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Waunakee,#2Consumer Comment
Fri, July 18, 2008
Ive had the same issue at Shopko......spanning a couple of months actually. I warn them up front when I check out that the system does not like my checks for some reason. Im always prepared with a CC of some kind just in case. Usually if Telecheck refuses a check.....Shopko in its infinite wisdom will also refuse your debit / bank card as well. Ive never been sure why. Im not sure if there is a link.....but when I switched out the pack of checks I was using the problem ceased. I dont know if there was something in the way the pack of checks was made or what but the problem stopped. Good luck
Peter
Pony,#3Consumer Comment
Fri, July 18, 2008
People have been using these newfangled things for the past 2 decades or more. They are easier to use than old fashioned checks, and do not require the same lengthy validation/authorization process. Just swipe your card, sign, and go. If it is your choice to go around town writing checks everywhere you go, then you cannot cry rip off because your check-writing habits exceed the check authorization policies of merchants. Perhaps you will not be "embarrassed" if you try using a debit card in the future.