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Whole Foods Market says personal checks in the check-out line just waste everyone's time. That's why they are experimenting with eliminating checks from three of their stores.
Here's the statement Whole Foods Market emailed to me:
"While our primary intention is to better speed people though the lines, check fraud is on the increase, and that unfortunately makes it more difficult for the remaining customers who prefer to pay this way. To help reduce fraud, we have a several step personal check approval process that can often inconvenience other customers in line. We're looking for a solution that benefits every customer. Cash, debit cards and credit cards can be processed quickly and come with added protections that protect the interests of the consumer and the retailer, and are therefore our preferred forms of payment. The only stores that are participating in this test program are:
6350 W. 3rd Street (at Fairfax), Los Angeles, CA 90036
760 S. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo, CA 90245
5120 S. Rural Rd. Tempe, AZ 85282 "
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Also, did you know that all Fresh & Easy markets are check-free?
