Reminds me of when a buddy tried to double up on rebates for car parts—worked once, then they shut it down for good.
That’s exactly it—once folks start stacking everything, the deals usually dry up fast. I’d rather play it safe and keep the points trickling in than risk losing the whole system. My trick is to save up points for the bigger stuff, then use a coupon on smaller things. Not as flashy, but it stretches the budget further. Learned that the hard way after a road trip splurge...
Yeah, I’ve noticed that too—seems like as soon as people start getting creative with stacking, the stores clamp down. I tried using points and a coupon together once and the cashier just shook her head. Guess they want to keep us from getting too good of a deal. I just pick whichever saves me more in the moment... not worth the hassle.
I get what you’re saying, but I’ve actually had it work a couple times—usually when the cashier just scans everything without looking too close. Other times, they’ll call a manager over and it turns into this whole awkward scene. Makes me wonder if it’s just up to whoever’s working that day or if there’s some system flagging it behind the scenes. Has anyone ever tried doing it online instead of in-store? Curious if the website lets you stack more than the register does...
Makes me wonder if it’s just up to whoever’s working that day or if there’s some system flagging it behind the scenes.
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing. Sometimes it feels like it just depends on who’s at the register and how much they care. I’ve had cashiers just shrug and let it go through, but other times they act like you’re trying to pull off some Ocean’s Eleven-level heist. It’s awkward.
I’ve tried online a couple times, and honestly, it’s hit or miss. The website usually blocks me from stacking points and coupons, but every now and then there’s a glitch and it works. I wouldn’t count on it, though. My guess is there’s some backend system that’s supposed to stop it, but maybe it’s not perfect.
It’s kind of wild how inconsistent it is. You’d think with all the tech these stores have, it’d be the same everywhere. But nope... sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don’t.
I’ve wondered if it’s worth even trying anymore. I get nervous about holding up the line if the system rejects it and the cashier has to call a manager. Has anyone actually asked customer service if there’s an official policy? I’d rather know for sure than risk the awkwardness.