Heads up, awardtrail readers! Staples is running its popular deal where they waive the activation fee on $200 Mastercard gift cards. This means you can snag a $200 gift card without paying the usual $6.95 fee. The deal is running from November 2nd to November 8th, and there's a limit of 9 cards per customer per day.

Why should you care? This is a fantastic opportunity to rack up rewards points! Use a credit card that earns bonus points at office supply stores to maximize your return. Think cards like the Amex Business Gold, which offers credits for office supply purchases, or check your Chase Offers for potential savings. Buying these gift cards and then using them for your everyday spending is an easy way to manufacture spend and boost your points balance.

Just remember, this deal is in-store only, so you'll need to head to your local Staples. Also, it's worth double-checking with the store about their specific rules regarding gift card purchases. Happy spending (and earning)!