Gnome for the holidays

I supposedly won the grand prize gnome for the holidays. Anyone know if this is a legit sweepstake?

I see it listed as a Bed Bath & Beyond sweep that ended in December 2018 - Here's what I found: "Sweepstakes winner receives a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe, a Tiny Heirloom Vintage Home and a trip to Turks & Caicos PLUS $2500 in shopping at Bed Bath & beyond to shop for their new home."

If this is the same sweep - serious congrats.
 
I supposedly won the grand prize gnome for the holidays. Anyone know if this is a legit sweepstake?

OMG! If you won this Bed Bath and Beyond Grand Prize, here is what you won! I'm hoping it is this!

https://bedbathbeyond.promo.eprize....nt/rules.56139bf8a1ebce1b47f064ce85318440.pdf

Did the email come from Hello World?



Sweepstakes Prize: ONE (1) GRAND PRIZE: Grand Prize package includes the following:

 One (1) all-new 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE Limited 2.4L 8-Speed Automatic Transmission: Valued at $35,405.00 (MSRP $34,300 USD and freight & handling $1,105.00 USD). Winner will be able to select vehicle color from list of options determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion; Sponsor will determine all other features of vehicle. Upgrades will be allowed only if permitted by Sponsor and delivery dealer and paid for by winner. Winner must be a valid U.S. licensed driver and will be required to provide proof of insurance at time of delivery. Winner is solely responsible for title, license, vehicle registration, dealer preparation costs, auto insurance, gas consumption tax and other fees or taxes associated with automobile portion of the prize as well as any expenses in connection with acceptance and use of the automobile portion of the prize not expressly described herein as being awarded (unless any such expenses are otherwise paid). Winner must take delivery of automobile portion of the prize within ninety (90) days’ notice of availability from a dealer selected by Hyundai Motor America or prize may be forfeited. Other than the manufacturer’s limited warranty, Hyundai Motor America does not make, and is not in any manner responsible or liable for any warranty, representation or guarantee, express or implied, in fact or in law, relative to the prize vehicle including but not limited to its quality, fitness for purpose or mechanical condition. Vehicle awarded may differ from any vehicle shown in promotional materials. The Hyundai Santa Fe is NOT recommended for towing the Tiny Home (description is outlined below); and

 A Tiny Heirloom 20’ Vantage Home: Valued at $49,995.00. In the event winner elects to build the Vantage home, winner will contract directly with Heirloom Inc. for construction of 20’ Vantage base model within 30 days of winner confirmation. All contractual obligations for build and warranty will be winner’s responsibility. Prize includes a 20’ Vantage Signature Series base model which includes the following specifications: Wood; Exterior Main Stain - Natural Stained; Exterior Accent Stain - Black Stain; Windows - white vinyl double pane & tempered, energy efficient windows; Main Floor bed - Sleeping platform fits Queen size bed comfortably; Storage under Sleeping Platform; Two Built in Closet


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Spaces; Membrane Roofing - White with black drip edge; Flooring - LVT Flooring color, IA certified Bumper Pull Travel Trailer; Height: 13’6”; Width: 8’6”;Trailer Chassis - DOT Compliant Bumper Pull Trailer, Two 7k Axles, trailer brakes and highway lighting; Framing - dimensional lumber; Moisture Barrier - House Wrap; Exterior Siding - Tight Knot Cedar T&G and 1x4 trim; Insulation - R15 B atts in Walls, R21 Closed Cell Foam in Ceiling, and R15 Floor; Inside Cladding - tight knot pine tongue and groove; Interior Trim - 1” x 4” natural tight knot pine trim; Interior Color - Dark Walnut; Cabinets - Shaker Style Espresso Dark Stained; Hardware - Door Handles, Cabinet Pulls, etc. – Nickel; Countertops - butcher block stained ‘Walnut’; Backsplash - Stainless Steel Tiles; Fridge - Undercounter Fridge; Cooktop - single burner induction heat cooktop; Kitchen Sink and Faucet ;Bathroom Vanity - Cabinet, Sink and Faucet; Shower - 32" Fiberglass Shower; Toilet - Porcelain Flush Toilet with direct Sanitary connection; Electric Space Heater; Water Heater - Electric (10 gallon tank); Lighting - LED Lighting Recessed and Exterior Light; Doors - 1 exterior fiberglass full lite window door, 1 interior flat. Estimated build time for base model is four (4) months. Upon completion of build, winner will receive Heirloom Inc. Limited Warranty. Any upgrades from base model for HVAC, Toilet, Tanks, Washer Dryer, Insulation, Energy or Personalization options will be at winner’s expense. Winner is responsible for all costs and expenses related to the prize that are not specifically mentioned, including, delivery of the Vantage Home from Heirloom factory in Portland Oregon area to destination of choice in 50 U.S., any required licenses or permits (including, without limitation, any permits required to transport and utilize the Vantage Home), all expenses relating to taxes, title, insurance, etc. Any additional installation or work needed to place house is the sole responsibility of the winner. House is subject to Heirloom Inc. Limited Warranty. Winner can elect to decline 20’ Vantage home portion of the Grand Prize package and accept a $15,000 cash alternative option (awarded in the form of a check); and

