Post by: Dan on February 03, 2010, 02:13:08 PM
http://www.dansdeals.com/go/BusinessGold5/
2 readers have emailed me that they got 30,000 AMEX MR points after signing up for the AMEX Premier Rewards Gold Charge Card (http://www.dansdeals.com/go/premier25k/) and spending $1,000.
It's only supposed to be 15,000 points
Has this happened to anyone else?
Post by: Mikeoracle on February 03, 2010, 02:47:39 PM
Post by: MOSES on February 03, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
2 readers have emailed me that they got 30,000 AMEX MR points after signing up for the AMEX Premier Rewards Gold Charge Card (http://www.dansdeals.com/go/premier) and spending $1,000.you included the wrong link to the gold card
It's only supposed to be 15,000 points
Has this happened to anyone else?
Post by: Dan on February 03, 2010, 11:35:11 PM
you included the wrong link to the gold cardFixed, thanks.
Post by: pear on February 04, 2010, 04:00:28 PM
Post by: Dan on February 04, 2010, 04:04:45 PM
i got 50000 offer in mailAwesome!
Post by: MOSES on February 06, 2010, 09:39:38 PM
I want to get a good card... just not from citi or amex. I dont think they will approve me. any ideas? I am looking for a high credit limit. currently i am at around 12,000 with all my personal cards. another 13,000 on business cards...
Post by: chazan brezch on February 17, 2010, 01:53:04 PM
Post by: MOSES on February 17, 2010, 01:54:50 PM
I had wanted to open a starwood account and just received the Premier Rewards Gold offer for 50K points. Is it a no brainer to go for the PRG and get the 50K points? Is it a better card? I do see that it's $175 per year vs. $45 per year after the first year. Can I get the points and then cancel before the year is up? Any thoughts?where did you get the 50,000 MR points offer?
Post by: txtmax4 on February 17, 2010, 02:05:53 PM
Post by: chazan brezch on February 17, 2010, 02:09:29 PM
where did you get the 50,000 MR points offer?In the mail.
Post by: MOSES on February 17, 2010, 06:49:39 PM
In the mail.nice
Post by: chazan brezch on February 17, 2010, 06:53:11 PM
niceSo is it a no brainer to apply? Even at $175 per year? Am I able to cancel before the year is up?
Post by: gozalim on February 18, 2010, 02:23:47 AM
So is it a no brainer to apply? Even at $175 per year? Am I able to cancel before the year is up?no reason you shouldn't be able to cancel before the year is up. (although, if it's your only MR card, you'll lose the points. you'll need to transfer them out to airlines before you cancel OR open amex blue (no annual fee) to hold the points.
are amex MR points good for anything?in addition to all other uses, they can be transferred out to airlines. (1:1 on many) (not as many as SPG and without the 25% bonus, but decent nonetheless)
note to both: transferring MR points requires having a amex Gold or higher card.
Post by: MOSES on February 18, 2010, 08:06:58 AM
Post by: Dan on February 18, 2010, 10:55:20 AM
are MR points as reliabe as SPG points? Meaning cant they just devaluate them instantaniosly like citi thank you points did?Yes, they are a stable currency IMHO. AMEX has too much good will on the line to pull a cheap shot like what Citi did.
Post by: leibima on February 18, 2010, 10:55:40 PM
2 readers have emailed me that they got 30,000 AMEX MR points after signing up for the AMEX Premier Rewards Gold Charge Card (http://www.dansdeals.com/go/amexpremier) and spending $1,000.
It's only supposed to be 15,000 points
Has this happened to anyone else?
Yes, I signed up for this card about two months ago and I have received 30,000 MR points. When I check it out, it shows me that there is a welcome bonus of 15,000 and another 15,000 with FIRST PURCHASE (i did not spend $1000 yet on the card).
Do you think that I will be able to receive an additional 15,000 bonus points once I spend $1000 in three months?
Post by: MOSES on February 19, 2010, 07:24:40 AM
Post by: Dan on February 19, 2010, 09:43:52 AM
Nice!! I just applied with the link Dan gave at the beginning of the thread. I hope it is the same link everyone else used and I get them TOO!!It is, good luck!
Post by: MOSES on February 19, 2010, 09:57:53 AM
Post by: Yordai Dooma on February 21, 2010, 05:18:55 PM
The regular app page says its 15k after spending 1k in 3 months...something doesn't make sense
Post by: gozalim on February 21, 2010, 08:22:54 PM
Post by: Dan on February 21, 2010, 09:33:04 PM
in general are charge cards churnable?IME, yes.
Post by: gozalim on February 22, 2010, 12:36:33 AM
Post by: lou on February 22, 2010, 11:17:53 AM
15K MR Points w/first purchase
15,000 rewards premier welcome
These points posted within two weeks of card activation.
I just signed up for the card last month and I have since spent more then $1,000. I am waiting to see if I get an additional 15,000 for spending more then $1,000 in the first three months. when I originally signed up. I will post again if this happens. I also have 3 other Amex cards, so if you have other Amex reward cards don’t cancel just apply for this one and i believe you can transfer Amex points from one card to another.
Post by: MOSES on February 23, 2010, 05:24:52 AM
Yes, Amex in my account summary describes the points earned as follows:Thanks!
15K MR Points w/first purchase
15,000 rewards premier welcome
These points posted within two weeks of card activation.
I just signed up for the card last month and I have since spent more then $1,000. I am waiting to see if I get an additional 15,000 for spending more then $1,000 in the first three months. when I originally signed up. I will post again if this happens. I also have 3 other Amex cards, so if you have other Amex reward cards don’t cancel just apply for this one and i believe you can transfer Amex points from one card to another.
Keep us posted!
Post by: TC610 on March 02, 2010, 11:26:15 AM
are amex MR points good for anything?
Yes! I use them for a 1:1 transfer to other programs. For example, my 30,000 bonus points are going to be transferred to Continental for 30,000 miles, which just so happens to be enough for a round trip ticket to Cancun. Check out www.membershiprewards.com for more.
Post by: bands on March 03, 2010, 03:58:12 PM
Is anyone else noticing the points were posted and now disappeared??
Post by: Dan on March 03, 2010, 04:43:01 PM
I had seen the 30,000 points posted to my account last week. Yesterday when I checked, they were gone! I called and the agent told me that he saw it as pending until the end of this billing cycle. I hope I still receive them. It seems that they've caught the error! Should I still attempt to reach 1000 in spending?Try calling MR and ask if you pay the statement now can the 30,000 points be posted to your account immediately so you can transfer them to an airline.
Is anyone else noticing the points were posted and now disappeared??
Post by: bands on March 04, 2010, 02:39:11 PM
Anyone else notice that their miles disappeared?
Post by: ChaimB on March 05, 2010, 01:00:16 PM
Thanks for the advice. i tried calling today and they said that regardless of when I pay, the points will be applied at the end of my billing cycle.
Anyone else notice that their miles disappeared?
usually it will show what you have earned but they are pending. they usually become available into your acct for using after that statement closes and is paid off.
eg my statement closed on 2/10 and is due 3 /08 I spent $10,000. on 2/11 I will have 10,000 pts pending, so till I pay the bill they arent available to me. If I pay the the FULL amount on 2/11 then I understand once that payment clears the pts will be mine to spend.
on my 3/10 statement the pts earned by my spending on my 2/10 bill will show as earned and in my acct, but not the pts I earned for any spending between 2/11 & 3/10 . the pts always get posted once the previous bill has been paid.
Mopst CCs programs dont work this way, you get the pts for that months bill then and there w/o having to wait till you pay the bill. I think its only Amex charge Cards that run this way. Since Amex DL,SPG,HH CCs transfers the pts/miles then and there as well
Post by: Yoel on October 24, 2008, 07:35:45 PM
Post by: Dan on March 15, 2010, 09:21:05 PM
I also just saw on my Amex account online 30,000 mr points and i only spent $1,200. The points say earned not pending, does that mean they can't take them back?You should be good, go and transfer them now if you're worried.
Post by: bands on March 15, 2010, 09:25:37 PM
Post by: MOSES on March 15, 2010, 09:43:00 PM
I just payed the balance a few minutes ago. will keep you posted
Post by: Dan on March 15, 2010, 09:43:15 PM
definately take them now! Mine were there and then removed and became pending.Are they still pending?
I think transferring them is a good idea.
Figuring out which program is the only challenge...
Post by: Yoel on March 15, 2010, 10:22:41 PM
Post by: Dan on March 15, 2010, 10:39:08 PM
Is there a way to transfer them to a different AMEX account?Officially no, however someone once did transfer points to my account by saying I was his bro-in-law. I was never been able to replicate that myself though.
Post by: MOSES on March 16, 2010, 05:25:19 AM
Are they still pending?Where would you change them to?
I think transferring them is a good idea.
Figuring out which program is the only challenge...
Post by: Dan on March 16, 2010, 10:40:23 AM
ANA and Flying Blue may be worthwhile.
Airtran even may be decent.
Hard to say really...
Post by: MOSES on March 17, 2010, 01:11:57 PM
Air Canada and Continental are both good options.Thanks.
ANA and Flying Blue may be worthwhile.
Airtran even may be decent.
Hard to say really...
do they ever let you transfer 1:1 to starpoints?
It shows on my statemens
30,000 points earned
1,130 - pending
but in the balance it shows 0 :(
when I called up they said that they are both pending and they could only put through the 1000 now, not the 30,000 bonus
btw I payed my balance yesterday and today it confirmed...
Post by: Dan on March 17, 2010, 01:15:13 PM
do they ever let you transfer 1:1 to starpoints?No, the AMEX:SPG rate is 3:1, although once in a blue moon they offer 2:1.
Post by: MOSES on March 17, 2010, 01:33:08 PM
No, the AMEX:SPG rate is 3:1, although once in a blue moon they offer 2:1.is it worth it at 2:1?
Post by: gozalim on March 17, 2010, 08:00:58 PM
Post by: MOSES on March 17, 2010, 08:53:50 PM
did anybody get the 3rd se tof 15,000? (total 46,000?) are people still getting 30,000 after 1st purchase?was anyone supposed to??
Post by: Daniel on March 21, 2010, 01:51:17 PM
Post by: MOSES on March 21, 2010, 03:14:01 PM
Did the 2nd 15k post for people right away with the 1st or in a 2nd installment?on installment. when you hold your mouse over it, it shows the breakdown..
Post by: Daniel on March 21, 2010, 05:39:10 PM
on installment. when you hold your mouse over it, it shows the breakdown..
In that case, I guess I didn't get it...AMEX must have caught on :( too bad
Post by: MOSES on March 22, 2010, 07:28:58 AM
I have it , but it isnt available yet!
Post by: MOSES on March 22, 2010, 07:35:22 AM
Post by: Dan on March 22, 2010, 10:34:11 AM
Is there a diiference if you transfer points from CO's website or from Amex's website?No. It will transfer instantly.
Post by: MOSES on March 22, 2010, 06:04:50 PM
Also I noticed they want to charge me 18.00 to transfer 30,000 points. I was totally unaware of the fee.. Is there any way around it?
Post by: jmail on March 22, 2010, 08:37:52 PM
BTW, just got my starwood fee reduced by $15 and 3k SPG points after haggling with amex.
Post by: Dan on March 22, 2010, 09:21:37 PM
Whats the latest word on this promo? Are prople still getting the 30k? SHould I sign up now or wait for another promo to come along? Are there any better promos for MR points?I know someone that applied in early March and already has 30K points already.
BTW, just got my starwood fee reduced by $15 and 3k SPG points after haggling with amex.
I'd apply now, spend the $1,000 and hope for the best!
Post by: zalman123 on March 22, 2010, 11:24:42 PM
Post by: MOSES on March 23, 2010, 05:23:50 AM
I got the 30,00 available. Do you think I should be worried that they will remove it? Should I transfer it to CO now?Dan,
Also I noticed they want to charge me 18.00 to transfer 30,000 points. I was totally unaware of the fee.. Is there any way around it?
Do you have any advise?
Post by: Dan on March 23, 2010, 10:11:18 AM
Have any other 30K recipients seen their points gone from 30K to 15K?
Post by: MOSES on March 23, 2010, 06:03:59 PM
I would probably transfer them.I am going to do it. Any way around the 18.00 fee to transer 30000 points to CO. ( I am transferring to CO just because)
Have any other 30K recipients seen their points gone from 30K to 15K?
Post by: Dan on March 23, 2010, 07:18:16 PM
I am going to do it. Any way around the 18.00 fee to transer 30000 points to CO. ( I am transferring to CO just because)If you transfer to non-US airlines there is no fee.
But $18 is no big deal in my book for 30,000 miles and CO is a fine safe choice.
Post by: Daniel on March 30, 2010, 06:16:08 PM
In that case, I guess I didn't get it...AMEX must have caught on :( too bad
My 15k turned into 30k!! Dan is the Man!! :)
Post by: MOSES on March 31, 2010, 09:44:33 PM
Post by: leibima on April 20, 2010, 11:08:36 PM
Please respond
Post by: auntiemus on April 23, 2010, 12:42:40 AM
Post by: Daniel on April 23, 2010, 02:20:28 AM
Mar 1, 2010
Earned: Premier Rewards Gold Card-81006
30,000
But she has ZERO available points? Should I call AMEX or wait it out?
Post by: MOSES on April 25, 2010, 12:37:13 PM
My wife's account still says:wait it out and it will come. or you can call them and have them push it through
Mar 1, 2010
Earned: Premier Rewards Gold Card-81006
30,000
But she has ZERO available points? Should I call AMEX or wait it out?
Post by: Daniel on April 28, 2010, 03:35:11 PM
wait it out and it will come. or you can call them and have them push it through
You were right, 30k posted today- thanks!
Post by: Daniel on April 28, 2010, 03:37:23 PM
If so, is there a risk in spending the 30k and not getting it? If you file an inquiry they will see they already gave the extra 15k?
Post by: MOSES on May 03, 2010, 10:02:51 AM
Does anyone else think that the 15k extra was from the get 15,000 bonus MR points for spending $30,000 in a calendar year bonus?I have a better question.... when you hit the 30k in a year, do the points post right away or at the end of the year..? I am very close to 30k already...
If so, is there a risk in spending the 30k and not getting it? If you file an inquiry they will see they already gave the extra 15k?
Post by: gozalim on May 11, 2010, 02:50:10 PM
is there any chance that if i call up and give the bonus ID/ Rsvp # they would retroactively change/add the Bonus?
anyone have any experience?
Post by: gozalim on June 02, 2010, 08:45:47 PM
I had wanted to open a starwood account and just received the Premier Rewards Gold offer for 50K points. Is it a no brainer to go for the PRG and get the 50K points? Is it a better card? I do see that it's $175 per year vs. $45 per year after the first year. Can I get the points and then cancel before the year is up? Any thoughts?
did you sign up for Amex 50K ? online? did it show up on the screen during application? did you get the 50K points in the end?
(i just got it in the mail, but don't see it on screen, not sure if to bother)
Post by: leibima on June 09, 2010, 05:42:16 PM
I signed up again for the AMEX gold through the 25K points promotion and received the 25,000 points this week.
Thanks Dan
Post by: Dan on June 09, 2010, 05:48:56 PM
I signed up for the AMEX gold and received the 30,000 bonus points.Congrats, always good to hear about successful churns these days!
I signed up again for the AMEX gold through the 25K points promotion and received the 25,000 points this week.
Thanks Dan
Post by: Yordai Dooma on June 11, 2010, 11:07:03 AM
I signed up for the AMEX gold and received the 30,000 bonus points.
I signed up again for the AMEX gold through the 25K points promotion and received the 25,000 points this week.
Thanks Dan
Did you cancel the first one, or just sign up for another one?
Post by: Avid Reader on June 11, 2010, 12:52:35 PM
Post by: Dan on June 11, 2010, 03:04:40 PM
What's the best current sign up bonus for the personal card? Never had any PR bonus before.This gives 15K, plus a bonus 15K if you're lucky like most people have been. (http://www.dansdeals.com/go/amexpremier/)
Post by: Avid Reader on June 11, 2010, 03:14:39 PM
This gives 15K, plus a bonus 15K if you're lucky like most people have been. (http://www.dansdeals.com/go/amexpremier/)
It's giving me 10k. Hyperinflation?
You think it might be worth to wait a bit for a big promo to come?
I'm tempted to do the biz for 50k... just not sure I will pass another F/R...
Post by: Dan on June 11, 2010, 03:18:53 PM
It's giving me 10k. Hyperinflation?You need to clear your broswer's cache and cookies to get the 15k offer!
You think it might be worth to wait a bit for a big promo to come?
I'm tempted to do the biz for 50k... just not sure I will pass another F/R...
Post by: Avid Reader on June 11, 2010, 03:22:31 PM
Post by: Avid Reader on June 11, 2010, 03:25:59 PM
Post by: leibima on June 13, 2010, 03:34:11 PM
Did you cancel the first one, or just sign up for another one?
No, i did not cancel the first. I have them both now.
Post by: MarkS on June 13, 2010, 05:10:46 PM
Post by: Yordai Dooma on June 13, 2010, 07:05:31 PM
What is the difference between the gold card that gives 25k (that seems to be dead according to the main site) and the gold card that offers 15k but seems to yield 30k?
Are they the same card but different links being used to apply? Which ones are still available?
Post by: Dan on June 13, 2010, 07:10:53 PM
Dan,It's the same card, different offers.
What is the difference between the gold card that gives 25k (that seems to be dead according to the main site) and the gold card that offers 15k but seems to yield 30k?
Are they the same card but different links being used to apply? Which ones are still available?
When the card first came out the offer was 15K, but yielded 30K for everyone after spending $1,000.
Then there was a 25K offer for a limited time.
Now it's back to 15K, but it's very possible that really that will yield 30K again.
Post by: Yordai Dooma on June 13, 2010, 08:35:02 PM
It's the same card, different offers.
When the card first came out the offer was 15K, but yielded 30K for everyone after spending $1,000.
Then there was a 25K offer for a limited time.
Now it's back to 15K, but it's very possible that really that will yield 30K again.
I, personally opened the 15k (30k) one.
I opened the 25k one for my wife.
Based on what people are reporting, should i be able to open the 15(30)k one for my wife now as well?
Could i open another one?
Post by: Dan on June 13, 2010, 09:13:26 PM
I, personally opened the 15k (30k) one.If you get the card you should get the points again. Whether they let you open up another card is up to them.
I opened the 25k one for my wife.
Based on what people are reporting, should i be able to open the 15(30)k one for my wife now as well?
Could i open another one?
Post by: gozalim on June 13, 2010, 11:37:52 PM
I tried doing the same thing and was denied for the second card. The reason they gave was that since they had just approved and given me a card 2 months ago, they said I can't have the same card open again.
same thing happened to me, it was within 60 days, (that's what the rep on the phone said)
Post by: silverfaxmachine on June 14, 2010, 08:43:07 PM
Post by: yudel on June 15, 2010, 12:08:14 AM
Post by: kivabb on July 03, 2010, 11:54:01 PM
Post by: Dan on July 04, 2010, 12:38:51 AM
I just got the 30K after spending 1K on my account. Is there still a fear that Amex will withdraw the miles since the offer was only 15K or am I safe? Did anyone have that experience where they took back half the miles?When did you apply for the card?
I'm not aware of AMEX taking back points from anyone for the 15K/30K offer.
Post by: ygift on July 04, 2010, 12:56:58 AM
Post by: withthanks on July 04, 2010, 03:25:45 AM
Post by: kivabb on July 04, 2010, 10:26:41 AM
When did you apply for the card?
I'm not aware of AMEX taking back points from anyone for the 15K/30K offer.
I applied 3 months ago, spent the 1K, and just got credited the 30K. I figured if it was ultimately an error on their end since they were offering only 15K, that they would have the right to renege. I'm glad to hear you haven't heard any bad experiences.
Post by: MES on July 07, 2010, 12:34:00 PM
Thanks
Post by: Dan on July 07, 2010, 12:42:20 PM
I applied about a month ago and just got an e-mail about my point summary and it only had on it my 1000$ of purchases. How long does it take these miles to post? I wanted to use them for a vacation. Can I be sure that they'll come if I did it without playing any shtick (it was my first time applying for the card). If yes, then has anyone had any issues with having Amex advance points?It's usually the 2nd statement after spending the $1,000.
Thanks
Post by: dirah on July 17, 2010, 06:52:10 AM
Post by: Dan on July 17, 2010, 11:20:32 PM
Just in case anyone is wondering - this is chhurnabble - got 15x2 for card#2 even with card#1 still open.Nice!
When did you apply for card #2?
Post by: dirah on July 18, 2010, 06:21:07 AM
Card #2 - June
Post by: Dan on July 18, 2010, 01:37:51 PM
Card #1 - MarchAnd it's still giving out 30,000 points! Awesome!
Card #2 - June
Post by: pear on July 19, 2010, 03:22:51 PM
Post by: txtmax4 on July 19, 2010, 04:06:29 PM
I received an offer for 25k for this card. My wife for 50k. Both were approved. My wife recently received an offer for another 50k under her nickname. After submitting that application it was "cancelled" due to her prior approval. She has now received another offer for 50k, under her nickname. Is there a way to get around her prior approval. (not give the social security number?)
If you live in an apartment, change the Apt. # format. Example: If it was 2B, enter B2.
If you don't live in an apartment, add in an apt. #.
Also try making a "slight mistake" on the name.
And do not enter you membership #.
Post by: beej on July 23, 2010, 08:20:01 AM
do i have 3 months from the date of approval or from the date the card was activated to get the 25,000 point bonus?
Post by: Dan on July 23, 2010, 11:05:32 AM
I just realized i had not put $1,000 on the card and its already 3 months since my approval date (mid april)!!Just do it quick and pray.
do i have 3 months from the date of approval or from the date the card was activated to get the 25,000 point bonus?
Post by: beej on July 23, 2010, 11:15:18 AM
Post by: MOSES on August 09, 2010, 02:12:20 PM
Post by: MOSES on August 10, 2010, 02:02:03 PM
Is this available with the business GOld Charge Card?ANYONE? Or any good sighup deals on a business charge card? Thanks
Post by: Yitz on August 11, 2010, 11:38:19 AM
Post by: Dan on August 11, 2010, 11:41:38 AM
We tried transferring the points to SPG and they give you a lot less points. What is the best way to use the Premier Rewards points. Are any airlines 1to1.http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/6774
Post by: how on August 15, 2010, 03:41:28 PM
Post by: Dan on August 15, 2010, 03:52:00 PM
You will need to clear your browser's cache and cookies or use a different browser if you do not see the 15,000 point offer after clicking on the link.
Post by: how on August 15, 2010, 04:04:26 PM
What can you do about the $175 fee next year ? cancel the card? I dont think there is a free MR charge card that you can transfer too. and canceling the card will mean losing any MR points u didn't use - unless you transfer them all out of MR before you close
Post by: txtmax4 on August 15, 2010, 04:13:59 PM
Post by: Dan on August 15, 2010, 04:44:14 PM
Thanks.Just transfer the points out before you cancel.
What can you do about the $175 fee next year ? cancel the card? I dont think there is a free MR charge card that you can transfer too. and canceling the card will mean losing any MR points u didn't use - unless you transfer them all out of MR before you close
Post by: how on August 15, 2010, 04:46:25 PM
Post by: gozalim on August 15, 2010, 11:07:23 PM
Maybe Amex Blue?amex blue will hold the points so they don't disappear, but you can't transfer MR points out of a MR express account (amex blue) only out of a regular MR account (charge card-none free)
Post by: txtmax4 on August 15, 2010, 11:25:09 PM
Post by: Dan on August 15, 2010, 11:28:13 PM
he can transfer to Blue and hold the points there until he opens a regular MR account again.That is correct.
Post by: txtmax4 on August 15, 2010, 11:30:09 PM
That is correct.Thanks for confirming!
Post by: gozalim on August 16, 2010, 12:07:35 AM
Maybe he can transfer to Blue and hold the points there until he opens a regular MR account again.just to clarify, no need to 'transfer' as the 2 amex accounts (gold, blue) are automatically linked. just open a blue card
Post by: txtmax4 on August 16, 2010, 12:10:14 AM
Post by: how on August 16, 2010, 05:54:58 AM
Post by: kivabb on August 16, 2010, 09:59:48 AM
Thanks
Post by: Yordai Dooma on August 16, 2010, 10:40:00 AM
Got my 30K points and today I see I have 15000 Available Points Advance. What's the deal with those? What happens if I take the advance and don't earn those points afterards? I can't close the account until then? Will I be penalized?
Thanks
Straight from the site you were just looking at:
"Points Advance allows you to redeem for rewards more quickly by advancing you Membership Rewards points at no extra charge. You must simply accrue enough points in your program account to satisfy the Points Advance within 12 months. If you don’t accrue enough points by then, your Card account will be charged for the remaining balance at $0.025 per point, which is the current Purchase Points cost in effect."
Post by: how on August 16, 2010, 11:10:48 AM
Post by: Dan on August 16, 2010, 11:16:40 AM
Got my 30K points and today I see I have 15000 Available Points Advance. What's the deal with those? What happens if I take the advance and don't earn those points afterards? I can't close the account until then? Will I be penalized?Nice!
Thanks
When did you apply?
Post by: Dan on August 16, 2010, 11:17:01 AM
So what this means is that you are getting 15000 points for spending $1000 in 3 months and then getting another 15000 point advance and if you dont spend enough then they want the points back....No, it means he has 30,000 available and another 15,000 should he want a points advance.
Post by: how on August 16, 2010, 11:20:28 AM
Post by: Avid Reader on August 16, 2010, 02:47:23 PM
Post by: Dan on August 16, 2010, 03:27:04 PM
Post by: Avid Reader on August 16, 2010, 04:42:50 PM
did you spend the $1,000?Yes, on the Amex Pass card. I know it posted as a purchase because I got the 15k plus 1000 for the spend.
Post by: regalhome on September 13, 2010, 12:59:05 PM
Sorry to report I applied in June and got just the 15k promised :'(.I applied in July and only got the 15,000 to.
Post by: Fan of Dan on June 28, 2011, 09:33:37 AM
With the Amex gold premier reward card I get three times points on airfare. When I read the link which I applied from, dans of course I thought it was only with us based carriers. When I called Amex one rep who prob did not know a thing said it is only airlines that partner with Amex membership rewards like delta. Another rep said no restrictions at all even foreign carriers. Can someone with experience please clarify thanks.
Post by: Aben on June 28, 2011, 12:21:19 PM
Hi.I have purchase from a non US based and received the bonus.
With the Amex gold premier reward card I get three times points on airfare. When I read the link which I applied from, dans of course I thought it was only with us based carriers. When I called Amex one rep who prob did not know a thing said it is only airlines that partner with Amex membership rewards like delta. Another rep said no restrictions at all even foreign carriers. Can someone with experience please clarify thanks.
It needs to be catergorized as Airline i.e. if purchased through a travel agent and they bill you or some travel websites, and the charge does not say directly from the airline you will not receive it.
I actually just purchased from Expedia.com and the charge came up from expedia and the airline w/ all the passenger info, and was catergorized as Airline/Travel and I got the bonus 3 pts.
Post by: Side incomer on June 28, 2011, 01:47:57 PM
Post by: Fan of Dan on June 29, 2011, 12:45:34 AM
I use this all the time, they give 3 times on every transaction that appears as travel, even fees etc. in an event that you didn't get it just call them and they'll give it you gladly.When you say travel I am sure you mean airfare and not hotels and rentals, correct?
Post by: yid on June 30, 2011, 01:30:00 AM
When you say travel I am sure you mean airfare and not hotels and rentals, correct?only airfare gets 3x points.
Post by: Side incomer on June 30, 2011, 03:13:38 PM
Buying on Amex's travel site usually gives you double MR points, how about buying this with the gold card, how much will you earn, I have 3 options to think:
1. you'll receive only 3, because you can't double dip.
2. you'll receive 4, 3 for gold, and one extra for using their site.
3. you'll receive 5, 3 for gold, and 2 for their site.
4. you'll receive 6, 3 for gold, and another 3, since using their site gives you "double" points.
I called in Amex's MR number 4 times, and i've gotten every time a different answer, between 1-3 (nobody said option 4), I'd like to know if anyone here experienced this already, and what was the actual outcome.
Post by: Aben on June 30, 2011, 05:17:27 PM
I have a question to all of you who experienced this already:I just booked through their travel site and I am waiting to see the charge it should come up tomorow.
Buying on Amex's travel site usually gives you double MR points, how about buying this with the gold card, how much will you earn, I have 3 options to think:
1. you'll receive only 3, because you can't double dip.
2. you'll receive 4, 3 for gold, and one extra for using their site.
3. you'll receive 5, 3 for gold, and 2 for their site.
4. you'll receive 6, 3 for gold, and another 3, since using their site gives you "double" points.
I called in Amex's MR number 4 times, and i've gotten every time a different answer, between 1-3 (nobody said option 4), I'd like to know if anyone here experienced this already, and what was the actual outcome.
I will see how they catergorize it.
I would assume that even if they do not bill it through the airline you should be able to get them to give you 3x for the air fair besides for the 2x.
You can always call them and tell them that you had the option to book directly w/ the airline and you chose to book through their website.
Post by: Aben on July 02, 2011, 03:43:18 PM
1 charge from the airline w/ the passenger details which should definitely be eligible for 3x besides the 2x for booking through their site.
And another charge for $21.98 which was included in the original price they just split it up.
I assume that it is a booking fee possibly around $11 per ticket I purchased 2 tickets.
The second charge was catergorized as Travel/Airline It should also be eligible for 3x, I will wait and see till my statement prints.
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 03:07:17 PM
I have purchase from a non US based and received the bonus.
It needs to be catergorized as Airline i.e. if purchased through a travel agent and they bill you or some travel websites, and the charge does not say directly from the airline you will not receive it.
I actually just purchased from Expedia.com and the charge came up from expedia and the airline w/ all the passenger info, and was catergorized as Airline/Travel and I got the bonus 3 pts.
I use this all the time, they give 3 times on every transaction that appears as travel, even fees etc. in an event that you didn't get it just call them and they'll give it you gladly.
The above posts seem to be at odds with each other...
So for clarification:
I am about to spend a few thousand dollars on travel from a Travel Agency based out of Israel called "GLOBAL TRAVELS JERUSALEM"
My question is: Do I use AMEX Gold or do I use my 2% Cash Back Visa?
I would use AMEX Gold, but only if I get the 3x bonus; otherwise, I'd use my 2% cash back (which is worth more than 1x AMEX MR points).
Anyone have any insight?
Post by: yid on July 05, 2011, 03:47:00 PM
The above posts seem to be at odds with each other...when i booked through a jerusalem travel agent the charge came through as from elal.
So for clarification:
I am about to spend a few thousand dollars on travel from a Travel Agency based out of Israel called "GLOBAL TRAVELS JERUSALEM"
My question is: Do I use AMEX Gold or do I use my 2% Cash Back Visa?
I would use AMEX Gold, but only if I get the 3x bonus; otherwise, I'd use my 2% cash back (which is worth more than 1x AMEX MR points).
Anyone have any insight?
bear in mind that you probably will have to pay a foreign transaction fee of 3% on the amex on the tickets. if your 2% visa has no foreign transaction fees your better off with that. otherwise use the amex
Post by: Side incomer on July 05, 2011, 03:55:11 PM
The above posts seem to be at odds with each other...Definitely thru Amex gold, if you won't get the points you should just SM or call and they will gladly give it you.
So for clarification:
I am about to spend a few thousand dollars on travel from a Travel Agency based out of Israel called "GLOBAL TRAVELS JERUSALEM"
My question is: Do I use AMEX Gold or do I use my 2% Cash Back Visa?
I would use AMEX Gold, but only if I get the 3x bonus; otherwise, I'd use my 2% cash back (which is worth more than 1x AMEX MR points).
Anyone have any insight?
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 04:11:51 PM
when i booked through a jerusalem travel agent the charge came through as from elal.
bear in mind that you probably will have to pay a foreign transaction fee of 3% on the amex on the tickets. if your 2% visa has no foreign transaction fees your better off with that. otherwise use the amex
Excellent catch on the (possible) forex fee. Anyway to know if I would get smacked with a forex fee before I make the charge? My cash back card is the 2% charles schwab visa which, AFAIK, has zero forex fees.
EDIT: I have charged travel expenses from this same Israeli travel agent to my Charles Schwab Visa in the past, but I have no idea if they were "foreign exchange fee worthy." I mean, it looks like I got charged in $ - does that help figure it out? How would I find out?
