Christmas is only a few days away, and if you haven't finished your shopping, don’t stress, we have the perfect solution for you: gift cards.
They are easy, convenient and always appreciated.
Plus, you can earn some extra cash while buying gift cards from these four awesome services.
iPhone: 4.8 stars (at time of publishing)
Android: 4.5 stars (at time of publishing)
The Ibotta app (Ibotta)
Ibotta is a fantastic app that allows you to earn cash back at some of your favorite stores like Target, Starbucks, Lowe's, and over 1,500 other retailers. They include rewards for grocery stores, food delivery, movie and concert tickets, and more.
Once you buy the gift card for your loved one, you'll instantly receive cashback in your Ibotta account. Here's how to purchase gift cards for others in the Ibotta app:
Steps to purchase gift cards in the Ibotta app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Click this link and use referral code mpiaurm to earn $5 when you submit your first receipt
Copy the code to insert into the Referral code box on Ibotta "Create account" page: mpiaurm.
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iPhone: 4.8 stars (at time of publishing)
Android: 3.8 stars (at time of publishing)
The Rakuten app (Rakuten)
This popular retailer offers easy ways to earn cash back. They can give cash back on select gift cards purchased at stores via the Rakuten website or by downloading their app. Note that you may not receive cash back for any portions of purchases made with your own gift cards or certificates, meaning you have to always pay with a regular credit or debit card in order to receive cash back.
They offer over 3,500 stores to choose from, including Bath & Body Works, Ulta, and Uber, and each store states the percentage of cash back you will receive once you purchase. Stores like Adidas and Petco offer up to as much as 6% cash back when you purchase gift cards through Rakuten. Here's how to give your loved one a gift card from Rakuten and earn cash back on the Rakuten app:
Steps to purchase gift cards in the Rakuten app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to purchase gift cards in the Rakuten app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Click this link and earn $30 when you join and spend $30
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iPhone: 4.7 stars (at time of publishing)
Android: 3.4 stars (at time of publishing)
The TopCashBack app (TopCashBacK)
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TopCashback Gift Cards offers cash back when you purchase gift cards through their service on their website or app. Some of the stores they work with include Macy's, Kohl's, and Dick's Sporting Goods. Here's how to send someone else a gift card in the TopCashBack app.
Steps to purchase gift cards in the TopCashBack app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
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Steps to purchase gift cards in the TopCashBack app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
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An Amazon gift card (Amazon)
If you want to skip the above money-back features and simply get a variety of gift cards through Amazon, click here.
Gift cards are the perfect last-minute gifts for anyone on your list. They are easy to buy, convenient to use, and always appreciated by the recipients. Plus, you can save money and earn rewards while buying gift cards from these 7 awesome services. Whether you want cash back, points, discounts, or variety, there is a service that suits your needs.
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