New Amex statement credits

[Mr_Orange]

also, have you dealt with 99% of buyers on gumtree,

ive lost all my hair from pulling it all out

I haven't used Guntree. Are they that bad?

Yes, I call it Scumtree. Try it for yourself though.

Apart from the odd time waster (buyer) I have never had any issues buying or selling on Gumtree. I'm not sure what you guys are up to...

 

[Happy Dude]

My wife sold a fridge on Gumtree and the guy who bought it asked if he could take it in the morning and bring the money around later on "because he hasn't been to the ATM".

If you approach it with the assumption that every buyer is a scumbag that believes you are desperate to sell at any price, have grossly over-estimated the worth of your item, are stupid and he is the only person that will ever be interested in the item, then you'll have no problems.

 

[Mr_Orange]

My wife sold a fridge on Gumtree and the guy who bought it asked if he could take it in the morning and bring the money around later on "because he hasn't been to the ATM".

I classify such people as 'time wasters'. The response, either verbal, by email or by SMS, would have been one word, 'no'. That leaves the ball firmly in their court. If they are still serious they will arrive with cash or you will never hear from them again.

I once had someone turn up with half the cash. I gave him directions to the nearest ATM. He actually did come back with the full amount so was a legitimate buyer as it turned out.

 

[Dr Ralph]

I classify such people as 'time wasters'. The response, either verbal, by email or by SMS, would have been one word, 'no'. That leaves the ball firmly in their court. If they are still serious they will arrive with cash or you will never hear from them again.

I once had someone turn up with half the cash. I gave him directions to the nearest ATM. He actually did come back with the full amount so was a legitimate buyer as it turned out.

Have sold many items via gumtree, including a $30,000 car. Little to no dramas. Some time wasters yes, who are easily slapped down, but given the commission you pay to use the site it's a no brainer for me.

 

[JohnK]

Apart from the odd time waster (buyer) I have never had any issues buying or selling on Gumtree. I'm not sure what you guys are up to...

I've never used Gumtree and can only go on people's experiences. I do have some things to sell but don't need the hassle that it can generate.

 

[tinkybelle]

I sell a lot on gumtree and have had no dramas. if the price is right then the stuff sells.
now back to the OP comment.
Flight Centre I would normally never use but
I needed to buy a return to mel and had 55 to go so purchased a gift card.
they didnt charge any fees i dont think.waiting to see if I get the 100 credit.

 

[SydneySwan]

Kidstuff - 80 / 20. A new name to me.

 

[Mr_Orange]

Kidstuff - 80 / 20. A new name to me.

Also:

• The Outnet - 300/60; and
• Bobbi Brown - 80/20.

 

[SydneySwan]

And Nick's Restaurant Group - 100 / 20. All outlets listed seemed to be in Sydney.

 

[Captain Halliday]

For those in Brisbane, the following newsagents in the city are the go for card purchases during shop small:

• Eagle Street News - 70 Eagle St
• Perry House News - Cnr Albert & Elizabeth Sts
• Newsextra Casino News - 131 George St

 

[bernardblack]

Does anyone know whether booking a hotel through the Kangaroo qualifies for that merchant's Amex Offer?

 

[Mr_Orange]

For those in Brisbane, the following newsagents in the city are the go for card purchases during shop small:

• Eagle Street News - 70 Eagle St
• Perry House News - Cnr Albert & Elizabeth Sts
• Newsextra Casino News - 131 George St

Have you tested them all?

Eagle Street was a no go last year....

 

[Dr Ralph]

Does anyone know whether booking a hotel through the Kangaroo qualifies for that merchant's Amex Offer?

Never has as far as I am aware.

 

[bernardblack]

Never has as far as I am aware.

OK. Thanks, Dr Ralph.

 

[SydneySwan]

Does anyone know whether booking a hotel through the Kangaroo qualifies for that merchant's Amex Offer?

You have a Qantas offer? I wish I did.

 

[Captain Halliday]

Have you tested them all?

Eagle Street was a no go last year....

Three from three.

Only scored emails from two. But can confirm three statement credits.

There’s a transaction fee of 20 cents at Eagle Street and 38 cents at the Casino one.

I’ll have a report on one other location in a day or so.

 

[Mr_Orange]

Three from three.

Only scored emails from two. But can confirm three statement credits.

There’s a transaction fee of 20 cents at Eagle Street and 38 cents at the Casino one.

I’ll have a report on one other location in a day or so.

Thanks for that. I think I'll top up an unused piece of plastic and then cash it out.

 

[wxxnxs]

I sell a lot on gumtree and have had no dramas. if the price is right then the stuff sells.
now back to the OP comment.
Flight Centre I would normally never use but
I needed to buy a return to mel and had 55 to go so purchased a gift card.
they didnt charge any fees i dont think.waiting to see if I get the 100 credit.

Please report here if purchase flight centre gift card from the website is able to get 100 credit.

 

[Happy Dude]

Please report here if purchase flight centre gift card from the website is able to get 100 credit.

There's posts on Ozbargain confirming egift card purchases via the website got the credit, and without the 0.92% surcharge too.

 

[andye]

Kidstuff - 80 / 20. A new name to me.

Mstr andye1 worked there when he'd just left school. Decent quality toys with a trend toward educational. Knowledgeable staff and free gift wrapping