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teenastie
Established Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@Walt_K wrote:

@teenastie wrote:

 

Someone correct me if I'm wrong but... I believe Amex doesn't require their members to sign for any transaction... Smiley Indifferent


Never heard that.  Are you confusing requirements for signature with having to show ID?



To be honest I can't remember where I read it, but I remember reading it somewhere. Could have been the small print, could have been a blog, could have been here in the forums. I read alot, but misinformation seems to stick with me better than actual facts...



Message 31 of 46
Walt_K
Senior Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@afbar1114 wrote:

@Walt_K wrote:

@teenastie wrote:

@steve23111 wrote:

Benefits of expressPay:

1. Higher signature thresholds at many retailers. I have found that often I have to sign for a transaction over a certain amount, say, $25, while at the same merchant an expressPay transaction doesn't require a signature until a higher amount.

2. Retailers that are known for demanding an ID for a credit card transaction (in my experience) don't do so for expressPay transactions. Case in point: Best Buy.

3. It is a few seconds faster.

4. The cool factor.

 

Drawbacks:

1. expressPay transactions don't show as much detail on the AMEX statements.  For example, all I see are a bunch of  "expressPay on Blue" transactions, without much in the way of information as to where the transaction happened, which can be a little problematic for me since I will can a hundred or more in any given month-- 7-Eleven, CVS, McDoanld's, Burger King, etc.

2. expressPay transactions don't count for AMEX promotions like "Like, Link, Love" or Shop Small.

3. I'll mention the potential security concern, but honestly, it doesn't bother me. It's a credit card so I'm protected regardless. If it were a debit card, it would be another story.


Someone correct me if I'm wrong but... I believe Amex doesn't require their members to sign for any transaction... Smiley Indifferent


Never heard that.  Are you confusing requirements for signature with having to show ID?


i work in a retail store and amex requires a zip code no matter how much and it will not go thru if you dont provide it.... anything over $24.99 needs to be signed for anything under doesnt reqiure a signiture


Where is this?  I have rarely been asked for my zipcode and never been required to give it.  The only place I can think of where I have provided a zipcode for a purchase is at a gas pump. 


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Message 32 of 46
john398
Senior Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@Walt_K wrote:

@afbar1114 wrote:

@Walt_K wrote:

@teenastie wrote:

@steve23111 wrote:

Benefits of expressPay:

1. Higher signature thresholds at many retailers. I have found that often I have to sign for a transaction over a certain amount, say, $25, while at the same merchant an expressPay transaction doesn't require a signature until a higher amount.

2. Retailers that are known for demanding an ID for a credit card transaction (in my experience) don't do so for expressPay transactions. Case in point: Best Buy.

3. It is a few seconds faster.

4. The cool factor.

 

Drawbacks:

1. expressPay transactions don't show as much detail on the AMEX statements.  For example, all I see are a bunch of  "expressPay on Blue" transactions, without much in the way of information as to where the transaction happened, which can be a little problematic for me since I will can a hundred or more in any given month-- 7-Eleven, CVS, McDoanld's, Burger King, etc.

2. expressPay transactions don't count for AMEX promotions like "Like, Link, Love" or Shop Small.

3. I'll mention the potential security concern, but honestly, it doesn't bother me. It's a credit card so I'm protected regardless. If it were a debit card, it would be another story.


Someone correct me if I'm wrong but... I believe Amex doesn't require their members to sign for any transaction... Smiley Indifferent


Never heard that.  Are you confusing requirements for signature with having to show ID?


i work in a retail store and amex requires a zip code no matter how much and it will not go thru if you dont provide it.... anything over $24.99 needs to be signed for anything under doesnt reqiure a signiture


Where is this?  I have rarely been asked for my zipcode and never been required to give it.  The only place I can think of where I have provided a zipcode for a purchase is at a gas pump. 


I bet its not in California as its illegal

http://articles.latimes.com/2011/feb/11/business/la-fi-0211-privacy-20110211

Message 33 of 46
teenastie
Established Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@afbar1114 wrote:

i work in a retail store and amex requires a zip code no matter how much and it will not go thru if you dont provide it.... anything over $24.99 needs to be signed for anything under doesnt reqiure a signiture


Is this requirement for Amex only? Or does your job require it for all card transactions?



Message 34 of 46
afbar1114
Valued Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@teenastie wrote:

@afbar1114 wrote:

i work in a retail store and amex requires a zip code no matter how much and it will not go thru if you dont provide it.... anything over $24.99 needs to be signed for anything under doesnt reqiure a signiture


Is this requirement for Amex only? Or does your job require it for all card transactions?


amex only and when i got my amex i tried entering in the wrong zip code and it wouldnt go thru. it says in valid billing zip code...then i entered my right one in and it went thru 

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Message 35 of 46
in0wh3r3ul1v3
New Contributor

Re: zync with express pay

bought something from walgreen's last night and they asked for zip code.. another one i can think of is redbox?

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Message 36 of 46
Walt_K
Senior Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@in0wh3r3ul1v3 wrote:

bought something from walgreen's last night and they asked for zip code.. another one i can think of is redbox?


If we're talking about self serve checkout and kiosks, I can see it.  But I've never had a cashier/clerk tell me I had to give my zip code for them to complete a transaction.

 

ETA: I've had lots of clerks ask for my zip code or phone number, but I always say no.


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Current Score: EQ 681 (04/05/13); TU 98 728 (01/06/12), TU 08? 760 (provided by Barclay 1/2/14), TU 04 728 (lender pull 01/12/12); EX 742 (lender pull 01/12/12)
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Message 37 of 46
afbar1114
Valued Contributor

Re: zync with express pay


@Walt_K wrote:

@in0wh3r3ul1v3 wrote:

bought something from walgreen's last night and they asked for zip code.. another one i can think of is redbox?


If we're talking about self serve checkout and kiosks, I can see it.  But I've never had a cashier/clerk tell me I had to give my zip code for them to complete a transaction.

 

ETA: I've had lots of clerks ask for my zip code or phone number, but I always say no.


i think its good because it keeps other people from using it if they steal it

AMEX PRG; AMEX EveryDay $14,800; Freedom $6k; Sapphire $7k; IHG Select $5k; Discover $2,400; BofA Better Balance $9,100; Bank Americard $5,900; Citi DC $2,700; Citi Diamond $2,500; BestBuy $20,000; Amazon Prime $5k, United Club $15,000; Home Depot $20,000; Barclays $7,500

Total Credit Limits: $122,650
Message 38 of 46
pizzadude
Credit Mentor

Re: zync with express pay

 

I've had to provide my ZIP a few times when paying with my ZYNC ~ mostly smaller stores if I recall, a few gas stations as well.

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Message 39 of 46
Anonymous
Not applicable

Re: zync with express pay

I've used my Amex in tons of places that haven't asked for a zip code.  I think the only place I frequent that asks is Domino's Pizza, and I recently used a Visa and they asked for that zip as well.

Message 40 of 46
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