What is the 'shopping cart trick,' and does it still work in 2021?

The "shopping cart trick" is a way to check if you are pre-qualified for a store credit card. It's a simple process, but it's not guaranteed to work

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The Weekly The latest news & offers Tuesday, May. 04, 2021   Featured Article   What is the 'shopping cart trick,' and does it still work in 2021? The “shopping cart trick” is a way to check if you are pre-qualified for a store credit card. It’s a simple process, but it’s not guaranteed to work for every retailer. Here’s what you need to know about the shopping cart trick to decide if it’s worth a try.   How does a credit card transaction work? Follow the process that occurs once you pay for something with a credit card. Learn what roles everyone from you to your issuing bank play in a credit card transaction.         Can a merchant renew my introductory subscription without permission? A Montana resident says she was offered an introductory subscription that was renewed without her permission. What are her rights?

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