Definitely thru Amex gold, if you won't get the points you should just SM or call and they will gladly give it you.
Great to know. Thanks for the prompt reply. (Just need to work out the forex issue before charging on AMEX.)
Post by: Aben on July 05, 2011, 04:43:48 PM
when i booked through a jerusalem travel agent the charge came through as from elal.If the charge is in dollars even though it is done in Israel there is no Forex fee this is with American Express.
bear in mind that you probably will have to pay a foreign transaction fee of 3% on the amex on the tickets. if your 2% visa has no foreign transaction fees your better off with that. otherwise use the amex
I know that with Citi bank CC you will get charged regardless if the charge is in dollars.
Elal tickets are billed in Dollars.
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 04:48:33 PM
If the charge is in dollars even though it is done in Israel there is no Forex fee this is with American Express.
I know that with Citi bank CC you will get charged regardless if the charge is in dollars.
Elal tickets are billed in Dollars.
Thanks for the valuable data point. As I edited my post above to indicate, I have used my Charles Schwab Visa Cash Back card with zero forex fees to pay for my tickets in the past, and it got charged (as seen on my statement) in USD/$.
Does this make me safe to charge this upcoming amount on AMEX to get the 3x?
Post by: Aben on July 05, 2011, 04:52:53 PM
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 04:54:01 PM
Which airline are you trying to book?
Most of the tickets were booked on Delta IIRC.
Post by: Aben on July 05, 2011, 04:55:25 PM
Most of the tickets were booked on Delta IIRC.They were booked or they are going to be booked?
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 04:59:04 PM
They were booked or they are going to be booked?
Travel agent laid out the money for me. I need to pay him back. So, they were booked.
Post by: Aben on July 05, 2011, 05:07:55 PM
Travel agent laid out the money for me. I need to pay him back. So, they were booked.Then it is too late for my idea.
Which was, if the travel agent is dumping on extra fees or it is some sort of a special ticket that they need to put the credit card through their system, then ask them to split up that charges i.e. cost of ticket from airline $1000 + $25 booking fee or whatever. I have done that in the past, they may not like doing it, depending on the travel agent they may do it.
In regards to 3x from Travel agents, technically they are not eligible, however I have done it in the past and usually amex will give it to you. I once had a issue but after calling a couple of times and explaining to them that I had no idea that they were booking it that way and telling them that I can send them the Itinerary I was able to get the 3x.
I would take the gamble!
Post by: yid on July 05, 2011, 05:12:22 PM
If the charge is in dollars even though it is done in Israel there is no Forex fee this is with American Express.thanks for this info. i was in israel for years and didn't know this!
I know that with Citi bank CC you will get charged regardless if the charge is in dollars.
Elal tickets are billed in Dollars.
Post by: AJK on July 05, 2011, 05:19:56 PM
In regards to 3x from Travel agents, technically they are not eligible, however I have done it in the past and usually amex will give it to you. I once had a issue but after calling a couple of times and explaining to them that I had no idea that they were booking it that way and telling them that I can send them the Itinerary I was able to get the 3x.
What exactly did you explain to them?
I would take the gamble!
I'd agree. I figure it this way:
Assume I'm spending $2000.00.
Using VISA: 2% cash back = $40.00.
Using AMEX: (assuming only 1x) 2000 MR points = $30.00 (assuming I can sell for $.015 - which I likely can)
Using AMEX: (if I get 3x) 6000 MR points = $90.00
So by using the AMEX, I risk losing $10 (if I only ultimately get 1x) for a chance at making an additional $60 (if I ultimately get 3x).
Seem right to you?
Also -- the last wrinkle is if I will get smacked with a 2.7% AMEX Forex fee... Still haven't heard from anyone their opinion on that... To repeat:
I have charged travel expenses from this same Israeli travel agent to my Charles Schwab Visa in the past, but I have no idea if they were "foreign exchange fee worthy." I mean, it looks like I got charged in $ - but I'm not sure if that's conclusive.... How would I find out?
Post by: Aben on July 06, 2011, 07:37:22 AM
What exactly did you explain to them?
That I purchased airline tickets and how was I supposed to know that it must come directly from the airline
So by using the AMEX, I risk losing $10 (if I only ultimately get 1x) for a chance at making an additional $60 (if I ultimately get 3x).Yes
Seem right to you?
Also -- the last wrinkle is if I will get smacked with a 2.7% AMEX Forex fee... Still haven't heard from anyone their opinion on that... To repeat:I do not think you will receive the forex fee if the transaction is in dollars.
I have charged travel expenses from this same Israeli travel agent to my Charles Schwab Visa in the past, but I have no idea if they were "foreign exchange fee worthy." I mean, it looks like I got charged in $ - but I'm not sure if that's conclusive.... How would I find out?I do not think there are forex fees w/ Charles Schwab
The charges on your credit card will always be in dollars, on your actual statement it may say the exact shekel amount and the conversion rate.
Post by: AJK on July 06, 2011, 06:32:25 PM
I do not think there are forex fees w/ Charles Schwab
The charges on your credit card will always be in dollars, on your actual statement it may say the exact shekel amount and the conversion rate.
Yes, Charles Schwab does not have forex fees. That being said, I have used the CS card for past dealings with this Israeli travel agent, and my statement those charges have showed up as being in dollars. No shekels, no conversion rate. With that being the case, would it be safe to assume that I would not incur forex fees on AMEX for this Israeli travel agent? Thanks
Post by: elikay on July 06, 2011, 08:51:42 PM
Yes, Charles Schwab does not have forex fees. That being said, I have used the CS card for past dealings with this Israeli travel agent, and my statement those charges have showed up as being in dollars. No shekels, no conversion rate. With that being the case, would it be safe to asswhcih me that I would not incur forex fees on AMEX for this Israeli travel agent? ThanksI just bought something on eBay which was priced in AUD and I believe that paypal does the conversion (+ a fee?) I also got charged by AMEx a FOREX fee,
Post by: elikay on July 06, 2011, 08:53:17 PM
Post by: AJK on July 06, 2011, 09:03:23 PM
I just bought something on eBay which was priced in AUD and I believe that paypal does the conversion (+ a fee?) I also got charged by AMEx a FOREX fee,
UPDATE: I actually just checked the transaction details on Americanexpress.com and it seems like it was charged in AUD.
Yes, we know AMEX charges a forex fee...
Post by: AsherO on July 07, 2011, 01:14:59 AM
I just bought something on eBay which was priced in AUD and I believe that paypal does the conversion (+ a fee?) I also got charged by AMEx a FOREX fee,
eBay.au or eBay.com? Didn't paypal (during checkout) give you a total in USD?
Yes, we know AMEX charges a forex fee...
Depends on the card, no Forex fee on the Amex Plat.
Post by: AJK on July 07, 2011, 03:43:39 PM
Depends on the card, no Forex fee on the Amex Plat.
So do we know what the odds of AMEX charging me a forex fee are for that israeli travel agent?
Post by: Aben on July 07, 2011, 04:42:18 PM
Yes, Charles Schwab does not have forex fees. That being said, I have used the CS card for past dealings with this Israeli travel agent, and my statement those charges have showed up as being in dollars. No shekels, no conversion rate. With that being the case, would it be safe to assume that I would not incur forex fees on AMEX for this Israeli travel agent? ThanksWhy dont you ask the travel agent if they will be putting the charges throuh in dollars or shekel?
If they put them through in dollars then you should be ok.
Post by: elikay on July 07, 2011, 05:51:22 PM
My point was that I thought it had been put through in USD and I still got charged Forex, now I'm not sure I'll have to check Paypal when I'm near a PC.
@AsherO
There are banks which will charge you an international fee regardless of currency.
Post by: AsherO on July 07, 2011, 05:53:22 PM
@AsherO
There are banks which will charge you an international fee regardless of currency.
Paypal? Or you mean the CC?
Post by: elikay on July 07, 2011, 06:02:24 PM
Post by: AJK on July 07, 2011, 06:14:42 PM
The CC , it depends if they charge for exchange or out of country the latter does not make a difference what currency it is.
Which is precisely my question: the travel agency is based out of israel, but i'm pretty sure he charges in USD...
Post by: SGF on January 15, 2012, 10:01:30 PM
if yes which airline wud be the best to transfer?
Post by: JEWDA on January 15, 2012, 10:10:34 PM
Post by: SGF on January 16, 2012, 10:04:50 PM
Post by: dans fan on January 16, 2012, 10:59:00 PM
is this 50000 points offer still worth getting and is it that much betterthen all the other airline 50000 miles CC offers?imo its worse
if yes which airline wud be the best to transfer?
Post by: compddd on January 17, 2012, 03:16:14 PM
Post by: dans fan on January 18, 2012, 07:33:30 PM
50,000 Amex MR is worse? What?i rather 50 co or ua or saph
Post by: Steven on January 19, 2012, 09:09:33 AM
i rather 50 co or ua or saph+1
Post by: dwkl on January 19, 2012, 11:43:48 AM
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Post by: mek on August 26, 2012, 12:55:38 PM
Post by: creditor on August 26, 2012, 01:00:39 PM
look at the thread, read the experiences,call them up,make your calculations [whether points,credit,or none,] and then post
Post by: CholentTheTraveler on August 26, 2012, 01:15:07 PM
Hey my amex premier gold first year is coming up and I have 40k points on it. What should I do? Can I open a spg card and transfer the credit line and points? what do you guys think the best option is? I also have the chase freedom and united cardsWhy not open an Amex Plat(MB) and spend $1,000 and get 50,000 MR as well to add on top of that. I would not transfer to SPG as the ratio would not be worth it if you ask me.
Post by: mek on August 26, 2012, 02:46:16 PM
there is something called RETENTION (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=1572.0)!
look at the thread, read the experiences,call them up,make your calculations [whether points,credit,or none,] and then post
I understand what retention is. What i'm saying is that even if they offer me 100 dollar credit or points I dont think its worth the then 75 dollar fee on top of that (its 175/yr) so i'm asking what is the best option for me to do with these points and if I can move the credit line to a different amex card as well as the points
Post by: CholentTheTraveler on August 26, 2012, 10:36:24 PM
so i'm asking what is the best option for me to do with these points and if I can move the credit line to a different amex card as well as the pointsI just got my Amex Gold and there is no credit limit on my card. Why not do as suggested and sign up for the Amex Plat and have the points combined there?
Post by: elizmm on August 26, 2012, 10:39:13 PM
Post by: mek on August 27, 2012, 10:20:16 AM
I just got my Amex Gold and there is no credit limit on my card.yeh my mistake its a charge card not a cc. I was really just trying to say how I didnt want another pull on my credit
Post by: PETERP on August 27, 2012, 10:51:00 AM
Iv'e had the gold for 3 years and have not paid a annual fee yet. The first is free, the 2nd I asked them via SM to waive the fee and the 3rd after SM they gave me $100 and then I asked again if they can give the full amount and they gave me the full amount.
How much do you spend annually roughly. I made the spend got the points and put it away so maybe
They won't offer me anything. if so best to cancel ?
Post by: MnM1130 on August 27, 2012, 12:15:38 PM
Post by: JEWDA on August 30, 2012, 12:02:07 PM
Post by: good sam on August 30, 2012, 12:12:20 PM
When do the 25k bonus points post? After the statement closes or after I pay the statement?Statement close
Post by: JEWDA on August 30, 2012, 12:25:11 PM
Statement closeThanks.
Post by: rots5 on January 10, 2013, 05:19:22 PM
Post by: Dan on January 10, 2013, 05:25:12 PM
Post by: rots5 on January 10, 2013, 05:26:34 PM
Yes.thanks. i was under the impression there was non ok thanks then!
Post by: rots5 on January 10, 2013, 05:43:30 PM
Post by: Dan on January 10, 2013, 05:55:59 PM
Post by: rots5 on January 10, 2013, 06:06:10 PM
I don't make new loginsand u still get both bonuses?
Post by: Dan on January 10, 2013, 06:12:41 PM
and u still get both bonuses?So far yes, we'll see what happens with this 100K plat.
Post by: rots5 on January 10, 2013, 06:13:41 PM
Post by: moshiach1 on January 27, 2013, 11:14:16 AM
On my first statement I was billed $175 for the annual fee on my PRG? It was supposed to be waived for the 1st year.
I'm not sure if to call as I don't want to mess up the bonus
Post by: MEIR613 on January 27, 2013, 11:41:02 AM
I signed up a few weeks ago from that site,creditcards.com an did a 2bm for plat/prgOthers had this as well.
On my first statement I was billed $175 for the annual fee on my PRG? It was supposed to be waived for the 1st year.
I'm not sure if to call as I don't want to mess up the bonus
I think they SMed AMEX and got it off.
Post by: rots5 on January 27, 2013, 11:41:51 AM
Others had this as well.i got the same issue a while back and i sm'd them and they credited the acct
I think they SMed AMEX and got it off.
Post by: MEIR613 on January 27, 2013, 11:43:29 AM
i got the same issue a while back and i sm'd them and they credited the acctThe problem is now everyone's worried and no one wants to start up.
Post by: rots5 on January 27, 2013, 11:44:17 AM
The problem is now everyone's worried and no one wants to start up.i didnt sign up with that craze. So i had no worries :-)
Post by: MEIR613 on January 27, 2013, 11:45:47 AM
i didnt sign up with that craze. So i had no worries :-)You not, but there's tons of people that did and got charged the $175 fee.
Post by: rots5 on January 27, 2013, 11:46:58 AM
You not, but there's tons of people that did and got charged the $175 fee.i also got charged the 175 but i got it taken off
Post by: aryeh1 on January 27, 2013, 11:47:40 AM
You not, but there's tons of people that did and got charged the $175 fee.
How do you know that?
So better not to call?
Post by: MEIR613 on January 27, 2013, 11:48:44 AM
i also got charged the 175 but i got it taken offI was talking about the 2bm(100k + 50k unofficially targeted offers).
Post by: MEIR613 on January 27, 2013, 11:49:56 AM
How do you know that?I know people.
So better not to call?I would SM them.
Post by: aryeh1 on January 27, 2013, 12:01:36 PM
Post by: yitzf on January 27, 2013, 02:00:40 PM
Post by: A European on February 17, 2013, 03:05:46 AM
Post by: moto on February 17, 2013, 07:47:09 AM
If anyone can tell me there experience I would appreciate it
Post by: mmermss on February 17, 2013, 08:26:44 AM
My free year is coming to a end soon is there a way to get the second year free or a lot of points that are equivalent to 175???http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=1572.0
If anyone can tell me there experience I would appreciate it
Post by: A European on February 17, 2013, 09:11:54 AM
I was charged 35$ and got it right back credited , from amex mem rwd first annual program fee, does anyone know what that means?I had it on my account and on my wife's account.
Post by: Platinum on February 17, 2013, 10:15:49 AM
i also got charged the 175 but i got it taken offthey wouldn't wave the fee for me but offered 10k points.
Post by: meshugener on February 17, 2013, 12:35:15 PM
they wouldn't wave the fee for me but offered 10k points.Is this the first year you have the PRG card?
If yes there is no reason they shouldn't waive the fee.
And by the way, maybe its because you asked them to wave the fee. Try again now asking them to waive the fee.
But 10k points is what you keep for compensation for the trouble you have.
Post by: Platinum on February 17, 2013, 05:53:48 PM
Is this the first year you have the PRG card?It was not the first year I had the card. I did ask them to WAIVE the fee. Thanks for the spell check.
If yes there is no reason they shouldn't waive the fee.
And by the way, maybe its because you asked them to wave the fee. Try again now asking them to waive the fee.
But 10k points is what you keep for compensation for the trouble you have.
Post by: NI on February 28, 2013, 06:24:09 PM
Thanks for your help!
Post by: Dan on February 28, 2013, 06:27:09 PM
Also there is a DansDeals link for cc.com: http://www.dansdeals.com/go/creditcards/
Thanks!
Post by: A European on February 28, 2013, 06:32:47 PM
You don't have any credit cards now?Just got approved for my brother!
Also there is a DansDeals link for cc.com: http://www.dansdeals.com/go/creditcards/
Thanks!
It is His first CC!
(He had a capital 1 secure CC for a year )
(Got declined with chase HUCA didn't help they claimed he needs a 2 years history. )
Post by: aryeh1 on February 28, 2013, 10:58:46 PM
Just got approved for my brother!Really minimum 2 years with chase?
It is His first CC!
(He had a capital 1 secure CC for a year )
(Got declined with chase HUCA didn't help they claimed he needs a 2 years history. )
Post by: A European on March 01, 2013, 03:55:56 AM
Really minimum 2 years with chase?I didn't have a history a year ago and by now I had 6 chase CC.
I guess it's a YMMV.
Post by: Moshe123 on March 01, 2013, 08:07:28 AM
Really minimum 2 years with chase?
They claim so to throw you off.
A little more than a year with cap1 with about a half year with spending over 1k over several cards did it for me.
Post by: NI on March 01, 2013, 10:10:58 AM
Post by: Dan on March 01, 2013, 10:16:04 AM
ill deff use the link from here if i decide to go for it:) I only have a bank of america cc attatched to my checking/savings accounts and a discover cash back credit card. Thanks!With those cards you should be good to go.
Probably worth doing a 2BM or 3BM to try multiple cards with the same pull. No harm if you don't get em all.
Post by: noturbizniss on March 05, 2013, 11:56:16 AM
Post by: izzchuck on March 05, 2013, 12:11:02 PM
Post by: rots5 on March 05, 2013, 12:32:34 PM
So i have 2 transactions on 2/28 with label "MEM RWDS FIRST ANNUAL PROGRAM FEE" for $35 and "MEM RWDS FIRST ANNUAL PROGRAM FEE CREDIT" for $35 credit. Anyone have this before?me too, figured it was somesort of mistake
Post by: Moshe123 on March 05, 2013, 12:52:04 PM
me too, figured it was somesort of mistake
Also had it. it's nothing. It's them charging you and crediting you at the same time because it's free the first year.
Post by: AJK on March 05, 2013, 01:11:08 PM
Happened to me also.
Post by: A European on March 05, 2013, 09:48:07 PM
So i have 2 transactions on 2/28 with label "MEM RWDS FIRST ANNUAL PROGRAM FEE" for $35 and "MEM RWDS FIRST ANNUAL PROGRAM FEE CREDIT" for $35 credit. Anyone have this before?
I was charged 35$ and got it right back credited , from amex mem rwd first annual program fee, does anyone know what that means?
Post by: A European on March 05, 2013, 10:03:18 PM
So I PUTPAC I they told me it has to do something with linking the canceled platinum card to my existing PRG account.
Post by: noturbizniss on March 05, 2013, 11:11:18 PM
So I PUTPAC I they told me it has to do something with linking the canceled platinum card to my existing PRG account.Makes sense I canceled a platinum card last week
Post by: shmaya on April 11, 2013, 12:29:37 AM
After not receiving points called Amex and they told me there was no bonus associated with the signup.
I cant find the link now. Anyone know where I can get the code? Was I imagining things? anything that can be done now?
Post by: Shmulyg on April 11, 2013, 03:18:30 AM
In march I clicked on a link somewhere on the site or forums that said 50,000 MR points after 1k.It wasn't a link. It was a CreditCard.com offer.
After not receiving points called Amex and they told me there was no bonus associated with the signup.
I cant find the link now. Anyone know where I can get the code? Was I imagining things? anything that can be done now?
Post by: APoshiterYid on April 11, 2013, 04:43:13 PM
Post by: Galitzyaner on July 28, 2013, 05:10:18 PM
If I sign up using this offer, what are the chances it'll be honored?
Post by: Galitzyaner on July 29, 2013, 07:01:36 PM
I received an offer in the mail to one of my Amex "AU's" for 50k after $1k on the PRG.Bump
If I sign up using this offer, what are the chances it'll be honored?
Post by: Galitzyaner on August 06, 2013, 07:34:26 PM
I received an offer in the mail to one of my Amex "AU's" for 50k after $1k on the PRG.Anyone?
If I sign up using this offer, what are the chances it'll be honored?
Post by: Lou Bob on August 06, 2013, 08:47:46 PM
Anyone?ymmv I guess.
My year and half old nephew gets offers in the mail too, and he's an au on a card I have ;)
Post by: Freddie on August 11, 2013, 04:06:32 AM
I am grandfathered in at a $55 annual fee on my (22 year old) green card.
A rep told me several months ago that if I ever upgrade and then go back to my green, he doesn't think he can ever get that AF back since there isn't even any code for it.
Does this sound believable? Why would he talk me out of upgrading? Am I being a sucker to not go for the PRG upgrade just cuz I like my little $55 AF?
Post by: AJK on August 11, 2013, 04:18:23 PM
Post by: notanonymous on August 20, 2013, 11:30:04 AM
Post by: Marco Polo on August 20, 2013, 11:31:14 AM
I received an email offer - upgrade to BGR and receive 15k after 5k spend. Annual fee not waived. This comes after I had the Platninum and downgraded to Green. I am not planning on doing an AOR before sukkos. I had applied for the BGR either one or two AORs ago, but I was declined. The advantage is that I assume there is no hard pull to go this route. Maybe I could huca for the 50k match? Maybe I would get the 25k offer to upgrade to Platninum? What do you think?Doesn't seem like it would hurt to try. Though Amex is not good with matching offers.
Post by: notanonymous on August 20, 2013, 11:53:04 AM
Doesn't seem like it would hurt to try. Though Amex is not good with matching offers.My other option would be to not respond, and just try again for the 50k by my next AOR (approx 6-8 weeks).
Post by: Marco Polo on August 20, 2013, 11:55:15 AM
My other option would be to not respond, and just try again for the 50k by my next AOR (approx 6-8 weeks).You can ask, which i don't believe will negatively affect you. Depending on what they say, you can decide what you want to do. Maybe you can save a pull or add another cc on your AOR if you just go with the upgrade now.
Post by: notanonymous on September 04, 2013, 12:32:51 PM
Post by: eyes on September 12, 2013, 06:09:06 PM
Post by: IsraelGuy on September 24, 2013, 12:25:48 PM
Called up Amex and they have no record of my offer and asked me for the offer code (We both applied through Dan's link).
I have a screen shot of my wife's app, but can't seem to find the screen shot of mine (of course).
Any suggestions? They said they would look into it but I'm not hopeful. Never had this card before either.
Post by: PETERP on September 24, 2013, 12:32:48 PM
My wife and I both applied for the PRG card in June and got approved. Both spent 2k and she got her 25k MR points and I didn't.
Called up Amex and they have no record of my offer and asked me for the offer code (We both applied through Dan's link).
I have a screen shot of my wife's app, but can't seem to find the screen shot of mine (of course).
Any suggestions? They said they would look into it but I'm not hopeful. Never had this card before either.
If you never had this card before be insistent. Why would you not take advantage of the same offer your Wife received . Explain to them you are not irresponsible , and why wouldn't you expect the same bonus/consideration.
After all you are applying for an Amex card which shows you are intelligent, so nothing less should be expected of you
Post by: IsraelGuy on September 24, 2013, 12:44:24 PM
If you never had this card before be insistent. Why would you not take advantage of the same offer your Wife received . Explain to them you are not irresponsible , and why wouldn't you expect the same bonus/consideration.
After all you are applying for an Amex card which shows you are intelligent, so nothing less should be expected of you
I like your enthusiasm :D
I tried a bunch of similar lines, and they said they would look into it and that's all they could do without the offer code. If I don't hear anything back in a couple days I'll call back and try again (I do want to close the card soon so I can churn it eventually) but I wanted to see if anyone had a similar experience or knew what code to give them. Guess I learned my lesson to be more careful about my screen shots...
Post by: PETERP on September 24, 2013, 01:31:48 PM
I like your enthusiasm :D
I tried a bunch of similar lines, and they said they would look into it and that's all they could do without the offer code. If I don't hear anything back in a couple days I'll call back and try again (I do want to close the card soon so I can churn it eventually) but I wanted to see if anyone had a similar experience or knew what code to give them. Guess I learned my lesson to be more careful about my screen shots...
Enthusiasm and persistence. I assume you spoke with a supervisor , and told them how you want to join the Amex family .
Been getting all sorts of promos from that no good Chase :)
Post by: IsraelGuy on September 24, 2013, 03:04:38 PM
Anyway looks like I'll just have to call again and use more 'persistence'.
Post by: PETERP on September 24, 2013, 03:14:24 PM
I didn't it up to a supervisor this time. I already have been an Amex holder for 5 years, just not this specific card. I also have the BGR (now Platinum) card and I was possibly concerned that since I already got a promotional bonus through those cards I might not be eligible for the PGR bonus, but I don't think that should be the case.
Anyway looks like I'll just have to call again and use more 'persistence'.
Good luck .
Post by: IsraelGuy on October 04, 2013, 09:40:51 AM
Post by: meshugener on October 04, 2013, 10:12:12 AM
Post by: IsraelGuy on October 06, 2013, 02:31:57 AM
Don't write letters, contact the CFPB.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau? What would happen there? They would contact Amex on my behalf?
I don't think I have anything to prove my case though :-\
Post by: Chapshnell on October 08, 2013, 10:17:05 AM
Can I upgrade to the platinum card from the PRG for 25k bonus points?
Is there such a thing for the personal gold card or only for the Business gold?
Please advise & thanks
Post by: Marco Polo on October 08, 2013, 10:30:34 AM
Hi Guys, tried reading thru this topic but I couldn't find my answer...CMIIW, but i think the link here is only for the business version.
Can I upgrade to the platinum card from the PRG for 25k bonus points?
Is there such a thing for the personal gold card or only for the Business gold?
Please advise & thanks
There may be targeted offers for personal, but don't think they have a public link.
Post by: IsraelGuy on October 10, 2013, 02:15:23 PM
Don't write letters, contact the CFPB.
Quote
Dear Mr. #,
Your recent correspondence to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has been forwarded to
me for review. Thank you for taking the time to share this matter with us. We are unable to issue you the
requested Membership Rewards (MR). Please allow me to respond to your inquiry.
American Express records show you applied for a Premier Rewards Gold card account through our
website on July #, 2013. The promotion associated with your application was to receive a $0.00
introductory annual membership fee for the first year. Please be aware as part of the application for the
offer you reference in your correspondence we disclose that if you are identified as a current American
Express Cardmember you may not be eligible for the welcome bonus offer. Our records further show you
have been an American Express Cardmember since 2008. Additionally, the screenshot of an application
approval provided in your correspondence to the CFPB is addressed to [your wife] and does not
represent your application.
We regret that your customer service experience has been a source of dissatisfaction to you. American
Express is committed to providing excellent customer service and stresses that our representatives use the
utmost professionalism and courtesy. During our investigation we were unable to validate your claim that
we did not make a promised telephone call to you.
Mr. #, we trust this letter has answered your questions and addressed your concerns.
Thanks for the suggestion but it didn't work. Wow, what a waste of an app and spending....
Learn from my mistake people - double check that you have taken a screenshot of all your apps!
Post by: ari2955 on October 21, 2013, 02:29:27 PM
Post by: Azis Papa on October 31, 2013, 11:20:45 AM
Post by: raphy781 on October 31, 2013, 11:34:46 AM
I fullfilled my spend reqts & got the 25K bonus. But now an AP payment for $500 was returned dropping my total spend below the $2K requirement. What are the chances that AMEX will take back the bonus? Anyone have a similar experience?IIRC the bonus has not been revoked in similar cases.
Post by: moshe_m on November 03, 2013, 05:37:31 PM
Get 30,000 Membership Rewards® points1 after you spend $10,000 in purchases on the Business Platinum Card® in the first 5 months of Card Membership.2 For an annual fee of $450, enjoy premier benefits designed for business travelers like you.
Post by: Smart on November 16, 2013, 07:46:13 PM
Post by: Friend on November 17, 2013, 02:17:51 AM
Post by: Smart on November 18, 2013, 09:55:08 AM
Got a targeted offer to my brothers name, any experience if this will work for me with same last name and address?
Bump. Anyone please?
Post by: jack12 on November 18, 2013, 10:08:06 PM
Post by: hertzinstl on November 21, 2013, 04:54:19 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on November 21, 2013, 04:55:07 PM
If i have the PRG, can i open the amex plat and receive the signup bonus?Can't have same personal within a year of each other (need to have it closed for a year).
Post by: hertzinstl on November 21, 2013, 04:58:17 PM
Can't have same personal within a year of each other (need to have it closed for a year).Is it considered the same personal card? its two diff types of cards.
Post by: Marco Polo on November 21, 2013, 04:59:32 PM
Is it considered the same personal card? its two diff types of cards.
Gold and Personal are the same type of product.
Post by: hertzinstl on November 21, 2013, 05:04:21 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on November 21, 2013, 05:07:59 PM
What about rewards gold and amex plat? I was told that being that its the same point system you only get it once a year? Any truth to that?That is what i am saying. You need to not have the product for a year.
You can have one business and one personal of at the same time.
Post by: lechatchileh ariber on November 21, 2013, 05:16:24 PM
I fullfilled my spend reqts & got the 25K bonus. But now an AP payment for $500 was returned dropping my total spend below the $2K requirement. What are the chances that AMEX will take back the bonus? Anyone have a similar experience?IME You will keep the bonus miles but those 500 from the purchase will be taken away. (I used all including the points per dollar and was put into a deficit of the amount returned)
Post by: Azis Papa on November 24, 2013, 07:19:34 PM
IME You will keep the bonus miles but those 500 from the purchase will be taken away. (I used all including the points per dollar and was put into a deficit of the amount returned)Yea, it seems that is what happened to me too. Thanks.
Post by: mawmaw on December 13, 2013, 09:34:43 AM
Post by: mawmaw on December 19, 2013, 01:48:10 PM
Post by: Dan on December 19, 2013, 01:50:32 PM
cant find a working link for PRG on dd I like to use dd links onlyLinks are all here:
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=8028.0
Also check here to see if you might have a 50K targeted offer:
http://www.dansdeals.com/go/CardMatch/
Thanks!
Post by: mawmaw on December 19, 2013, 01:53:51 PM
Post by: Zevwolf on December 19, 2013, 02:20:14 PM
Post by: Dan on December 19, 2013, 02:21:52 PM
someone advertised the 50k offer but you need to give him all your info and he applys for you, does anyone know the secret behind this?Did you try this?
http://www.dansdeals.com/go/CardMatch/
Post by: Zevwolf on December 19, 2013, 02:23:39 PM
Did you try this?yes, did not get the offer.
http://www.dansdeals.com/go/CardMatch/
Post by: Malachi on December 19, 2013, 03:07:46 PM
someone advertised the 50k offer but you need to give him all your info and he applys for you, does anyone know the secret behind this?where?
Post by: Zevwolf on December 19, 2013, 03:29:08 PM
Post by: Malachi on December 19, 2013, 05:16:04 PM
Link in BPhe probably goes through card match from credit cards.com and types someone else's info that is targeted for the 50k and then click on the link and put a in your name
Post by: noturbizniss on December 20, 2013, 01:20:28 PM
On a related note, is there any way to merge two cards so i keep all the AU's?
Post by: mawmaw on December 22, 2013, 01:00:16 AM
Are there any cards that a PRG can be converter to that have no fee besides a green card? I have many AU's and don't want to lose them...all charge cards have fee green is the cheapest
On a related note, is there any way to merge two cards so i keep all the AU's?
Post by: farmbochur on December 31, 2013, 11:09:54 AM
I have 66,000 points and will earn another 40,000 (should post on 1/7/14) thanks to an upgrade from PRG biz to Plat biz. I hope to close the plat before 1/31/14 to avoid the annual fee. I also have a blue for biz that I can use to bank points.
Should I transfer my 66,000 points to BA for the 20% bonus or should I hold my points with the blue for biz account.
My real question is how hard will it be to get another Green, Gold, or Plat card to use for airline transfers at some later date?
My history/plans with Amex Charge cards:
May 2013 - Opened PRG Biz card
Dec 2013 - Upgraded from PRG Biz to Plat Biz
Jan 2014 - Hope to close the Plat Biz account
Post by: noturbizniss on December 31, 2013, 11:34:24 AM
Trying to figure out what to do with my MR points.you can always downgrade back to gold after points post.
I have 66,000 points and will earn another 40,000 (should post on 1/7/14) thanks to an upgrade from PRG biz to Plat biz. I hope to close the plat before 1/31/14 to avoid the annual fee. I also have a blue for biz that I can use to bank points.
