That is not the way my instructions read at all.
Here are the quotes from the exact shop instructions.
• Client requires that you purchase an American Express Gift Card (minimum of $20) during the visit; however, you walk out with the gift card to use for your personal use at any location that takes American Express, not just the center.
• The service fee cost to purchase the gift card will be reimbursed. There are no additional fees after the service fee, you have the entire amount to spend. The amount of the gift card is not reimbursed.
This is also a reveal shop that you get give a reward for (I bet it's more than $5.)
How is that making $45 ??? I have to take $20 out of my own pocket to buy the card... and my total pay is $25... so after I pay the $20 for the card I am left with a $5 payment PLUS I have to evaluate the restrooms (up to 2 if possible) AND Kiosks, food court, as well as the service desk. For $25, $20 of which I had to spend to complete the assignment.
Maybe I am reading this wrong but I don't think so. If it was $25 PLUS reimbursement that would be a fair price. At least that is my opinion. I can't even buy dog food for $5 never mind the time to travel and evaluate all of the areas they want me to. Yes I get to leave with a gift card but honestly, I paid for it without reimbursement which I can do at the local CVS or Walmart without running around for an hour.
O.o o.O
Happily shopping New England and beyond!!!!!