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Shopper Spots Hidden Cost in Her Receipt at Macy's; Could This be a Scam?

Discover Macy's checkout surprises and the importance of vigilant receipt checks shared by TikTok users.
PUBLISHED JAN 30, 2024
Cover Image Source: TikTok | @andreiitav_
Cover Image Source: TikTok | @andreiitav_

Digital transactions and self-checkouts may have increased convenience, But they have also made it important to be careful with shopping receipts. Recently, a TikTok user, @andreiitav_, shared her cautionary tale about an unexpected surprise during her holiday shopping spree at Macy's, where she spotted hidden charges in her receipt.

It started when she tried to purchase two perfume gift sets priced at around $120 each. Little did she know that her seemingly straightforward transaction would take an unexpected turn. In her video, @andreiitav_ emphasizes the importance of scrutinizing receipts, stating, "Pay attention to your totals when gift shopping. I’m gonna need y’all to start paying extra close attention to your receipts. Don’t let what happened to me happen to you."

TikTok | @andreiitav_
TikTok | @andreiitav_

While navigating through the array of holiday gift sets, @andreiitav_ found herself stuck between three different perfume options before finally settling on two. While keeping a watchful eye on the scanning process, she noticed that Macy’s has a system where you can scan a card in front of you, but they’re not actually scanning the products in front of you. She spotted how taking products to the back for scanning is a potential source of confusion for shoppers. Despite her diligence to ensure that she was only charged for the selected items, @andreiitav_ was in for a shock when the total rang up at almost $400. The discrepancy became apparent only after the transaction was completed, leaving her questioning the math behind the hefty bill.

Unfazed by the unexpected charge, @andreiitav_ quickly realized that she had been charged for an extra gift set, and returned to the counter to address the misunderstanding for securing a reimbursement. “I’m gonna get my money back in probably 7 to 10 business days,” she assures viewers, emphasizing the importance of remaining vigilant, especially during the holiday shopping season when expenses can quickly add up.

TikTok | @andreiitav_
TikTok | @andreiitav_

@andreiitav_'s TikTok revelation sparked a wave of similar stories in the comments section, with shoppers recounting their own experiences of being overcharged at various retailers. From Walmart to Bath and Body Works, the sentiment was clear, always double-check your receipts. The shared anecdotes included instances of screens displaying one thing while receipts told a different story. A Walmart shopper said, "The screen showed that I scanned two items, I paid and left home…the receipt showed I paid for 3 items. How?" It seems like such issues are not exclusive to Macy's, and highlight a broader concern in the retail landscape.

TikTok |
TikTok | @andreiitav_

While some commenters expressed frustration and suspicion, others offered a more forgiving perspective. One individual argued, "Maybe it was an accident. I used to work at Macy’s; they don't do commission. During the holidays, I can confess that I have accidentally scanned things." The consensus among these commenters suggested that these incidents might often be unintentional errors, attributing them to the fast-paced nature of holiday shopping and the occasional mishaps that can occur at checkout counters.

As the holiday shopping season fades into memory, the lesson from @andreiitav_'s Macy's misadventure remains relevant. Whether it's a glitch in the system or an inadvertent mistake, shoppers are encouraged to keep a watchful eye on their receipts and question any discrepancies promptly.

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