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WHEN REPORTING TRADE-IN VALUES PLEASE POST BASE VALUES & SYSTEM IT IS FOR.

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. Second post has the values for games/hardware for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games/hardware for Nintendo consoles and the fourth post has the values for Nintendo handhelds. Fifth post has the values for games/hardware for Sony consoles and the sixth post has the values for Sony handhelds.

Instructions on finding games in the database and inputting the values from different sections can be found in my blog post here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=14143. I would put the entire post in the thread but this is already kind of a large post.

WHEN POSTING VALUES:

Please try to follow the example below if possible. If you feel the need to use the system icons, please only use them once at and at the top of the list. Also always post the system it's for even if it's only on one system or the value will not get updated. I don't always know it and I'm doing these updates from work to keep them as updated as often as possible so I can't spend time searching for that info.

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Current Promotions:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)

50% extra in-store credit, traded towards pre-owned products (Ends 11/3/13)
GameStop.com said:
Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any games, systems or accessories toward the purchase of pre-owned products.
Valid 10/21/13 - 11/3/13

In-store credit must be applied toward the purchase of pre-owned product. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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New Games for $9.99 after trade of 2 eligible games (Ends Unknown)
GameStop.com said:
Spend less for the new games you want

Get new games for $9.99 or less when you trade 2 eligible games

Customer may be responsible for sales tax. Net credit after promotion is $50.00 or greater, and must be applied toward the purchase of a new game. If applicable, excess credit remaining after purchase will be returned to the customer in the form of in-store credit. After promotion, cost to the customer will be $9.99 before tax, where applicable, for games priced at $59.99. Customer is responsible for any additional cost when purchasing games priced over $59.99. Eligible games must be traded in the same transaction as the purchase of an eligible new game. Not valid toward cash trades. Offer valid only when eligible items are traded. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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30% extra credit on games, electronics & accessories trades towards select items. (Ends 12/29/13)
GameStop.com said:
30% extra in-store credit when you trade games, accessories, systems, smartphones or tablets toward any pre-owned product or select items
Valid 8/19/13 - 12/29/13

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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$30 guaranteed trade-in value on select items. (Ends 10/24/13) *THIS IS A PROMO SO NO EXTRA ON TOP*
GameStop.com said:
Get $30 guaranteed trade-in value on select games.

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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FAQ
These trade-in values are really low!
While that may be true, if you combine the games with the right promotion they can work to your advantage. There are knowledgeable people in this thread that are normally willing to help.

Is there any way to look at what the previous values reported on a game?
You can search through this thread and previous ones to see what a game has been reported in the past. With the TIV Tracker you can sort by date and then go through the list of past updated values through that as well. Here are the previous GS TIV Threads: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21,,,,

Can I trade-in sealed games?
No. You might come across the rare GameStop that would let you do it, but they are going to open them anyway.

I don't want to get hassled about the values I post, how can I get the information out there?
If you do not feel comfortable or willing to put the values in the thread you have two options available. You can input them in the TIV tracker or you can send them to me via PM. Either way the database and these lists will be updated. Putting them into the TIV tracker does save me some time later on.

Do trade-ins have to have their original case, insert and manual?
No, however it will be YMMV on if they charge you a refurbish fee for them in that condition. Most GameStops wont charge a fee but there are some that charge for incomplete games.

Will they accept my game if it is really beat up?
YMMV. It really all depends upon the employee you get. Some will charge refurbish fees, some wont, some wont accept the game and others just take them without a second glance.

What are the refurb fees on games?
There appears to be set prices for set value ranges. We aren't 100% certain on the splits just yet. Here is what we have currently:
$0.25-$2 Value: $0.75 Refurb Fee
$2.01-$4 Value: $1 Refurb Fee
$4.01-$7 Value: $2 Refurb Fee
$7.01-$10 Value: $3 Refurb Fee
$10.01 & Higher Value: $4 Refurb Fee
This information isn't guaranteed by any mean and we are still working on nailing it down.

What are the refurb fees on consoles?
They are listed in the hardware TIV section, highlight in red.

I have a Collector's/Limited/Special edition of a game, do I have to trade-in all of the extras?
No, but there are a handful of games that their variations have separate listings at GameStop: Madden 09 Anniversary Edition, Battlefield: Bad Company Gold Edition, and a few others.

Why didn't the percent bonus go for my accessory for a system that was included?
Unless stated otherwise, and they are rarely included, the bonuses never apply to accessories. Except the PowerUp Rewards card of course.

