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From: Kelly Pierce <[log in to unmask]>

> Thanks for the suggestion.  Using your atm card to make a pin-based debit
> purchase and get cash back is an excellent way to get cash without a
> talking ATM.  As you mentioned, sometimes the merchant add a service
> charge.  Also, some banks are charging a fee for this, although most
> still do not.  the only downsides are the relatively small amount of cash
> you can get (usually $50) and the fact that deposits are not accepted.
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     One other downside of cashback that I haven't seen mentioned yet is the
possibility of the clerk either ringing up a larger amount than you asked
for and pocketing the difference (for example keying in $40 when you only
asked for $30) or of giving you a $10 bill and telling you it is a $20.  I
had the keying in of a larger amount happen to me once by a supermarket
clerk who was not aware that even though I use a white cane I am not totally
blind.  That error was taken care of by the store manager.  But it might be
prudent that, whenever possible, use the cashback service only at stores
where you are a regular customer.

  Stu Turk,  Pittsburgh PA  USA
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