Should I transfer my 66,000 points to BA for the 20% bonus or should I hold my points with the blue for biz account.
My real question is how hard will it be to get another Green, Gold, or Plat card to use for airline transfers at some later date?
My history/plans with Amex Charge cards:
May 2013 - Opened PRG Biz card
Dec 2013 - Upgraded from PRG Biz to Plat Biz
Jan 2014 - Hope to close the Plat Biz account
Don't forget the pggm and airline 200 back in 2013&2014 before canceling or downgrading
Post by: hsoyfer on December 31, 2013, 11:35:20 AM
Post by: noturbizniss on December 31, 2013, 11:38:09 AM
how do we downgrade to gold with no fee? or to green for the extra 5kPUTPAC to downgrade. Just tell them you were on a first year free promo and your should be able to keep for test of the year.
Post by: farmbochur on December 31, 2013, 02:49:49 PM
you can always downgrade back to gold after points post.
Don't forget the pggm and airline 200 back in 2013&2014 before canceling or downgrading
Thanks.
Already did PGGM in 20013 and hope to do it again after 1/1/14.
Is it still possible to get 5k by downgrading from Plat to Green.
If so, how?
TIA
Post by: mordyl19 on January 02, 2014, 04:16:18 PM
Post by: Super Speed on January 02, 2014, 10:46:57 PM
Has anyone recently applied for the 2 or 3 PRG in a 2/3BM and gotten the bonus on all the cards?Please don't cross post ask your question in only 1 place.
Post by: cozmohoot on January 08, 2014, 10:11:33 AM
i am not ready for any AOR to use as leverage..
not really crossthreading ;)
Post by: Moshe123 on January 08, 2014, 10:12:38 AM
my PRG AF is coming up. what do most folks here do? i dont really use the card.
i am not ready for any AOR to use as leverage..
not really crossthreading ;)
What's the point of keeping it open? Don't you want to apply for other MR cards down the line?
Post by: cozmohoot on January 08, 2014, 01:16:17 PM
What's the point of keeping it open? Don't you want to apply for other MR cards down the line?definitely. So peeps just close the cards?
Post by: Moshe123 on January 08, 2014, 01:16:36 PM
definitely. So peeps just close the cards?
Sure
Post by: cozmohoot on January 08, 2014, 02:30:27 PM
Sureshkoachs. same goes for spg?
next round can be business spg and bgr..
Post by: Feivish on January 08, 2014, 03:56:17 PM
Post by: noturbizniss on January 10, 2014, 11:29:52 AM
shkoachs. same goes for spg?Just make sure you have another Mr fee free card.
next round can be business spg and bgr..
Post by: cozmohoot on January 10, 2014, 01:14:34 PM
Just make sure you have another Mr fee free card.I don't have any points left...
Post by: raphy781 on January 11, 2014, 11:35:53 AM
shkoachs. same goes for spg?Don't lose the credit line on your SPG.
next round can be business spg and bgr..
Post by: nobiggy on January 11, 2014, 06:08:53 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on January 11, 2014, 07:59:37 PM
Don't lose the credit line on your SPG.Yeh I ended up changing that to a free amex card
Post by: farmbochur on January 13, 2014, 06:46:33 PM
PUTPAC to downgrade. Just tell them you were on a first year free promo and your should be able to keep for test of the year.
-1
I spoke to 2 reps and neither one let me continue my first year without paying the annual fee (whether I downgraded to green or gold). I ended up downgrading to green hoping that I'll be able to get 5k MR after one purchase and then close the account.
Anyone know what the deadline for closing the green card will be to avoid paying the (prorated) $95 AF. I hope that the points post before that deadline.
Post by: noturbizniss on January 13, 2014, 11:10:09 PM
-1You should not have to pay it since you were on a promotion. Offer essentially amex covered the first year afaik. If you paid for the fee then upgraded then downgraded they would be charge you again...
I spoke to 2 reps and neither one let me continue my first year without paying the annual fee (whether I downgraded to green or gold). I ended up downgrading to green hoping that I'll be able to get 5k MR after one purchase and then close the account.
Anyone know what the deadline for closing the green card will be to avoid paying the (prorated) $95 AF. I hope that the points post before that deadline.
Post by: mawmaw on January 13, 2014, 11:12:30 PM
I have one that exp on 1/3/14 :(
Post by: farmbochur on January 14, 2014, 01:27:26 AM
You should not have to pay it since you were on a promotion. Offer essentially amex covered the first year afaik. If you paid for the fee then upgraded then downgraded they would be charge you again...
Was that your experience?
Post by: princea143 on January 28, 2014, 12:05:18 AM
Post by: Dr Moose on January 28, 2014, 01:17:05 AM
Post by: thaber on January 29, 2014, 12:41:35 AM
did anyone have the 75k offer for BIZ gold is there any targeted offers this days ?I got a bunch in the mail today. Applied and was approved for one, 75K bonus with 5K spend
I have one that exp on 1/3/14 :(
Post by: jwilliams1 on January 30, 2014, 11:55:46 AM
Can I use my same membership reward number and sign in- or need to keep everything seperate.
Also- can someone else use the offer after me?
Post by: jwilliams1 on January 30, 2014, 02:51:59 PM
I have an amex platinum. Got a 75k target for enhanced buis gold for another company i have.Bump
Can I use my same membership reward number and sign in- or need to keep everything seperate.
Also- can someone else use the offer after me?
Post by: princea143 on January 31, 2014, 05:09:57 PM
you could check creditcards.com and then put in your info to see what offers they'll give you
I have, and no AMEX ones !!!
Post by: fradl on February 02, 2014, 07:26:11 PM
Post by: ilherman on February 04, 2014, 11:20:55 PM
Post by: AJK on February 05, 2014, 12:24:22 AM
Post by: ilherman on February 05, 2014, 12:35:26 AM
AmEx does not match anymore.Whats gonna happen if I tell them hey I was offered 50K?
Post by: AJK on February 05, 2014, 12:43:32 AM
The end.
Post by: ilherman on February 05, 2014, 12:48:43 AM
"Sir, we don't see that offer on your account.":( I was desperate to do an AOR last week and couldn't find any 50k offers so I just applied through Dans link, today my wife got 1 in the mail...
The end.
I hope by someway ill be able to get the 50K.
Post by: AJK on February 05, 2014, 12:53:51 AM
Post by: Ephraimh on February 05, 2014, 08:57:56 AM
I understand the 12 month rule. My question is: How are personal platinum and business platinum affected? If I closed my personal platinum 3 months ago and my business platinum 1 month ago, do I have to wait 9 months or 11 months in order to open another personal platinum? Are both accounts separate even though my business is a sole proprietorship and my ss# is listed in the business account? Any help would be appreciated. TIA9 months.
Post by: Vosizderneias on February 05, 2014, 09:50:29 AM
Post by: farmbochur on February 05, 2014, 10:25:05 AM
Is the offer to upgrade to platinum still around? Link? Is this the aprpro thread? Thanks yall
found this with a simple google search
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/openplatinum/benefit.do?benefitTemplate=template_a&benefitId=open.platinumupdates
too bad your not getting it in Nov/Dec to take advantage of PGGMx2.
Post by: princea143 on February 05, 2014, 05:12:48 PM
"Sir, we don't see that offer on your account."Actually, I was told that by one rep so I HUCA'd and got one who honored it. ;)
The end.
Post by: AJK on February 05, 2014, 05:28:08 PM
Post by: ilherman on February 05, 2014, 06:14:05 PM
Actually, I was told that by one rep so I HUCA'd and got one who honored it. ;)What did you say? How much did you have to spend?
Post by: princea143 on February 06, 2014, 01:37:48 AM
What did you say? How much did you have to spend?I just tried my luck and asked for it, and said that that's what I signed up for. I was very courteous with her as well. $5k 8)
Post by: farmbochur on February 07, 2014, 12:03:23 PM
-1
I spoke to 2 reps and neither one let me continue my first year without paying the annual fee (whether I downgraded to green or gold). I ended up downgrading to green hoping that I'll be able to get 5k MR after one purchase and then close the account.
Anyone know what the deadline for closing the green card will be to avoid paying the (prorated) $95 AF. I hope that the points post before that deadline.
Update: The first statement since downgrading to Green posted on 2/4. The AF for the Plat was refunded, but no sign of the AF for the Green ;D. Also, I got the 5,000 MR point bonus for first purchase on the Green :).
Post by: bermo on February 25, 2014, 10:42:06 PM
Post by: Zevwolf on February 26, 2014, 10:06:59 AM
Post by: Marco Polo on February 26, 2014, 10:09:12 AM
Anyone used credit match powered by cc.com to get the 50k offer ? Is it legit ?Take screenshots.
Post by: bermo on February 27, 2014, 01:52:00 AM
Post by: ari2955 on February 27, 2014, 02:19:22 AM
I was asking in regards to giving them my info ?Yes, it's a legit site.
Post by: greatdeals on March 03, 2014, 07:24:09 AM
I want to close my card but don't know what to do with the points.
I don't want to downgrade to a free card
Post by: Marco Polo on March 03, 2014, 08:59:23 AM
My AF is coming up on my PRGOpen another card.
I want to close my card but don't know what to do with the points.
I don't want to downgrade to a free card
Post by: ilherman on March 09, 2014, 03:22:03 AM
"Sir, we don't see that offer on your account."Got the 50K after a 20 minute chat on Friday.
The end.
Post by: rots5 on March 09, 2014, 04:51:37 AM
Post by: popcorn1508 on March 09, 2014, 05:20:58 AM
I see on my wifes account she was pre approved (a pop up) is that an real indication, or is that generic to get her to sign up.Dan says there is no such a thing as pre approved
Post by: Marco Polo on March 09, 2014, 09:06:35 AM
I see on my wifes account she was pre approved (a pop up) is that an real indication, or is that generic to get her to sign up.I believe it is the same as the mailers banks send out. Nothing to get excited about. Sorry.
Post by: rots5 on March 09, 2014, 09:45:02 AM
I believe it is the same as the mailers bans send out. Nothing to get excited about. Sorry.Thanks! I might sign her up anyways
Post by: Gaby on March 10, 2014, 06:17:37 PM
Post by: AJK on March 10, 2014, 06:25:30 PM
2) Open a another (business or blue) MR earning card
Post by: Marco Polo on March 10, 2014, 09:47:28 PM
1) Transfer to a partnerDowngrading to Blue card an option as well?
2) Open a another (business or blue) MR earning card
Post by: AJK on March 11, 2014, 12:20:20 AM
Post by: Marco Polo on March 11, 2014, 08:44:34 AM
Huh?To keep the points without having to transfer the. Can't he downgrade to Amex blue?
Post by: AJK on March 11, 2014, 12:26:30 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on March 11, 2014, 01:02:35 PM
Nope. Charge --> credit no worky.Got it. Thanks. This seems to be my kryptonite.
Post by: Gaby on March 11, 2014, 01:29:18 PM
Post by: AJK on March 11, 2014, 01:29:57 PM
Post by: 12HRS on March 17, 2014, 03:31:59 PM
Post by: 12HRS on March 18, 2014, 04:55:07 PM
Does anyone know how many days exactly do I have to cancel after the fee hits the statement to get a full refund? 60?
Doesn't matter I guess, Just got offered the full $175 to keep it open...
Post by: rivkao on March 18, 2014, 11:47:45 PM
Post by: ilherman on March 18, 2014, 11:48:54 PM
Pls advise if I did smart! My AF posted so called to cancel but now I regret cuz its my first amex card... But didn't want to pay AF, maybe cudve downgraded?It will stay on your CR for the next 10 years IINM.
Post by: Joe4007 on March 19, 2014, 12:16:49 AM
Pls advise if I did smart! My AF posted so called to cancel but now I regret cuz its my first amex card... But didn't want to pay AF, maybe cudve downgraded?From Dan's article "Credit cards for dummies".
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Note that AMEX always reports every card you open as being opened in the year that you first got an AMEX card. So if an AMEX was your first card then don’t sweat it as you can always get that date again by just opening a new card.
Post by: rivkao on March 19, 2014, 08:49:56 AM
Post by: davidd75 on March 25, 2014, 12:37:02 PM
moving my MR points to airlines and close both cards
keeping my MR points somehow? and close both cards
any other ideas, options?
Post by: Marco Polo on March 25, 2014, 12:37:30 PM
So both my Amex Gold premier charge card and Amex gold business charge card are posting the AF this month or so so I have to close or take some other action to avoid AF. What is the best course of action at this point:Get a retention bonus and/or get the fee waived.
moving my MR points to airlines and close both cards
keeping my MR points somehow? and close both cards
any other ideas, options?
Post by: davidd75 on March 25, 2014, 12:40:31 PM
they only offered $50 or use $10,000 MR points to pay $175 AF
Post by: noturbizniss on March 25, 2014, 12:41:28 PM
Get a retention bonus and/or get the fee waived.Or get a blue from american express before you cancel. If you have another credit card (not charge) you can convert it. That doesn't allow airline transfers but it keeps your MR's until you get another card.
Post by: davidd75 on March 25, 2014, 01:06:53 PM
Or get a blue from american express before you cancel. If you have another credit card (not charge) you can convert it. That doesn't allow airline transfers but it keeps your MR's until you get another card.when you say "convert" you mean transfer MR to my newly opened blue credit card?
Post by: Marco Polo on March 25, 2014, 01:46:20 PM
when you say "convert" you mean transfer MR to my newly opened blue credit card?If you get another MR earning card, it will keep your points intact if you close the PRG. The blue doesn't transfer to airlines, but can be used as a place holder like the Freedom card.
Post by: sam i am on March 25, 2014, 02:13:12 PM
Not sure if this is the best place to post this. There was a 50k offer for amex gold rewards in Nov. When I clicked on link, I got message that I was ineligible for that bonus since I already was an amex cardholder but I could get the then current offer of 25k. I never got the bonus I called and was told there was no record of such a bonus offer. When I complained they said I could write corporate. Well I just got the same response from them. Does anyone have a screenshot of a 25k offer from Nov. or have any advice what I should do?
Post by: Lazegotit on March 25, 2014, 04:32:03 PM
Doesn't matter I guess, Just got offered the full $175 to keep it open...
What did you tell CS?? They weren't gonna waive the AF for me...
Post by: rivkao on March 28, 2014, 09:28:27 AM
Post by: harrym on April 16, 2014, 04:26:31 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on April 16, 2014, 08:49:56 PM
Got hit with AF, called to downgrade to the green card and they offered me the senior card with a $35 annual fee, is that the best and cheapest way to keep my MR?You can still keep your MR, just depends if you want/need to transfer them out.
Post by: harrym on April 17, 2014, 03:45:49 AM
You can still keep your MR, just depends if you want/need to transfer them out.Can't transfer out with the senior card?
Post by: Miracle on April 17, 2014, 04:52:36 AM
Post by: ckmk47 on May 07, 2014, 10:50:40 AM
Post by: Toasted on May 07, 2014, 11:58:23 AM
My first ever successful retention bonus. I called saying the was thinking of closing the PRG to consolidate/ rearrange my cards. She talked about it being the premier points earner and how flexible the points were. She pointed out that with 30K spend over the year you get a 15K point bonus. I made appropriate ooh and ah and that is a nice benefit! She then offered me 25K points to keep the card open! I, of course, accepted.
Amazing! Do you have other cards open with Amex now?
Post by: sky121 on May 07, 2014, 12:11:51 PM
Post by: Moshe123 on May 07, 2014, 12:13:47 PM
Nice!!!
+1
Post by: A European on May 07, 2014, 01:14:44 PM
Post by: bermo on May 07, 2014, 01:29:12 PM
Is there any chance of getting them to match this offer ?
Post by: ckmk47 on May 07, 2014, 02:38:03 PM
Amazing! Do you have other cards open with Amex now?I have several other Amex cards. But in 2013 I spent the 30K to get the 15K MR bonus, so that might have made this card more valuable to them.
Post by: Dr Moose on May 07, 2014, 02:56:34 PM
Post by: SPLP on May 07, 2014, 02:58:45 PM
The link in the wiki is not working for me
same 4 me --then used "in private " it worked fine
Post by: A European on May 07, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
The link in the wiki is not working for me
YW!
same 4 me --then used "in private " it worked fine
Post by: SPLP on May 07, 2014, 03:26:49 PM
YW!
OK -- no problem to say thank you --THANK YOU
BUT understand -- will not - cannot apply and only looked at it -- it did not open ,thus tried I.P. -- since i said use in private - do i get a TY lol :)
Post by: davidd75 on May 07, 2014, 05:47:10 PM
Post by: Dr Moose on May 07, 2014, 05:49:14 PM
Are business cards subject to the new one time lifetime bonus?No
Post by: avrumy22 on May 20, 2014, 09:23:21 AM
Post by: Dr Moose on May 20, 2014, 09:30:50 AM
I just got the 175 charge. How can I get around this? Should I close the card? Will they refund the fee? ( I have a lot of points on this card that I didnt use yt)http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=1572.0
Post by: kivabb on May 20, 2014, 09:32:29 AM
No
The link on the wiki doesn't say anything about lifetime or 12 months. Is it 12 months still on the biz cards?
Post by: mawmaw on May 20, 2014, 08:05:04 PM
The link on the wiki doesn't say anything about lifetime or 12 months. Is it 12 months still on the biz cards?look up ^ !!
Post by: davidd75 on May 30, 2014, 09:45:44 AM
Should I go for this and keep offer in case they do not give me bonus or is this a waste of time and a credit pull
Post by: Miracle on May 30, 2014, 10:18:35 AM
I got an offer in the mail for Business Premier Gold card 50,000 points after I just closed this same card last month! I read the fine print and I did not find any language that would prevent me from getting bonus again although it did refer me to website for complete rules and regulations.Apply for other cards as well, so that you don't "waste" a credit pull for this card only.
Should I go for this and keep offer in case they do not give me bonus or is this a waste of time and a credit pull
Post by: davidd75 on May 30, 2014, 11:05:55 AM
Apply for other cards as well, so that you don't "waste" a credit pull for this card only.
But do I have a good chance getting bonus since fine print on offer in mail did not restrict it to new cardholders?
also if I apply for consumer and business cards from Amex same day is that 1 pull or 2?
Post by: Miracle on May 30, 2014, 11:13:00 AM
But do I have a good chance getting bonus since fine print on offer in mail did not restrict it to new cardholders?I doubt chances are good. Read fine print on the site, like it instructed you to do. I think it's 2 pulls, I don't rem though.
also if I apply for consumer and business cards from Amex same day is that 1 pull or 2?
Post by: Joe4007 on May 30, 2014, 11:13:19 AM
also if I apply for consumer and business cards from Amex same day is that 1 pull or 2?1.
Post by: davidd75 on May 30, 2014, 11:34:23 AM
Don't I have a good case?
Post by: davidd75 on May 30, 2014, 11:34:59 AM
1.
are you sure with Amex its like that?
Post by: Miracle on May 30, 2014, 11:39:36 AM
anybody else with past expierence? They must know I just closed this same card last month yet they are still contacting me with offer; even though more terms are on website they are making this offer via mail and those are the terms i have access to now? They are cajoling me to sign up dangling the 50,000 bonus points knowing full well I just had the same card.I get offers for UA as well with the same card, same bonus, even though I still have the card open. I think it's automatic... When you sign up, there are terms and offers you need to "accept" or agree to. Doesn't matter if an email says otherwise.
Don't I have a good case?
Post by: Joe4007 on May 30, 2014, 11:55:43 AM
are you sure with Amex its like that?From the wiki in the 2/3/4BM thread (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=9825.0):
Quote
FAQ:
Q: If I apply for business and consumer cards in the same 3bm will it still only cause one pull? What about mixing credit and charge cards?
A: If you're doing a 3bm with Chase, mixing business and consumer cards will usually cause 2 pulls, but there have been recent reports of only getting one. Though with AMEX, one can mix them together with no worry. In regards to mixing credit and charge cards, it does NOT make a difference, and your credit will only be pulled once.
Post by: davidd75 on May 30, 2014, 12:06:15 PM
Post by: AJK on June 01, 2014, 01:16:50 AM
But do I have a good chance getting bonus since fine print on offer in mail did not restrict it to new cardholders?
also if I apply for consumer and business cards from Amex same day is that 1 pull or 2?
No.
1.
Post by: joey123 on June 11, 2014, 09:40:26 PM
Post by: mod on June 11, 2014, 09:45:19 PM
Has anyone been targeted for a 75K offer and is not using it? Please PM if you do. Thanks+1
Post by: Novo on June 15, 2014, 12:43:14 PM
Is it the best offer available?
Post by: Elchay on June 19, 2014, 09:09:05 PM
Post by: brotha123 on June 19, 2014, 09:10:49 PM
I got an offer on PRG, 50k MR points for spending 1k in 3 months.on .theres a 75k out there
Is it the best offer available?
Post by: Joe4007 on June 19, 2014, 09:19:10 PM
on .theres a 75k out thereOn the PRG or BGR?
Post by: cozmohoot on June 24, 2014, 10:22:14 PM
Post by: cubicles on June 24, 2014, 10:26:31 PM
On the PRG or BGR?brg
Post by: Joe4007 on June 24, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
brgThat's what I thought. But the OP asked about a PRG.
Post by: zw on June 28, 2014, 04:00:57 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on June 28, 2014, 10:20:12 PM
Can I change a prg to a brg without a pull? What about blue to brg, possible?Bump
Post by: AJK on June 29, 2014, 02:15:00 AM
Post by: zw on June 30, 2014, 01:31:23 PM
Post by: zw on June 30, 2014, 01:35:54 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on July 07, 2014, 07:15:21 PM
No. No.Thanks. Can delta biz change to brg?
Post by: Elchay on July 10, 2014, 05:10:01 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on July 10, 2014, 06:31:01 PM
Thanks. Can delta biz change to brg?Bump
Post by: Hamavin on July 13, 2014, 03:29:11 PM
Post by: jaywhy on July 14, 2014, 08:38:15 AM
Post by: Miracle on July 14, 2014, 08:40:01 AM
Post by: Elchay on July 14, 2014, 09:05:40 AM
Got an offer for extended payment option for 5k points. Does anyone know if they do a credit pull when u enroll? Called amex and after getting transferred numerous times they told me they don't know.BUMP
Post by: yitzf on July 14, 2014, 11:07:07 AM
Anyone have a link for the 50k offer?
Are you referring to the Business gold?
IFAIK the personal offer is 25k, but there is a link for a 50k business.
Post by: jaywhy on July 14, 2014, 11:15:26 AM
Are you referring to the Business gold?Wasn't there an offer for a 50k PRG floating around?
IFAIK the personal offer is 25k, but there is a link for a 50k business.
Post by: yitzf on July 14, 2014, 11:30:56 AM
Wasn't there an offer for a 50k PRG floating around?
There was one in Dec.
I could be there is one that I'm not aware of.
Post by: katherine123 on July 14, 2014, 11:46:10 AM
Post by: cubicles on July 16, 2014, 05:42:13 PM
Post by: Novo on July 16, 2014, 08:59:17 PM
just got a new 75k offer in the mail for brgCongrats! For 2k or 5k spend?
Post by: cubicles on July 16, 2014, 10:20:41 PM
Congrats! For 2k or 5k spend?$5k
Post by: cubicles on July 17, 2014, 02:13:40 PM
just got a new 75k offer in the mail for brgand guess what, today i got a 100k business plat. offer
Post by: Novo on July 17, 2014, 03:29:57 PM
and guess what, today i got a 100k business plat. offerWow! Congrats! :D For how much spend?
Post by: chamdena on July 17, 2014, 03:32:53 PM
Post by: cubicles on July 17, 2014, 05:29:56 PM
Wow! Congrats! :D For how much spend?the brg after $5k spend 75k bonus and the business plat. after $10k spend 100k bonus
Post by: thaber on July 28, 2014, 03:49:45 PM
This after a similar pile of the plat biz, 150k after 10k
Post by: Marco Polo on July 28, 2014, 03:51:01 PM
Just got these. Brg 75k, 5k spendI got to get on the list you're on.
This after a similar pile of the plat biz, 150k after 10k
Post by: Miracle on July 28, 2014, 03:54:35 PM
Just got these. Brg 75k, 5k spend (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/29/y7y8ydy5.jpg)Woah
This after a similar pile of the plat biz, 150k after 10k
Post by: NYHeel on August 19, 2014, 03:47:11 PM
However, when I follow Dan's link for the Premier Gold card, it doesn't give me any bonus offer. Just a first year annual fee waiver. There's red letters on the top of the page that says, "You have been identified as a current American Express Card Member. You may have seen an offer advertised for this product previously, but the offer is not available to current American Express Card Members."
Is there just no bonus offer right now or is this just for everybody?
Post by: Novo on August 19, 2014, 03:52:16 PM
I've never had the Premier Gold card before. As a matter of fact I've never had any Amex card with membership rewards. I currently have their blue cash everyday and am an AU on the Blue Sky card.Someone probably used your PC to log in to an Amex account.
However, when I follow Dan's link for the Premier Gold card, it doesn't give me any bonus offer. Just a first year annual fee waiver. There's red letters on the top of the page that says, "You have been identified as a current American Express Card Member. You may have seen an offer advertised for this product previously, but the offer is not available to current American Express Card Members."
Is there just no bonus offer right now or is this just for everybody?
Clear the history or open an incognito page and your good to go...
Post by: NYHeel on August 19, 2014, 03:59:31 PM
Someone probably used your PC to log in to an Amex account.Thanks. That worked. Looks like the current public offer is 25k for 2k of spending. I have an old mailer for 50k for 1k of spending but it expired on 3/31/2014. Do you think they'll allow it? Lastly, can MR points be combined for spouses?
Clear the history or open an incognito page and your good to go...
Thanks
Post by: Novo on August 19, 2014, 04:14:14 PM
Thanks. That worked. Looks like the current public offer is 25k for 2k of spending. I have an old mailer for 50k for 1k of spending but it expired on 3/31/2014. Do you think they'll allow it? Lastly, can MR points be combined for spouses?Online I'm sure it won't work, you can try via phone and you might be lucky.
Thanks
Post by: sam28 on August 19, 2014, 10:45:03 PM
Post by: mawmaw on August 20, 2014, 12:21:12 AM
I just tryed the link it wont work for me I won't to do 2 bbm I got approved for the platinum I would like to do the gold to today ?try on offers for you on amex or creditcards.com i think dan has a referral to creditcards.com
Post by: Azis Papa on August 20, 2014, 12:49:25 AM
Post by: Miracle on August 20, 2014, 12:54:03 AM
My PRG is coming up to the anniversary date next month. I want to avoid paying the AF but I want to keep my MR points. Should I ask to downgrade to an AMEX Everyday card or Blue or what??? Would I be better off if I applied now and hope to get the sign-up bonus and then just cancel PRG? TIAIf you want to keep the MR, you need to apply for a card that gives you MR. Everyday card gives you Dollar Rewards, not MR. If you ask them for an incentive to keep the card open for another year, it might be worth paying the AF.
Post by: Marco Polo on August 20, 2014, 08:59:46 AM
My PRG is coming up to the anniversary date next month. I want to avoid paying the AF but I want to keep my MR points. Should I ask to downgrade to an AMEX Everyday card or Blue or what??? Would I be better off if I applied now and hope to get the sign-up bonus and then just cancel PRG? TIAWhen downgrading, you will not be able to transfer out until you get a "higher earning" MR card. Just something to keep in mind.
Post by: Novo on August 20, 2014, 10:12:42 AM
If you want to keep the MR, you need to apply for a card that gives you MR. Everyday card gives you Dollar Rewards, not MR. If you ask them for an incentive to keep the card open for another year, it might be worth paying the AF.-1, Amex Everyday gives MR.
Post by: thaber on August 20, 2014, 12:43:09 PM
Post by: Miracle on August 20, 2014, 01:37:28 PM
-1, Amex Everyday gives MR.My Mistake. I meant Blue Preferred.
Post by: Boruch999 on August 20, 2014, 03:48:43 PM
When downgrading, you will not be able to transfer out until you get a "higher earning" MR card. Just something to keep in mind.
If you want to keep the MR, you need to apply for a card that gives you MR. Everyday card gives you Dollar Rewards, not MR. If you ask them for an incentive to keep the card open for another year, it might be worth paying the AF.
Some clarification required. Is the following true?
To retain MR points ( avoid losing them when you close a card) you need to have another card which earns MR points.
To transfer MR points to FF programs, you need A Gold card or higher.
Post by: Miracle on August 20, 2014, 03:50:28 PM
Some clarification required. Is the following true?Correct. Unless before closing the card, you transfer the MR to a FF program
To retain MR points ( avoid losing them when you close a card) you need to have another card which earns MR points.
Post by: Novo on August 20, 2014, 04:50:43 PM
Some clarification required. Is the following true?Nope, the no AF Amex Everyday also transfers to miles.
To retain MR points ( avoid losing them when you close a card) you need to have another card which earns MR points.
To transfer MR points to FF programs, you need A Gold card or higher.
Post by: Boruch999 on August 20, 2014, 04:59:23 PM
Nope, the no AF Amex Everyday also transfers to miles.
When downgrading, you will not be able to transfer out until you get a "higher earning" MR card. Just something to keep in mind.
עד שיבא הדדפר השלישי ויכריע ביניהם
Post by: Novo on August 20, 2014, 05:10:34 PM
עד שיבא הדדפר השלישי ויכריע ביניהםNothing to argue www.americanexpress.com
ETA: Added photo. Look at the bottom right.
Post by: Boruch999 on August 20, 2014, 05:40:04 PM
Nothing to argue www.americanexpress.com
ETA: Added photo. Look at the bottom right.
Ok, so I'll be attempting to downgrade my Plat to Everyday. Any issues with that? Charge to credit?
Post by: Novo on August 20, 2014, 05:41:22 PM
Ok, so I'll be attempting to downgrade my Plat to Everyday. Any issues with that? Charge to credit?Can't downgrade from charge to credit.
You can apply for it and you'll earn 10k
Post by: Boruch999 on August 20, 2014, 05:42:33 PM
Post by: Novo on August 20, 2014, 05:43:56 PM
Ok, so how about from my Delta Plat to Everyday?I never had the Delta card but if it's a credit card then it should work.
Post by: Boruch999 on August 20, 2014, 05:45:20 PM
I never had the Delta card but if it's a credit card then it should work.
I've never had it either, it's in the mail :)
Post by: Ephraimh on August 20, 2014, 07:11:21 PM
Post by: mawmaw on August 20, 2014, 10:40:14 PM
Ok, so how about from my Delta Plat to Everyday?AFAIK thy dont let you down grade to every day card from personal experience and some reports here but YMMV wont hurt trying but HUCA is unlikely to help you here
Post by: cubicles on August 21, 2014, 02:01:29 PM
Just got the BRG 75k / $2k spend offerWOW
Post by: Azis Papa on August 22, 2014, 02:53:22 AM
AFAIK thy dont let you down grade to every day card from personal experience and some reports here but YMMV wont hurt trying but HUCA is unlikely to help you hereWhy wouldn't you apply for the card - and get the bonus miles - rather than trying to downgrade? Unless it will screw-up your chances of getting a higher rewards card in the future?
Post by: yoshi on September 13, 2014, 08:55:29 PM
Post by: Joe4007 on September 13, 2014, 09:22:11 PM
Will business prg targeted offer not in my name and not to my address still get me the bonus?Yes (and it's BRG).
Post by: yoshi on September 13, 2014, 09:23:23 PM
Yes (and it's BRG).Thanks. Lol thanks. Was eager when I was asking the question. :)
Post by: TimT on September 13, 2014, 09:25:30 PM
Thanks. Lol thanks. Was eager when I was asking the question. :)What's the highest targeted offer they'll give ?
Post by: yoshi on September 13, 2014, 09:27:28 PM
What's the highest targeted offer they'll give ?No idea. I have 50k
Post by: Myccrabbi on September 13, 2014, 09:29:22 PM
What's the highest targeted offer they'll give ?75k
Post by: TimT on September 13, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
No idea. I have 50kThat's targeted ? Dan's link also offers 50k.
Post by: yoshi on September 13, 2014, 09:36:38 PM
That's targeted ? Dan's link also offers 50k.25k afaik
Post by: TimT on September 13, 2014, 09:39:07 PM
25k afaikClick the link here in the WIKI. It shows 50k for me.
