While some shoppers don’t mind lining up on Turkey Day for a great bargain, other consumers have resisted the trend, arguing that Thanksgiving Day should be a time for everyone, including store employees, to stay home with family. In response to pushback from some shoppers, a handful of stores that were open on Thanksgiving last year, including Sears Hometown Stores, Stein Mart and Shoe Carnival, are staying shut this year.
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I was sent a threatening letter from Sears that stated, unless I use my card by December 31st, my credit limit on my Sears card would be reduced from 8000 to 2000 or they might cancel my card.
ReplyDeleteTo keep it active, I would need to make a purchase by that date. Since they no longer have an electronics department, or any real selection of tools or men's clothing, I called them to cancel my card. I haven't used the card anyway in over 18 month's and I didn't like the threatening tone of the letter.
I called customer service and had them cancel my card. It's a sad end to what used to be a great store. I have my lawn and garden equipment, appliances and Big Screen TV from Sears. The service was so expensive and poor, I now have to call other businesses to repair my appliances.
I miss Montgomery Wards as well. I liked them better than Sears. I've called Shore Appliances for my new purchase of a refrigerator. Tired of constant issues with my Kenmore refrigerator. Ice Maker has cost me a fortune in repairs, and now the lights won't work in the Freezer. Replacing the bulb still doesn't work!