Gift cards are the clear winner for a straightforward gift of cash. Prepaid debit cards are more like bank accounts. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

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More than just a convenience, gift cards can be a safety net for last-minute shoppers and a fallback for hard-to-please giftees. These days, they can also be a source of worry-free gifting that’s ...

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Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. There once was a time when gift cards were frowned upon and deemed ...