Post by: yoshi on September 13, 2014, 09:40:17 PM
Click the link here in the WIKI. It shows 50k for me.I stand corrected. On the main amex site its 25k so I guess 50k is considered targeted.
Thanks
Post by: VacationLover on September 23, 2014, 07:41:01 PM
Post by: Joe4007 on September 24, 2014, 05:15:25 AM
Is it a new thing that the reword booklet that comes with the Amex Gold has a picture of a Charaidy Yid inside?Nops. Was posted in the pictures thread.
Post by: D93 on September 24, 2014, 05:29:26 AM
Post by: D93 on October 01, 2014, 01:25:04 PM
Quote
Effective 01/01/15 the American Express® Premier Rewards Gold Card will no longer give a 15K point bonus for spending $30,000 in a year.is this even for existing cards or only new cards that applied for after 1/1/15?
Post by: Hershelsdeals on November 07, 2014, 01:54:05 AM
Post by: TimT on November 07, 2014, 02:04:45 AM
If I closed my Amex Gold card before the May 1st Once in a lifetime bonus announcement, can I still get the bonus?If you mean to open a new one & get the bonus, no. That rule is for consumer cards only.
Post by: jblacker on November 07, 2014, 02:57:23 AM
Nops. Was posted in the pictures thread.link?
Post by: Hershelsdeals on November 07, 2014, 06:59:48 AM
If you mean to open a new one & get the bonus, no. That rule is for consumer cards only.I'm taking about consumer, do I get the bonus if I closed before the once in a lifetime bonus announcement?
Post by: TimT on November 07, 2014, 07:34:12 AM
I'm taking about consumer, do I get the bonus if I closed before the once in a lifetime bonus announcement?You won't get the bonus if you open the same kind of consumer card that you closed. Doesn't matter when you closed it.
Post by: @Yehuda on November 13, 2014, 03:10:48 PM
Post by: @Yehuda on November 14, 2014, 09:53:15 AM
If you have/had the PRG does that mean you can't get the bonus for the personal Plat?Bump
Post by: noturbizniss on November 14, 2014, 10:42:44 AM
BumpDepends if T&C say "this card" or "this product" in the app
Post by: @Yehuda on November 14, 2014, 10:58:14 AM
Depends if T&C say "this card" or "this product" in the appSo the goal is to find a 100K Personal Plat offer that says "this card"?
Post by: noturbizniss on November 14, 2014, 11:07:14 AM
So the goal is to find a 100K Personal Plat offer that says "this card"?I think so
Post by: @Yehuda on November 14, 2014, 11:10:15 AM
Post by: yitzf on November 14, 2014, 11:11:59 AM
And the PRG is not the card that's upgrade-able to Plat while getting bonus miles, right? That's the BGR?
Correct
Post by: @Yehuda on November 14, 2014, 01:29:43 PM
CorrectThank you.
Post by: Ydad on December 03, 2014, 01:32:03 PM
Post by: yitzf on December 03, 2014, 01:40:12 PM
Will Amex allow me to have the Plat and Gold cards at the same time?
Yes
Post by: Ydad on December 03, 2014, 01:46:19 PM
Post by: @Yehuda on December 03, 2014, 02:04:19 PM
YesBut if I understand correctly, you won't get the bonus on both cards if one is active while applying for the other.
Post by: Ydad on December 03, 2014, 02:14:22 PM
But if I understand correctly, you won't get the bonus on both cards if one is active while applying for the other.So I have to apply for the EveryDay card, then shut down the plat, and then open the gold in order to get both bonuses?
Post by: @Yehuda on December 03, 2014, 03:09:15 PM
So I have to apply for the EveryDay card, then shut down the plat, and then open the gold in order to get both bonuses?Not sure the details. Opening ED will keep your points active, but I don't know the details of getting both bonuses. I heard you need to wait 30 days, but I dk anything for sure.
Post by: Ydad on December 03, 2014, 03:21:08 PM
Not sure the details. Opening ED will keep your points active, but I don't know the details of getting both bonuses. I heard you need to wait 30 days, but I dk anything for sure.Thanx.
Post by: noturbizniss on December 03, 2014, 03:24:30 PM
Not sure the details. Opening ED will keep your points active, but I don't know the details of getting both bonuses. I heard you need to wait 30 days, but I dk anything for sure.depends on wether they are considered same "product" or not, and what the terms of the offer are. I believe, and CMIIAW, that you can 2 BM and get the bonuses (I know you can do with business).
Post by: @Yehuda on December 03, 2014, 03:29:09 PM
depends on wether they are considered same "product" or not, and what the terms of the offer are. I believe, and CMIIAW, that you can 2 BM and get the bonuses (I know you can do with business).Yeah, I was told the 2BM would work but that already having one open and going for the other can be an issue.
Post by: cozmohoot on December 03, 2014, 04:05:43 PM
brg says i could not have the same product in the last 12 months.
bizplat i need to call in since i cant do it online
Post by: normaly2345 on December 03, 2014, 07:30:43 PM
Post by: Ydad on December 03, 2014, 09:04:27 PM
Not sure the details. Opening ED will keep your points active, but I don't know the details of getting both bonuses. I heard you need to wait 30 days, but I dk anything for sure.Can I use a mail offer for someone else? Or is it tied to the person to whom the offer was sent.
Post by: NYHeel on December 08, 2014, 01:02:12 PM
Can I use a mail offer for someone else? Or is it tied to the person to whom the offer was sent.I got an offer mailed to my house for 50k on the PRG for a prior owner of the house. (They lived here 15+ years ago and are not even the person I bought the house from.) THe website isn't letting me change the name after putting in the invite code. Any way to get around this issue?
Post by: cozmohoot on December 08, 2014, 05:01:25 PM
I got an offer mailed to my house for 50k on the PRG for a prior owner of the house. (They lived here 15+ years ago and are not even the person I bought the house from.) THe website isn't letting me change the name after putting in the invite code. Any way to get around this issue?call
Post by: thaber on December 09, 2014, 07:12:58 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on December 09, 2014, 07:19:04 PM
Post by: etech0 on December 09, 2014, 09:03:10 PM
Post by: @Yehuda on December 09, 2014, 09:06:38 PM
Why is this in the PRG thread? You got me all excited...Look at the wiki. I think this thread is for PRG and BGR.
Post by: thaber on December 09, 2014, 09:07:45 PM
Why is this in the PRG thread? You got me all excited...There's one combined thread AFAIK, which is why I specified the brg
Post by: noturbizniss on December 09, 2014, 09:07:47 PM
Look at the wiki. I think this thread is for PRG and BGR.DROTW
Post by: etech0 on December 09, 2014, 09:07:53 PM
Look at the wiki. I think this thread is for PRG and BGR.my bad
Post by: D93 on January 12, 2015, 04:53:21 AM
Post by: SearchGuy on January 17, 2015, 11:42:01 PM
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/25330
Post by: jstu on January 18, 2015, 12:30:37 AM
Post by: Jay s on January 18, 2015, 12:52:41 AM
Thanks, been looking for an offer like this for weeks. Now I'm just contemplating if I should do 2bm for a starwood card, never had one of those before.For sure for sure for sure
Post by: yitzyul on January 18, 2015, 12:59:07 AM
Just came across this link, open in private mode for a 50K/1K offer
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/25330
Shoots I just opened this credit card a few weeks ago. Anyway for me to get them to match. (The points didn't post yet)
Post by: brotha123 on January 18, 2015, 02:42:01 AM
Just came across this link, open in private mode for a 50K/1K offershowing 25k for me in incognito ,which browser did you use???
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/25330
Post by: TimT on January 18, 2015, 02:45:18 AM
showing 25k for me+1
Post by: SearchGuy on January 18, 2015, 04:44:09 AM
Post by: SearchGuy on January 18, 2015, 11:17:34 AM
I used Firefox, you might wanna try closing the window and try againUpdate: works
Post by: D93 on January 18, 2015, 01:06:46 PM
Post by: Ephcc90 on January 18, 2015, 02:29:00 PM
Update: worksThank you!!!
Post by: AharonInIsrael on January 18, 2015, 02:44:05 PM
Thanks!
Post by: nobiggy on January 18, 2015, 02:58:57 PM
Post by: sammy n on January 19, 2015, 08:35:20 AM
Post by: TimT on January 19, 2015, 08:37:19 AM
Is the 50k with 1k spend dead?Have you tried chrome incognito, Firefox ?
Post by: sammy n on January 19, 2015, 02:04:08 PM
Have you tried chrome incognito, Firefox ?Yes. Anyone else finding it still?
Post by: AharonInIsrael on January 20, 2015, 10:54:58 AM
Yes. Anyone else finding it still?I still see it- first try on Chrome Incognito
Post by: Ydad on January 20, 2015, 02:01:55 PM
Post by: 12HRS on January 20, 2015, 02:58:44 PM
Post by: mcorn11 on January 23, 2015, 02:46:01 AM
App says only if you are not a card member. Does that mean any Amex card? If so I'm definitely not eligible. ;)
I have SPG Business.
Can I still get it?
Post by: TimT on January 23, 2015, 02:49:25 AM
I have SPG Business.Sure. Premier Gold & Starwood are 2 different products.
Can I still get it?
Post by: mcorn11 on January 23, 2015, 02:50:30 AM
Sure. It's 2 different products.
Whats the best AMEX to 2BM this with?
Post by: MoMD on January 23, 2015, 03:41:50 AM
wasn't working for me in chrome incognito. found it in chrome regular, go figure.
Just got it in chrome incognito. Is the best thing just to spend the 1k get the 50k MR, transfer to AMEX everyday, and then close the premier gold to avoid annual fee but still maintain the MR points??
Post by: TimT on January 23, 2015, 08:07:40 AM
Just got it in chrome incognito. Is the best thing just to spend the 1k get the 50k MR, transfer to AMEX everyday, and then close the premier gold to avoid annual fee but still maintain the MR points??Fee is waived the first year.
Post by: Baruch on January 23, 2015, 08:50:01 AM
Post by: D93 on January 23, 2015, 08:57:20 AM
If you currently have a plat, but never had a gold, can you got the bonus?Yes
Post by: MoMD on January 23, 2015, 11:12:52 AM
Fee is waived the first year.
Thanks! I guess I am thinking 11 months ahead since I have the everyday card already :)
Post by: Boruch999 on January 24, 2015, 04:09:42 PM
Just came across this link, open in private mode for a 50K/1K offer
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/25330
Got it! Thanks!
Was pending, called new accounts, he put me on hold for a few minutes and told me it was approved. Said I would get the card in 2-3 days. Email said "Your Card Application has been Rush Approved!" Never got that before. This is my fourth open card with Amex.
Later that day I applied for SPG. New accounts says it's on hold for 3-5 days, but I got an email saying "I've reached the maximum number of cards they approve in a few months." New accounts said it was flagged as a duplicate and sent to underwriting. The status page changed from canceled to in progress.
Post by: Ydad on January 28, 2015, 02:59:52 PM
Post by: dealfinder85 on January 28, 2015, 03:32:43 PM
What happened to this link? https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/36500 just worked for me. 50k for 1k spend. (Opened in chrome incognito)i tried it and it worked, but i had prg a few years ago so i probably wouldnt get hte bonus
Post by: beeweegee on January 28, 2015, 09:25:58 PM
i tried it and it worked, but i had prg a few years ago so i probably wouldnt get hte bonusDid you try it recently? I just tried, showing 25k.
Post by: dealfinder85 on January 28, 2015, 09:28:36 PM
Did you try it recently? I just tried, showing 25k.Today I clicked the link in incognito and it showed 50
Post by: reed on January 28, 2015, 10:09:53 PM
Post by: TimT on January 28, 2015, 10:10:43 PM
Just got approved using the 50k/1k spend link. I linked it my other amex online account (for my spg), Is that bad, will that prevent me from getting the bonus?no
Post by: beeweegee on January 28, 2015, 11:03:26 PM
Today I clicked the link in incognito and it showed 50Very strange, I keep getting 25k. What am I doing wrong?
Post by: TimT on January 28, 2015, 11:04:52 PM
Very strange, I keep getting 25k. What am I doing wrong?Keep trying. Maybe different browsers
Post by: Geshmak25 on January 28, 2015, 11:13:16 PM
Post by: beeweegee on January 28, 2015, 11:34:44 PM
Keep trying. Maybe different browsersJust got it on Firefox. Wasnt working on Chrome. Thanks.
Post by: reed on January 29, 2015, 01:31:21 AM
Post by: Boruch999 on January 29, 2015, 01:56:28 AM
Why isn't this DDMS worthy?
Because Dan doesn't have an affiliate link for it (yet?)
Post by: tjak on January 29, 2015, 03:28:07 AM
Because Dan doesn't have an affiliate link for it (yet?)But you have to supply your readers with good material even if your not gonna make money on it this time.
Post by: jblacker on January 29, 2015, 06:34:13 AM
But you have to supply your readers with good material even if your not gonna make money on it this time.HAHAHAHAHA :o
Post by: reed on January 29, 2015, 08:55:29 AM
Post by: ariIs on January 30, 2015, 03:25:59 PM
What happened to this link? https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/36500 just worked for me. 50k for 1k spend. (Opened in chrome incognito)
The language there says existing card members (of any Amex?) may not be eligible for this.
Anyone get the bonus if they have other Amex cards?
Post by: TimT on January 30, 2015, 03:26:52 PM
The language there says existing card members (of any Amex?) may not be eligible for this.If you never had this specific card you'll get the bonus.
Anyone get the bonus if they have other Amex cards?
Post by: Miracle on January 31, 2015, 11:27:49 AM
thanks
Post by: D93 on January 31, 2015, 11:57:24 AM
I just got an offer for the Amex Premier Gold BIZ card, if I sign up before April, I get 75k for spending $5k within 3 months. I had/closed this card over a year ago - will I still get the 75k after the spend?yes
thanks
Post by: Miracle on January 31, 2015, 12:01:08 PM
Post by: TimT on January 31, 2015, 06:22:50 PM
I just got an offer for the Amex Premier Gold BIZ card, if I sign up before April, I get 75k for spending $5k within 3 months. I had/closed this card over a year ago - will I still get the 75k after the spend?The biz cards are once every 12 months.
thanks
Post by: jedderai on January 31, 2015, 11:07:19 PM
Post by: TimT on January 31, 2015, 11:20:01 PM
Got same offer. I am actually holding off till end of March bc I become eligible for another SPG. Am I able to get both Gold and SPG?Sure. Gold & Starwood are 2 different products.
Post by: yuguy on February 12, 2015, 04:44:21 PM
I know there are some T&C regarding "same family of card" for AMEX cards--correct? Is it possible to 2bm the BRG and PRG? Or does that not work as they are the same family?
Another scenario: You apply for the BRG, and then business platinum--does that count as the "the same family of card", or two diff products?
Post by: D93 on February 12, 2015, 05:51:57 PM
Searched this and the BRG thread, so hope this is the right place:
I know there are some T&C regarding "same family of card" for AMEX cards--correct? Is it possible to 2bm the BRG and PRG? Or does that not work as they are the same family?
It will work
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Another scenario: You apply for the BRG, and then business platinum--does that count as the "the same family of card", or two diff products?
Contrary to popular belief, it is actually 2 different products! But hey, why let fact get in your way :P
Post by: yuguy on February 12, 2015, 09:50:15 PM
It will work
Contrary to popular belief, it is actually 2 different products! But hey, why let fact get in your way :P
Going to gave to try this soon then. Thank you!
Post by: cozmohoot on February 14, 2015, 07:46:23 PM
Post by: yuguy on February 16, 2015, 12:39:39 PM
Post by: cozmohoot on February 16, 2015, 06:37:51 PM
Edit. Keep trying new incognito pages.
Post by: Hershelsdeals on February 16, 2015, 06:42:33 PM
Keep refreshingCall American Express and give them the promo code/ or application code or whatever it's called on the online application, they should be able to change it to 75K for 10k spend. I did it.
Edit. Keep trying new incognito pages.
Post by: Hershelsdeals on February 16, 2015, 06:42:51 PM
Call American Express and give them the promo code/ or application code or whatever it's called on the online application, they should be able to change it to 75K for 10k spend. I did it.
Any working 50K links out there? Tried incognito, refresh, multiple times and nothing.
Post by: hvaces42 on February 22, 2015, 08:46:12 AM
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/52862
Post by: Tzvi s on February 22, 2015, 03:30:02 PM
Call American Express and give them the promo code/ or application code or whatever it's called on the online application, they should be able to change it to 75K for 10k spend. I did it.hi I'm under 21 is there a way that I could do that because officially you have to be 21 to apply on the phone with.amex? thanks!
Post by: hvaces42 on February 25, 2015, 12:04:47 PM
Seems like Amex forgot to discontinue the 15k MR bonus for $30k in spend on PRG. Just got the bonus for 2015. Anyone else get this bonus?BUMP
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/52862
Post by: Boruch999 on February 25, 2015, 06:47:51 PM
Post by: milechazzer on February 26, 2015, 02:04:07 AM
Some one with BRG, approaching 1st year anniversary = AF. Lives in Israel, so doesn't is it much. He has a very thin CR. Is it downgrade-able? Other ideas?
Whats the PRG card downgradeable to? Is the green card the only option? Any way to convert PRG to a credit card or anything with free add'l cards?
thx
Post by: Feivish on February 26, 2015, 03:41:57 PM
That's some good news from Amex for a change.
http://thepointsguy.com/2015/02/amex-premier-rewards-gold-new-benefits-and-increased-fee/
Post by: rots5 on February 26, 2015, 04:04:42 PM
http://about.americanexpress.com/news/pr/2015/amex-adds-benefits-premier-rewards-gold-card.aspx?linkId=12585057
Post by: AJK on February 26, 2015, 04:19:36 PM
At $195/yr with a $100 airline reimbursement (effectively $95/yr like the Chase SP) + no forex, 2x at restaurants and the same 3x from airlines, this card becomes quite the competitor.
Post by: Dan on February 26, 2015, 04:25:35 PM
Wow. I have to say AmEx just slapped Chase upside the head.+SBS
At $195/yr with a $100 airline reimbursement (effectively $95/yr like the Chase SP) + no forex, 2x at restaurants and the same 3x from airlines, this card becomes quite the competitor.
Post by: coralsnake on February 26, 2015, 04:26:35 PM
+SBS+All Amex Offers
Post by: dealfinder85 on February 26, 2015, 04:26:52 PM
+SBSdont AU cards cost money?
(i know you can still subtract off $30)
Post by: rots5 on February 26, 2015, 04:30:52 PM
dont AU cards cost money?not the first 5
(i know you can still subtract off $30)
Post by: ilherman on February 26, 2015, 04:44:33 PM
Post by: keemster26 on February 26, 2015, 04:46:39 PM
Post by: peacenlove613 on February 26, 2015, 04:47:10 PM
Post by: Aj3042 on February 26, 2015, 05:21:55 PM
Post by: tjak on February 26, 2015, 05:24:04 PM
Post by: D93 on February 26, 2015, 05:26:56 PM
Are these changes on old cards also, or just for new accounts?Old cards as well.
Post by: noturbizniss on February 26, 2015, 05:51:48 PM
Seems like Amex forgot to discontinue the 15k MR bonus for $30k in spend on PRG. Just got the bonus for 2015. Anyone else get this bonus?DDMS shout out http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/62092
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/52862
Post by: Chapshnell on February 26, 2015, 05:55:50 PM
3 x on flights is awesome, 1 more than the sapphire gives
They matched the sapphire at restaurants & ink plus for 2 x at gas.
MR points IMO are worth more than UR. When I say worth I mean more options to transfer + 40% bonus to BA for example
+ SBS + Amex Offers.
Instant awesome
Post by: hvaces42 on February 26, 2015, 07:35:42 PM
DDMS shout out http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/62092Plus an HT...I can officially shed the newbie status. I have arrived. Be afraid...be very afraid.
Post by: hvaces42 on February 26, 2015, 07:37:57 PM
This card after the SPG for general spending just became my favorite.Does supermarket spend still stay at 2x? If so, thats 2x on $500 GC's making RC loads with debit that much more lucrative if you dont have Ink.
3 x on flights is awesome, 1 more than the sapphire gives
They matched the sapphire at restaurants & ink plus for 2 x at gas.
MR points IMO are worth more than UR. When I say worth I mean more options to transfer + 40% bonus to BA for example
+ SBS + Amex Offers.
Instant awesome
Post by: etech0 on February 26, 2015, 08:26:04 PM
Does supermarket spend still stay at 2x? If so, thats 2x on $500 GC's making RC loads with debit that much more lucrative if you dont have Ink.Is there a limit on the bonus spending for this card?
Post by: milechazzer on February 26, 2015, 10:25:11 PM
Post by: Chapshnell on February 26, 2015, 10:30:20 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on February 26, 2015, 11:01:13 PM
Is there a limit on the bonus spending for this card?Nope
Post by: milechazzer on February 26, 2015, 11:56:47 PM
Depending how many au's you add but I can hear that argument. I rather have a prg & load up on other cards with au's unless you really wanna be a "chazzer"
Chazzers get fat, hogs get slaughtered 8)
Better off spreading out your AUs over multiple accounts.
Post by: Dan on February 27, 2015, 12:00:31 AM
Considering that Amex seems to limit how many personal card accounts you can have at one time, and you cant get more than 5 add'l cards on a PRG account without paying more $$, it would seem to me that the benefits of having as many add'l cards as you want (for SBS purposes) on a cheaper personal card, far outweighs the benefits that come with PRG.You're very confused.
You can have 4 AMEX credit cards regardless of personal or business.
You can have unlimited charge cards.
Post by: maxie m on February 27, 2015, 12:29:57 AM
You're very confused.so you can have both a prg and a plat simultaneously then? And get the bonuses?
You can have 4 AMEX credit cards regardless of personal or business.
You can have unlimited charge cards.
Post by: hvaces42 on February 27, 2015, 12:34:43 AM
so you can have both a prg and a plat simultaneously then? And get the bonuses?Personal...YES!!! Got both in August. Done with Plat cancelled. Milking PRG and happy to have it with new changes.
Post by: maxie m on February 27, 2015, 12:40:11 AM
Personal...YES!!! Got both in August. Done with Plat cancelled. Milking PRG and happy to have it with new changes.nice, thanks!
Post by: Boruch999 on February 27, 2015, 02:45:30 AM
Post by: D93 on February 27, 2015, 02:51:11 AM
Do these changes apply to BRG?No
Post by: Emkay on February 27, 2015, 06:57:16 AM
so you can have both a prg and a plat simultaneously then? And get the bonuses?I still can't figure out why people would assume not
Post by: D93 on February 27, 2015, 07:30:39 AM
I still can't figure out why people would assume notAnd why this question needs to be asked week after week after week without fail
Post by: zek on February 27, 2015, 07:52:50 AM
Post by: maxie m on February 27, 2015, 09:30:48 AM
Post by: maxie m on February 27, 2015, 09:48:34 AM
And why this question needs to be asked week after week after week without failchill out a one word answer yes/no would be much easier for you, no need to waste your time ;)
Post by: hvaces42 on February 27, 2015, 10:15:13 AM
I still can't figure out why people would assume notI believe its because you cant have them both as business cards.
Post by: D93 on February 27, 2015, 10:23:57 AM
I believe its because you cant have them both as business cards.100% WRONG
Post by: rots5 on February 27, 2015, 10:26:55 AM
Post by: D93 on February 27, 2015, 10:28:08 AM
if i currently have the plat can i get the bonus on the PRG if i sign up (never had a prg)Yes, it's 2 completely different products.
Post by: ilherman on February 27, 2015, 10:59:00 AM
Post by: hvaces42 on February 27, 2015, 11:05:16 AM
Guys, calm down! There WAS some kind of rule that if you had the PRG in the past three months you were not eligible for the bonus of the platinum.Thank you. I thought i was the crazy one. This keeps on coming up and getting answered the same way.
Post by: rots5 on February 27, 2015, 11:27:21 AM
Yes, it's 2 completely different products.Thanks
Post by: maxie m on February 27, 2015, 11:32:34 AM
Thank you. I thought i was the crazy one. This keeps on coming up and getting answered the same way.+1
Post by: davidd75 on February 27, 2015, 11:37:23 AM
Post by: milechazzer on February 27, 2015, 11:41:24 AM
You're very confused.
You can have 4 AMEX credit cards regardless of personal or business.
You can have unlimited charge cards.
Good point. Then I guess the question is whether I'm better off maintaining a business gold card or other business card for the same or lower annual fee, along with free AUs
Post by: @Yehuda on March 01, 2015, 06:43:27 PM
Post by: MC on March 01, 2015, 06:54:06 PM
Anyone have a 75K BGR offer?Still the wrong thread. Try here (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=14451)
Post by: @Yehuda on March 01, 2015, 06:58:09 PM
Still the wrong thread. Try here (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=14451)Negative. This thread works for both cards. See wiki.
Post by: Emkay on March 02, 2015, 02:10:47 AM
Anyone have a 75K BGR offer?I'll take one also if anybody has
Post by: booyaa on March 10, 2015, 01:36:11 PM
Seems like Amex forgot to discontinue the 15k MR bonus for $30k in spend on PRG. Just got the bonus for 2015. Anyone else get this bonus?
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/52862
Anyone else? Trying to decide whether to put spend on this or not.
Post by: sb613 on March 10, 2015, 05:30:18 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on March 10, 2015, 05:34:46 PM
If I open 2 gold biz the same day for 2 biz. Will I get both sign up bonuses?You should.
Post by: Boruch999 on March 10, 2015, 06:11:50 PM
Post by: booyaa on March 10, 2015, 06:38:30 PM
Number on the back of the card for PRG please? TIA
1800-327-2177
Post by: beeweegee on March 11, 2015, 09:30:14 AM
Post by: rots5 on March 11, 2015, 01:01:56 PM
You should.You sure?!
Post by: hvaces42 on March 18, 2015, 08:54:57 PM
Post by: Boruch999 on March 26, 2015, 05:36:35 PM
Quote
Earn 75,000 Points
As a valued Card Member, you've been pre-approved to apply for the Business Gold Rewards Card with a welcome offer to earn 75,000 points. Terms apply.
What does that mean?
Post by: D93 on March 26, 2015, 05:50:33 PM
Got this in my offers:Nothing
What does that mean?
Post by: Boruch999 on March 26, 2015, 06:21:07 PM
Post by: Mendy1414 on March 26, 2015, 06:50:48 PM
If I open 2 gold biz the same day for 2 biz. Will I get both sign up bonuses?
I personally just did in the past month and ahalf a 2BM for Gold biz 2 different companies and I'm now 150,000 points richer.
Post by: nobiggy on March 29, 2015, 12:01:11 AM
I personally just did in the past month and ahalf a 2BM for Gold biz 2 different companies and I'm now 150,000 points richer.Both/Any of of them had TIN#?
Post by: keemster26 on March 30, 2015, 02:38:29 PM
Post by: Dan on March 30, 2015, 02:40:40 PM
And I've been vindicated. The changes to the 15k MR for $30k in spend goes away January 1, 2016. The changes are on this months statement.Nothing on my March statement.
Post by: Marco Polo on March 30, 2015, 02:41:00 PM
My annual fee just hit. What are my downgrading options?Call to see if you can get retention.
Post by: keemster26 on March 30, 2015, 02:47:17 PM
Call to see if you can get retention.Is 15k worthit?
Post by: Marco Polo on March 30, 2015, 02:47:53 PM
Is 15k worthit?Decent offer. Plus, if you will use it on SBS, can make it even better.
Post by: keemster26 on March 30, 2015, 02:48:42 PM
Decent offer. Plus, if you will use it on SBS, can make it even better.True dat
Post by: alt123 on March 30, 2015, 02:56:39 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on March 30, 2015, 02:57:25 PM
Where can I find the 75k offer?I think that is a business one. See that wiki.
Post by: alt123 on March 30, 2015, 04:13:03 PM
I think that is a business one. See that wiki.The wiki offer is only 75k.
Post by: Thingywingy on March 30, 2015, 10:06:28 PM
Post by: D93 on March 30, 2015, 10:06:58 PM
Is there a 50k for gold personal?Yes, it exists.
Post by: Thingywingy on March 30, 2015, 10:08:10 PM
Yes, it exists.Where can I find it?
Post by: D93 on March 30, 2015, 10:13:10 PM
Where can I find it?In a mailbox.
Post by: hvaces42 on March 30, 2015, 10:49:02 PM
Nothing on my March statement.It was in the notes about the June changes including the AF increase and the $100 airline credit.
Post by: chinagel on April 12, 2015, 02:36:55 AM
Post by: TimT on April 12, 2015, 02:45:24 AM
on the application it says not available because I'm a current cardholder is that anything to worry aboutIf its the personal card if you have or had it you won't get the signup bonus.
Post by: keemster26 on April 12, 2015, 02:46:07 AM
Post by: D93 on April 12, 2015, 07:53:45 AM
My annual fee hit about a month ago. Retention is only offering me 2500 just for being a customer and 5000 after spending 1k. Can I take the offer and then cancel before 60 days? Will I still get the annual fee back if I cancel w/ in 60 days?Yes. Yes.
Post by: asd on April 12, 2015, 10:14:11 AM
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/
if that doesnt work use this http://www.creditcards.com/b/?aid=ff0d09e8&bid=435130e64a07ee61 and follow instructions
Post by: D93 on April 12, 2015, 10:28:49 AM
Here is a 50k personal gold link, MUST use on INCOGNITO
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/
Showing 25k for me.
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if that doesnt work use this http://www.creditcards.com/b/?aid=ff0d09e8&bid=435130e64a07ee61 and follow instructionsNot everyone gets targeted through creditcards.com
Post by: TimT on April 12, 2015, 10:46:00 AM
Here is a 50k personal gold link, MUST use on INCOGNITONot showing 50k for me.
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/
if that doesnt work use this http://www.creditcards.com/b/?aid=ff0d09e8&bid=435130e64a07ee61 and follow instructions
Post by: avromie7 on April 12, 2015, 10:55:44 AM
Not showing 50k for me.keep trying incognito
Post by: Chapshnell on April 12, 2015, 12:38:56 PM
Post by: Dave A on April 12, 2015, 12:49:55 PM
I got 50,000 in incognito. after $1k in spend
Anyone have success calling to match (if recently received the card) or does that not work with AMEX? (Sorry, I'm new...)
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 12, 2015, 12:51:04 PM
Anyone have success calling to match (if recently received the card) or does that not work with AMEX? (Sorry, I'm new...)AMEX doesn't match offers.
Post by: solls108 on April 12, 2015, 04:46:02 PM
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 12, 2015, 05:17:38 PM
Received PRG offer today. Spend $1k, 50k points.MAZEL TOV !!!!
Post by: Aj3042 on April 12, 2015, 05:27:46 PM
MAZEL TOV !!!!Boy or girl?
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 12, 2015, 05:54:57 PM
Boy or girl?boy
Post by: nobiggy on April 13, 2015, 07:16:22 AM
Post by: TimT on April 13, 2015, 08:01:26 AM
What's the best offer possible to get for the Premier Gold(I don't mean current)?IIRC there's been 75k offer in the past.
Post by: EJB on April 13, 2015, 08:06:12 AM
boy
Where and whens the bris?
Post by: AharonInIsrael on April 13, 2015, 08:32:33 AM
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 13, 2015, 08:46:17 AM
was already
Where and whens the bris?
Post by: shmooz on April 13, 2015, 05:17:54 PM
Post by: Chapshnell on April 13, 2015, 05:33:58 PM
Post by: shmooz on April 13, 2015, 05:40:32 PM
U can upgrade to plat. Ive seen a 30,000 offer somewhere. Not sure its the smart move though
whats the downside? that cant apply for plat?
but if you already had plat anyway you cant apply (at least i dont know how)
if you have a link would be appreciated.
Post by: Chapshnell on April 13, 2015, 05:52:25 PM
Post by: booyaa on April 13, 2015, 06:08:37 PM
I have a PRG up for annual fee, am i correct that there is no upgrading to Plat and nothing to get out of it other than retention?
I have been targeted through email for an upgrade to Platinum for 50,000 points after $3000. Seem to get the targeted email every 2 months, with deadline extended each time. My annual will be due in August and I plan on jumping on it before then, giving that I've already had the straight sign-up for Platinum already a few years back.
Post by: Malachi on April 13, 2015, 11:35:20 PM
I have been targeted through email for an upgrade to Platinum for 50,000 points after $3000. Seem to get the targeted email every 2 months, with deadline extended each time. My annual will be due in August and I plan on jumping on it before then, giving that I've already had the straight sign-up for Platinum already a few years back.they give points for upgrading on the Personal gold card?
