Va tax return--ugh on credit cards???

[Anonymous]

Why did they stop issuing checks? Deposits?

This is so stupid. They issued Master cards with balance on it. Way to teach responsible saving VA. Instead of paying off debt--Idiots will be buying useless items.

[Anonymous]

You had to select direct deposit, otherwise the debit card is the default option.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You had to select direct deposit, otherwise the debit card is the default option.

+1

[Anonymous]

Thanks! DH did it this year

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Thanks! DH did it this year

He said he doesn't like giving out bank info. A check was an option last year. Oh well.

[Anonymous]

Idiots can call or go online and have the balance transferred to a bank account. Or do their own taxes next year.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thanks! DH did it this year

He said he doesn't like giving out bank info. A check was an option last year. Oh well.

Actually, a check wasn't an option last year. Last year was the first year they started issuing debit cards.

[Anonymous]

I think it's ridiculous it's sent out on credit cards too. Are they hoping people lose them?

[Anonymous]

Maybe it is to support the people - unlike most who are on DCUM who are underserved in banking? Those who would need to pay a fee to cash a check. Think how great it is for them.

[Anonymous]

Do you mean tax refund?

The return is the paper you send to them.

[Anonymous]

Instead of spending money to issue checks, they actually get paid to issue debit cards. If you don't have a bank account, you were getting screwed on the check cashing, so this isn't any worse. If you do have a bank account, then select the direct deposit option next time.

[Anonymous]

Like PP said, call the toll free number on the back of the card and transfer the balance. Done.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Idiots can call or go online and have the balance transferred to a bank account. Or do their own taxes next year.

+1 takes maybe 5 minutes.