Redeeming SMC Points

How do my customers redeem SMC Points in my business?
They should inform you that they will be paying by redeeming SMC Points. Once a User redeems a selected amount of SMC Points, a screen will appear confir...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:09 PM
What if a customer or I want to cancel a purchase that was paid for with redeemed SMC Points?
  All redemptions of SMC Points are final and irrevocable. The terms of the cancellation and any refund are agreed upon directly between you and the custom...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:09 PM
How do I receive payment for the SMC Points that were redeemed at my business into my bank account?
The payment for the SMC Points you’ve accumulated will be made to your bank account in cash, via the Tipalti portal you’ve registered to in your onboardi...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:09 PM
How can I make sure my customer has paid with SMC Points?
Make sure the customer shows you or your staff member the confirmation screen on their phone. In addition, you will receive an email immediately upon red...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:09 PM
How do I enter a purchase with SMC Points into my Point of Sale (“POS”)?
During your onboarding process, your Choose Local San Mateo County representative likely guided you through the process of configuring your POS. In most ...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM
Do I need to give a receipt for SMC Points’ redemption?
Yes. Redemption of SMC Points in your business requires a receipt from you to your customer because an exchange of goods was made between you and your cu...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM
Can customers pay with SMC Points online?
No, a customer can currently use SMC Points only in the store itself.
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM
Are there limitations of what goods SMC Points may be redeemed on?
There may be laws limiting the use of SMC Points to purchase certain goods, like alcohol, tobacco, lottery and pharmaceuticals. The County of San Mateo m...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM
What to do if a customer has a problem paying with SMC Points (technical issues)?
In this case, the customer can reach out to Choose Local San Mateo County’s support team at chooselocalsmc@colu.com. 
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM
How do I check my account balance?
Each time a redemption of SMC Points is made in your business, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the amount you’ve received for that transaction a...
Tue, 19 Oct, 2021 at 2:10 PM