YT's GE's minimum spending limit

[gidget529]

Originally Posted by Lil Sis

yes... that is my point!! Sometimes people are more likely to vote and to tell the truth if they know it is anonymous. I think it would be interesting at how many people are amazed on how much people really do spend on the ge boxes. Then the decision to raise the limit may make more sense to others.

I see what you are saying. It may actually help newbies to the GE also. I was just in my 1st one the last GE and really enjoyed it. Actually, DH even enjoyed picking things for our buddy too, but we were not sure how much would be too much.

[dkcombs]

Oh, my husband would so kill me if he knew how much I have spent. I really need to get the last few things that are on there way so I can get my box mailed. The real special things are on there way but in the meantime I just keep shopping and finding things. My daughter has all ready ask if we can do the next GE. I just love teaching her how giving is good. It has been a reall great experience for us.

[teacup0819]

I think it is almost unfair to set a minimum of $25.00 when everyone knows how much more is actually spent on the ge gifts. I know it is all in the spirit of giving, but can you imagine being a newcomer to the ge and spending a little over $25.00 .... only to see everyone's smileboxes. I think we would all be fine in receiving the box, but I would be embarrassed if I gave the box not understanding how generous people on yt really are. I'm not saying raise the minimum to $100.00, but let's make it more realistic.

[Danirenae]

Originally Posted by teacup0819

I think it is almost unfair to set a minimum of $25.00 when everyone knows how much more is actually spent on the ge gifts. I know it is all in the spirit of giving, but can you imagine being a newcomer to the ge and spending a little over $25.00 .... only to see everyone's smileboxes. I think we would all be fine in receiving the box, but I would be embarrassed if I gave the box not understanding how generous people on yt really are. I'm not saying raise the minimum to $100.00, but let's make it more realistic.

I completely agree. Being my first GE, the first thing I did was look at all the smileboxes to get ideas. It was very obvious that people put so much time and effort to make the GE as amazing as it is! I don't think anyone stayed at the "minimum". I think I would be embarrassed too if I hadn't seen the previous GE smileboxes and just spent $25 on my first box. Its obvious people go above and beyond for these exchanges.

[kdhawks]

Originally Posted by Danirenae

I completely agree. Being my first GE, the first thing I did was look at all the smileboxes to get ideas. It was very obvious that people put so much time and effort to make the GE as amazing as it is! I don't think anyone stayed at the "minimum". I think I would be embarrassed too if I hadn't seen the previous GE smileboxes and just spent $25 on my first box. Its obvious people go above and beyond for these exchanges.

I agree as well. I've been stalking the GE for awhile , so I've seen how much time, effort, and money people put into boxes for their buddies. $25 seems very, very low.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

I agree too! One teaser gift can end up costing $25. It is a very low limit. I believe that we go way over that.

[maddieadoptedme]

I agree with everything being said.......I never sat back and kept track of what i have spent--knowing that is much more than 25.00, i have a ruff idea this go around. ....so i think higher limits, or maybe 2 different ges------------1 for the 25.00ish and one for the higher limit. that way if people want to take part in one but cant afford the higher ge, they still can. I know alot of people have put out alot of time, effort and money this GE and most GEs, and most boxes speak for themselves when you see the pictures. I think it shoud be fair for all involved in which ever GE they choose. (If 2 GEs are available). If not then definatley the higher limit.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by maddieadoptedme

I agree with everything being said.......I never sat back and kept track of what i have spent--knowing that is much more than 25.00, i have a ruff idea this go around. ....so i think higher limits, or maybe 2 different ges------------1 for the 25.00ish and one for the higher limit. that way if people want to take part in one but cant afford the higher ge, they still can. I know alot of people have put out alot of time, effort and money this GE, and most other gesand the boxes speak for themselves when you see the pictures. I think it shoud be fair for all involved in which ever GE they choose. (If 2 GEs are available). If not then definatley the higher limit.

Good idea. That way there is two options. I just want to throw this in too. I spent $24 on shipping today. If they are on a budget then that needs to be considered as well.

[maddieadoptedme]

Originally Posted by BabyGirl Rosie

Good idea. That way there is two options. I just want to throw this in too. I spent $24 on shipping today. If they are on a budget then that needs to be considered as well.

Definatley!!!

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by teacup0819

I think it is almost unfair to set a minimum of $25.00 when everyone knows how much more is actually spent on the ge gifts. I know it is all in the spirit of giving, but can you imagine being a newcomer to the ge and spending a little over $25.00 .... only to see everyone's smileboxes. I think we would all be fine in receiving the box, but I would be embarrassed if I gave the box not understanding how generous people on yt really are. I'm not saying raise the minimum to $100.00, but let's make it more realistic.

Yep. I went over $25 last GE (my first) but compared to others, I would have added in more. I didn't pay any attention to GEs before the last one, and didn't really watch people's smileboxes. I didn't really know till I watched them all.

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by BabyGirl Rosie

Good idea. That way there is two options. I just want to throw this in too. I spent $24 on shipping today. If they are on a budget then that needs to be considered as well.

The box I got from Lisa said shipping was $24! I don't know how heavy it was, but USPS sure is expensive! And I guess you guys saw the condition it arrived in, with insurance! I paid $14 for mine and it weighed 12 lbs shipped FedEx, and insurance/declared value is included up to $100.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

The box I got from Lisa said shipping was $24! I don't know how heavy it was, but USPS sure is expensive! And I guess you guys saw the condition it arrived in, with insurance! I paid $14 for mine and it weighed 12 lbs shipped FedEx, and insurance/declared value is included up to $100.

You are kidding me!? I went with USPS too. Now that is sad that Fed Ex has better pricing!

[capt_noonie]

Not kidding! I do have an account, which I do get a discount, but it is a measly discount at best. (Average $2 less) If something is a bit large, i always ship it FedEx. Only if I can fit in in a flat rate box or envelope do I ship it USPS. But still!

[teacup0819]

I have found that too with shipping with USPS...if it fits in a priority box, I will ship USPS....if not, I usually ship FedEx. I find that FedEx is less expensive and I ship alot to my dd who is in college so it helps. We will be shipping FedEx this ge!

[courtney1121]

I'm going with Fedex this time. Hoping they don't milk me dry. The fedex box already cost me like $3-4.