I traded in a bunch of games for the "Trade X, get $X bonus" promo and it gave me the percentage bonus instead?
I can't give concretes on why this happens. GameStop computers are normally pretty good at giving you the better promo. In the case of a percentage bonus being run at the same time as a "Trade X, get $X" promo, things can get messy. The system appears to only give one promo on games per transaction so if you had a few games that you want to go to the percentage bonus and a stack for the "Trade X, Get $X" it will regularly apply the percentage to all of the games. Your best bet is to do all "Trade X, Get $X" games in one transaction on their own. The GameStop clerk may say that the system will figure it all out, tell them you want a separate transaction anyway. As always, check your receipt before you leave the store.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
YMMV. The official policy is no, but there are some GameStops that overlook that rule.

What all do I have to trade in for a console trade-in?
Xbox 360: Console Unit, power brick, A/V Cables, Controller (wired/wireless)
Wii: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cables, Wiimote, Nunchuck, Sensor Bar
Playstation 3: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller, USB Cable
PSP: Handheld, A/C Adapter
Nintendo DS/DSLite/DSi: Handheld, A/C Adapter, Stylus

Can I trade in a defective/broken console?
For the most part yes. If it powers on but doesn't play games, they will take the console as a refurb unit and put a refurb fee on the console. The refurb fee on the console will vary on the price of the console so those numbers will change. You are still required to trade in everything required listed in the question directly above.

What is the difference between PowerUp Rewards and PowerUp Rewards Pro?
The basic card is free and only allows you to acrew points when spending money. The Pro card costs $14.99 and is basically the same as the previous EDGE program.

How much does a PowerUp Rewards Pro subscription cost?
It costs $14.99 and is good for a year. It also comes with a 1-year subscription to Game Informer magazine.

What bonuses come with having an PowerUp Rewards Pro card?
You will get an extra 10% trade-in credit on the base value of the game, extra 10% off the purchase of pre-owned games and 10% off new strategy guides.

Does the Power Up Rewards Card give me a bonus on hardware trade-ins?
No. You will only get the bonus for games and accessories.

What if I want cash instead of credit, what do they deduct?
If you decide that you want cash instead of credit, they will take 20% off the base values and promos will not apply.

Does promo "....." have a minimum trade-in value?
If the promo has a minimum trade-in value requirement, it will be listed in the promo. If it isn't there, then there is no limit. However, as with all trades, they are subject to manager approval so the manager could have setup his own little rule-set requiring a minimum of whatever.

I used a Power Trade promo for a pre-order, can I cancel that pre-order and get the credit or move it to another game I want?
Yes on both accounts. However, if you do a bunch of the power trades and just straight drop the pre-order you could create some ill-will between yourself and the employees you cancel on. However, if you look at the wordings on promos, they can remove the bonus trade-in value if they decide to.

I just tried to use a promo that has a select list of games eligible, but they say my game isn't eligible anymore, what gives?
Basically they have the right to change the eligible games at any time. They tend to update these frequently so as to lock out any easy/cheap games. It's best to check the eligible list the day of your trade.

Can I stack two different trade-in promos?
No. The only thing that will stack with trade-ins is your PowerUp Rewards card. Some will report success, but this requires a manual override and is very YMMV.

If I pay for an item using all credit on my card, do I have to pay sales tax?
This varies depending upon the state you live in.

If I buy a used copy of a game that requires an online pass for multiplayer, will it come with an online pass?
If you purchase a used title published by either Sony or WB you get an online pass from GS on your receipt. That's also why the used copies are $55 instead of $48 when the MSRP is $60. No GS issued passes of games published by EA, THQ, etc. On those titles you're totally dependent on the previous owner not using the code.

What states charge sales tax on purchases paid in full with credit and which ones don't?
Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
May or May Not Charge, Depending Upon County: Florida,

My state doesn't charge sales tax on purchases made by credit, why is gamestop.com charging me tax?
It is just the way they have designed their system. The best theory we have seen is that since you are only inputting the number off of the back of the card, it isn't going to pick up the programming from the specially tagged EDGE cards. Some kind of programming that gets input from their system that wont show up when only inputting the number off the back of the card.


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alljoy214 said:
I got that, Member Update - 0, last week. But was able to do a trade-in today. I think I'm in the clear.
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The member update notification means you're getting flagged? I'm curious to know because yesterday I tried to trade in 2 copies of Prototype 2 but I was denied...I thought it wasn't a big deal
 
Pretty sure it has to do with either:
1. GS clerk putting your DL/ID # into the system.
2. Changing profile info on the PUR website.

Did either of those happen for you?

I got the member update on my PUR account after completing a trade in which the clerk input my DL#.



I got the member update too. My store usually ask for my DL anyways. Just did one trade and prordered a game. So gamestop might really be storing more info in each account. Hopefully its just to make trading faster.
 
