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[sheebajs]

I pointed out to my bank teller on my second trip back to the bank that there was a valid routing number on the check and they only needed to scan it but they still refused. Another teller at the bank who had not even seen the check stood there and told me that it said "valid only at Rite aid on the check" when I pointed out to her that it did not say that on the check, she refused to even look at it! I was so mad I just grabbed my stuff and walked out. When I went to RA they said I could spend it there but they couldn't cash it. I finally had to go to another RA in the next town and they let me purchase a Lowes gift card with it. The manager at that RA said "well they want you to spend it here but I guess I can do it this time" . Is saving money through rebates a crime why am I having such a difficult time here? Do all the checks have the sentence "use towards any purchase at Rite aid on them? Sorry this is so long but I needed to vent to people who get the whole coupon/rebate saving money thing. Thanks

[petergabrielfan]

Originally Posted by sheebajs I pointed out to my bank teller on my second trip back to the bank that there was a valid routing number on the check and they only needed to scan it but they still refused. Another teller at the bank who had not even seen the check stood there and told me that it said "valid only at Rite aid on the check" when I pointed out to her that it did not say that on the check, she refused to even look at it! I was so mad I just grabbed my stuff and walked out. When I went to RA they said I could spend it there but they couldn't cash it. I finally had to go to another RA in the next town and they let me purchase a Lowes gift card with it. The manager at that RA said "well they want you to spend it here but I guess I can do it this time" . Is saving money through rebates a crime why am I having such a difficult time here? Do all the checks have the sentence "use towards any purchase at Rite aid on them? Sorry this is so long but I needed to vent to people who get the whole coupon/rebate saving money thing. Thanks

I would be inclined to call the bank's customer service 1-800 number if it is a bank that has branches. Another suggestion would be that when your check is refused by a teller, very calmly ask to speak to the manager of the branch or a head teller. These checks are valid and as another poster mentioned, they have routing numbers so there is no reason why a bank shouldn't be cashing them.

[tn20]

I agree, I would contact the bank and ask to speak with a manager, even if it is too late for you this time, so they know how you were treated and so the tellers will be trained to accept the checks.

I'm afraid I would have issues cashing mine at my bank, too, so I just take it to Rite Aid, and while they won't just cash it for me, I can buy anything (I've bought a $.25 piece of candy and paid with a $60 check). The til automatically shows that they owe you the difference.

Last time, the cashier did call the manager over to approve something, but the manager congratulated me on my big rebate check and said she wished she could do as well.

If Rite Aid refused to let you do this, I would ask for the manager right then and there and tell them, "Because Rite Aid chooses to mail these non-standard checks, my bank is giving me problems with cashing them. You need to either flat out cash my check or allow me to buy something and give me back my change."

Sorry you had so many problems! And I hope that Lowes gift card is something you actually wanted instead of something you settled for because you didn't know what else to do!

[sheebajs]

It is helpful to know that I should be able to cash it at my RA store. They would not let me last time so I am glad to be armed with that info for next time. As for my bank I spoke with the branch manager on the phone and she told me that the head cashier said that it could only be used at RA. I think next time I will tell them that I want to deposit it. It was so frustrating because I knew they were wrong. They were not even willing to ckeck into it. They also insisted that some of these rebate checks had been returned unpaid in the past. What was even more annoying was that the woman that I work with who went to school with some of the women at the bank (small town) had no problem cashing hers.

[petergabrielfan]

Originally Posted by sheebajs It is helpful to know that I should be able to cash it at my RA store. They would not let me last time so I am glad to be armed with that info for next time. As for my bank I spoke with the branch manager on the phone and she told me that the head cashier said that it could only be used at RA. I think next time I will tell them that I want to deposit it. It was so frustrating because I knew they were wrong. They were not even willing to ckeck into it. They also insisted that some of these rebate checks had been returned unpaid in the past. What was even more annoying was that the woman that I work with who went to school with some of the women at the bank (small town) had no problem cashing hers.

The next time I'd definitely make sure the branch manager sees the check because I doubt anyone could say it was "only good at RA" if they saw the check itself.

[lilymaid]

Originally Posted by taylordvd I have been trying to work out a scenerio for the diapers. I was confused since the SCR count was for megas. I may run out tonight and get some. Do you know if swim diapers are counting for the free huggies pack voucher?

I can't say firsthand that they're working, because I haven't bought any, but according to reports on another site, yes they do count toward the Huggies Voucher.

Jill
lilymaid

[Lovesgreatdeals]

You're welcome lilymaid and thank you too for the update of what qualifies!

[iwik]

Originally Posted by Cookie I printed the $5/25 Rite aid coupon at *********.com last week. Now it's saying my print limit is reached. Is there another way to get another $5/25 for this week? or am I just out of luck?

The last one was thru Sunday and there was a new one Monday so that one should work.

[kval07]

Originally Posted by mojitos*mommy I'm new to Rite-Aid and I have a question re: the Stayfree B1G1. Will Rite-Aid allow me to use 20 B1G1 coupons at one time?? Do they usually have stock? Not being greedy, perfect for donation to a women's shelter close by us that is always in desperate need of these!...

Did you do this deal yet? Did your store actually have 20 of these in stock??

Originally Posted by forgetmenot718 TERRIBLE trip to Rite Aid. I had 3 Stayfree BOGO coupons and I based my entire order on them. I was so excited about this trip. THEN, I go to the check out and the cashier AND the manager told me that you can't use BOGO coupons on BOGO items. I was so upset that I just bought the other items, did not (because I could not) use my $5/$25 coupon, and left the store. I don't know what to do. I think I will just return everything tomorrow, but I lost all my coupons that I used today. Ugh. Is it up to the manager whether they accept the coupons? Is there anything else I can do?

Keep this in mind: do not feel obligated to purchase stuff you do not want!! If the deal doesn't work out the way you want, just tell the cashier nevermind and leave. Then you don't have to worry about paying too much OOP or figuring out what to do with the stuff. The cashier may get annoyed that you are cancelling your whole order, but they will get over it.

[petergabrielfan]

Originally Posted by mtka Couldn't use the BOGO, but did score a big moneymaker. The Doctor's Nightguard is still clearance 75% to $6.25. This month the rebate is $14. It's only the classic that is on clearance. The rebate went thru fine, got my credit already. Did it last month for a $10 rebate, this one is better.

Thanks for posting this! I just got one today and submitted the rebate. Reps to you!