Post by: Chapshnell on April 14, 2015, 12:02:23 AM
Post by: booyaa on April 14, 2015, 12:08:41 AM
yep, there is a link out there somewhere.. ive only seen 30,000 but poster above says hes seen a 50,000 offer
Right, the link is https://www304.americanexpress.com/personal-card-application/upgrade/dem/platinum-charge-card/?rsvp=##############&zipcode=#########
With the RSVP and Zipcode filled in in the URL, the page prefills my PRG info and asks for 4-digit security code for verification to proceed.
Post by: benjie1305 on April 15, 2015, 02:29:17 PM
Post by: eli18 on April 15, 2015, 04:58:58 PM
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 15, 2015, 05:00:56 PM
The incognito 50K personal gold still working for some? Tried it now and it didn't work.I just got it on on safari, but it only gives me option to log into my account. When I try to log in a system error message pop ups.
Post by: eli18 on April 15, 2015, 05:02:31 PM
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 15, 2015, 05:25:09 PM
Post by: D93 on April 15, 2015, 05:55:08 PM
Is it less likely to work on my phone then on a computer ?I've found it to be the opposite.
Post by: beeweegee on April 15, 2015, 06:59:18 PM
I've found it to be the opposite.I find that it works much more often on computer. YMMV, i guess.
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 15, 2015, 08:03:36 PM
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/ used this on private in googleI just used the above link in incognito on a laptop. I got an offer for 50,000 bonus miles after $1000 spend
Post by: beeweegee on April 15, 2015, 08:20:51 PM
I just used the above link in incognito on a laptop. I got an offer for 50,000 bonus miles after $1000 spendSame here.
Post by: Myccrabbi on April 15, 2015, 08:28:28 PM
yes i just got yesterday+1
Post by: clear thinker on April 15, 2015, 10:02:38 PM
I just got it on on safari, but it only gives me option to log into my account. When I try to log in a system error message pop ups."Our systems are currently down" error?
Post by: rileywiles23 on April 15, 2015, 10:55:44 PM
"Our systems are currently down" error?Yes, but it worked on my computer.
Post by: clear thinker on April 16, 2015, 12:05:22 AM
Yes, but it worked on my computer.Tried phone & computer doesn't work.
Can it come around later?
Post by: clear thinker on April 16, 2015, 12:07:39 AM
whoever is interested let me know please.
Post by: benjie1305 on April 16, 2015, 08:54:44 AM
I'm willing to trade a Business Platinum 150k for 20k spend or a platinum 100k for 10 k spend for a good PRG RSVP.
whoever is interested let me know please.
Different links in this thread that seem to be working for many depending on browser/incognito/etc.
Have you tried it yet? On a side note, feel free to share your offers with your second family as well :)
Post by: clear thinker on April 16, 2015, 10:34:44 AM
Different links in this thread that seem to be working for many depending on browser/incognito/etc.So far nothing has worked in incognito on Internet Explorer or Chrome.
Have you tried it yet? On a side note, feel free to share your offers with your second family as well :)
Sure we always do such things. ...
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=7806.msg1109805.msg#1109805
Post by: benjie1305 on April 16, 2015, 10:52:35 AM
So far nothing has worked in incognito on Internet Explorer or Chrome.
Sure we always do such things. ...
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=7806.msg1109805.msg#1109805
Toda Raba and keep trying. It took me a while but then it suddenly popped up once. Have you tried phone vs computer?
Post by: clear thinker on April 16, 2015, 11:15:26 AM
Toda Raba and keep trying. It took me a while but then it suddenly popped up once. Have you tried phone vs computer?Yep both, but I'll definitely take your advice.
Post by: AJK on April 16, 2015, 11:48:15 AM
Post by: benjie1305 on April 20, 2015, 09:25:10 AM
Post by: D93 on April 20, 2015, 09:38:38 AM
50K also worth doing now or should I wait for anything better than this?Business or Personal?
Post by: benjie1305 on April 20, 2015, 09:40:29 AM
Business or Personal?
Personal Premier Rewards Gold for 50K/1k in incognito.
Post by: D93 on April 20, 2015, 09:45:27 AM
Personal Premier Rewards Gold for 50K/1k in incognito.That's the best it gets.
Post by: hvaces42 on April 20, 2015, 11:06:04 AM
So have we confirmed the additional 15K after $30K is still in effect for 2015?I got it. Look at your February, MArch or April PRG statement. It should show up in the legalese about program changes effective in June.
Post by: AJK on April 20, 2015, 01:37:28 PM
Post by: Hellokitty64 on April 20, 2015, 03:42:14 PM
So have we confirmed the additional 15K after $30K is still in effect for 2015?I got it too and was told by a rep when I inquired before I got it that I'll get it. This was after 3 reps and twitter kept telling me that it was over and there was nothing they could do to give it to me.
Post by: ariIs on April 20, 2015, 03:49:39 PM
That's the best it gets.
I also got a 50k/1k offer in incognito window, but there's language like this:
Quote
If we identify you as currently having an American Express® Card account, you may not be eligible for this welcome bonus offer. This offer is also not available to applicants who have or have had this product.I do have other amex cards, but never had PRG. Does this generally get honored if I have a different card?
Post by: D93 on April 20, 2015, 03:55:49 PM
I also got a 50k/1k offer in incognito window, but there's language like this:I do have other amex cards, but never had PRG. Does this generally get honored if I have a different card?Yes.
Post by: ariIs on April 20, 2015, 03:59:22 PM
Yes.
Thanks!
Post by: Marco Polo on April 21, 2015, 11:33:28 AM
Post by: TimT on April 21, 2015, 11:36:30 AM
Not sure if this was mentioned, but looks like there will be a $100 airline credit for this card.Yup
Amex PRG to add $100 airline credit and no foreign transaction fees and some other benefits as of 6/1/15.
That's some good news from Amex for a change.
http://thepointsguy.com/2015/02/amex-premier-rewards-gold-new-benefits-and-increased-fee/
Post by: hvaces42 on April 21, 2015, 11:49:57 AM
Not sure if this was mentioned, but looks like there will be a $100 airline credit for this card.
Repost
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/62092
Post by: zer0k1 on April 21, 2015, 12:07:35 PM
Post by: D93 on April 21, 2015, 12:09:54 PM
So have we confirmed the additional 15K after $30K is still in effect for 2015?Yes (just posted today).
Post by: shwarmabob on April 21, 2015, 03:21:06 PM
Post by: avromie7 on April 21, 2015, 10:06:16 PM
Yes (just posted today).Did you get the card this year?
Does that even make a difference?
Post by: AJK on April 22, 2015, 12:14:34 AM
Yes (just posted today).
Thanks. Looking forward to my bonus.
Beside the signup bonus, is there any advantage to this card over any regular Amex card? purchase protection is the same for all other AMEX, even the lowly Costco one. What am I missing? What I am trying to figure out that why does this card have a higher fee than other Amexes?
I'd argue that this one of, if not the, card to beat come June 1.
Excellent category bonuses, no forex fees, and all the attendant Amex benefits makes this card a real winner.
Post by: Super Speed on April 22, 2015, 12:17:14 AM
Thanks. Looking forward to my bonus.Wish this card had the lost item protection that the Platinum has.
I'd argue that this one of, if not the, card to beat come June 1.
Excellent category bonuses, no forex fees, and all the attendant Amex benefits makes this card a real winner.
Post by: D93 on April 22, 2015, 01:54:26 AM
Did you get the card this year?
No
Post by: SPLP on April 22, 2015, 03:36:56 AM
if apply now will enhancements be added later?
above ref on amx/fedx 50k offer
Post by: Marco Polo on April 22, 2015, 09:22:51 AM
Will the 50k offer on business version have same new enhancements ?I think it starts 6/1...
if apply now will enhancements be added later?
above ref on amx/fedx 50k offer
Post by: SPLP on April 22, 2015, 01:39:28 PM
I think it starts 6/1...
yes I read starts june 1--does that mean "all" outstanding cards get the new benefits, or only if u get card after june 1
Post by: Marco Polo on April 22, 2015, 01:40:44 PM
yes I read starts june 1--does that mean "all" outstanding cards get the new benefits, or only if u get card after june 1If you currently have it, you will start getting the benefits 6/1.
Post by: medster on May 01, 2015, 05:34:46 PM
for amex plat the wiki says gcs do qualify just wondering if non -us airlines are different
Post by: keemster26 on May 07, 2015, 05:50:59 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on May 07, 2015, 06:01:03 PM
I need advice. I've had this card for a yr and now want to let it go. I have payed the af already, but I still have another week to cancel in order to get my af back. Should I just wait till June and pggm w/ the $100 credit, cancel, and get back a prorated af?If you cancel now you get back $175. If you PGGM after June 1 you get $100 for PGGM plus 3/4 of $175= $131.25 Ummmm do you like being spoonfed? :P
Post by: rileywiles23 on May 07, 2015, 06:43:04 PM
If you cancel now you get back $175. If you PGGM after June 1 you get $100 for PGGM plus 3/4 of $175= $131.25 Ummmm do you like being spoonfed? :PMaybe he/she never passed math class....
Post by: keemster26 on May 07, 2015, 09:30:55 PM
If you cancel now you get back $175. If you PGGM after June 1 you get $100 for PGGM plus 3/4 of $175= $131.25 Ummmm do you like being spoonfed?
Maybe he/she never passed math class....Sorry. That's what happens when you're on ddf on lag baomer. Don't drink and DDF...
Post by: TimT on May 07, 2015, 09:32:29 PM
Don't drink and DDF...That's the best way to do it
Post by: yitrap on May 07, 2015, 10:32:29 PM
That's the best way to do it+1 things would be very boring here if we didn't drink
Post by: Mendy1414 on May 07, 2015, 10:34:20 PM
Post by: yitrap on May 07, 2015, 10:38:02 PM
What are you drinkin?you asking a general question or personal?
Me, currently, livit 15.
Post by: Mendy1414 on May 07, 2015, 10:50:31 PM
you asking a general question or personal?This probably belongs in the booze thread in just shmooze, but seems like a decent choice.
Me, currently, livit 15.
Post by: Boruch999 on May 11, 2015, 01:31:45 PM
https://www304.americanexpress.com/credit-card/premier-rewards-gold/ used this on private in google
Just got approved. What else to throw in today for max MR?
Post by: TimT on May 11, 2015, 01:41:45 PM
Just got approved. What else to throw in today for max MR?If you could get hold of a code for a biz plat offer
Post by: Shauly101 on May 13, 2015, 01:32:03 PM
Post by: TimT on May 13, 2015, 01:33:37 PM
Post by: Mendylab on May 13, 2015, 11:14:15 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on May 13, 2015, 11:14:31 PM
When are they starting to give $100 airline credit for this card?June 1
Post by: Mendylab on May 13, 2015, 11:15:39 PM
June 1
For the biz gold as well, correct?
Post by: TimT on May 13, 2015, 11:17:54 PM
For the biz gold as well, correct?IINM only personal
Post by: hvaces42 on May 13, 2015, 11:18:45 PM
IINM only personal+1
Post by: Mendylab on May 14, 2015, 12:36:29 AM
Post by: cashcow on May 14, 2015, 04:46:00 PM
1) Does the 15k MR after $30k spend apply to both Biz and Personal Gold?
2) If I apply now for the Personal, will I still be eligible for that offer?
Post by: AJK on May 15, 2015, 10:40:30 AM
Post by: mb1 on May 15, 2015, 10:47:12 AM
Post by: Marco Polo on May 15, 2015, 10:49:04 AM
AF of $175 on PRG just hit. If I pay now, I assume I still get all the benefits come June 1. But am I changed an additional $20 of annual fee? This is one of the only cards I'm thinking about paying the AF for.I just spoke to recon about this and was offered 2,500 points and another 5,000 after $1,000 spend in 60 days. That with the $100 airline credit coming soon, not a bad deal.
Post by: AJK on May 15, 2015, 10:54:35 AM
I would assume (I don't mean ASSume ;)) that once you pay the AF you are good for the whole year.
I suspect the same, but wanted clarification. If so, though, it'd make sense to apply before June 1 to save a bit of money.
I just spoke to recon about this and was offered 2,500 points and another 5,000 after $1,000 spend in 60 days. That with the $100 airline credit coming soon, not a bad deal.
Meaning you called to close it?
What happens with the additional $20 of annual fee?
Post by: Marco Polo on May 15, 2015, 10:56:06 AM
I suspect the same, but wanted clarification. If so, though, it'd make sense to apply before June 1 to save a bit of money.I did. They offered me the points after it seemed pretty clear i was going to close. Between the points and the airline credit, i will pay the fee and make it up on SBS and other Amex offers.
Meaning you called to close it?
What happens with the additional $20 of annual fee?
Post by: booyaa on May 15, 2015, 11:20:16 AM
I did. They offered me the points after it seemed pretty clear i was going to close. Between the points and the airline credit, i will pay the fee and make it up on SBS and other Amex offers.
When was the last time you got a retention offer?
Post by: Marco Polo on May 15, 2015, 11:23:09 AM
When was the last time you got a retention offer?First time on this card.
Post by: Boruch999 on May 31, 2015, 12:22:31 PM
Amex PRG to add $100 airline credit and no foreign transaction fees and some other benefits as of 6/1/15.
That's some good news from Amex for a change.
http://thepointsguy.com/2015/02/amex-premier-rewards-gold-new-benefits-and-increased-fee/
That's tomorrow! Confirmed with phone rep.
Post by: DMYD on May 31, 2015, 12:32:18 PM
That's tomorrow! Confirmed with phone rep.Sad its not for BRG also
Post by: Ydad on May 31, 2015, 03:26:07 PM
Post by: DMYD on May 31, 2015, 03:29:42 PM
Who's being the first to try PGGM on the PRG?Not a big deal to try
Post by: Ydad on May 31, 2015, 03:37:02 PM
Not a big deal to tryYes but if it doesn't work you will have to change your airline preference. Not a big deal either, I guess...
Post by: DMYD on May 31, 2015, 03:38:28 PM
Post by: clear thinker on May 31, 2015, 03:46:27 PM
Can't change airline preference, till after the year.Iirc From the Platinum wiki you can (putpac) if you didn't receive your credit yet.
Post by: DMYD on May 31, 2015, 03:47:37 PM
Iirc From the Platinum wiki you can (putpac) if you didn't receive your credit yet.Maybe. haven't heard anything about that.
Post by: clear thinker on May 31, 2015, 03:51:22 PM
Maybe. haven't heard anything about that.I just checked again, it's there in the wiki.
If you haven't received your credit yet you can ask them to change it.
Post by: Jay s on May 31, 2015, 05:37:54 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on May 31, 2015, 06:50:08 PM
whats a good offer for the personal prg ? Called amex they said she sees public offer for 50k from what I see it's only 25k
50/1
Post by: avromie7 on May 31, 2015, 11:01:52 PM
whats a good offer for the personal prg ? Called amex they said she sees public offer for 50k from what I see it's only 25kKeep trying incognito for 50k/1k
Post by: a mirrer on June 01, 2015, 03:10:54 AM
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on June 01, 2015, 03:24:59 PM
Post by: a mirrer on June 01, 2015, 03:28:12 PM
Anyone have a clue what's going on with the $100 airline credit?it looks like they haven't yet refreshed the card with the new benefits and price
Post by: a mirrer on June 01, 2015, 03:53:16 PM
https://rewards.americanexpress.com/olet/enroll?campaignId=br5v0615&offerType=afcgoldbr5v0001
did pggm will update if it works
Post by: mgarfin on June 01, 2015, 11:41:25 PM
select an airline
https://rewards.americanexpress.com/olet/enroll?campaignId=br5v0615&offerType=afcgoldbr5v0001
did pggm will update if it works
Are we trying to keep this quiet?
Post by: pixi on June 02, 2015, 01:37:40 AM
In the wiki I see a link for biz ( didn't try it yet) , I'm looking for personal
Post by: eli.f on June 02, 2015, 04:57:38 AM
Has anyone done it? Do you have to enroll as with the Platinum? Will we receive credit for gift cards?
Thanks
Post by: sammy n on June 02, 2015, 05:02:26 AM
So I've had the PRG for almost a year now, just before I close it, I would like to use up the $100 airline credit.You must enroll. I would imagine it's the same as the platinum.
Has anyone done it? Do you have to enroll as with the Platinum? Will we receive credit for gift cards?
Thanks
Post by: eli.f on June 02, 2015, 05:04:48 AM
You must enroll. I would imagine it's the same as the platinum.Probably. I'll wait for successful reports.
I'll put some info in the wiki.
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 10:39:06 AM
Post by: benjie1305 on June 02, 2015, 10:41:50 AM
maybe not the place, but can someone please clarify me something. if i get an rsvp/invitation in mail or online for a card that i either had already(reg credit or charge amex) or had have in the last 12 months (-business amex-also does the card actually have to be closed) can i get approved and still get points? or can just never get points for a reg card and i have to wait a year for business?
Does it have 12m language or not? Also in general you can get a card but in regards to getting the points with Biz in general is 12m after closing and with personal is currently once per lifetime.
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 10:51:48 AM
with the new perks for the gold card-are they considering it a new product which would mean yo can apply and get the points?
Post by: benjie1305 on June 02, 2015, 10:55:48 AM
reason i was asking - with the recent rsvp code being leaked online i thought i saw the with the code this rule doesn't apply.
with the new perks for the gold card-are they considering it a new product which would mean yo can apply and get the points?
I don't believe so. It is just an additional benefit.
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 11:00:53 AM
Post by: clear thinker on June 02, 2015, 11:07:18 AM
first thanks for the help. so rsvp codes are not exceptions to the life time or 12 m rule?Personal no exception, business only if it says so.
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 11:35:11 AM
was the last code that was online-did that have the 12 month language?
Post by: AJK on June 02, 2015, 11:39:32 AM
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 11:45:17 AM
i last closed a bunch of business cards last july and aug
the MB plat , that's also a one time deal ?
just signed up for ameriprize plat w first year free -that's also considered a separate product
Post by: Marco Polo on June 02, 2015, 11:55:45 AM
so i guess i have to wait thenYes, it is a personal card.
i last closed a bunch of business cards last july and aug
the MB plat , that's also a one time deal ?
just signed up for ameriprize plat w first year free -that's also considered a separate product
Post by: DMYD on June 02, 2015, 12:26:20 PM
Not saying it isn't accurate, but I don't think I've seen a confirmed report of someone who was within the 12 month period getting the bonus again due to the fact that it didn't contain the rule.I got the bonus again, when I applied without the 12 months period.
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 12:56:29 PM
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 12:57:35 PM
Post by: TimT on June 02, 2015, 01:13:25 PM
i have a chase issue, and need advice can someone please insert a link to the chase (current) board?Depending on the issue
chase recon (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=8398.0)
chase A/A (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=11216.0)
Post by: AJK on June 02, 2015, 01:40:22 PM
I got the bonus again, when I applied without the 12 months period.
Nice. Specific Cards and exact timeline?
Post by: DMYD on June 02, 2015, 01:45:34 PM
Nice. Specific Cards and exact timeline?Both Biz plat, got 100k for 10K spent in Feb and got in may 150k for 15K spent.
Post by: AJK on June 02, 2015, 01:47:01 PM
Post by: DMYD on June 02, 2015, 01:49:11 PM
Same ein and ssn?Just used SSN no ein was used.
Post by: AJK on June 02, 2015, 01:51:20 PM
Post by: db23 on June 02, 2015, 02:04:51 PM
Post by: bermo on June 02, 2015, 02:47:45 PM
Both Biz plat, got 100k for 10K spent in Feb and got in may 150k for 15K spent.Did your offer have the 12 month language?
Post by: DMYD on June 02, 2015, 02:49:00 PM
Did your offer have the 12 month language?No
Post by: tov hashem on June 02, 2015, 03:03:05 PM
Post by: AJK on June 03, 2015, 12:01:39 AM
Post by: db23 on June 03, 2015, 09:32:01 AM
also the new perks on the gold card -is that a new product bec it dosent say premier anymore it says enhanced business rewards gold card?
is/was the prg and and reg gold bus considered different products?
Post by: TimT on June 03, 2015, 09:39:31 AM
is/was the prg and and reg gold bus considered different products?Yes
Post by: db23 on June 03, 2015, 10:39:44 AM
appreciate help.
Post by: clear thinker on June 03, 2015, 10:41:44 AM
thanks tim any wisdom on the first part of question?I believe the answer is yes.
appreciate help.
Post by: a mirrer on June 06, 2015, 04:43:28 PM
select an airlinecredit posted :)
https://rewards.americanexpress.com/olet/enroll?campaignId=br5v0615&offerType=afcgoldbr5v0001
did pggm will update if it works
Post by: eli.f on June 06, 2015, 05:24:52 PM
credit posted :)Thanks for the update. Gonna do that right now.
Post by: clear thinker on June 06, 2015, 10:01:36 PM
credit posted :)Thanks for offering to be a scapegoat.
Post by: aro123 on June 06, 2015, 11:09:50 PM
Post by: Ydad on June 06, 2015, 11:11:53 PM
credit posted :)Thanks!
Post by: LoLo on June 08, 2015, 04:07:35 PM
Post by: avromie7 on June 08, 2015, 11:32:44 PM
Weird, i got twice in the last 5 minutes a 50k/1k offer on amex site, and a third offer had no mention of a bonus, but had $160 AF, checked dan's link and it was 25k/2k, but when i returned to apply, the offer has expired already. and now it's nowhere to be found.keep trying incognito
Post by: cheryld on June 09, 2015, 07:07:47 AM
Post by: raphy781 on June 09, 2015, 07:33:18 AM
I tried PGGM for the PRG and did not get the credit. Does this only work for BRG? I have used this successfully for my Plat Bus Card.The BGR doesn't have the$100 airline credit.
Post by: cheryld on June 09, 2015, 07:48:10 AM
Post by: Boruch999 on June 09, 2015, 07:48:23 AM
I tried PGGM for the PRG and did not get the credit. Does this only work for BRG? I have used this successfully for my Plat Bus Card.
Can take time
Post by: TimT on June 09, 2015, 07:52:44 AM
So others have definitely been successful in getting PGGM for the PRG?
credit posted :)
i also did pggm and credit posted today
Post by: cheryld on June 09, 2015, 08:06:46 AM
My annual fee is due on this card and I was getting ready to cancel it, until I saw that this benefit was going to become available 6/1. I have about a week before the payment is due. I realize that Amex will prorate the fee if I cancel later - I'd just rather pull the plug soon.
Post by: Chapshnell on June 09, 2015, 08:07:28 AM
I tried PGGM for the PRG and did not get the credit. Does this only work for BRG? I have used this successfully for my Plat Bus Card.
Did you select Delta as the airline of choice before doing the PGGM? Worked 3/3 in my family
Post by: yitrap on June 09, 2015, 08:08:57 AM
Thank you, I did see the other responses. In the past, for my Plat, the credit has posted very quickly.You'll have 60 days from when the fee posts.
My annual fee is due on this card and I was getting ready to cancel it, until I saw that this benefit was going to become available 6/1. I have about a week before the payment is due. I realize that Amex will prorate the fee if I cancel later - I'd just rather pull the plug soon.
Post by: cheryld on June 09, 2015, 08:48:33 AM
Post by: Chapshnell on June 09, 2015, 09:05:15 AM
Post by: cheryld on June 09, 2015, 09:11:31 AM
Post by: ydf on June 09, 2015, 03:29:49 PM
Post by: Marco Polo on June 09, 2015, 03:31:10 PM
sorry im new here and I have the amex gold card and would like to benefit from the airline credit what exactly is pggm?See the wiki here. (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.msg1165354#msg1165354)
Post by: ydf on June 09, 2015, 03:41:43 PM
See the wiki here. (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.msg1165354#msg1165354)
thanks
Post by: cheryld on June 10, 2015, 09:13:52 AM
Post by: TimT on June 10, 2015, 09:17:37 AM
Credit posted last night! I guess patience is not my strong suit. :-)Time for a new suit then
Post by: cheryld on June 10, 2015, 11:48:41 AM
Time for a new suit then:D
Post by: eli.f on June 10, 2015, 12:09:02 PM
Used CHFFGM, because I accidentally selected United as my airline.
Post by: Dave A on June 12, 2015, 03:44:51 PM
Post by: bermo on June 12, 2015, 03:47:49 PM
Signed up for 50k/$1k in April, hit spend min, and 2 statements later with no points posting. Any insight?Are they pending?
Post by: Dave A on June 12, 2015, 03:54:06 PM
Are they pending?
Ah, yes, now I see "pending." Thanks! Big relief ...
Post by: bermo on June 12, 2015, 03:55:16 PM
Ah, yes, now I see "pending." Thanks! Big relief ...You can chat with them and ask to expedite the points
Post by: Boruch999 on June 14, 2015, 08:52:11 AM
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on June 14, 2015, 09:45:24 AM
I was a little overzealous and added 7 AUs. Officially that means I'm in for $35 x2. I called to ask if the AU AFs are waived for first year and CSR said no. Asked if I can downgrade two to green and he said no. Anyone have any experience?
It's gonna cost just $5 each after SBS.
Post by: rileywiles23 on June 14, 2015, 09:46:30 AM
It's gonna cost just $5 each after SBS.How do you know SBS will be $30 this year ?
Post by: Emkay on June 14, 2015, 09:50:55 AM
How do you know SBS will be $30 this year ?He doesn't
Post by: Boruch999 on June 14, 2015, 09:59:28 AM
It's gonna cost just $5 each after SBS.Why throw away $5?
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on June 14, 2015, 10:42:12 AM
Why throw away $5?
It's almost guaranteed to be paid back for by offers.
Post by: clear thinker on June 14, 2015, 10:59:20 AM
It's almost guaranteed to be paid back for by offers.That yes.
But this:
How do you know SBS will be $30 this year ?Not
Post by: rileywiles23 on June 14, 2015, 11:13:36 AM
He doesn'tFigured as much.
Post by: Boruch999 on June 14, 2015, 12:50:58 PM
It's almost guaranteed to be paid back for by offers.True for most, but I live in Israel.
Post by: clear thinker on June 14, 2015, 12:57:17 PM
True for most, but I live in Israel.Most (relative) offers are online.
Post by: Alexsei on June 14, 2015, 03:45:09 PM
i also did pggm and credit posted todaySame here
Post by: Zzzzx on June 20, 2015, 02:20:30 PM
Called to cancel BCP as I wanted to make space for other Amex cards. Had a few RD left over.
CSR #1 said---gee, you'll lose those if you don't product switch. Can't do nuthin' about it. ---So I hung up.
CSR #2 said---gee, you have RD left over and you have a long history with us. As a courtesy, I can apply a cash credit to any of your other accounts for the amount of RD left over. Which account would you like?
First though of OBC. Then it seemed like a bad idea to have eyes on that spending...so I asked for a credit on the PRG---even though it's not in the RD program or a "Blue" Amex product. "No problem, happy to help you out!"
Yipppeee!
Post by: booyaa on June 20, 2015, 04:48:44 PM
The benefits of HUCA.
Called to cancel BCP as I wanted to make space for other Amex cards. Had a few RD left over.
CSR #1 said---gee, you'll lose those if you don't product switch. Can't do nuthin' about it. ---So I hung up.
CSR #2 said---gee, you have RD left over and you have a long history with us. As a courtesy, I can apply a cash credit to any of your other accounts for the amount of RD left over. Which account would you like?
First though of OBC. Then it seemed like a bad idea to have eyes on that spending...so I asked for a credit on the PRG---even though it's not in the RD program or a "Blue" Amex product. "No problem, happy to help you out!"
Yipppeee!
What's RD?
Post by: Zzzzx on June 20, 2015, 04:55:25 PM
Post by: reed on June 23, 2015, 02:27:35 PM
Can I use the $100 credit to upgrade to economy plus on delta after i already booked a ticket?
Post by: Marco Polo on June 23, 2015, 02:28:36 PM
Ah realized i posted this in the wrong thread before.If you use your card for the charge, why not.
Can I use the $100 credit to upgrade to economy plus on delta after i already booked a ticket?
Post by: reed on June 23, 2015, 02:29:54 PM
If you use your card for the charge, why not.
No idea, not sure how it works. The brochure they sent said it can be used for baggage and in flight meals.
Post by: Josef.koney on June 23, 2015, 06:28:51 PM
Post by: yitrap on June 23, 2015, 06:33:55 PM
Is the 100$ credit per card or per account? (Secondary accounts get also? )No reason to assume it'll be different than platinum...so no.
Post by: real-brisker on July 06, 2015, 02:27:35 PM
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/premier-rewards-gold/
Open in Private Browsing
Will only open once per browser - if you plan on applying do it right away!
Enjoy!
Post by: a mirrer on July 06, 2015, 02:29:43 PM
Post by: real-brisker on July 06, 2015, 03:25:24 PM
been mentioned here (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=1707.0) quite a few times recentlyseems like it was a hidden fact to many
Post by: shoobi on July 06, 2015, 03:38:23 PM
Link -
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/premier-rewards-gold/
Open in Private Browsing
Will only open once per browser - if you plan on applying do it right away!
Enjoy!
In the T&C it says:
If we identify you as currently having an American Express® Card account, you may not be eligible for this welcome bonus offer. This offer is also not available to applicants who have or have had this product.
Is this enforced? I do have other Amex cards, will i not get the 50K?
Post by: D93 on July 06, 2015, 03:40:25 PM
Is this enforced?No
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I do have other Amex cards, will i not get the 50K?As long as you never had a PRG card before, you will get the bonus.
Post by: shoobi on July 06, 2015, 03:42:06 PM
Post by: shoobi on July 06, 2015, 03:43:05 PM
No As long as you never had a PRG card before, you will get the bonus.
See u edited post to more politically correct version :)
Post by: D93 on July 06, 2015, 03:43:12 PM
So I am planning on getting a Biz Plat this week with a code i bought off someone on DDF, if I throw this one in as a 2BM, will it work?What do you mean by "will it work"?
Post by: shoobi on July 06, 2015, 03:44:17 PM
What do you mean by "will it work"?
will I get bonus. don't see why not except for above problem, just asking to make sure
Post by: D93 on July 06, 2015, 03:44:53 PM
will I get bonus. don't see why not except for above problem, just asking to make sure
As long as you never had a PRG card before, you will get the bonus.
Post by: shoobi on July 06, 2015, 03:45:59 PM
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on July 06, 2015, 06:26:06 PM
Post by: TimT on July 06, 2015, 06:28:22 PM
Am I supposed to be seeing something other than a 25k offer?50k
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on July 06, 2015, 10:19:37 PM
50k
See it, thanks. Already have the PRG, but I will work on getting it matched.
Post by: benjie1305 on July 07, 2015, 09:05:01 AM
See it, thanks. Already have the PRG, but I will work on getting it matched.
That is pretty much not going to happen.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on July 07, 2015, 11:59:15 AM
That is pretty much not going to happen.
My uncle had it done for himself last night.
Post by: Aron27 on July 14, 2015, 10:10:25 AM
Post by: booyaa on July 14, 2015, 11:13:54 AM
Regarding getting 15k points for spending $30k, Dan keep saying it still alive, but when I spoke to customer support they said its only if you got your card before 2015. I got mine in January.. Is this true or should I call back?
As an ongoing thing?
Post by: Aron27 on July 14, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
As an ongoing thing?No
Post by: dpk4588 on July 16, 2015, 04:28:17 PM
My wifes account had this offer for what seems to be a PGGM on her PRG: $100 Airline Fee CreditIts not an AMEX offer, its a new benefit. See Here (http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/62092). I know you didn't post here but this is a better place to discuss this.
Up to $100 a year for incidental fees with your selected airline. Terms and limitations apply.
Has this always been the case?
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 01:39:54 AM
Regarding getting 15k points for spending $30k, Dan keep saying it still alive, but when I spoke to customer support they said its only if you got your card before 2015. I got mine in January.. Is this true or should I call back?Same here. Not sure why Dan keeps saying it's confirmed that it still works
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 01:58:57 AM
Not sure why Dan keeps saying it's confirmed that it still worksBecause it does (at least for cards opened before January).
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 09:06:22 AM
Because it does (at least for cards opened before January).He makes it sound like if you open now you will still get it
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 09:43:57 AM
He makes it sound like if you open now you will still get itOnly 1 way to find out...