 $2,500 Home Makeover awarded as Bed Bath & Beyond® Gift Cards; and


 A trip for four (4) to a Beaches Resort in Jamaica OR Turks & Caicos: Valued at approximately $11,000.00. Trip package includes: A) Round trip, coach-class air transportation for four (4) to/from the nearest Sponsor determined air carrier gateway cities to any of the Beaches Resorts located in Jamaica or Turks & Caicos. Winner is responsible for transportation to the nearest Air Carrier Gateway at their own expense. Flight and Air Carrier are subject to change & availability. Restrictions may apply. Sponsor and prize provider are not responsible if airlines change the gateways or discontinue service from a specific gateway. B) Six (6) nights' Luxury Included® accommodations (single room, quad occupancy) at winner’s choice of one (1) of the following Beaches resorts: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa- Providenciales, Turks & Caicos OR Beaches Negril Resort & Spa- Negril, Jamaica OR Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club- Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Prize includes all meals, unlimited premium brand beverages, daily & nightly entertainment, all land and water sports, including daily scuba diving (for certified divers), snorkeling (rental equipment at a fee), Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, gratuities, taxes and Beaches transfers to and from the resort designated airport. All other costs including but not limited to telephone calls, Red Lane® Spa treatments and services, specialty dining, tours & excursions, inter-island transportation, SCUBA certification courses, island departure taxes and purchases made at the Beaches Specialty Shops are not included. Winner must complete the trip by December 20, 2019 or prize will be forfeited. Trip must be booked at least thirty (30) days prior to departure. Reservations will not be confirmed until 20 days prior to departure. Travel and accommodations are subject to availability and blackout dates. Beaches Resorts reserves the right to advise the confirmed prize winner of the need to relocate from their original resort of choice to an alternate resort within the resort’s chain based upon availability of space for the secured travel dates for any circumstance beyond the resort’s control. Travel must be round trip. Sponsor will determine airline and flight itinerary in its sole discretion. Winner and travel companions must travel on the same itinerary. No refund or compensation will be made in the event of the


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cancellation or delay of any flight. Travel is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Promotion, and those set forth by the Sponsor’s airline carrier of choice as detailed in the passenger ticket contract. All expenses and incidental travel costs not expressly stated in the package description above, including but not limited to, ground transportation, meals outside of the above, incidentals, gratuities, passenger tariffs or duties, airline fees, surcharges, airport fees, service charges or facility charges, personal charges at lodging are not included in the prize.

Grand Prize Winner will be required to sign and return an Affidavit of Eligibility/Publicity Release. Travel Companions will also be required to sign a Travel Companion Liability & Publicity Release.


GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”): up to $98,900.00. Odds of winning the Sweepstakes Prize depend on the number of eligible entries received during the Promotion Period.
 
Yes that's the one bed bath And beyond. Fingers crossed the declaration and IRS form gets there by the deadline. If it does and I'm the winner I have no clue how tax's and so forth work?
The poster who showed the winnings is the correct sweepstake. I thought it was a scam until I message bed bath and beyond .
 
We are all here for you. Follow what they tell you to do. If you need help just ask. Read through the rules link I posted and be careful completing any forms along with prompt submission. Once they confirm you are winner they will guide you through everything.

I have never had a huge win such as this and hope another member can give you advice about taxation.

Take a deep breath and do the next right thing☺
 
OH AWESOME rayannchick!!


