Credit Card Programs - AMEX Blue Sky and Continental One Pass

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kobedf

Oct 29, 10, 3:22 pm

Hello

I need some help here. I want to get one of the cards above. The main reason is the initial sign-up bonuses. 300$ vs 30.000 miles. However I would like to be reasonably sure I get the card when I apply. I don't want an extra failed credit inquiry on my report. Which of the cards do you think is the safer bet?
My credit scores are around 765 and I live in Texas.

Also please tell me if you think there are any reason why I should not apply for one of the cards.

Thank you

kobedf

Nov 1, 10, 10:52 pm

anyone?

deant

Nov 2, 10, 6:34 am

anyone?

Don't think anyone can actually give you any assurances. First question would be how many hard pulls you have on your record for the last 3-6 months.

kobedf

Nov 2, 10, 9:33 am

zero hard pulls.
I'm not looking for assurances. Just your opinion.

budugu

Nov 2, 10, 8:20 pm

zero hard pulls.
I'm not looking for assurances. Just your opinion.

You should reasonably get both as you said. THey might give you some pain with address / salary proofs and such ... AMEx now a days is notorious for that ... esp if you quote six figures. Now a days cash is the king (even if dollar is slumping) ... 30K conti miles are best used for 30K amtrak points = 10 one way trips on Amtrak NE. Other than that 300 us is way better. Sky is not a bad card per se.