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 09:45:35 AM
Only 1 way to find out...You have 2 people confirming we got it in January and did not get the bonus. I completed the spend in may
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 09:47:15 AM
You have 2 people confirming we got it in January and did not get the bonus. I completed the spend in may
Me?
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 09:48:23 AM
Me?Aron27 upthread
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 09:49:45 AM
Aron27 upthread
You call a conversation with an Indian Amex rep a "confirmed report"? LOL
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 09:51:55 AM
You call a conversation with an Indian Amex rep a "confirmed report"? LOLThe confirmation is that the bonus didn't post. If it is indeed still alive please posit a more logical reason as to why not.
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 09:53:18 AM
The confirmation is that the bonus didn't post. If it is indeed still alive please posit a more logical reason as to why not.
Aron27 never said the bonus didn't post, or even completed the spend.
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 09:54:32 AM
Aron27 never said the bonus didn't post, or even completed the spend.He didn't say those words but i dont think the implication can be more clear
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 10:02:30 AM
He didn't say those words but i dont think the implication can be more clear
"implication"? If he didn't complete the spend, obviously the bonus didn't post, and therefore his "confirmed report" is totally meaningless.
Again - his only source is from an Amex phone rep, and you called that a "confirmed report"?
If it is indeed still alive please posit a more logical reason as to why not.Because he didn't complete the spend.
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 10:03:58 AM
"implication"? If he didn't complete the spend, obviously the bonus didn't post, and therefore his "confirmed report" is totally meaningless.Usually the simplest reasoning is the correct one.
Again - your only source is from an Amex phone rep, and you called that a "confirmed report"?
I called and chatted with amex myself and got the same answer, I have no reason to believe it isn't true.
If anyone got the card after January and did get the bonus, I'll be very happy to be proven wrong
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 10:05:20 AM
"implication"? If he didn't complete the spend, obviously the bonus didn't post, and therefore his "confirmed report" is totally meaningless.I did complete the spend, and my understanding of his past was that he did as well. I may be wrong about that but my experience still stands
Again - his only source is from an Amex phone rep, and you called that a "confirmed report"?
Because he didn't complete the spend.
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 10:07:28 AM
I did complete the spend, and my understanding of his past was that he did as well. I may be wrong about that but my experience still stands
Finally! You are a confirmed report. Aron27 isn't.
Thank You.
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 10:24:43 AM
Regarding getting 15k points for spending $30k, Dan keep saying it still alive, but when I spoke to customer support they said its only if you got your card before 2015. I got mine in January.. Is this true or should I call back?Please clarify, did you complete the spend?
Post by: Aron27 on July 17, 2015, 10:34:03 AM
Please clarify, did you complete the spend?Yes.. But they said they only give the points to people that opened their account before 2015
Post by: Aron27 on July 17, 2015, 10:42:01 AM
Please clarify, did you complete the spend?Just saw the whole chat, I did complete the spending and did not receive the points. So I called cs and they said that u only get it if u get the card before 2015..
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 10:45:37 AM
Just saw the whole chat, I did complete the spending and did not receive the points. So I called cs and they said that u only get it if u get the card before 2015..Thank you.
I think the take-aways here need to be that D93 should chill out with his/her assumptions, and unless someone can confirm otherwise, Dan should edit his post that the bonus only applies to cards prior to Jan 2015.
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 10:48:09 AM
Thank you.
I think the take-aways here need to be that D93 should chill out with his/her assumptions,
Aron27 only said now that he had indeed completed the spend, YOU were the one the whole time that was making ASSUMPTIONS that he did, as you yourself said -
He didn't say those words but i dont think the implication can be more clear
Post by: shimbo on July 17, 2015, 11:03:21 AM
Aron27 only said now that he had indeed completed the spend, YOU were the one the whole time that was making ASSUMPTIONS that he did, as you yourself said -
Because he didn't complete the spend.
Post by: D93 on July 17, 2015, 11:41:14 AM
Maybe try to quote my post in its entirety and you'll see it wasn't an ASSUMPTION.
If it is indeed still alive please posit a more logical reason as to why not.
Because he didn't complete the spend.
Post by: ad120 on July 19, 2015, 12:48:10 AM
How freq does it surface?
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 01:27:51 AM
What is the best sign up bonus that has been offered to date?Iinm 50k
How freq does it surface?
Post by: Zzzzx on July 19, 2015, 08:49:58 AM
What is the best sign up bonus that has been offered to date?
How freq does it surface?
80 + $50
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 10:37:56 AM
What is the best sign up bonus that has been offered to date?
How freq does it surface?
80 + $50
Iinm 50kAre you talking about PRG or BRG?
I was referring to PRG.
If you're referring to BRG I think there is a 100k offer.
Post by: benjie1305 on July 19, 2015, 11:13:40 AM
Post by: ad120 on July 19, 2015, 11:50:42 AM
Are you talking about PRG or BRG?PRG
I was referring to PRG.
If you're referring to BRG I think there is a 100k offer.
50k seems to be it and it seems to be around.Dan doesn't have a link for that.
80 + $50how long ago was that?
Post by: ad120 on July 19, 2015, 11:51:26 AM
Post by: TimT on July 19, 2015, 11:54:10 AM
I'm trying to figure out if I should wait to sign up....PRG doesn't go higher than 50k
Post by: ad120 on July 19, 2015, 12:04:42 PM
PRG doesn't go higher than 50kDoes the 50k offer surface frequently?
Post by: TimT on July 19, 2015, 12:11:09 PM
Does the 50k offer surface frequently?Its around now
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 12:26:51 PM
PRG doesn't go higher than 50k-1 I had 60k around a year and a half ago
Post by: TimT on July 19, 2015, 12:28:52 PM
-1 I had 60k around a year and a half agoPublic or targeted offer ?
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 12:37:10 PM
-1 I had 60k around a year and a half agoThat's the first time I hear this!
Post by: benjie1305 on July 19, 2015, 12:46:17 PM
That's the first time I hear this!
+1
I haven't heard of a targeted offer or a public one of this sort.
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 01:57:13 PM
Public or targeted offer ?targeted, for my wife,her first amex ever, she was also targeted for 400$ on the blue sky
I'll see if I have any papers left from it
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 01:58:01 PM
targeted, for my wife,her first amex ever, she was also targeted for 400$ on the blue skyShould I call POIDH or it's not gonna help?
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 01:59:23 PM
Should I call POIDH or it's not gonna help?I'll see if I have any papers to prove it, if not anyway to retrieve offer details
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 02:27:09 PM
I'll see if I have any papers to prove it, if not anyway to retrieve offer detailsGo to your MR account you can see the description for the points given to you.
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 02:39:42 PM
Go to your MR account you can see the description for the points given to you.I checked my card isn't listed since I cancelled it, I'll add it back and see, either way all I see are transactions not mr activity
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 02:45:42 PM
I checked my card isn't listed since I cancelled it, I'll add it back and see, either way all I see are transactions not mr activityDon't look at the card rather at MR activity.
Where you see your available amount of MR click on it, it will take you to your MR account where you can click for details.
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 03:16:32 PM
Don't look at the card rather at MR activity.on my phone now turns out I'll only be able to view the activity on a desktop but Mr cs confirmed it was 60k for 2k spend. I'll take a screen shot when I'm by a computer
Where you see your available amount of MR click on it, it will take you to your MR account where you can click for details.
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 03:23:17 PM
on my phone now turns out I'll only be able to view the activity on a desktop but Mr cs confirmed it was 60k for 2k spend. I'll take a screen shot when I'm by a computerWow! I guess I'll have to update my wiki.
Thanks for clarifying.
Post by: maxie m on July 19, 2015, 03:26:09 PM
Wow! I guess I'll have to update my wiki.np I've been waiting in vain since January 2014 to receive one for myself though :-[
Thanks for clarifying.
Post by: clear thinker on July 19, 2015, 03:27:19 PM
np I've been waiting in vain since January 2014 to receive one for myself though :-[I guess don't hold your breath.
Post by: raccah on July 21, 2015, 10:00:11 AM
Post by: benjie1305 on July 21, 2015, 10:04:15 AM
So have you access to the targeted 60K PRG or 75K PRG?
There certainly is no 75k PRG offer.
Post by: TimT on July 21, 2015, 10:04:31 AM
So have you access to the targeted 60K PRG or 75K PRG?If you're looking for 75k, you want the BGR
Post by: raccah on July 21, 2015, 10:20:04 AM
Post by: TimT on July 21, 2015, 10:20:46 AM
I have the BRG and is up for AF. So, I will upgrade it to Biz Plat for 30K and 10K spend. However, I want a PRG as well. If there is no 75K anymore (last seen in 2013 I see), but someone said they saw 60K, is that still around?haven't seen it
Post by: clear thinker on July 21, 2015, 10:24:46 AM
I have the BRG and is up for AF. So, I will upgrade it to Biz Plat for 30K and 10K spend. However, I want a PRG as well. If there is no 75K anymore (last seen in 2013 I see), but someone said they saw 60K, is that still around?Source?
I don't there was a 75k PRG ever.
There is only one person (that chimed in) reporting that he got 60k otherwise 50k seems to be the top.
Post by: raccah on July 21, 2015, 10:27:15 AM
Post by: TimT on July 21, 2015, 10:27:49 AM
I was commenting on maxie above that said the 60k was available last year, can we use that to get 60k now?? Or just go with 50K?How would you use that ?
Post by: raccah on July 21, 2015, 10:32:46 AM
Post by: clear thinker on July 21, 2015, 10:35:43 AM
That was what I was asking. There seemed to be interest upstream, so I wanted to know if it is viable or should I just go with the 50k and be happy!Be very happy if you get the 50k/1k.
Post by: TimT on July 21, 2015, 10:36:15 AM
That was what I was asking. There seemed to be interest upstream, so I wanted to know if it is viable or should I just go with the 50k and be happy!50k is the way to go
Post by: raccah on July 21, 2015, 10:38:47 AM
Post by: clear thinker on July 21, 2015, 10:39:58 AM
Cool! Will they balk when I try to upgrade my gold to plat and get the PRG as well?Can't see a problem with that.
Upgrade is not even a (hard) pull.
Post by: db23 on July 22, 2015, 02:11:45 PM
*copy and paste link into a private/incogneto window first inorder ro see 50k deal if not you will just see standard 20k
Post by: TimT on July 22, 2015, 02:14:06 PM
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/premier-rewards-gold/FTFY
*copy and paste link into a private/incogneto window first inorder ro see 50k deal if not you will just see standard 25k
Post by: db23 on July 22, 2015, 02:20:21 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on July 22, 2015, 02:21:37 PM
what do you disagree with?20k vs 25k standard offer.
Post by: TimT on July 22, 2015, 02:22:06 PM
what do you disagree with?Standard is 25k.
Post by: db23 on July 22, 2015, 02:24:22 PM
not seeing the issue...
Post by: D93 on July 22, 2015, 02:25:10 PM
i wrote to open in private window to see 50k deal if not you will only see 25k deal which is the standard offer on there site.
not seeing the issue...
You sure that's what you wrote?
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/premier-rewards-gold/
*copy and paste link into a private/incogneto window first inorder ro see 50k deal if not you will just see standard 20k
Post by: db23 on July 22, 2015, 02:29:28 PM
i was looking at your correction i guess..
k my bad ..sorry!!
Post by: d3athrow on July 22, 2015, 05:40:58 PM
Post by: TimT on July 22, 2015, 05:43:21 PM
got an offer in the mail for PRG consumer 50k MR after $1k spend, is there any better bonus out there atm?nope
Post by: d3athrow on July 22, 2015, 06:10:21 PM
nopeAight, that's what i figured, thanks.
Post by: shalumov on July 28, 2015, 01:25:25 AM
Post by: Super Speed on July 28, 2015, 01:26:56 AM
Got 2 offers by mail for AMEX Gold for 50K after spending 1K ... is there a way to combine both offers into one?Like spend 2K and get 100K? Then no.
Post by: Nitantnel on July 28, 2015, 01:27:24 AM
Got 2 offers by mail for AMEX Gold for 50K after spending 1K ... is there a way to combine both offers into one?No. But you can try applying for both
Post by: benjie1305 on July 28, 2015, 08:41:25 AM
No. But you can try applying for both
Its lifetime bonus on personal. How could he get both offers?
Post by: maxie m on July 28, 2015, 10:54:09 AM
That was what I was asking. There seemed to be interest upstream, so I wanted to know if it is viable or should I just go with the 50k and be happy!go with the fifty, I got 60 once and never ever saw it again, not from me or anyone else
Post by: d3athrow on July 28, 2015, 05:20:12 PM
First amex deals, can i combine this with a cashback portal like topcashback/ebates/DD/etc?
Second cash advance worry, Given they're charge cards and that i can't find any info on amex's site or on the web about copping a cash advance fee, will purchasing VGCs on giftcards.com or similar sites for MS purposes incur a cash advance fee? If its possible I can just call in to lower the cash advance limit and prevent it from going through then?
Post by: D93 on July 28, 2015, 09:19:28 PM
Got 2 questions for the PRG/BRGYes
First amex deals, can i combine this with a cashback portal like topcashback/ebates/DD/etc?
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Second cash advance worry, Given they're charge cards and that i can't find any info on amex's site or on the web about copping a cash advance fee, will purchasing VGCs on giftcards.com or similar sites for MS purposes incur a cash advance fee?No
Post by: d3athrow on July 28, 2015, 09:37:10 PM
YesNoCool, thanks.
Post by: a mirrer on July 29, 2015, 09:10:08 AM
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No Foreign Transaction Feessince when is this on the business gold
American Express will not charge any foreign transaction fee on the purchases you make outside of the United States with your Card.
Post by: benjie1305 on July 29, 2015, 09:15:52 AM
since when is this on the business gold
"..Effective June 1, 2015, American Express is enhancing its Premier Rewards Gold Card, adding more value with 2x Membership Rewards points for purchases at U.S. restaurants, a $100 airline fee credit for incidental charges such as baggage fees, and a personalized travel service. Card Members will also no longer pay foreign transaction fees when spending abroad.."
Post by: a mirrer on July 29, 2015, 10:06:33 AM
"..Effective June 1, 2015, American Express is enhancing its Premier Rewards Gold Card, adding more value with 2x Membership Rewards points for purchases at U.S. restaurants, a $100 airline fee credit for incidental charges such as baggage fees, and a personalized travel service. Card Members will also no longer pay foreign transaction fees when spending abroad.."i was asking about the business gold not the personal
Post by: bznt on July 29, 2015, 10:09:54 AM
I called on Monday to ask if the business gold card has forex fees. They told me that as of tomorrow (meaning yesterday ) they removed it.
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/credit-cards/business-gold-rewards (https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/credit-cards/business-gold-rewards)
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Post by: Boruch999 on July 29, 2015, 01:07:54 PM
Post by: AJK on July 29, 2015, 01:45:36 PM
Wow! Looks like they finally woke up. PRG, SPG BRG. Maybe ED will follow :) #wishfulthinking
Maybe EDP, not ED.
Post by: jack12 on July 30, 2015, 10:19:50 AM
Post by: Mountain Man on August 04, 2015, 03:49:02 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on August 04, 2015, 03:53:09 PM
Would the PGGM work for AMEX Business Gold Rewards Card or only the Premier gold?
No need to cross post.
Post by: Mountain Man on August 04, 2015, 04:05:39 PM
No need to cross post.I didn't. I removed my old post when I found the right thread.
Post by: unclesam on August 04, 2015, 04:38:51 PM
Do airline gc's work for the $100 credit?ime AA egift card worked. Delta plastic GC didn't work got credit just for the $4.95 shipping fee
Post by: D93 on August 04, 2015, 08:37:10 PM
Would the PGGM work for AMEX Business Gold Rewards Card or only the Premier gold?BRG doesn't have an airline credit.
Post by: Mountain Man on August 04, 2015, 08:43:51 PM
BRG doesn't have an airline credit.Thanks
Post by: nobiggy on August 04, 2015, 10:52:05 PM
BRG doesn't have an airline credit.It probably has been asked a million times, I think it should be put in the wiki.
Post by: coralsnake on August 05, 2015, 06:49:54 AM
It probably has been asked a million times, I think it should be put in the wiki.Cant imagine that would make a difference.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on August 08, 2015, 11:08:48 PM
Cant imagine that would make a difference.
There's got to be some way to show the wiki on every page in a topic.
Post by: TimT on August 08, 2015, 11:14:24 PM
There's got to be some way to show the wiki on every page in a topic.You click the + on the top of any page. I'm not sure you want it automatically showing on every page. Some wikis are so long.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on August 08, 2015, 11:26:08 PM
You click the + on the top of any page. I'm not sure you want it automatically showing on every page. Some wikis are so long.
Thanks for the tip! I've been always going back to the first page to read it until now.
Post by: TimT on August 08, 2015, 11:29:06 PM
Thanks for the tip! I've been always going back to the first page to read it until now.YVW :)
Post by: coralsnake on August 08, 2015, 11:30:50 PM
Thanks for the tip! I've been always going back to the first page to read it until now.:o funny.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on August 08, 2015, 11:33:08 PM
:o funny.
What's funny? That I didn't know about the + function, or that I actually take the time to read wiki's?
Post by: coralsnake on August 08, 2015, 11:34:49 PM
What's funny? That I didn't know about the + function, or that I actually take the time to read wiki's?The former. But I see you've only been around a few months so you're excused.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on August 08, 2015, 11:35:50 PM
The former. But I see you've only been around a few months so you're excused.
Thanks ::)
Post by: shalumov on August 20, 2015, 03:21:09 PM
BRG doesn't have an airline credit.
I thought it does: http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/67190 and https://rewards.americanexpress.com/olet/enroll?campaignId=br5v0615&offerType=afcgoldbr5v0001
let me know if I am missing something here.
Post by: D93 on August 20, 2015, 03:23:57 PM
I thought it does: http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/67190 and https://rewards.americanexpress.com/olet/enroll?campaignId=br5v0615&offerType=afcgoldbr5v0001That is for the Personal Gold not Business Gold.
let me know if I am missing something here.
Post by: shalumov on August 21, 2015, 01:50:18 AM
That is for the Personal Gold not Business Gold.
Got it. Thank you
Post by: Luvtotravel on August 23, 2015, 03:09:52 AM
Post by: tjak on August 23, 2015, 06:55:08 AM
i always see dan post on top of each airline deal that this card gives three points. but on actual card terms it says it needs to be booked with airline direct, so does priceline tickets qualify for triple rewards on airfare?Usually when you book thru an OTA the charge comes from the airline, so it would qualify. But in some cases when the charge comes from Priceline it would not qualify.
Post by: Luvtotravel on August 23, 2015, 01:49:54 PM
Post by: Josef.koney on August 23, 2015, 01:55:28 PM
Post by: D93 on August 23, 2015, 02:01:58 PM
Does anyone know if the charge for pggm needs to be less then 100 (like by plat.?) Thanks!It can be more than $100, and by Plat as well.
Post by: Josef.koney on August 23, 2015, 02:26:26 PM
It can be more than $100, and by Plat as well.No basis to the wiki?
Post by: D93 on August 23, 2015, 03:16:02 PM
No basis to the wiki?It's not in the wiki.
Post by: Josef.koney on August 23, 2015, 03:20:41 PM
It's not in the wiki.Go to 'My Reservations' and purchase Economy comfort (EC) seats on your plat card.<br />[<i>You may have to scroll "up" on the seatmap </i><i>using the hard-to-find scrollbar on the right, </i><i>to find the EC seats</i>].<br />EC prices fluctuate, the main things is that all your EC's add up to $200 or more, and that none of them are more than $150 each.<br />[
Post by: a mirrer on August 23, 2015, 03:21:21 PM
It's not in the wiki.from the wiki (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.0)
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the main things is that all your EC's add up to $200 or more, and that none of them are more than $150 each
Post by: D93 on August 23, 2015, 03:23:10 PM
Does anyone know if the charge for pggm needs to be less then 100 (like by plat.?) Thanks!
Post by: Josef.koney on August 23, 2015, 03:24:21 PM
You guys need glasses? It doesn't say what @josef.koney said.The only prob is if it's over 150? Not if it's over the actual amount that they give back?
Post by: D93 on August 23, 2015, 03:25:20 PM
The only prob is if it's over 150? Not if it's over the actual amount that they give back?
It can be more than $100, and by Plat as well.
Post by: maxie m on August 25, 2015, 02:20:10 AM
-1 I had 60k around a year and a half ago
Should I call POIDH or it's not gonna help?Now with the new amex platform I can finally prove it :D
Post by: TimT on August 25, 2015, 02:25:38 AM
Now with the new amex platform I can finally prove it :Dcool
Post by: maxie m on August 25, 2015, 02:28:48 AM
coolvindicated :)
Post by: TimT on August 25, 2015, 02:30:48 AM
vindicated :)Oh, I believed you
Post by: maxie m on August 25, 2015, 02:38:17 AM
Oh, I believed youthanks, many of us go by the if it's too good to be true... Method, Understandably
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 03:58:37 PM
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:02:21 PM
I had this card a while ago but never got the points for it could I get the card again and get the points?With amex it goes according to product, not bonus.
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:03:08 PM
With amex it goes according to product, not bonus.Tnx
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:05:54 PM
TnxYou didn't finish the minimum spend in 3 months ?
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:07:59 PM
You didn't finish the minimum spend in 3 months ?I did I called and they wanted a pic that I was supposed to get the points and I didn't have it.. Since then I take pictures
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:10:13 PM
I did I called and they wanted a pic that I was supposed to get the points and I didn't have it.. Since then I take picturesAre you referring to higher than normal signup bonus ?
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:10:50 PM
Are you referring to higher than normal signup bonus ?It was the reg 25000
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:12:34 PM
It was the reg 25000Its on their site. Why did they want pics ? Why should you not get it ?
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:13:52 PM
Its on their site. Why did they want pics ? Why should you not get it ?They said it wasn't registered when I got the card I told them it's on the website... They didn't want to give it
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:15:05 PM
They said it wasn't registered when I got the card I told them it's on the website... They didn't want to give itI never heard of that. How do you register the card ?
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:15:50 PM
I never heard of that. How do you register the card ?I don't remember it's few years back
Post by: TimT on August 26, 2015, 04:16:39 PM
I don't remember it's few years backDid you push it at the time & ask for managers or you just let it go ?
Post by: normaly2345 on August 26, 2015, 04:18:15 PM
Did you push it at the time & ask for managers or you just let it go ?I made a complaint they looked into it probably took over a week and then they got back to me. Then I just let it go
Post by: Amusch on September 03, 2015, 01:18:06 PM
If mine is expired, any chance they will still honor it?
Post by: D93 on September 03, 2015, 01:20:22 PM
Anyone have a 50K offer to spare?Try this link on different browsers and incognito.
If mine is expired, any chance they will still honor it?
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/premier-rewards-gold/
Post by: Amusch on September 11, 2015, 09:30:41 AM
Thanks so much!!! Bailed me out for missing RSVP deadline.
Post by: CS91 on September 13, 2015, 01:19:06 AM
Post by: coralsnake on September 13, 2015, 01:20:00 AM
For the BRG, even though it says on the statement that the bill must be paid upon receipt, is there any harm in waiting to pay it until the "Please pay by" date? At what point does it start to negatively affect me?Amex Business cards can only affect you when paid late.
Post by: CS91 on September 13, 2015, 01:20:46 AM
Amex Business cards can only affect you when paid late.When is it considered late? If I pass the "please pay by" date?
Post by: bznt on September 13, 2015, 01:21:13 AM
Post by: TimT on September 13, 2015, 01:24:32 AM
When is it considered late? If I pass the "please pay by" date?It should say on top of the bill when the next closing date is. Make sure to pay up by then.
Post by: CS91 on September 13, 2015, 01:25:23 AM
Post by: David Smith on October 09, 2015, 11:14:35 AM
Post by: benjie1305 on October 09, 2015, 11:22:49 AM
Can I get more than five au's free the first year?
No.
Post by: David Smith on October 09, 2015, 11:26:03 AM
No.The primary care will be free, but they'll charge me for the au?
Post by: rileywiles23 on October 09, 2015, 12:04:39 PM
The primary care will be free, but they'll charge me for the au?Yes. $35 each AU above 5.
Post by: MosheD on October 18, 2015, 10:39:49 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on October 19, 2015, 08:25:04 AM
Anyone with recent experience using someone else's offer for PRG/Personal Plat plz PM me. Urgent!
Unused offer targeted to a diff individual?
Post by: Scmcodes on October 20, 2015, 03:46:05 PM
Unused offer targeted to a diff individual?is this the regular offer?
Learn More
Apply Now
Special Offer For You
Get 50,000 Points
after you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months.†
Post by: David Smith on October 20, 2015, 03:47:04 PM
is this the regular offer?Yes
Special Offer For You
Get 50,000 Points
after you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months.
Post by: Scmcodes on October 31, 2015, 03:16:27 PM
Yesbest way for $100 ac is pggm? delta or jetblue
Post by: D93 on October 31, 2015, 03:30:48 PM
best way for $100 ac is pggm? delta or jetbluePGGM with Delta
Post by: coralsnake on November 02, 2015, 12:54:22 PM
Post by: thaber on November 06, 2015, 12:48:57 AM
Post by: eliraps on November 18, 2015, 02:57:53 PM
isn't it only one per account?
Post by: D93 on November 18, 2015, 03:01:47 PM
why do all my AUs login have the $100 airline credit on their login page?Correct
isn't it only one per account?
Post by: pixi on November 18, 2015, 04:05:23 PM
There is no insurance for trip cancellation on Amex BRG, correct?Correct.
Post by: CS91 on November 19, 2015, 02:05:33 PM
Post by: David Smith on November 19, 2015, 02:06:35 PM
For the 12 month rule for BRG (or any other Amex Biz card), is it 12 months since last bonus, or since the card was closed?Since card was closed.
Post by: CS91 on November 19, 2015, 02:20:19 PM
Since card was closed.
What do people around here generally do? Ride out the first year of no AF and use the Amex Offer benefits, or close it right away so that the clock starts? Trying to decide what to do with my SPG Biz and BRG... Are you more likely to run into F/R problems if you close right after getting the bonus?
Post by: p672 on November 29, 2015, 01:14:05 PM
(only figured the delta fggm after choosing aa)
Post by: a mirrer on November 29, 2015, 01:40:41 PM
(only figured the delta fggm after choosing aa)chat and they will let you change airlines
Post by: p672 on November 29, 2015, 02:11:10 PM
chat and they will let you change airlinesI actually did chat with them and they states that i could only change on january wich by then the credit for 2015 wil expire...
Post by: D93 on November 29, 2015, 02:15:54 PM
I actually did chat with them and they states that i could only change on january wich by then the credit for 2015 wil expire...
HUCA
Post by: p672 on November 29, 2015, 03:09:36 PM
HUCAThanks i HUCA`d and they changed to Delta.
Now sorry for my ignorance can you tell me exactly how how t pggm?
Post by: Josef.koney on November 29, 2015, 03:13:05 PM
Thanks i HUCA`d and they changed to Delta.There's a thread for that for plat. Its the same thing. Just for 100 not 200
Now sorry for my ignorance can you tell me exactly how how t pggm?
Post by: D93 on November 29, 2015, 03:16:50 PM
Thanks i HUCA`d and they changed to Delta.
Now sorry for my ignorance can you tell me exactly how how t pggm?
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.0
Post by: p672 on November 29, 2015, 11:52:11 PM
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.0
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Ty vm for all your help
Post by: Boruch999 on December 03, 2015, 10:00:05 AM
Post by: David Smith on December 03, 2015, 10:10:54 AM
Does PRG get 3x points booking through Orbitz?Yeah, iinm
Post by: Boruch999 on December 03, 2015, 10:15:11 AM
Post by: p672 on December 03, 2015, 10:30:14 AM
on my other amex card (spg g spg b delta) the bonus appeared a few days after meeting the purchase requirement
Post by: yuguy on December 03, 2015, 10:35:11 AM
how long for the 50k welcome bonus to appear ?
on my other amex card (spg g spg b delta) the bonus appeared a few days after meeting the purchase requirement
Should be the same--check the little '!' icon next to available points and it should show them as pending.
Post by: p672 on December 03, 2015, 10:38:11 AM
Should be the same--check the little '!' icon next to available points and it should show them as pending.just chcked thank you
Post by: D93 on December 07, 2015, 01:13:15 PM
Post by: Red on December 07, 2015, 03:15:50 PM
Anyone ever upgrade a PRG to Plat during the first year?Trying but getting a lot of resistance
Post by: p672 on December 07, 2015, 10:02:04 PM
For me and my wife it would be January 1st
I wanted to transfer the points to Iberia avios before December 31st.
Anyone manage to get the point earlier?
Would it help to HUCA again?
Post by: CS91 on December 08, 2015, 12:58:40 AM
I chatted with amex they said point will post after closing date after I paid bill (say two month from opening even though I Finnished the spend after a few days)If you paid the bill and you see the points as pending, you can sometimes get them to accelerate them and have them post. Give them a call and explain why you want the points.
For me and my wife it would be January 1st
I wanted to transfer the points to Iberia avios before December 31st.
Anyone manage to get the point earlier?
Would it help to HUCA again?
Post by: p672 on December 08, 2015, 01:09:14 AM
If you paid the bill and you see the points as pending, you can sometimes get them to accelerate them and have them post. Give them a call and explain why you want the points.Thanks for the info, I paid the bill and the points are pending, I'll call them Iy"h.
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on January 16, 2016, 08:00:44 PM
Post by: mordechain on January 16, 2016, 08:35:08 PM
Will a $100 AA git card work to get the AFC?Yes
Post by: D93 on January 17, 2016, 12:58:40 AM
Will a $100 AA git card work to get the AFC?
AFC?
Post by: David Smith on January 17, 2016, 01:00:29 AM
AFC?I'm guessing amex flight credit.
Post by: shauly on January 21, 2016, 04:35:11 AM
Quote
You also will NOT get additional points for purchases made at nightclubs, convenience stores, grocery stores, or supermarkets.
Post by: AJK on January 23, 2016, 08:01:03 PM
Did they change the 2x on grocery bonus? Amex landing page has no mention of it, and the terms say:I agree. That's misleading. But it isn't true.
Post by: Aron27 on February 04, 2016, 01:26:04 AM
Post by: TimT on February 04, 2016, 01:28:00 AM
If I don't pay the annual fee, i.e. I pay the whole bill minus the annual fee bec I want to only cancel the card right before the 60 day deadline, do I get charged interest??Pay it & get refunded
Post by: Aaaron on March 09, 2016, 06:15:43 PM
Post by: D93 on March 09, 2016, 06:16:20 PM
Anyone come across a 50/2 offer recently? A friend just got two and it doesn't appear to have language. Any way to use them from someone else's name like the biz cards?
RSVP?
Post by: Aaaron on March 09, 2016, 06:21:43 PM
RSVP?
Yeah, but same one for both. Not good news I take it? Both were addressed to the same person.
ETA: But the pages look different on each one.
Post by: meezewho1122 on March 09, 2016, 08:17:57 PM
Anyone come across a 50/2 offer recently? A friend just got two and it doesn't appear to have language. Any way to use them from someone else's name like the biz cards?sure, got same offers here for biz plat and gold cards for higher bonuses. no language , no restrictions. you can definatly use it for someone else. call and say that your that person which the offer was addressed to. when it comes to stating your LEGAL NAME, tell them the legal name. if questioned, say it had my HEBREW name on the envelope, but for birth certificate and SSN/public records, my legal name is used. done this all the time, works. Good luck!
Post by: meezewho1122 on March 09, 2016, 08:37:41 PM
Thanks for the info, I paid the bill and the points are pending, I'll call them Iy"h.Interesting point; I had just received a 150k bonus offer. showed pending after 3 weeks of card-membership. first statement was generated about 8 days into new account. so first statement already printed, charges posted, 150k points pending as of 3 weeks of new account being opened. Bill was paid in full but manager couldn't accelerate pending points cause was part of bonus and 2nd statement didn't print yet. he was able to accelerate the 33 points from 1st statement which was for regular spending, and boom! the moment he did the 33, it pushed all pending points along with bonus.
Post by: Aron27 on March 10, 2016, 11:01:58 AM
Post by: bermo on March 10, 2016, 11:20:02 AM
How long do I have to get an annual fee refunded?? 30 or 60 days?? Also have there been reports of them taking back retention bonuses??60 days from when the annual fee posts
Post by: benjie1305 on March 10, 2016, 11:22:27 AM
How long do I have to get an annual fee refunded??
