Thread: Something I recently realized about CC points malls...

Even when you are shopping at a brick and mortar store you can still sometimes take advantage of online bonus points from the big CC points malls, e.g., Worldpoints, Ultimate Rewards, Thank You, etc.

For instance, I recently accessed the ContainerStore website via Worldpoints in order to get bonus points for online shopping. However, CS website offers option for in-store pickup of purchases (as does Target and I'm sure numerous other retailers). I bought online, earned the bonus points for doing so and then picked up the items at the store, getting the items right away and avoiding shipping charges.

The next time you're heading to a chain retailer and you know in advance what you're going to buy, check your favorite points mall for a link to the retailer's website. If you can buy online with in-store pickup, you'll get bonus points, save time and potentially avoid impulse purchases while in the store.

I hadn't thought of using it for day-to-day items. I've only done in-store pickup at Container Store. You can call them from your car and they will bring the item out to you. You have to have the receipt that you printed out after the purchase. I doubt you would get this level of service at Target, for instance, but if you shop there much it's worth looking into.

Great idea!!

Speaking of Best Buy has anyone had luck getting the bonus points even when a different payment method was used and if so, which credit card mall was it on? The reason I ask is that I have a friend whom was given an iPad. He returned it because what he actually needs is a new laptop for law school. He now has a Best Buy gift card for around $900 and I wish there was some trick to use it through ShopDiscover and net the extra 5% on top of that, even though he wouldn't be paying with Discover. I am 99% sure that is impossible with Shop Discover but am hoping with another bank it is, even if the extra points or cash back aren't as high.