Author Topic: Questions and Help for BEGINNERS! (Read 1767990 times)

ChaimMoskowitz · « **Reply #3240 on:** January 09, 2015, 06:06:39 AM »

Quote from: lunatic on January 08, 2015, 10:09:28 AM

True enough. I have just noticed that sometimes someone with a low post count gets jumped on even when saying something correct and reasonable

They that person should come out swinging.

lunatic · « **Reply #3241 on:** January 09, 2015, 09:31:51 AM »

Quote from: ChaimMoskowitz on January 09, 2015, 06:06:39 AM

They that person should come out swinging.

I believe that there was a guy here named count valentine..... Might have happened to him

DK23 · « **Reply #3242 on:** January 11, 2015, 12:42:46 AM »

Looking to book a hotel in nyc using either spg points or Hyatt points. What type of value should I use as a minimum when using either type of currency when comparing to just paying on my cash?

cholent · « **Reply #3243 on:** January 11, 2015, 12:52:05 AM »

Quote from: lunatic on January 09, 2015, 09:31:51 AM

I believe that there was a guy here named count valentine..... Might have happened to him

In fact, when ChaimMoskowitz had a low post count he definitely got jumped on for being a noob. Was told to basically shut up and not contradict those who had been around longer.

Kabrams1618 · « **Reply #3244 on:** January 11, 2015, 05:07:14 AM »

i am going to close chase sp but will call retention first on the off chance that they will give me a retention bonus.
If I want to open a new card rather than move the cl to an old card should I move the cl first to an old card and then open a new card online or can I directly close the sp with the retention department and open a new card immediately while I am on the phone with retention. If I open a new card with retention will I get the best opening bonus available?

AharonInIsrael · « **Reply #3245 on:** January 11, 2015, 05:42:44 AM »

Quote from: Kabrams1618 on January 11, 2015, 05:07:14 AM

i am going to close chase sp but will call retention first on the off chance that they will give me a retention bonus.
If I want to open a new card rather than move the cl to an old card should I move the cl first to an old card and then open a new card online or can I directly close the sp with the retention department and open a new card immediately while I am on the phone with retention. If I open a new card with retention will I get the best opening bonus available?

If you would prefer a retention bonus (though it's unlikely to work) call and ask if one's available.
If not and you want to apply for a new card (and are worried they don't want to give you more credit), first apply for a new card and then on recon offer to close the CSP to open the new card. That's better than moving CL.
If you were planning on getting a new CSP, you should close the card before reapplying.

DK23 · « **Reply #3246 on:** January 12, 2015, 03:03:26 PM »

I have some Visa GCs that I got in the staples amex offers. I have about $11 left on one, for some reason it got declined at the register when I tried to split the bill into two cards. Any ideas why that would happen and anyone have creative ways of cashing out the GC? (Besides bluebird, Redcard, etc.)

Thanks,

avromie7 · « **Reply #3247 on:** January 12, 2015, 03:05:41 PM »

Quote from: DK23 on January 12, 2015, 03:03:26 PM

I have some Visa GCs that I got in the staples amex offers. I have about $11 left on one, for some reason it got declined at the register when I tried to split the bill into two cards. Any ideas why that would happen and anyone have creative ways of cashing out the GC? (Besides bluebird, Redcard, etc.)

Thanks,

Maybe there is a pending balance from a temporary hold

ckmk47 · « **Reply #3248 on:** January 12, 2015, 03:09:41 PM »

Quote from: DK23 on January 12, 2015, 03:03:26 PM

I have some Visa GCs that I got in the staples amex offers. I have about $11 left on one, for some reason it got declined at the register when I tried to split the bill into two cards. Any ideas why that would happen and anyone have creative ways of cashing out the GC? (Besides bluebird, Redcard, etc.)

Thanks,

If you're in NYC, meters.

etech0 · « **Reply #3249 on:** January 12, 2015, 03:10:24 PM »

Quote from: DK23 on January 12, 2015, 03:03:26 PM

I have some Visa GCs that I got in the staples amex offers. I have about $11 left on one, for some reason it got declined at the register when I tried to split the bill into two cards. Any ideas why that would happen and anyone have creative ways of cashing out the GC? (Besides bluebird, Redcard, etc.)

Thanks,

You can buy and send yourself an amazon e-gift card.

DK23 · « **Reply #3250 on:** January 12, 2015, 03:31:18 PM »

All good ideas, I'm going to go with the amazon idea, thanks!

MoMD · « **Reply #3251 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:08:22 PM »

Looking for a way to pay my (chase) mortgage and ear miles for it.
Is the best way to do this through Evolve Money?

cholent · « **Reply #3252 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:23:10 PM »

Quote from: MoMD on January 12, 2015, 10:08:22 PM

Looking for a way to pay my (chase) mortgage and ear miles for it.
Is the best way to do this through Evolve Money?

Best way is through a Target RedCard

MoMD · « **Reply #3253 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:37:11 PM »

Quote from: cholent on January 12, 2015, 10:23:10 PM

Best way is through a Target RedCard

Having trouble finding them at local Target....they've been sold out.
Was thinking of using Chase INK to buy VISA GC at staples and then unloading the GC to EvolveMoney to pay that way thuse earning 5 UR points per dollar

TimT · « **Reply #3254 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:39:05 PM »

Quote from: MoMD on January 12, 2015, 10:37:11 PM

Having trouble finding them at local Target....they've been sold out.

Might find some here.
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=45909.0

MoMD · « **Reply #3255 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:41:59 PM »

Quote from: TimT on January 12, 2015, 10:39:05 PM

Might find some here.
http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=45909.0

Thanks!

cholent · « **Reply #3256 on:** January 12, 2015, 10:51:16 PM »

Quote from: MoMD on January 12, 2015, 10:37:11 PM

Having trouble finding them at local Target....they've been sold out.
Was thinking of using Chase INK to buy VISA GC at staples and then unloading the GC to EvolveMoney to pay that way thuse earning 5 UR points per dollar

Keep in mind you can only make one payment per month per biller. So unless your mortgage is $200, those VGC from Staples aren't going to go very far. Better off buying a RC off someone

ckmk47 · « **Reply #3257 on:** January 13, 2015, 12:05:34 AM »

Quote from: MoMD on January 12, 2015, 10:08:22 PM

Looking for a way to pay my (chase) mortgage and ear miles for it.
Is the best way to do this through Evolve Money?

As said in the last few posts- not Evolve. RedCard or Bluebird or Serve. Read the wiki in the thread about each. Read Dans write up making a comparison.

MoMD · « **Reply #3258 on:** January 13, 2015, 12:50:40 AM »

Quote from: ckmk47 on January 13, 2015, 12:05:34 AM

As said in the last few posts- not Evolve. RedCard or Bluebird or Serve. Read the wiki in the thread about each. Read Dans write up making a comparison.

Thanks! That's very helpful for a beginner like myself

ChaimMoskowitz · « **Reply #3259 on:** January 14, 2015, 12:48:22 AM »

Does UA business get first bag free? Does it matter if it is an award or paid ticket?

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