The member update notification means you're getting flagged? I'm curious to know because yesterday I tried to trade in 2 copies of Prototype 2 but I was denied...I thought it wasn't a big deal



Unless ur trading in 2 games from the same system. Some stores reall enforce that rule i guess.
 
I got the update when trading my own games (they asked for my license to put info in) so it doesn't mean you're banned
 
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus.  If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.

 
jr1016 said:
It's been that price for a few days now, that's what I used for the trade 2 on Wed because they were out of ATK.
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I know but I realized that I don't think anyone ever posted it in the excitement that there were 50 cent PC games. They might have, but if I had missed it that means someone else had likely missed it as well.

 
seems gta v held, still got a copy to get rid of. 

does anyone know if GS will be doing that Xbox One upgrade thing like Amazon and BB?  I might decide to "upgrade" at GS as it'd likely be easier to return x1 games.

 
major morgan said:
Pretty sure it has to do with either:

1. GS clerk putting your DL/ID # into the system.

2. Changing profile info on the PUR website.

Did either of those happen for you?

I got the member update on my PUR account after completing a trade in which the clerk input my DL#.
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For Scenario 1, possibly also GS clerk inputting a birthday? Every once in a while a GS clerk will ask me for my birthdate; don't quite remember if it's only for trade-ins or just entirely random.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
I know but I realized that I don't think anyone ever posted it in the excitement that there were 50 cent PC games. They might have, but if I had missed it that means someone else had likely missed it as well.
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True, it did take me awhile to find out what the alternative was for ATK. Luckily someone posted it here.

I got 2 more B1G1, tempted to do 1 more Pokeflip. I already did it twice but looking to get a cheap copy of BF4.
 
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Has anyone actually tried using the 25% off pre-owned coupon yet to see if it's working correctly?  As you all recall, the Wii/DS B1G1 coupon did not work during its first 2 days.

Also, with regards to everyone freaking out about the "Member Update 0" status, I'm surprised nobody has mentioned what I think is the obvious theory.  I think all means is that your power-up points balance has been updated/credited to reflect points you've earned on recent purchases and trade-ins as of whatever date it lists.

 
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Gamer SDP said:
seems gta v held, still got a copy to get rid of.

does anyone know if GS will be doing that Xbox One upgrade thing like Amazon and BB? I might decide to "upgrade" at GS as it'd likely be easier to return x1 games.
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Yes. Only if you buy it from them and are a power up rewards member.

 
major morgan said:
Pretty sure it has to do with either:
1. GS clerk putting your DL/ID # into the system.
2. Changing profile info on the PUR website.

Did either of those happen for you?

I got the member update on my PUR account after completing a trade in which the clerk input my DL#.
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It might be because I changed my phone number. I'm just glad I was able to trade-in. I did one B1G1 Pokemon flip and an iPad flip this summer, felt like a total ass both times btw, but that's all. I don't think I'll do those things again because it pretty much felt like stealing to me. But to each their own.
 
bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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And just when I thought I was done...I get roped right back in.

 
bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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excellent research, I'll have to see if I can find one or two of these.
 
bostonfrontier said:
its like a drug man....

I love doing these flips and I dont even play the games anymore. They're just on my shelf like trophies.
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Exactly. I'm thinking about doing a boomerang after work (with 2 different power up accounts) to get the credit for a 2ds...and I have no idea what Id even do with one.

 
bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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Very tempting. Too bad CA tax ruins some of the deal but still a nice profit. To do or not to do

 
Anybody tried the coupon yet? I tried to use the code online and it said it was not valid at this time. I wonder if we will have the same issue as last week with the deal not activating in the system for a few days.
 
bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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Thanks for sharing, very good detective work.

 
ragingst0rm6 said:
For Scenario 1, possibly also GS clerk inputting a birthday? Every once in a while a GS clerk will ask me for my birthdate; don't quite remember if it's only for trade-ins or just entirely random.
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For me at least, I am quite certain I saw him typing in my DL# - but I was on the far side of the number keypad.

I think they do enter the birth date as well since he commented on my DL expiring.

 
checkitoutnow_funkrubber said:
For this deal - why not pick up a cheap used product while you're there and get the 50% bonus instead of 30%?

Am I missing something?
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I think it's 30% for systems/tablets/so on, and 50% for games/accessories when you buy a used product. I'd love to be proven wrong though.

*Edit* Beaten like Rhianna

 
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bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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Where are you getting $420 from? Am I missing something?

I see:

$305 Base for Like New = $396.50, or $409.50 when trading with cable

$267 Base for Good = $347.10, or $360.10 when trading with cable

 
bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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For doing something like this do they take down serial # and other info on the tab?

