Hey all, I have a drawer full of unused gift cards from birthdays, holidays, and random promotions. I’ve always thought of them as small amounts of money, but I never really used them all. Is anyone else leaving money behind on gift cards? Any tips on how to maximize their value or make sure I don’t forget about them?
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Another tip is to use gift cards as partial payment for larger purchases. For example, if you have a card with $10 left, and you're making a $50 purchase, use the $10 towards the total to reduce the amount you pay. This way, you maximize the value and don't let that small amount go to waste.
You’re not alone — I’ve had the same drawer full of unused gift cards! One tip is to combine smaller balances using apps like Gyft or to use them for everyday purchases to avoid forgetting them. You can also sell or exchange unwanted cards on websites like CardCash. Setting reminders on your phone to use them before they expire helps too. This article has great ideas for finding and using forgotten funds: hiding cash Don’t let that money go to waste!