60 days from AF posting.
Post by: D93 on March 10, 2016, 12:13:24 PM
How long do I have to get an annual fee refunded?? 30 or 60 days?? Also have there been reports of them taking back retention bonuses??
60 days from AF posting for a full refund, after that it's prorated.
Post by: Aron27 on March 10, 2016, 12:43:33 PM
60 days from AF posting for a full refund, after that it's prorated.Thanks.. Is there a problem with cancelling if I just received retention bonus??
Post by: D93 on March 10, 2016, 12:49:27 PM
Thanks.. Is there a problem with cancelling if I just received retention bonus??
No
Post by: Aron27 on March 10, 2016, 12:49:49 PM
NoThanks
Post by: CS91 on March 14, 2016, 10:01:17 AM
Post by: benjie1305 on March 14, 2016, 10:02:57 AM
Anyone have a link for the 50/1 offer that works? Tried some of the others in incognito but only getting 25k.
Try this (https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/personal-card-application/premier-rewards-gold-card/36501-10-0?intlink=us-CCSG-LearnMore-PRG-Apply) in incognito.
Post by: CS91 on March 14, 2016, 10:06:37 AM
Try this (https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/personal-card-application/premier-rewards-gold-card/36501-10-0?intlink=us-CCSG-LearnMore-PRG-Apply) in incognito.Getting the offer expired message. You were able to pull up the 50/1?
Post by: benjie1305 on March 14, 2016, 10:07:01 AM
Getting the offer expired message. You were able to pull up the 50/1?
Yes. Just now.
Post by: CS91 on March 14, 2016, 10:10:49 AM
Yes. Just now.Which browser?
Post by: benjie1305 on March 14, 2016, 10:11:30 AM
Which browser?
Chrome Incognito.
Post by: CS91 on March 14, 2016, 10:11:50 AM
Chrome Incognito.That's what I tried on. Weird.
Post by: benjie1305 on March 14, 2016, 10:12:23 AM
That's what I tried on. Weird.
Clear cookies. Try different browsers. Etc.
Post by: sammy n on March 14, 2016, 10:36:55 AM
That's what I tried on. Weird.Try Firefox private.
Post by: David1 on March 14, 2016, 05:12:27 PM
Try this (https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/personal-card-application/premier-rewards-gold-card/36501-10-0?intlink=us-CCSG-LearnMore-PRG-Apply) in incognito.Tried Incognito in Chrome and IE and both said offer is expired
Post by: sammy n on March 15, 2016, 12:58:34 PM
Tried Incognito in Chrome and IE and both said offer is expired
Try Firefox private.
Post by: danzz72 on March 17, 2016, 08:29:09 PM
So in my AMEX offers , I am pre-approved for the amex business gold with a whopping sign-up bonus of 75,000 points.
I really want this card and I would like to know what to put in on my application to be sure I adequately represent myself to be guaranteed accepted.
First off, what do I put for federal tax ID? and business name ? industry? estimated monthly spending?
secondly, i have credit score of 733 right now. is that good enough to be sure ill get the card?
TIA!
Post by: Aaaron on March 17, 2016, 08:43:51 PM
Hey guys,
So in my AMEX offers , I am pre-approved for the amex business gold with a whopping sign-up bonus of 75,000 points.
I really want this card and I would like to know what to put in on my application to be sure I adequately represent myself to be guaranteed accepted.
First off, what do I put for federal tax ID? and business name ? industry? estimated monthly spending?
secondly, i have credit score of 733 right now. is that good enough to be sure ill get the card?
TIA!
The easy answer is you put you federal EIN/TIN, and your business's name and industry, as well as the business's estimated monthly spend.
Second, there's never a guarantee to be accepted.
If you don't have an actual business entity but run some sort of side business, you can put its industry, estimated spend, "Your Name, Sole Proprietor," and use your social.
Post by: AJK on March 18, 2016, 09:27:23 AM
Hey guys,"adequately represent myself."
So in my AMEX offers , I am pre-approved for the amex business gold with a whopping sign-up bonus of 75,000 points.
I really want this card and I would like to know what to put in on my application to be sure I adequately represent myself to be guaranteed accepted.
First off, what do I put for federal tax ID? and business name ? industry? estimated monthly spending?
secondly, i have credit score of 733 right now. is that good enough to be sure ill get the card?
TIA!
Is that what kids are calling fraud these days?
You realize they're asking real questions to which they expect real answers and they're not asking you to make stuff up, right?
Post by: benjie1305 on March 18, 2016, 09:35:53 AM
"adequately represent myself."
Is that what kids are calling fraud these days?
You realize they're asking real questions to which they expect real answers and they're not asking you to make stuff up, right?
This reminds me of this (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=1716.msg1239519#msg1239519)
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 03:40:07 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on March 29, 2016, 04:26:08 PM
As many times as I try, I still can't get that 50k PRG offer to work. Keeps showing expired. Maybe something to do with IP address? Really want to apply for it...
Come to my place and Ill work the magic for you. :D
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 04:50:41 PM
Come to my place and Ill work the magic for you. :DLol. Are you doing anything besides for opening in incognito? Is there like a special trick that I'm not aware of?
Post by: benjie1305 on March 29, 2016, 04:53:09 PM
Lol. Are you doing anything besides for opening in incognito? Is there like a special trick that I'm not aware of?
This was just a moment ago:
(http://i.imgur.com/DsjwXKC.png)
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 04:58:33 PM
This was just a moment ago:Rubbing salt in the wound lol. And all you did was open Chrome in incognito and put in the link? That's it?
(http://i.imgur.com/DsjwXKC.png)
Post by: benjie1305 on March 29, 2016, 04:59:06 PM
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 05:00:22 PM
Yep.>:(
Post by: David Smith on March 29, 2016, 05:02:08 PM
Lol. Are you doing anything besides for opening in incognito? Is there like a special trick that I'm not aware of?There are some devices that just seem to be targeted. My phone had one browser that used to be targeted on a consistent basis, until it got updated by mistake. Until then, I got every single offer every single time, and since then, it's the same as anybody else.
Post by: emjee on March 29, 2016, 06:02:39 PM
As many times as I try, I still can't get that 50k PRG offer to work. Keeps showing expired. Maybe something to do with IP address? Really want to apply for it...do u keep doing it through link in incognito or are you using incognito to go to the Amex site ?
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 06:04:12 PM
do u keep doing it through link in incognito or are you using incognito to go to the Amex site ?I'm copying the link and pasting it into Chrome Incognito.
Post by: emjee on March 29, 2016, 06:30:22 PM
I'm copying the link and pasting it into Chrome Incognito.try it differently this time maybe . Go incognito . Go to Amex site and click "cards" tab by personal cards, click "learn about credit and charge cards" . I've had the offer show up by doing that more often than the link in incognito. TARB
Post by: CS91 on March 29, 2016, 06:31:16 PM
Post by: benjie1305 on March 29, 2016, 06:47:45 PM
Got a different link to work! :) :) :) :) :) :)
Post by: emjee on March 29, 2016, 07:01:55 PM
Got a different link to work! :) :) :) :) :) :)Awesome !
Post by: DoB on March 30, 2016, 07:16:06 AM
60 days from AF posting for a full refund, after that it's prorated.
Is my memory going or was the policy 90 days last year? I waited until day 68 to cancel, figuring I still had time to kill, and lost $33 in the process. Not the end of the world given what I've made off this card, but is there any chance I could get a full refund if I asked nicely enough, or is it not worth bothering?
I didn't even use the card since the fee posted, aside from one recurring payment that I forgot to switch to a different card, and then I made the mistake of waiting for the statement to close to make sure I'd get the points. I guess I shouldn't have waited.
Post by: benjie1305 on March 30, 2016, 07:17:26 AM
Is my memory going or was the policy 90 days last year? I waited until day 68 to cancel, figuring I still had time to kill, and lost $33 in the process. Not the end of the world given what I've made off this card, but is there any chance I could get a full refund if I asked nicely enough, or is it not worth bothering?
I didn't even use the card since the fee posted, aside from one recurring payment that I forgot to switch to a different card, and then I made the mistake of waiting for the statement to close to make sure I'd get the points. I guess I shouldn't have waited.
You won't get it. Is 60 days and also was 60 days last year for a full refund. After that it is prorated.
Post by: DoB on March 31, 2016, 12:01:20 AM
You won't get it. Is 60 days and also was 60 days last year for a full refund. After that it is prorated.
Yes, you're right - my memory is definitely going. I myself said it was 60 days last year! http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=29947.msg1041424#msg1041424
Oh well. I suppose I can live with an occasional $33 mistake as long as it doesn't happen too often.
Post by: youkay on April 10, 2016, 08:27:08 PM
Post by: emjee on April 11, 2016, 03:55:05 AM
Can one get approved for the PRG and receive bonus (no lang) while having one ?Yes
Post by: youkay on April 11, 2016, 11:44:48 AM
YesThanks
Post by: tuvz on May 03, 2016, 08:28:01 PM
Post by: Iz on May 03, 2016, 08:55:00 PM
50k PRG still around? Im only getting offer expired when following the link in incognitoYes. Keep trying. I finally got it in regular Chrome, not incognito.
Post by: Iz on May 08, 2016, 12:51:29 AM
Post by: Jay s on May 08, 2016, 01:03:51 AM
Is the airline credit on PRG exactly the same as on Plat, just 100 instead of 200, or are there any other differences? Thanks.No difference
Post by: Iz on May 08, 2016, 08:54:40 AM
No differenceThank you.
Post by: dgordon on May 13, 2016, 09:39:02 AM
Post by: TimT on May 13, 2016, 10:38:43 AM
I have had good success using the Tor browser. It's a bit slow of course, but it's super easy to install, and gives you a different IP address every time you open the browser. The only offer I haven't seen via Tor is the 75k BRG.Which offers have you gotten ?
Post by: chinagel on May 15, 2016, 08:57:16 PM
Post by: Dave A on May 17, 2016, 10:28:01 AM
Post by: LoLo on May 17, 2016, 10:30:25 AM
Can't seem to find this upthread ... sorry if asked/answered ... spouse has an offer to upgrade PRG to Plat for 25k MR with one purchase. Will that exclude her from signup bonus on Plat (which she's never had) down the line?Yes
Post by: rileywiles23 on May 17, 2016, 11:00:31 AM
Can't seem to find this upthread ... sorry if asked/answered ... spouse has an offer to upgrade PRG to Plat for 25k MR with one purchase. Will that exclude her from signup bonus on Plat (which she's never had) down the line?Yes.
Post by: rileywiles23 on May 18, 2016, 07:34:26 AM
Post by: emjee on May 18, 2016, 07:49:19 AM
If I already got prg airline credit, then upgraded to plat. and downgrade again all within one calendar year, can I get the prg airline credit again ?Nope
Post by: chofetzchaim on May 18, 2016, 12:56:04 PM
Post by: Chapshnell on May 18, 2016, 01:03:00 PM
I got an email that my Gold card now offers $75 hotel credit. Is there a PGGM type thing for this?
mind posting a screenshot of the email without personal info? Thanks
Post by: shwarmabob on May 26, 2016, 01:34:57 PM
"We’re sorry.
We're unable to process your airline selection at this time. Either your log-in information was incorrect or your Card account is not eligible for this benefit."
it's a BGR, why wouldn't it be eligible?
Post by: cholent on May 26, 2016, 01:41:39 PM
I get this when trying to select my airline for the Airline Fee CreditThe prg has an airline credit, the bgr doesn't
"We’re sorry.
We're unable to process your airline selection at this time. Either your log-in information was incorrect or your Card account is not eligible for this benefit."
it's a BGR, why wouldn't it be eligible?
Post by: Shauly101 on June 08, 2016, 11:42:31 AM
any other airline thats easy ?
Post by: Scmcodes on June 08, 2016, 12:30:42 PM
PGGM with Delta is still working? or the E Class killed it?Illegal Question!!!!!!!!
any other airline thats easy ?
Post by: Shauly101 on June 08, 2016, 01:23:17 PM
Illegal Question!!!!!!!!
you can delete the thread if it bothers you!!
Post by: Scmcodes on June 08, 2016, 03:35:42 PM
you can delete the thread if it bothers you!!
Does the P--M method still work? Why was the wiki with the details deleted?everyone asks the question but doesnt Realize why it was deleted if you know than good otherwise they say its an illegal question
Post by: Scmcodes on June 08, 2016, 03:36:57 PM
you can delete the thread if it bothers you!!http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.0
Post by: David Smith on June 08, 2016, 03:39:52 PM
everyone asks the question but doesnt Realize why it was deleted if you know than good otherwise they say its an illegal questionYou seem to know precisely what's going on. Good to know.
Post by: Scmcodes on June 08, 2016, 03:43:16 PM
You seem to know precisely what's going on. Good to know.not exactly but i read alot here and see what goes on like the fly on the wall.
Post by: ckmk47 on June 08, 2016, 04:14:33 PM
PGGM with Delta is still working? or the E Class killed it?jet blue allows pets for a fee.
any other airline thats easy ?
Post by: ckmk47 on June 08, 2016, 04:15:54 PM
Post by: Scmcodes on June 08, 2016, 04:20:25 PM
Amex added the airline credit to the PRG card. Did they also add Global entry, or I'm just dreaming?dreaming
Post by: Ydad on June 08, 2016, 04:21:09 PM
Amex added the airline credit to the PRG card. Did they also add Global entry, or I'm just dreaming ?That.
Post by: chofetzchaim on June 09, 2016, 06:15:31 PM
jet blue allows pets for a fee.I get my airline credit by buying mileage flights on Southwest with companion pass. That's $5.60*2 for each flight so takes 9 flights per year to get the full $100 credit. I guess Platinum would be double that
Post by: emjee on June 09, 2016, 08:29:57 PM
I get my airline credit by buying mileage flights on Southwest with companion pass. That's $5.60*2 for each flight so takes 9 flights per year to get the full $100 credit. I guess Platinum would be double thatToo much work
Post by: googwallet on June 10, 2016, 09:02:08 AM
Post by: chinagel on June 14, 2016, 02:59:19 PM
Post by: mochjas on June 14, 2016, 05:32:30 PM
is the prg downgradeable in the first year if it has af waived? anyone with success?why would you want to downgrade it in the first year?
Post by: keemster26 on June 16, 2016, 04:17:57 PM
Post by: mochjas on June 16, 2016, 04:19:28 PM
New offer from doc http://www.doctorofcredit.com/get-65000-mr-points-premier-rewards-gold/actually doc and everyone else got it from here. It was first on ddf
Post by: keemster26 on June 16, 2016, 04:19:55 PM
actually doc and everyone else got it from here. It was first on ddfOo. My bad
Post by: David Smith on June 16, 2016, 04:23:38 PM
actually doc and everyone else got it from here. It was first on ddfI think everyone got it from amex, to be honest. It showed up on a couple of forums around the same time. DDF likely was the first, though.
Post by: mochjas on June 16, 2016, 04:24:50 PM
I think everyone got it from amex, to be honest. It showed up on a couple of forums around the same time. DDF likely was the first, though.it definitely seemed to me that ddf was first
Post by: TimT on June 16, 2016, 04:35:23 PM
Post by: mochjas on June 16, 2016, 04:43:02 PM
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=55500.msg1494487#msg1494487yes that is what I was referring to
Post by: Iz on June 23, 2016, 01:29:01 PM
1 - 40k/2k spend now + 25k/2k spend next year
2 - 50k/2k spend now
Which one is more worthwhile? I don't mind waiting a year for the extra points, but the question is whether I'd need to pay the AF next year (this year is waived), or could I cancel/downgrade right after the 25k posts, and have the AF credited or prorated?
What do you think? Thanks.
Post by: mochjas on June 23, 2016, 01:33:32 PM
I have 2 offers for PRG:yes if you don't mind waiting you can spend the 2k right away and cancel within 30 days of them billing the annual fee
1 - 40k/2k spend now + 25k/2k spend next year
2 - 50k/2k spend now
Which one is more worthwhile? I don't mind waiting a year for the extra points, but the question is whether I'd need to pay the AF next year (this year is waived), or could I cancel/downgrade right after the 25k posts, and have the AF credited or prorated?
What do you think? Thanks.
Post by: TimT on June 23, 2016, 01:33:50 PM
I have 2 offers for PRG:The days of prorated are over.
1 - 40k/2k spend now + 25k/2k spend next year
2 - 50k/2k spend now
Which one is more worthwhile? I don't mind waiting a year for the extra points, but the question is whether I'd need to pay the AF next year (this year is waived), or could I cancel/downgrade right after the 25k posts, and have the AF credited or prorated?
What do you think? Thanks.
Post by: Iz on June 23, 2016, 01:37:01 PM
The days of prorated are over.Got it. But do you agree with this?
yes if you don't mind waiting you can spend the 2k right away and cancel within 30 days of them billing the annual feeAlso, I just realized that $100 of the $195 AF is basically irrelevant, due to the airline credit that I would have in Jan. 2018. Am I missing something?
Post by: unclesam on June 23, 2016, 01:44:45 PM
The days of prorated are over.even for downgrading?
Post by: emjee on June 23, 2016, 01:47:31 PM
Got it. But do you agree with this?Also, I just realized that $100 of the $195 AF is basically irrelevant, due to the airline credit that I would have in Jan. 2018. Am I missing something?Agreed . No more prorated. downgrade or cancel within 30 days or PIF AF.
And yes . If you apply now , u will get airline credit for '16,'17 & '18 if u don't mind waiting that long
Post by: Iz on June 23, 2016, 01:49:42 PM
Agreed . No more prorated. downgrade or cancel within 30 days or PIF AF.Thanks.
And yes . If you apply now , u will get airline credit for '16,'17 & '18 if u don't mind waiting that long
Post by: Iz on June 23, 2016, 07:22:26 PM
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I've spent a long time on the phone with Amex, and they haven't been able to help me, although I gave them the offer code. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
Post by: rabshi on July 10, 2016, 11:07:33 AM
is the prg downgradeable in the first year if it has af waived? anyone with success?
I tried downgrading now since the AF will be posted by end of month, the said there's no way to downgrade since PRG is a charge card which they don't have a no-fee alternative. The only thing that can be done is closing the PRG & opening a Credit Card.
Any one has experience with this?
Post by: David Smith on July 10, 2016, 11:16:17 AM
I tried downgrading now since the AF will be posted by end of month, the said there's no way to downgrade since PRG is a charge card which they don't have a no-fee alternative. The only thing that can be done is closing the PRG & opening a Credit Card.How about doing a bit of research into downgrade options for the PRG before asking them to downgrade you to a no AF card?
Any one has experience with this?
Post by: Square on July 10, 2016, 11:35:22 AM
For some reason, every time I click on the 65k PRG offer, I get an error:Old question, but for future reference this error means that you have too much web cookies. If you go directly to the page in incognito browser it should work.
Bad Request
Your browser sent a request that this server could not understand.
Size of a request header field exceeds server limit.
I've spent a long time on the phone with Amex, and they haven't been able to help me, although I gave them the offer code. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
Post by: Iz on July 10, 2016, 12:07:16 PM
Old question, but for future reference this error means that you have too much web cookies. If you go directly to the page in incognito browser it should work.Thanks.
Post by: rabshi on July 11, 2016, 02:41:26 AM
I tried downgrading now since the AF will be posted by end of month, the said there's no way to downgrade since PRG is a charge card which they don't have a no-fee alternative. The only thing that can be done is closing the PRG & opening a Credit Card.
Any one has experience with this?
How about doing a bit of research into downgrade options for the PRG before asking them to downgrade you to a no AF card?
Where can I do that research?
What do you mean by saying "downgrade options for the PRG"? Does that mean stying with the PRG without paying AF forever?
Post by: David Smith on July 11, 2016, 08:41:41 AM
Where can I do that research?http://bfy.tw/6ggE
What do you mean by saying "downgrade options for the PRG"? Does that mean stying with the PRG without paying AF forever?
Post by: Brian93 on July 11, 2016, 09:41:06 PM
Any reports about this?
Post by: jameswacht on July 13, 2016, 12:14:19 AM
https://m.reddit.com/r/churning/comments/4s2nri/amex_prg_authorized_users_receiving_their_own_100/+1 anyone?
Any reports about this?
Post by: David Smith on July 13, 2016, 12:18:55 AM
https://m.reddit.com/r/churning/comments/4s2nri/amex_prg_authorized_users_receiving_their_own_100/
Any reports about this?
+1 anyone?A clueless rep with a clueless customer. Irrelevant.
Post by: teenguy on July 15, 2016, 06:10:34 PM
Post by: TimT on July 15, 2016, 06:13:17 PM
If I am Platinum card, can I still apply for gold premier and get 50K bonus?yes
Post by: Iz on July 15, 2016, 06:23:43 PM
If I am Platinum card, can I still apply for gold premier and get 50K bonus?I didn't know a card could get a card. ;D
Post by: teenguy on July 16, 2016, 05:06:40 AM
I didn't know a card could get a card. ;D
lol.. auto correct..
But if I, the platinum card were able to get her - the premier gold card, then the babies would be green. I can trust that they are mine, specially now when i have to hold on to premier gold for 2 years to get more bonus MR. But I have Commitment issues.. ;)
Post by: S209 on July 16, 2016, 09:51:48 PM
Post by: teenguy on July 17, 2016, 07:56:16 AM
Post by: nsastamps on July 18, 2016, 11:11:24 PM
Post by: rileywiles23 on July 18, 2016, 11:26:55 PM
Question: If i closed my card and then reopened (reinstated) a couple of weeks later, do i get an additional airline credit fee for this year?No
Post by: nsastamps on July 18, 2016, 11:40:47 PM
Post by: unavailable on August 04, 2016, 01:39:15 PM
Post by: israel11219 on August 04, 2016, 04:15:37 PM
Noi received $200 airline credit on platinum and downgraded for PRG back in may, could i get this year another $100 airline credit since this is now a different product?
Post by: emjee on August 04, 2016, 04:30:01 PM
i received $200 airline credit on platinum and downgraded for PRG back in may, could i get this year another $100 airline credit since this is now a different product?Yes
Post by: israel11219 on August 04, 2016, 05:19:09 PM
YesThanks
Post by: greatdeals on August 15, 2016, 08:18:07 AM
or can you use a AU card?
Post by: teenguy on August 15, 2016, 12:47:54 PM
in order to get the $100 airline credit does it have to be charged to the primary card
or can you use a AU card?
similar question..
can i use the airline credit on add on cards as a seperate $100 or not?
Post by: David Smith on August 15, 2016, 12:57:05 PM
in order to get the $100 airline credit does it have to be charged to the primary cardAU is fine
or can you use a AU card?
similar question..AU cards don't get a separate $100
can i use the airline credit on add on cards as a seperate $100 or not?
Post by: db23 on August 16, 2016, 02:05:44 PM
2 cards: prg ameriprise & mercdez plat
Post by: LoLo on August 16, 2016, 02:15:12 PM
if i sign up for two cards in one day but not at same time-will that count as one hard pull by amex?Yes, One HP.
2 cards: prg ameriprise & mercdez plat
Post by: db23 on August 16, 2016, 02:21:36 PM
just worried that it will be pending status.
one time i did 2bm and one got approved and one was pending for a few days which was very annoying. the agent said that happened bec i applied for two cards on the same day.
btw prg ameriprize just signed up for it came with a 25k bonus $1000 in 3 months. think the bonus is usually much less than that.
Post by: LoLo on August 16, 2016, 02:35:13 PM
thanks!That happens when you apply for two credit cards, charge cards don't have the 5 day hold.
just worried that it will be pending status.
one time i did 2bm and one got approved and one was pending for a few days which was very annoying. the agent said that happened bec i applied for two cards on the same day.
Post by: db23 on August 16, 2016, 02:38:06 PM
That happens when you apply for two credit cards, charge cards don't have the 5 day hold.
oh nice!
thanks for info.
Post by: srf60 on August 30, 2016, 09:44:11 AM
Reps (chat) are saying they can't do it in the first year......
Tia
Post by: emjee on August 30, 2016, 10:56:42 AM
How can I get this downgraded to green?ECCA
Reps (chat) are saying they can't do it in the first year......
Tia
Post by: keemster26 on August 30, 2016, 11:06:54 AM
ECCA?
Post by: B.D.Da'ehu on August 30, 2016, 11:07:29 AM
?End Chat Chat Again?
Post by: keemster26 on August 30, 2016, 11:07:52 AM
Enter Chat Chat Again?Thanks
Post by: emjee on August 30, 2016, 11:09:31 AM
?End Chat Chat again
You've successfully done this multiple times?once or twice personally.
Post by: emjee on August 30, 2016, 11:15:10 AM
Interesting. PC in first year when AF is waived is usually exceedingly difficult, being as it's illegal.Yup . Agreed . But has been done
Post by: srf60 on August 30, 2016, 10:34:04 PM
ECCADid it a few times, but no go..........
I know that they give a hard time.......
Post by: srf60 on September 21, 2016, 08:55:40 PM
Post by: shulem92 on September 25, 2016, 12:36:21 AM
Post by: David Smith on September 25, 2016, 12:37:27 AM
First year no AF. If I upgrade to plat and then downgrade will it still be free?Good luck upgrading first year...
Post by: shulem92 on September 25, 2016, 12:38:13 AM
Good luck upgrading first year...Well I guess that's my answer...lol
Post by: Aaaron on September 26, 2016, 11:39:46 AM
Post by: mochjas on September 26, 2016, 11:50:09 AM
Just got mail for all my BGRs that they're automatically enrolled in a spend 5k between 10/1 and 12/31 get 25k bonus MR. Not sure if targeted.5k total spend for 25k points or up to to 25k points for spending 25k in 5k increments? I got the latter.
Post by: Aaaron on September 26, 2016, 12:00:54 PM
5k total spend for 25k points or up to to 25k points for spending 25k in 5k increments? I got the latter.
The former.
Post by: Aaaron on September 27, 2016, 02:51:45 PM
5k total spend for 25k points or up to to 25k points for spending 25k in 5k increments? I got the latter.
My colleague got the latter today, it's more of a pamphlet and it has the Chssidish guy on it :)
The ones I got came in an envelope. (And today I got a similar offer on my Plat for 40k MR after 5k spend during the same period.
Post by: farmbochur on September 27, 2016, 03:15:20 PM
Pic?
Post by: sag95 on September 27, 2016, 03:23:22 PM
Chossidish guy?It was posted here at least once before.
Pic?
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160927/0fb7e7b1dd3d646c2d95b0b12da056f9.jpg)
Post by: bermo on September 27, 2016, 03:24:16 PM
My colleague got the latter today, it's more of a pamphlet and it has the Chssidish guy on it :)Been around for a while
The ones I got came in an envelope. (And today I got a similar offer on my Plat for 40k MR after 5k spend during the same period.
Post by: Aaaron on September 27, 2016, 03:48:35 PM
Been around for a while
What has?
Post by: bermo on September 27, 2016, 03:49:18 PM
What has?That pic
Post by: Aaaron on September 27, 2016, 03:51:00 PM
That pic
Correct. But now it's on the outside of their mailers.
Post by: Aaaron on September 27, 2016, 03:58:49 PM
(http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu313/anaiman/20160927_154924_zpsapnhtkcw.jpg) (http://s659.photobucket.com/user/anaiman/media/20160927_154924_zpsapnhtkcw.jpg.html)
And this is the other offer:
(http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu313/anaiman/20160926_120017_zpsnh9a3wmv.jpg) (http://s659.photobucket.com/user/anaiman/media/20160926_120017_zpsnh9a3wmv.jpg.html)
Post by: emjee on September 27, 2016, 06:27:40 PM
Post by: googwallet on October 02, 2016, 10:43:55 AM
Post by: ilherman on October 05, 2016, 10:51:53 PM
Post by: mmgfarb on October 05, 2016, 11:38:00 PM
Is there a limit in the spend to get x3 on Airline purchases? Like the Ink has 50k to get x5 when shopping in office supplies stores.No
Post by: chinagel on November 26, 2016, 07:56:08 PM
Post by: Azis Papa on November 26, 2016, 09:50:10 PM
Can the credit be used right up to December 31 or does it have to post on a current year statement?
TIA.
Post by: mmgfarb on November 26, 2016, 10:10:22 PM
Nearly year-end and I haven't used my PRG airline credit yet. Are there any good ways to use the credit other than paying for seats and in-flight beverages?Use MPX.
Can the credit be used right up to December 31 or does it have to post on a current year statement?
TIA.
Post by: Alexsei on November 28, 2016, 09:54:29 PM
Post by: ah giten on December 08, 2016, 01:45:09 AM
Post by: zer0k1 on December 08, 2016, 02:08:53 AM
Anybody has a link for 50k+?
PM someone who might have :)
Post by: ah giten on December 08, 2016, 02:21:11 AM
PM someone who might have :)Scratching my head
Post by: emjee on December 08, 2016, 04:19:44 AM
Post by: David Smith on December 08, 2016, 04:33:17 AM
Scratching my headIt's not good for your scalp. You should really stop.
Post by: eli1571 on December 08, 2016, 04:58:39 AM
Post by: emjee on December 08, 2016, 07:01:28 AM
AF due this week, don't need card anymore any way to change to a free card ??Nope . Cheapest charge card which is green is $95 . However if it's worth it for you to keep that way then you might as well just get airline credit for '17 and it'll be the same while keeping it prg with the perks that green doesn't have
Post by: Jardins on December 11, 2016, 07:47:53 PM
Post by: samtam on December 14, 2016, 08:51:33 AM
Post by: emjee on December 14, 2016, 08:53:26 AM
Post by: kivabb on December 14, 2016, 10:25:13 AM
Post by: JACKBLUE on December 14, 2016, 02:20:26 PM
Got offer to upgrade my PRG to Plat and receive 25K MR points after $2K spend. Figured I could also do December and January $200 airline. Just curious if anyone has gotten recently any targeted offer to receive 50K MR points for taking upgradegot that same offer via email, but in my account i have a offer to upgrade to platinum and get 50k MR for 5k spend.
Post by: kivabb on December 14, 2016, 02:23:02 PM
got that same offer via email, but in my account i have a offer to upgrade to platinum and get 50k MR for 5k spend.
Thanks. I'll look out and wait until December 29th or so before I commit.
Post by: maxmiles on December 14, 2016, 02:28:32 PM
got that same offer via email, but in my account i have a offer to upgrade to platinum and get 50k MR for 5k spend.I got it as well, Question- will it work if i already have a plat card?
Post by: JACKBLUE on December 14, 2016, 02:29:18 PM
I got it as well, Question- will it work if i already have a plat card?sure will
Post by: Traveller on December 14, 2016, 09:36:48 PM
got that same offer via email, but in my account i have a offer to upgrade to platinum and get 50k MR for 5k spend.
Oh I wish I saw this earlier. I got that email and figured it was a no brainer and upgraded on the phone. Little did I know that there are better offers for upgrading.
Post by: Traveller on December 14, 2016, 09:38:00 PM
Oh I wish I saw this earlier. I got that email and figured it was a no brainer and upgraded on the phone. Little did I know that there are better offers for upgrading.
The email offer was the 25k for 2000 spending.
Any way of changing it now to the better offer?
Post by: Traveller on December 14, 2016, 09:39:42 PM
Thanks. I'll look out and wait until December 29th or so before I commit.
As long as you spend on the airline before Dec. 29 that airline credit will count for 2016 and you could triple dip?
Post by: emjee on December 15, 2016, 09:55:30 AM
you could triple dip?ofcourse
Post by: kivabb on December 15, 2016, 10:05:08 AM
ofcourse
Which is the 3rd? December, January and ?
Post by: BarryLincoln on December 15, 2016, 10:13:15 AM
Which is the 3rd? December, January and ?
Next January...
Post by: 12HRS on December 15, 2016, 10:40:03 AM
Quote
The Platinum Card is issued by American Express Centurion Bank. ©2016 American Express Centurion Bank. All rights reserved.
OFFER TERMS
Earn 50,000 points after you spend $5,000 in purchases on the Card within the first 3 months of Card Membership
To be eligible to earn the 50,000 Membership Rewards points, you must be enrolled in the Membership Rewards program at the time of purchase. 50,000 Membership Rewards points will be credited to your account after you charge a total of $5,000 (the "Threshold Amount") or more of purchases on your Platinum Card® from American Express within the first 3 months of Platinum Card® Membership. Qualifying purchases can be made by the Basic Card Member and any Additional Card Members on a single Card account.