Bed Bath & Beyond Gnome for the Holidays Giveaway

Gnome for the Holidays Giveaway sponsored by Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. invites you to Enter Daily + up to (3) bonus Sweepstakes entries

TO Enter to win
Sweepstakes Grand {GP} Prize {1} : EITHER, An all-new 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE Limited 2.4L 8-Speed Automatic Transmission [NOT recommended for towing the Tiny Home] Valued at $35,405.00 (MSRP $34,300 USD and freight & handling $1,105 USD), And A Tiny Heirloom 20’ Vantage Home. In the event winner elects to build the Vantage home, winner will contract directly with Heirloom Inc. for construction of 20’ Vantage base model within 30 days of winner confirmation. Estimated build time for base model is (4) months. Valued at $49,995. OR, Winner can elect to decline 20’ Vantage home portion of the Grand Prize package and accept in LIEU a $15,000 cash [check] alternative option, A $2,500 Home Makeover awarded as Bed Bath & Beyond Gift Cards, and, A trip to a Beaches Resort in Jamaica OR Turks & Caicos for {4} for {6}nights at winner’s choice of (1) of the following Beaches resorts: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa-Providenciales, Turks & Caicos OR Beaches Negril Resort & Spa-Negril, Jamaica OR Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club-Ocho Rios,Jamaica. Winner is responsible for transportation to the nearest Air Carrier Gateway at their own expense. Air/Hotel, PLUS all meals, unlimited premium brand beverages, daily & nightly entertainment, all land and water sports, including daily scuba diving (for certified divers), snorkeling (rental equipment at a fee), Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, gratuities, taxes and Beaches transfers to and from the resort designated airport. Valued at approximately $11,000. TOTAL ARV up to: $98,900.

