Are gift cards a good or bad present?

[niki_the_tiger]

Originally Posted by Ima saver

I personally do not like to receive gift cards unless they are from my favorite restaurant.
I have a $75 gift card from a framing place and there is nothing I want there. I also have a $500 gift certificate from the Grove Park Inn in Ashville that I have had for 4 years. since they won't take small dogs, we won't go there. I wish I had the money instead.
I would rather give checks and let people buy what they want.

Gift cards sell great on Ebay... I know I have searched for gift cards there hoping to get a great deal, but it's crazy, everyone bids on them right up to near what they're worth... I have even seen them sell for more than they are worth!