The following charges do NOT count towards the Threshold Amount: fees or interest charges; purchases of travelers checks; purchases or reloading of prepaid cards; or purchases of other cash equivalents.
Points will be credited to your Membership Rewards account within 6-8 weeks after charges appear on your monthly billing statement. If you have any questions regarding this offer, please call the number on the back of your Card.
Purchases may fall outside of the 3 month period in some cases, such as a delay in merchants submitting transactions to us or if the purchase date differs from the date you made the transaction. (For example, if you buy goods online, the purchase date may be the date the goods are shipped). For questions regarding your Card account, please call the number on the back of your Card.
Terms and Conditions for the Membership Rewards® program apply. Visit membershiprewards.com/terms or call 1-800-AXP-EARN (297-3276) for more information. Participating partners and available rewards are subject to change without notice.
The value of Membership Rewards points varies according to how you choose to use them. To learn more, go to www.membershiprewards.com/pointsinfo.
Post by: Traveller on December 15, 2016, 02:59:21 PM
ofcourse
Does it not make a difference when your closing date is?
Post by: mmgfarb on December 15, 2016, 03:02:08 PM
Does it not make a difference when your closing date is?No
Post by: Traveller on December 15, 2016, 03:12:30 PM
NoAnyone have any ideas how to get the 50000 points platinum card upgrade offer if I just upgraded for the 25000 one over the phone yesterday?
Post by: mochjas on December 15, 2016, 03:20:55 PM
Anyone have any ideas how to get the 50000 points platinum card upgrade offer if I just upgraded for the 25000 one over the phone yesterday?it is targeted so if your account was not targeted you can't get it. The only thing you could have done was wait for a better offer to come along.
Post by: Yhgfkj on December 15, 2016, 06:04:25 PM
Anyone have any ideas how to get the 50000 points platinum card upgrade offer if I just upgraded for the 25000 one over the phone yesterday?you should have asked before
Post by: chinagel on December 15, 2016, 10:20:52 PM
Post by: ddd041169 on December 16, 2016, 08:41:52 AM
Post by: ddd041169 on December 16, 2016, 08:47:22 AM
Post by: chinagel on December 18, 2016, 10:22:24 PM
Post by: yitzyul on December 22, 2016, 06:41:52 PM
I don't have another Amex personal card, except SPG,can I have them move the credit to SPG? (The Premier doesn't even have a credit limit) Or should I just cancel the card?
Post by: chinagel on December 22, 2016, 07:05:28 PM
AF hit Dec 2 Will cancel Jan 1st after I make Airline purchase.how can you move credit if theres no CL
I don't have another Amex personal card, except SPG,can I have them move the credit to SPG? (The Premier doesn't even have a credit limit) Or should I just cancel the card?
Post by: yitzyul on December 22, 2016, 07:20:38 PM
how can you move credit if theres no CLTrue...lol what other options are there? downgrade to a free one?
Post by: chinagel on December 22, 2016, 07:31:16 PM
True...lol what other options are there? downgrade to a free one?theres no free charge card. green is the cheapest at 95 a year. probably just cancel
Post by: rng on December 23, 2016, 01:09:35 PM
See the wiki here. (http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=3802.msg1165354#msg1165354)what happened to this link?
Post by: shulem92 on December 24, 2016, 07:55:20 PM
what happened to this link?Its been deleted
Post by: mmgfarb on December 24, 2016, 08:00:41 PM
Its been deletedWhat thread was that?
Post by: shulem92 on December 24, 2016, 08:11:26 PM
What thread was that?Follow the quote. Hint it had the word PGGM in it
Post by: mmgfarb on December 24, 2016, 08:33:10 PM
Follow the quote. Hint it had the word PGGM in itI was too lazy to click on the quote
Post by: Azis Papa on December 25, 2016, 01:41:17 PM
and
Will the $50 count toward meeting their spend or does the credit negate the spend $$?
Thanks very much.
Post by: mmgfarb on December 25, 2016, 02:00:05 PM
If I used $50 of airline fee credit on a primary card can an authorized user use $50 on their card and get the credit?Yes to both.
and
Will the $50 count toward meeting their spend or does the credit negate the spend $$?
Thanks very much.
Post by: srap on January 01, 2017, 12:47:43 AM
Post by: mmgfarb on January 01, 2017, 12:48:15 AM
Do all the airlines and registry listed in the Plat wiki apply to the PRG travel credit also?Yes
Post by: JTZ on January 01, 2017, 06:08:48 AM
Yes to both.?
One was an "or" question.
Post by: David Smith on January 01, 2017, 06:24:41 AM
?Paradoxically enough, even considering that, his answer was still accurate in a sense. The wonders of amex.
One was an "or" question.
Post by: yitzyul on January 01, 2017, 02:47:16 PM
Post by: solls108 on January 04, 2017, 10:13:41 AM
Post by: rileywiles23 on January 04, 2017, 02:47:29 PM
From the time of the payment for the AF for this card, how long after do I have to cancel the card and get a full refund? 60 or 90 days?30 days from when the AF was charged, to get full refund.
Post by: solls108 on January 04, 2017, 09:18:56 PM
Post by: lifetimedeals on January 04, 2017, 11:33:24 PM
Post by: booyaa on January 06, 2017, 02:54:17 PM
got that same offer via email, but in my account i have a offer to upgrade to platinum and get 50k MR for 5k spend.
Just got this in my account too when navigating to PRG account. This is pretty much as good as it's going to get for upgrade right?
Post by: JACKBLUE on January 06, 2017, 03:32:17 PM
Just got this in my account too when navigating to PRG account. This is pretty much as good as it's going to get for upgrade right?its the best offer I got so far for a upgrade.....
Post by: Thingywingy on February 07, 2017, 07:32:37 PM
Post by: jameswacht on February 07, 2017, 09:42:18 PM
Any current offers for 50k?+1
Post by: basketnarb on February 27, 2017, 10:30:02 AM
Post by: mochjas on February 27, 2017, 10:45:41 AM
Got a 75K for $5K offer in the mail last week. Got approved today.language?
Post by: basketnarb on February 27, 2017, 12:11:22 PM
language?not sure what that means?
Post by: yuguy on March 08, 2017, 09:19:41 PM
Post by: myi on March 12, 2017, 04:38:27 PM
I recently opened up the Business Gold for my wife - and after applying added myself as AU (no fee Green). I went to add an additional person and said that I need to call to do so. Red flag, or standard procedure?Just want to verify it's you,when you said I need to call to do so you are referring to whom?
Post by: emjee on March 12, 2017, 06:27:24 PM
I recently opened up the Business Gold for my wife - and after applying added myself as AU (no fee Green). I went to add an additional person and said that I need to call to do so. Red flag, or standard procedure?Its fine
Just want to verify it's you,when you said I need to call to do so you are referring to whom?His wife
Post by: yuguy on March 13, 2017, 09:08:22 AM
Its fine His wife
Thanks - I called and no problem.
Post by: emjee on March 13, 2017, 03:41:40 PM
Thanks - I called and no problem.
Post by: davidd75 on March 21, 2017, 12:38:55 PM
Post by: as2 on March 21, 2017, 01:07:29 PM
when booking an airline ticket with amex points I see to value of these points is a penny per point; is that the normal ratio or is there a current promotion?That is the standard rate for amex travel.
Post by: Emgee on May 03, 2017, 11:38:22 AM
Post by: ual902 on May 03, 2017, 04:27:34 PM
Can this be appealed to Amex to pay the balance and get back the points?.
Post by: as2 on May 03, 2017, 04:42:47 PM
Asking for friend who did not realize that he owed Amex $19.96 for several months and just received a letter from Amex that his Amex account is closed, balance is now zero and 250K MR points gone.You can try, but how will he explain why he didn't see his mail, email, phone alerts etc...
Can this be appealed to Amex to pay the balance and get back the points?.
Post by: ual902 on May 03, 2017, 09:46:51 PM
You can try, but how will he explain why he didn't see his mail, email, phone alerts etc...
Got the card and the points reinstated, lessons learnt when managing 20 different cards for various friends and family always check each account monthly for any amount due.
Post by: 12HRS on May 03, 2017, 10:13:14 PM
Got the card and the points reinstated, lessons learnt when managing 20 different cards for various friends and family always check each account monthly for any amount due.
Better check his credit report also
Post by: Yhgfkj on May 03, 2017, 11:54:37 PM
Got the card and the points reinstated, lessons learnt when managing 20 different cards for various friends and family always check each account monthly for any amount due.use an app like mint
Post by: ual902 on May 03, 2017, 11:58:27 PM
Better check his credit report also
Yeah I know, i told him to start spending on the card then pay the bill before the due dates to repair the credit damage.
But the main part of this was to be able to save the 250k MR.
Post by: ual902 on May 03, 2017, 11:58:42 PM
use an app like mint
Thanks
Post by: David Smith on May 04, 2017, 03:06:43 AM
Yeah I know, i told him to start spending on the card then pay the bill before the due dates to repair the credit damage.A 90+ day late can be a lot more expensive than 250k MR.
But the main part of this was to be able to save the 250k MR.
Post by: 12HRS on May 05, 2017, 01:48:26 AM
Quote
You will earn one point for each dollar charged for an eligible purchase in each billing period on your Premier Rewards Gold Card from American Express. You will get: 2 additional points (for a total of 3 points) for airfare on a scheduled flight charged directly with passenger airlines (charter flights and private jet flights are excluded); 1 additional point (for a total of 2 points) for each dollar charged at restaurants located in the US; 1 additional point (for a total of 2 points) for gasoline at gas stations located in the U.S. (superstores, supermarkets and warehouse clubs that sell gasoline are not considered gas stations); and 1 additional point (for a total of 2 points) for purchases at supermarkets located in the U.S. (superstores and warehouse clubs are not considered supermarkets). To get additional points for a restaurant purchase, the purchase must be at a restaurant located in the United States. You will NOT get additional points for purchases made at a restaurant owned by a U.S. company but located outside the U.S. (e.g. Hard Rock Café in Paris). You also will NOT get additional points for purchases at nightclubs, convenience stores, grocery stores, or supermarkets. You may not get additional points for purchases at a restaurant located within another establishment (e.g. a restaurant inside a hotel, casino, or event venue). For example, purchases made at a restaurant located within a hotel may be recognized as a purchase at a hotel, not a restaurant.
Bolding mine. Can anyone make sense of what the second sentence is saying in relation to the first.
Post by: Azis Papa on May 22, 2017, 05:47:12 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 22, 2017, 05:50:11 PM
I still had $58 left to go on the $100 Airline Fee Credit and I got hit with the AF so I bought a $60 Delta eGC. It's been a week and no credit has posted. Does it not apply if the GC is >$50? Or is it something else?reports that it takes much longer then used to.
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=4458.msg1723738#msg1723738
Post by: tzifanya54 on May 22, 2017, 06:06:21 PM
Post by: Azis Papa on May 22, 2017, 06:08:10 PM
reports that it takes much longer then used to.Thanks. I'll post if/when it comes in.
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=4458.msg1723738#msg1723738
I want to avoid the AF. What is the policy these days for PRG, do I still have 60 days to cancel for a full refund?
Post by: tzifanya54 on May 22, 2017, 06:10:19 PM
From the T&CSecond sentence is referring to outside the US.
Bolding mine. Can anyone make sense of what the second sentence is saying in relation to the first.
Post by: Amcha yisroel on May 22, 2017, 06:32:50 PM
Post by: sag95 on May 22, 2017, 10:10:10 PM
does anyone have a link where I can check if I'm targeted for upgrade bonus?You can try this.
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/card/platinum/36217-WOC0000463
Post by: Chaimk90 on May 22, 2017, 10:26:00 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 22, 2017, 10:34:21 PM
How long does it generally take for the 50k signup bonus to post? I hit the 2k spend 3 weeks ago and had my statement close. Still no bonus pointshttp://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=77165.0
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 22, 2017, 10:34:56 PM
How long does it generally take for the 50k signup bonus to post? I hit the 2k spend 3 weeks ago and had my statement close. Still no bonus pointsis it pending?
Post by: Chaimk90 on May 22, 2017, 11:07:00 PM
is it pending?The charges? No
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 22, 2017, 11:58:52 PM
The charges? NoI meant the points.
Post by: myi on May 23, 2017, 01:39:23 AM
How long does it generally take for the 50k signup bonus to post? I hit the 2k spend 3 weeks ago and had my statement close. Still no bonus pointsMine came in Within the week of spending it, or to be more precise that was around when the statement closed they came in.
Did you pay the balance yet?
Post by: Chaimk90 on May 23, 2017, 07:34:01 AM
Mine came in Within the week of spending it, or to be more precise that was around when the statement closed they came in.Did not pay the balance yet.
Did you pay the balance yet?
Post by: Azis Papa on May 24, 2017, 12:44:28 AM
Been posting within 48 hours for me as recently as 2 weeks ago.Were any of your GC purchases more than $50?
Post by: Iz on June 04, 2017, 01:48:18 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on June 04, 2017, 02:40:37 PM
AF posted. I can keep it, downgrade to Green ($95?), or cancel. Thoughts?if you have other Amex cards for Amex offers and stuff and you can put enough money on your other cards meaning you don't need the credit line (yes I know it's a charge card) why keep it open?
Post by: israel11219 on June 06, 2017, 10:10:52 PM
Post by: chinagel on June 06, 2017, 10:15:49 PM
my AF posted back in Feb. i wanna downgrade now, so was wondering since its after 30-60 days will i receive a partial refund on AF?yes
Post by: Iz on June 06, 2017, 10:18:02 PM
if you have other Amex cards for Amex offers and stuff and you can put enough money on your other cards meaning you don't need the credit line (yes I know it's a charge card) why keep it open?Thanks.
Post by: Azis Papa on June 09, 2017, 05:16:18 PM
reports that it takes much longer then used to.I may be the last one to know this but just to confirm...the Delta GC that I bought for $60 never triggered the Airline fee credit. I went ahead and bought another one for $50 and got the credit for that in 2 days.
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=4458.msg1723738#msg1723738
Post by: chinagel on June 09, 2017, 05:42:52 PM
I may be the last one to know this but just to confirm...the Delta GC that I bought for $60 never triggered the Airline fee credit. I went ahead and bought another one for $50 and got the credit for that in 2 days.how do you know it was for that?
Post by: JACKBLUE on June 09, 2017, 06:22:58 PM
how do you know it was for that?wasn't this confirmed by a few people here?
Post by: chinagel on June 09, 2017, 06:25:39 PM
wasn't this confirmed by a few people here?sorry was getting mixed up with the delta card credit. the airline fee credit has to be 50 dollars.
Post by: JACKBLUE on June 09, 2017, 06:40:09 PM
sorry was getting mixed up with the delta card credit. the airline fee credit has to be 50 dollars.exactly this!
Post by: Azis Papa on June 15, 2017, 10:41:22 AM
wasn't this confirmed by a few people here?I didn't see that but, Dan states on the blog "Delta gift cards of $50 per transaction..." so I knew that would work but, with $58 left to spend I took a shot at $60. Doesn't work.
Post by: Chaimk90 on July 23, 2017, 12:43:44 AM
Post by: BP16 on July 23, 2017, 12:28:33 PM
Anyway to get amex to post my 50k bonus after 2k spend? They keep telling me I must wait 6-8 weeksIs it pending?
Post by: JACKBLUE on July 23, 2017, 02:34:49 PM
Anyway to get amex to post my 50k bonus after 2k spend? They keep telling me I must wait 6-8 weeksit used to be that if you had 1 point in your account it posted right away and if you didn't have any points then you need to wait it out.
But things might have changed.
Post by: Chaimk90 on July 23, 2017, 03:38:23 PM
Is it pending?Not pending.
Post by: BP16 on July 23, 2017, 05:08:27 PM
Not pending.Are you eligible for the bonus?
Post by: ben89 on July 23, 2017, 08:42:53 PM
Post by: Chaimk90 on July 23, 2017, 11:43:08 PM
Are you eligible for the bonus?Yes. I spent 2k My offer was 50,000 after 2k spend
Post by: BP16 on July 23, 2017, 11:43:42 PM
Yes. I spent 2k My offer was 50,000 after 2k spendMeaning did you ever have that card in the past?
Post by: Chaimk90 on July 24, 2017, 09:47:02 AM
Meaning did you ever have that card in the past?No I never had that card. The reps on the phone keep telling me we cannot add them manually. I must wait it out
Post by: confu on July 25, 2017, 07:02:56 AM
Post by: Chaimk90 on July 25, 2017, 10:54:39 PM
How did you hit spend? not everything counts...Rep confirmed I have met the required spending. Just need to wait 6-8 weeks
Post by: JACKBLUE on July 25, 2017, 11:30:30 PM
Rep confirmed I have met the required spending. Just need to wait 6-8 weekseven if rep says it's nothing. DROPR....
There are some spending that don't count and reps say that you hit the threshold.
Post by: booyaa on July 25, 2017, 11:40:14 PM
Post by: Geshmak25 on August 07, 2017, 10:20:58 AM
Post by: as2 on August 07, 2017, 10:33:06 AM
My selected airline is united and I have an itinerary through united but my first leg on the way home starts with a hawaiian flight. Will I still get the airline credit for the bag fees?Charges coming through as Hawaiian or United?
Post by: Geshmak25 on August 07, 2017, 10:42:23 AM
Charges coming through as Hawaiian or United?I dont know yet but I assume it will come through as Hawaiian since checkin is through them.
Post by: JACKBLUE on August 07, 2017, 10:46:29 AM
I dont know yet but I assume it will come through as Hawaiian since checkin is through them.then you won't get it
Post by: as2 on August 07, 2017, 10:47:59 AM
I dont know yet but I assume it will come through as Hawaiian since checkin is through them.My guess is, it will not trigger it automatically. They may manually credit if you are ticketed with UA though, although I have no concrete reason to believe that.
Post by: Dave A on August 08, 2017, 01:01:36 PM
Post by: emjee on August 08, 2017, 05:17:38 PM
Wife was targeted with the 50k/2k offer by email, no (apparent) language. Does this fall outside once in a lifetime rule?If you know how to read the difference between lang & no lang & that there is no lang then yes
Post by: Dave A on August 08, 2017, 05:30:17 PM
If you know how to read the difference between lang & no lang & that there is no lang then yes
I don't. What are some of the "key phrases" to look out for? Is there a thread that addresses this?
Post by: gubevo18 on August 22, 2017, 01:30:41 PM
Is 50k the highest it gets or should I wait till I get a better offer.
Post by: bluesky on August 25, 2017, 03:39:44 PM
I need an immediate answer if possible. Thanks.
Post by: farmbochur on August 25, 2017, 03:55:33 PM
Does 7-11 code as a gas station on this Amex card?IME (based on ED), only if they actually sell gas.
I need an immediate answer if possible. Thanks.
Post by: bluesky on August 25, 2017, 03:57:12 PM
IME (based on ED), only if they actually sell gas.So Amex and Chase handle this differently?
Post by: farmbochur on August 25, 2017, 03:57:27 PM
So Amex and Chase handle this differently?Yes
Post by: bluesky on August 25, 2017, 03:59:39 PM
YesTY! And a like for an immediate response.
Post by: Chaimk90 on September 16, 2017, 09:47:41 PM
Post by: ludmila on September 17, 2017, 01:26:46 PM
I got the 4 addicted cards and spent the 500 on each card. I only got 5,000 points for one card. Anyway to rush or get the other bonus points to post ?Happened to me a few months ago, eventually took several weeks but I received all the points.
Post by: Chaimk90 on September 18, 2017, 12:10:23 AM
Happened to me a few months ago, eventually took several weeks but I received all the points.Thank You. Did you have to call Amex or they came on their own?
Post by: ludmila on September 18, 2017, 11:35:52 AM
Thank You. Did you have to call Amex or they came on their own?I had to call a few times , I was given a case number and a date by which points will post, when that date arrived and no points yet, I called again , was transferred to MR , and the rep credited all the points manually.
Post by: joe1234 on October 15, 2017, 11:00:10 PM
Post by: mochjas on October 15, 2017, 11:04:35 PM
I got an offer to request an upgrade from Amex green to premier gold. Will it be a credit pull?no
Post by: Boruch999 on December 07, 2017, 03:59:29 PM
Perhaps well known but news to me, Green AUs of a BRG get no foreign transaction fees and multiple point categories just like the primary.
Post by: keemster26 on December 07, 2017, 04:33:20 PM
Data point:I know it's the wrong thread, but does also apply to green au's of business platinum?
Perhaps well known but news to me, Green AUs of a BRG get no foreign transaction fees and multiple point categories just like the primary.
Post by: maylei on December 12, 2017, 09:56:54 AM
Post by: mochjas on December 12, 2017, 10:01:10 AM
I'm not taking any fight in 2017 is there anyway I can still get this credit without me having to actually buy a ticket ?http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=69130.0
Post by: maylei on December 12, 2017, 10:03:58 AM
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=69130.0This is from my amex premier card not platinum do the same rules apply ?
Post by: mochjas on December 12, 2017, 10:07:51 AM
Post by: maylei on December 12, 2017, 10:25:39 AM
YesThank you so if I but 2 delta 50$ e-gift cards I'll getting credited back?
Post by: mochjas on December 12, 2017, 10:27:46 AM
Thank you so if I but 2 delta 50$ e-gift cards I'll getting credited back?do you want me to do it for you as well?
Post by: maylei on December 12, 2017, 10:31:55 AM
do you want me to do it for you as well?Now that you mention it..... Just kidding
Post by: israel11219 on December 12, 2017, 01:37:20 PM
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=69130.0is it fine if i do the 2 $50 cards in 1 purchase or it should be 2 separate purchases?
Post by: blue29 on December 12, 2017, 01:42:10 PM
Post by: emjee on December 13, 2017, 05:34:48 AM
I know it's the wrong thread, but does also apply to green au's of business platinum?Yes
Post by: Boruch999 on December 13, 2017, 05:44:06 AM
Post by: JACKBLUE on December 13, 2017, 07:37:42 AM
When was the airline credit benefit removed from the BRG?did it ever have?
Post by: keemster26 on December 13, 2017, 08:43:44 AM
When was the airline credit benefit removed from the BRG?Never had
Post by: maylei on December 13, 2017, 10:25:47 AM
One purchase of 2x$50 worked for me.How long does it take for the 100$ credit to post?
Post by: ludmila on December 13, 2017, 03:33:36 PM
Never had+1 BRG never had airline credit, too bad :(
Post by: sr on December 27, 2017, 10:31:53 AM
Post by: mochjas on December 27, 2017, 01:58:04 PM
Do Amazon Sponsored Product Ads count as "U.S. purchases for advertising in select media." on the BGR card?wrong thread
Post by: sr on December 27, 2017, 02:06:30 PM
wrong threadSorry, I thought this was the AmEx Gold thread... which thread would be more appropriate?
Post by: mochjas on December 27, 2017, 02:12:27 PM
Post by: Geshmak25 on January 14, 2018, 11:28:24 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on January 15, 2018, 08:09:12 PM
So $100 AA GC triggers the airline credit?yes
Post by: yoshapiro on January 22, 2018, 10:51:33 AM
Post by: shapsam on January 22, 2018, 11:07:51 AM
can I dispute the charge on my amex bill?Sure.
Post by: solls108 on January 22, 2018, 04:33:50 PM
Post by: as2 on January 22, 2018, 05:16:13 PM
Anyone know how long after an AF is posted do I have to cancel the card in order to get fully refunded?Glad you found it
Post by: solls108 on January 22, 2018, 05:41:57 PM
Glad you found it:)
Just curious if it is 30 or 60 days
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on March 15, 2018, 01:41:42 PM
Post by: davidrotts63 on March 15, 2018, 01:45:50 PM
Got an email offer for 50k points, but I already earned the bonus on this card. Can I still take advantage of the second offer?Check the terms if it has restrictive lifetime language
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on March 15, 2018, 01:46:45 PM
Check the terms if it has restrictive lifetime language
It doesn’t say anything about that. Is there somewhere else I should check, besides the footer of the email?
Post by: davidrotts63 on March 15, 2018, 01:48:24 PM
It doesn’t say anything about that. Is there somewhere else I should check, besides the footer of the email?"offer terms"
You should see the gaming language at least
Post by: Sam Finkelstein on April 02, 2018, 07:56:42 AM
Post by: sammdaman on May 02, 2018, 09:47:18 AM
This might have been covered already but hoping you could help as I couldn't find it.
I have my $100 Airline Fee Credit pointing to Jetblue for 2018 - I don't have a flight in mind or a need for it in the immediate future. Any ideas on how to maximize it?
Thanks!
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 02, 2018, 02:10:05 PM
Hi All -chat to change airline and get a GC
This might have been covered already but hoping you could help as I couldn't find it.
I have my $100 Airline Fee Credit pointing to Jetblue for 2018 - I don't have a flight in mind or a need for it in the immediate future. Any ideas on how to maximize it?
Thanks!
Post by: Essen est zich on May 21, 2018, 11:45:13 PM
Post by: davidrotts63 on May 21, 2018, 11:50:48 PM
Probably was asked already... Does the $100 credit work with United airline gift card?No such thing.
Post by: Essen est zich on May 21, 2018, 11:55:38 PM
No such thing.Travel voucher etc? It's been mentioned before in the thread or am I getting something wrong...
Post by: davidrotts63 on May 21, 2018, 11:56:37 PM
Travel voucher etc? It's been mentioned before in the thread or am I getting something wrong...There is United Gift Registry which currently is unavailable, it used to work when it was available, and hopefully it will be available and work again shortly.
Post by: Essen est zich on May 22, 2018, 02:50:42 PM
There is United Gift Registry which currently is unavailable, it used to work when it was available, and hopefully it will be available and work again shortly.Which airlines would it work to buy a travel voucher for it to count against the travel credit?
Post by: mochjas on May 22, 2018, 02:58:29 PM
Which airlines would it work to buy a travel voucher for it to count against the travel credit?delta, SW, or AA
Post by: JACKBLUE on May 22, 2018, 02:58:52 PM
Which airlines would it work to buy a travel voucher for it to count against the travel credit?http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=69130.msg1606646#msg1606646
Post by: chinagel on May 24, 2018, 12:57:55 PM
Post by: loveddeals on September 11, 2018, 04:38:03 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on September 11, 2018, 10:13:43 PM
AF hits soon, not much use of this card currently. Have over 58,000 MRs, and would like to keep them for now. Any no-fee card that I can downgrade to and still keep the points? Thanks.cheapest is the green card with a $95 AF
Post by: maylei on September 11, 2018, 10:17:48 PM
Post by: JACKBLUE on September 11, 2018, 10:19:25 PM
Im pretty sure you can downgrade to the everyday card and you will still keep your points-1 the gold card is a charge card, the everyday is a credit card.
Post by: maylei on September 12, 2018, 07:08:55 AM
-1 the gold card is a charge card, the everyday is a credit card.Oh
Post by: loveddeals on September 12, 2018, 11:05:06 AM
Post by: loveddeals on September 12, 2018, 11:06:34 AM
-1 the gold card is a charge card, the everyday is a credit card.
So, I cant downgrade to everyday card?
What other options do I have for the MR points? Sell them?? No travel planned in near future.
Post by: JACKBLUE on September 12, 2018, 11:14:22 AM
Thanks for the replies. Browsing AMEX site, seems that everyday card with no AF might be the best option to keep MRs, unless I am missing something..not missing nothing!
But you’ll have to apply for the card...
Post by: yoss6400 on November 10, 2018, 11:47:53 PM
anyone recently been able to pull up the 50k offer online?Yes had one last week
Post by: yoss6400 on November 10, 2018, 11:48:25 PM
Post by: S209 on November 19, 2018, 01:02:33 AM
Post by: mmgfarb on November 19, 2018, 01:20:58 AM
Thi card doesn’t exist anymoreOh, thanks.
Post by: as2 on November 19, 2018, 02:06:41 PM
Oh, thanks.
Post by: mmgfarb on November 19, 2018, 02:15:16 PM
I guess that was the snarkiness referanced earlier.
Post by: Essen est zich on November 29, 2018, 10:03:36 PM
Post by: Freecountry on December 14, 2018, 12:23:21 AM
Post by: Yikes2179 on December 14, 2018, 12:59:33 AM
Post by: yoss6400 on December 28, 2018, 03:02:58 PM
Post by: Joel on December 28, 2018, 03:46:16 PM
Is it safe downgrading to a green card in the 1st year to avoid the af?Do it in the first 30 days after your first year. You will be refunded the annual fee
Post by: TDR on July 09, 2019, 09:41:46 PM
Post by: mgarfin on September 25, 2019, 11:20:51 AM
Statement closing
Post by: confu on September 25, 2019, 01:09:04 PM
Just got a letter in the mail that they will be keeping my AF for the gold at $195 not raising it to $250. Anyone have the same?Had On BGR. A rep told me I was grandfathered into the old card, old points multiplier system and old AF
Post by: Cls2020 on September 25, 2019, 01:44:46 PM
Had On BGR. A rep told me I was grandfathered into the old card, old points multiplier system and old AFI received the same $195 AF, but I am definitely earning based on the current points system, namely 4x MR on restaurants and supermarkets.
Post by: confu on September 25, 2019, 03:39:36 PM
I received the same $195 AF, but I am definitely earning based on the current points system, namely 4x MR on restaurants and supermarkets.Have same thing on my personal gold, Just wasn't confirmed as an official status. Don't use BGR enough to know which point structure actually is applied
Post by: solls108 on October 02, 2019, 12:42:27 PM
Post by: Muhammad on October 02, 2019, 01:22:10 PM
When adding AU's, AMEX is giving me a problem to add SS and birthday. Can the card be used without giving AU's SS?yes
Post by: Muhammad on October 02, 2019, 01:23:19 PM
Had On BGR. A rep told me I was grandfathered into the old card, old points multiplier system and old AFdo you get 4 points for restaurants?
Post by: solls108 on October 02, 2019, 01:47:40 PM
yesOk great, they keep giving me trouble.
Post by: shmooz on October 02, 2019, 01:51:36 PM
Ok great, they keep giving me trouble.
They will likely cancel the card without the info, you'd get a notice about it.
You can chat with them to add it.
Post by: solls108 on October 02, 2019, 01:58:33 PM
They will likely cancel the card without the info, you'd get a notice about it.What happens if there is a balance on it?
You can chat with them to add it.
Post by: Muhammad on October 02, 2019, 02:00:04 PM
What happens if there is a balance on it?cancel your AU not and the original
Post by: dwkl on November 11, 2019, 01:09:20 PM
though i can use points to offset the annual fee at a discount of 25k points instead of 40k
any ideas
Post by: smaxber on January 19, 2020, 07:21:31 PM
Says no longer offers return protection
What’s everyone go to card now that amex doesn’t offer this perk??
Post by: yuneeq on June 26, 2020, 06:29:10 PM
Post by: Cat18 on August 20, 2020, 07:46:09 PM
Post by: Cat18 on August 21, 2020, 01:56:17 PM
Post by: Cls2020 on August 21, 2020, 05:36:49 PM
it seems as if the $100 airline incidental fee credit is per calendar year. does this mean that i can double dip for only 1 annual fee?Yes, all the Amex airline fee credits go based on calendar year.
Post by: justmeha on August 21, 2020, 08:10:24 PM
Can I get a card & SUB for each of my 2 businesses (sole prop) ?no as far as I know amex is just one per lifetime
ETA: card, yes. Sub, no.
Post by: Cat18 on August 22, 2020, 10:39:22 PM
Yes, all the Amex airline fee credits go based on calendar year.
is triple dip possible if apply in december?
Post by: justmeha on August 23, 2020, 04:13:51 AM
is triple dip possible if apply in december?yes
Post by: Cls2020 on August 23, 2020, 12:01:28 PM
is triple dip possible if apply in december?Yes, but you have to make sure the credit hits before the close of the year so you would want to give yourself a bit of a cushion.
Post by: shmuels2 on September 16, 2020, 12:21:55 PM
Is the 4x category bonus points up to $150k spend counted separately for every AU? That's what I was told and trying to confirm.
Any good info on this yet?
Post by: shmuels2 on September 16, 2020, 12:32:35 PM
After maxing out 150k on shipping on the BGR, upgrade to plat (or downgrade to green), wait some time, then PC back to gold, to (hopefully) take advantage of a new 150k of bonus spend.
Any thoughts on how will amex take to that?