TO Enter to win Instant {IW} Win Daily Entry {EP} Period Prizes {1 per Daily EP} ;
11/14/18 ; A Google Home and A Google Home Mini $179.99
11/15/18 ; A Calphalon Premier Space Saving Hard Anodized Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set of: 8" fry pan, 10" fry pan, 2.5-qt saucepan with cover, 3.5-qt. saucepan with cover, 3-qt. sauté pan with cover and 6 qt. stock pot with cover. $469.99
11/16/18 ; An iRobot Roomba 960 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum $699.
11/17/18 11/24/18 & 12/13/18 ; A KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer. Choice of available colors. $379.99
11/18/18 11/26/18 12/1/18 & 12/12/18 ; A Lenox Holiday 12-Piece Dinnerware Set includes four of each: 10.5" dinner plate, 8" salad plate, and 6" all-purpose bowl. $199.99
11/19/18 ; A Nest Hello Video Doorbell in White and (1) Nest Learning Third Generation Thermostat in Stainless Steel $478.00
11/20/18 ; An InStyler Prize Package of (1) of each: InStyler AIRLESS Revolving Styler, InStyler BLU Turbo Ionic Dryer, InStyler STRAIGHT UP Ceramic Straightening Brush and InStyler MAVEN Ceramic Hot Air Brush. $374.96
11/21/18 & 12/3/18 ; A Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Maker by Breville with Aeroccino Milk Frother. $249.99
11/22/18 ; A GreenPan Chatham Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set + A 11-Inch Ceramic Nonstick Square Griddle. Cookware set of: 8" fry pan, 9.5" fry pan, 1-qt. covered saucepan, 2-qt. covered saucepan, 3-qt. covered sauté pan, and 5-qt. covered casserole. 249.99
11/23/18 ; A Waterpik Prize Package of: A Waterpik Complete Care 5.0 Water Flosser and Sonic Toothbrush System in Black; A Waterpik Complete Care 5.5 Flosser + Oscillating Toothbrush System in White; and A Waterpik PowerPulse Massage 2-in-1 Dual Shower System in Chrome. $249.97
11/25/18 ; An Artisanal Kitchen Supply Serveware Prize Package of: An Artisanal Kitchen Supply Coupe Marbleized Coupe 16-Piece Dinnerware Set in Grey (Four each: 10.75" dinner plates, 8" salad plates, 6" cereal bowls, and 16 oz. mugs), Cheese Knife Set & Marble Serving Board, White Marble and Wood Cake Stand, Coupe Marbleized Vegetable Bowl in Grey and 2-Tier Marble Server. $259.95
11/27/18 ; An OXO Good Grips Coffee Prize Package of (1) of each of the following: Coffee and Tea POP Container, Conical Burr Coffee Time-Based Grinder, Adjustable Temperature Gooseneck Kettle, Glass Pour-Over Set, and 16 oz. Thermal Travel Mug in Black. $394.95
11/28/18 ; A Vitamix Explorian Series E310 Blender in Black $349.99
11/29/18 ; A Poo-Pourri The Assistant Automatic Toilet Deodorizer Prize Package of: (3) of The Assistant Starter Packs which include Original Citrus Refill Concentrate and a battery operated unit that clips over the edge of the bowl and sprays with a wave of your hand. Plus, (6) The Assistant 2oz. Original Citrus and (6) The Assistant 2oz. Lavender Vanilla Refill Concentrate. $305.85
11/30/18 ; A set of (2) Frette At Home Milano Towel Sets and (2) 36" L x 24" W Bath Mats in White. Each set includes: 58" L x 30" Bath Towel, 30" L x 20" W Hand Towel, and 12" L x 12" W Washcloth. $ 2 9 9 . 9 2
12/2/18 ; An Under the Canopy Organic Cotton Towels and Bath Rug Prize Package in Cotton color includes (4) of each: Bath (30" x 54"), Hand (16" x 28"), and Washcloth (13" x 13"); Plus, (2) Bath Sheets (34" x 64") and (1) Bath Rug (21" x 34"). $220.85
12/4/18 & 12/10/18 ; A $250 Bed Bath & Beyond Gift Card. $250.
12/5/18 ; A Epicurious Translucent Aluminum Non-Stick Cookware in Caviar Prize Package of: An 11pc Translucent Aluminum Cookware Set (1.5-qt. saucepan with lid, 2.5-qt. saucepan with lid, 4-qt. sauté pan with lid, 8-qt. stock pot with lid, 8" open fry pan, 10" open fry pan and Stainless steel steamer insert (fits 1.5-qt. and 2.5-qt. saucepans), An 11" Aluminum Open Stir Fry Pan, (1) 12" Aluminum Square Griddle, A 2pc Aluminum Fry Pan Set (9” fry pan, 11” fry pan) and A 3pc 8-qt. Aluminum Fryer Set (Dutch oven, fryer basket and lid). $294.95
12/6/18 ; A Ted Baker London Entangled Enchantment Full/Queen comforter set with A coordinating Embroidered Floral 16”x 16”decorative pillow. $ 249.98
12/7/18 ; A Wamsutta PimaCott Queen Size in White Prize Package of: A Wamsutta Dream Zone 1000-Thread-Count PimaCott Queen Sheet Set (fitted and flat sheets and two pillowcases) and A Wamsutta 500-Thread-Count PimaCott Damask Stripe Full/Queen Duvet Cover Set (Duvet and (2) shams). $329.98
12/8/18 ; A Eucalyptus Origins Tencel Lyocell 450-Thread-Count Queen Sheet Set in Platinum Stripe and A Eucalyptus Origins Tencel Lyocell 600-Thread-Count Queen Windowpane Sheet Set of: a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two standard pillowcases. $249.98
12/9/18 ; An Artisanal Kitchen Supply Pre-Seasoned Minis & Enameled Cast Iron Cookware Set of: A 7 qt. Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven in Red, (6) Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 5.75-Inch Mini Skillet and (6) Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 4-Inch Mini Dutch Oven. $209.97
12/11/18 ; A Ring Video Doorbell 2 and A Ring Chime Pro $248.99

LIMITS:
LIMIT: Each entrant may receive (1) Sweepstakes entry and (1) play per day during thePromotion Period.
Bonus Entries LIMITS:
Visit Bed Bath & Beyond Gallery Limit: Each entrant can earn (1) bonus Sweepstakes entry for clicking on the Bed Bath &Beyond Gallery button during the Promotion Period.
Visit Bed Bath & Beyond on Twitter Limit: Each entrant can earn (1) bonus Sweepstakes entry forclicking on the Bed Bath & Beyond Twitter Follow button during the Promotion Period.
Visit Bed Bath & Beyond on Instagram Limit: Each entrant can earn (1) bonus Sweepstakes entry for clicking on the Bed Bath & Beyond Instagram Follow button during the Promotion Period.
TOTAL Bonus Entries LIMITS: a total of (3) bonus Sweepstakes entries during the Promotion Period through the methods described above.
LIMIT: (1) Sweepstakes prize and (1) Instant Win Game prize per person.


