American Airlines has halted gift card sales to New Jersey residents due to legislative requirements, causing frustration for many. However, a simple workaround exists: by temporarily changing the billing address to a location outside of New Jersey, customers can successfully purchase gift cards. This method allows individuals to still enjoy the benefits of gift cards without the hassle of state restrictions.
The Amex Platinum $200 gift card reimbursement remains active, even for purchases made during the previously reported “dead” period. Users can still receive credits for electronic gift cards, including those from airlines and potentially Amazon. Careful adherence to guidelines is advised for successful reimbursement.
Starwood SPG points are a valuable hotel loyalty currency that can expire if not actively managed. This guide outlines 14 effective strategies to keep your Starpoints from becoming inactive, ensuring you maximize their value and enjoy all the benefits they offer.
Having not used my Supercard for a month, I was surprised to find £1800 of transactions at Stores in the Bronyx and Yonkers over the past two day. I’ve been firmly in London the whole time. So what happens when you notify Supercard of the problem…it’s not pretty.
The blog post discusses the current signup bonuses for the Amex Everyday and Amex Everyday Preferred credit cards, offering a combined total of 55,000 Membership Rewards points for eligible first-time applicants. It highlights recent updates on application cancellations due to Amex’s policy on card family applications and provides essential insights for potential applicants.
The American Express EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card has increased its bonus offer to 30,000 Membership Reward points after spending $2,000 in the first three months. Cardholders can earn 3X points at U.S. supermarkets and enjoy a 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months.
Chase credit card applicants can check their application status by calling the Chase Application Status Hotline at 888-338-2586, as online status checks are not available. For those facing denial or pending applications, the updated reconsideration phone line at 888-270-2127 allows direct communication with credit analysts who can potentially reverse decisions.
The Citi Prestige® card offers a standout benefit with its 4th Night Free perk, allowing cardholders to extend their hotel stays at no extra cost. Unlike typical rewards, Citi reimburses the actual cost of the fourth night, potentially saving travelers significant amounts on their trips. Understanding the terms and conditions of this benefit can maximize its value for both leisure and business travelers.
Transferring Starwood SPG points to Miles & More can be a complex process, with timelines varying based on account details. While the SPG website suggests a 10-14 business day transfer period, discrepancies in account names can lead to unexpected delays, as experienced in a recent case where a transfer took 30 days to resolve. Understanding these nuances can help travelers navigate the transfer process more effectively.
A few months ago I was able to jump on a great deal for Business Class tickets aboard British Airways from San Francisco to Europe for just $1,700. Although it’s a little bit less of a great deal when you factor in the $250 that British Airways is asking for in order to select seats in advance. At the time, it was a no-brainer for me to credit this flight to Alaska Airlines, since I’d need the elite qualifying miles to re-qualify for status, and as an existing elite I’d receive a 100% bonus. But now things are a bit more complicated …
Manufactured Spending (MS) is a big part of the points and miles hobby. It’s a collection of techniques where you pretend to spend the money that you don’t have, in order to generate points. The general concept is that you buy cash-equivalent instruments with a reward-earning credit card, and then convert those instruments to cash in order to pay off the credit card balance.
Chase has increased the Ink Plus bonus offer to 60,000 points, up from the typical 50,000, making it an attractive option for new and small business owners. Additionally, the Ink Cash card offers a $300 cash back bonus. Both cards provide valuable rewards and flexible redemption options through Chase Ultimate Rewards.
