How to fix "Update Unavailable with This Apple ID"?

I am well versed in doing updates on the App Store for my Macbook Pro. So, when an update for iMovie and iPhoto is pending, I went to the App Store application, clicked Update All (and also later one just Update for each app individually), entered the usual Apple ID which I've done several times. I wait a few seconds and then it says
"Update Unavailable with This Apple ID. This update is not available for this Apple ID either because it was bought by a different user or the item was refunded or cancelled."
This is odd because I've only had one Apple ID ever associated. I restarted the computer, logged in and out of iCloud, etc. Still doesn't download the iMovie and iPhoto update for me.
Any suggestions or ideas what happened? Help!

Please test after each of the following steps that you haven't already tried. Stop when the problem is resolved. Back up all data before making any changes.
Step 1
Select the Purchases page in the App Store and locate the app(s) in your purchase history. If there's a button marked ACCEPT on the right, click it.
Step 2
If you're trying to update iLife or iWork apps that were installed from a purchased DVD, or if you have a refurbished Mac bought directly from Apple, contact App Store customer service for a redemption code. You may be asked for the part number of the DVD.
Step 3
From the App Store menu bar, select
Store ▹ View My Account
Enter your Apple ID password at the prompt. At the lower right corner of the window that opens, click the Reset button. Close the window.
Step 4
If you have a used Mac, the bundled apps were linked to the original owner's Apple ID and can't be transferred to you. Reportedly, customer service has issued redemption codes to some second owners who asked, but it's not guaranteed.
Step 5
Delete the app(s) you want to update and reinstall them.
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