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Take a Look at the TikTok Hack That Turns Credit Into Cash by Using Gift Cards Strategically

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PUBLISHED JAN 6, 2024
 The Gift Card Loop Strategy Revealed. Pexels | By Pixabay
The Gift Card Loop Strategy Revealed. Pexels | By Pixabay

The landscape of personal finance and credit management is full of fluctuations, but a recent TikTok video by Josh Steil, a member of The Credit Brothers, has stirred up both curiosity and controversy. In the viral video, Josh shares a seemingly unconventional hack that claims to transform credit into cash, entirely through the strategic use of gift cards. This article aims to dissect the details of this method, explore its potential benefits, and examine the varied reactions it has garnered.

Gift Card Pexels | By Godisable Jacob
Gift Card Pexels | By Godisable Jacob

Josh Steil's revelation comes as a response to the popular TikTok trend asking users to share information that feels "illegal" to know. In his video, Josh introduces a method that involves using credit cards to purchase gift cards at malls, before using them to buy money orders at Walmart. The final step is depositing these money orders into a bank account, which allows individuals to pay off their credit card balance while accumulating rewards points.

This multi-step process aims to exploit the intersection of credit card transactions, gift card purchases, and money orders, creating a loop that, according to Josh, enables users to earn significant credit card points without actually spending any money. As he showcases a screenshot of one of his credit cards boasting over 557,000 points, the method appears to have worked for him.

By initiating the process with the purchase of gift cards with credit cards at a mall, one is supposed to set the stage for a sequence of transactions that ultimately results in the accumulation of credit card points. The subsequent conversion of gift cards to money orders at Walmart brings liquidity, and provides a means to settle credit card balances.

This unorthodox approach challenges traditional notions of credit card rewards, typically tied to actual expenditures. Instead, it suggests a workaround that taps into the financial infrastructure surrounding gift cards and money orders, presenting an intriguing avenue for those seeking to maximize their credit card benefits.

Credit into wallets Pexels | By EVG Kowalievska
Credit into wallets Pexels | By EVG Kowalievska

The appeal of Josh's method lies in the promise of earning substantial credit card points without the burden of genuine financial outlay. The showcased credit card with over 557,000 points serves as visual evidence of the potential rewards that can be reaped through this unconventional strategy.

Users are enticed by the prospect of accumulating points that can be redeemed for various perks, including travel rewards, cash back, or merchandise. While credit card rewards are commonly associated with conventional spending patterns, Josh's approach introduces a novel way to leverage existing credit lines for strategic gains.

Unsurprisingly, the TikTok community has responded with a mix of enthusiasm, skepticism, and personal experiences. Some users express excitement at the prospect of unlocking a new avenue for credit card rewards, hailing Josh's hack as a financial game-changer. Others, however, remain cautious, questioning the ethical implications and potential risks associated with such a strategy.

One TikTok user shared what they believe to be the best course of action, advising users to proceed with caution and thoroughly research the legal and financial implications before attempting the hack. Although an individual claimed to have successfully executed the method, providing a positive endorsement of its feasibility, another TikTok user reported that the hack did not work when they attempted to replicate it.

Gift Cards Pexels | By EVG Kowalievska
User experience with Gift Cards Pexels | By EVG Kowalievska

As with any unconventional financial strategy, the success of Josh's gift card loop method appears to vary among users, and TikTok serves as a sounding board for individuals sharing their experiences of trial and error, alongside insights into the practicality and challenges associated with implementing this hack.

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