I'm just wondering if theres some way they can track it? It seems like a good idea maybe 1 or 2 times but not more than that.

 
TIV 10/28

360 - Prototype 2 - $4

I'm not banned! I survived a 6 Pokeflip and 5 GTA5 flips. Now on to my next endeavor. Which was just posted. :)
Also 50% doesn't stack with Battlefield B1g1. I only paid 10 cents for BFBC1 and BFBC2 since P2 stayed $4 base.
 
kickrockz713 said:
TIV 10/28

360 - Prototype 2 - $4

I'm not banned! I survived a 6 Pokeflip and 5 GTA5 flips. Now on to my next endeavor. Which was just posted. :)
Also 50% doesn't stack with Battlefield B1g1. I only paid 10 cents for BFBC1 and BFBC2 since P2 stayed $4 base.
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I'm just curious, are you (and anyone else doing these sort of flips) using 1 power up rewards account or multiple? In my area they don't require a drivers license and I think I've managed to avoid the hammer by spreading out flips over 3 accounts.

 
irishsoccermbw said:
I'm just curious, are you (and anyone else doing these sort of flips) using 1 power up rewards account or multiple? In my area they don't require a drivers license and I think I've managed to avoid the hammer by spreading out flips over 3 accounts.
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I have 3 accounts, but I haven't used them yet. I'm going to ride this account until the wheels fall off.
 
TwistedShade said:
I feel bad now. The District Manager sent me a reply against the guy who declined me for the 50% promotion. He told that guy was properly following the promotion and the Manager at Gamestop #2 isn't enforcing it right. He told me he would personally talk with store #2 and make sure they follow the promotion. consistently I hope the guy doesn't get it trouble.
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Dont feel too bad for them as its not mutual when they screw over there uninformed customers and shoves used games (@ new price, selling use as new, etc) and subs down their throat.

 
person123 said:
For doing something like this do they take down serial # and other info on the tab?

I'm just wondering if theres some way they can track it? It seems like a good idea maybe 1 or 2 times but not more than that.
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Yes, they input the serial into the trade. They put in the serial number and print up a "quote" page with the serial after they have graded the condition of the item condition. Since they do that, it's probably best to not go apeshit on boomeranging ipads at GS - unless you want to be banned.

Dragunz said:
You forgot the other 10% from PUR. Unless that applies to games/accessories only...
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10% PUR doesn't apply to electronics trade in. Even then, the math doesn't work to get the $420 he says.

 
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kickrockz713 said:
TIV 10/28

360 - Prototype 2 - $4

I'm not banned! I survived a 6 Pokeflip and 5 GTA5 flips. Now on to my next endeavor. Which was just posted. :)
Also 50% doesn't stack with Battlefield B1g1. I only paid 10 cents for BFBC1 and BFBC2 since P2 stayed $4 base.
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How can you be sure. I wouldn't say we are necessarily in the clear just yet.

Daring said:
Dont feel too bad for them as its not mutual when they screw over there uninformed customers and shoves used games (@ new price, selling use as new, etc) and subs down their throat.
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That's a shit attitude. Whether you want to believe it or not GameStop employees are real people and they're just doing their jobs.

 
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bostonfrontier said:
So they are selling ipad 4 16gb for $377, if you have a store near you that has it, you can use the 25% coupon making it $280.

It trades back in for $420 with 30% bonus. If you use trade in credit to negate tax, it's an easy ~$140 trade in credit profit.

I would do this but I've traded in like 5 ipads already in the past 3 months.
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So if I didn't have enough credit to flip this...would any older generations be flippable? I have around $250 in GS credit.

 
Jaashuaa said:
How can you be sure. I wouldn't say we are necessarily in the clear just yet.



That's a shit attitude. Whether you want to believe it or no GameStop employees are real people and they're just doing their jobs.
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Hence the "too". I once had a clerk told me I'm getting the tiv 30% promo by adding the 10% pur pro to the 3 games I'm trading in. 10% bump per game = 30% promo. Lol...
 
EldritchOnRye said:
There's one for a free guide under $20 I believe.
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Jaashuaa said:
Thanks, I found it. I wonder if they would just give me $20 off of it.
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Geco17 said:
Last time they had that coupon, a CAG reported that they did indeed get $20 off.
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Jaashuaa said:
Edit: Ninja'd

The foreigner on the phone said I would get the $20 off but I have my doubts. You can get your points back for unused coupons, right?
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Anyone else have an opinion. I really feel that worst case scenario the store manager will probably just promo the money off for me, but I really don't want to waste the 12,000 points if I can't get them back. I called the store and of course they weren't very helpful over the phone.

 
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