See Also
Gift Card Links
The National Conference of State Legislatures provides useful information as to the laws and ordinances that cover gift cards in each state.
CreditCards.com has a chart of the biggest issuers' cards.
The Daytona Beach (Fla.) News-Journal reviews a study conducted by the Consumer Federation of America and the National Association of Consumer Agency Administrators relating to consumer misconceptions about gift cards, "Survey Finds Misconceptions About Gift Cards."
The Consumer Federation of America and National Association of Consumer Agency Administrators have created a brochure that will be distributed at major retailers to educate consumers, "How to Purchase and Use Gift Cards."
ConsumerReports.org publishes the results of their latest holiday shopping survey, which includes information about gift cards, such as that 46 percent of those surveyed intend to purchase gift cards this holiday season. "Holiday Poll: Consumers are Tightening Belts, not Buying Them."
The San Jose Mercury News has an interesting article about a recent problem encountered by a consumer using an American Express gift card. Discussions with representatives from American Express offer a solution to the problem of retailers placing holds on gift card balances. "Action Line: Not Kidding -- Beware Bank Gift Cards."
FraudGuides.com offers a summary on "Gift Card Fraud," describing the various ways criminals can exploit or otherwise fraudulently use gift cards.
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