card Alert: Linens and Things Files for Bankruptcy

Kwame Kuadey on May 3rd, 2008 2

Yes, it’s true – Linens ‘n Things filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection yesterday. I am sure the question on the minds of gift card holders is whether the company will continue to honor gift cards….

Gift Card Ideas for Mother’s Day That Stand Out

Gift Card Ideas for Mother’s Day That Stand Out

Kwame Kuadey on May 1st, 2008 0

Getting a mother’s day gift can sometimes be challenging. Many times, you are not sure what to get. The usual suspects – flowers, dining out, chocolates, cards, and chore tickets are probably overused. This year, you…

Gift Card Alert: Circuit City filing for bankruptcy?

Gift Card Alert: Circuit City filing for bankruptcy?

Kwame Kuadey on May 1st, 2008 37

Is Circuit City going out of business? Over the last week or so, there have been lots of questions regarding gift card redemption from Circuit City. The questions are based on rumors of the company being…

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