I supposedly won the grand prize gnome for the holidays. Anyone know if this is a legit sweepstake?

Yes that's the one bed bath And beyond. Fingers crossed the declaration and IRS form gets there by the deadline. If it does and I'm the winner I have no clue how tax's and so forth work?
The poster who showed the winnings is the correct sweepstake. I thought it was a scam until I message bed bath and beyond .

Yes it's from hello world
 
FYI rayannchick - I think I misunderstood when I wrote up/modded the listing - the GP is everything w/Winners choice of EITHER the cash in LIEU, OR The Tiny Heirloom 20’ Vantage Home - so it should have looked like this;


Sweepstakes Grand {GP} Prize {1} : An all-new 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE Limited 2.4L 8-Speed Automatic Transmission [NOT recommended for towing the Tiny Home] Valued at $35,405 (MSRP $34,300 USD and freight & handling $1,105 USD), And; A $2,500 Home Makeover awarded as Bed Bath & Beyond Gift Cards, And; A trip to a Beaches Resort in Jamaica OR Turks & Caicos for {4} for {6}nights at winner’s choice of (1) of the following Beaches resorts: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa-Providenciales, Turks & Caicos OR Beaches Negril Resort & Spa-Negril, Jamaica OR Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club-Ocho Rios,Jamaica. Winner is responsible for transportation to the nearest Air Carrier Gateway at their own expense. Air/Hotel, PLUS all meals, unlimited premium brand beverages, daily & nightly entertainment, all land and water sports, including daily scuba diving (for certified divers), snorkeling (rental equipment at a fee), Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, gratuities, taxes and Beaches transfers to and from the resort designated airport. Valued at approximately $11,000.
And; EITHER A $15,000 cash [check] alternative option in LIEU of the Tiny Heirloom 20’ Vantage home portion of the GP package, OR A Tiny Heirloom 20’ Vantage Home. Valued at $49,995. TOTAL ARV up to: $98,900.
 
I believe the cash option was 2,500 . But it would be tax's on 50k regardless ok that prize. I didn't check off cash option. Long as they get it by Tuesday I'm good but I know it could take awhile and I'll need a tax consultant. I'm not the winner yet. Potential winner.
 
I believe the cash option was 2,500 . But it would be tax's on 50k regardless ok that prize. I didn't check off cash option. Long as they get it by Tuesday I'm good but I know it could take awhile and I'll need a tax consultant. I'm not the winner yet. Potential winner.

Winner, Winner, Winner!
 
I believe the cash option was 2,500 . But it would be tax's on 50k regardless ok that prize. I didn't check off cash option. Long as they get it by Tuesday I'm good but I know it could take awhile and I'll need a tax consultant. I'm not the winner yet. Potential winner.


Oh no rayannchick - you may get a 1099 for the full amount, but if you do your/some due diligence, you do NOT have to pay the taxes if you got less than the max ARV!


Thread: Won a trip? Or any biggie? Be proactive & don't get hit on your taxes!

Wondering about how that trip/biggie win will affect you on April 15th? Be proactive & don't get hit on your taxes!

Just do your work ahead of time to save yourself both time & money - these give great advice on how;

How to Dispute an ARV on Your Sweepstakes Taxes


How To Pay Your Sweepstakes Taxes
How to Pay Your Sweepstakes Taxes to the IRS


All About Sweepstakes Taxes
All About Sweepstakes Taxes


DISCLAIMER - this thread is stickied here in the Sweepstakes Winners Circle forum to assist fellow sweepers & as long as nobody posts to it, it will drop off the home page, so please only post if you have questions/problems pertaining to taxes, thanks!


Thread: ARV and your taxes {TY to LIDARKSIDE}

Information courtesy of this link ~ How to Dispute an ARV on Your Sweepstakes Taxes

When you win a sweepstakes prize, you are only required by the IRS to report the fair market value (FMV), not the sponsor's approximate retail value (ARV); but how do you go about finding out what the FMV is and how do you handle the difference on your taxes? Find out here.

How to Dispute an ARV on Your Sweepstakes Taxes
 
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