Jun 2, 2014, 9:29 am
Last edit by: CodeAdam10
As of Oct 2019, offer is as follows:
What can I do with Chase Freedom Ultimate Rewards (UR) points?
More info here: http://thepointsguy.com/2015/09/maxi...hase-trifecta/
Can I apply for this card and earn the bonus after doing so previously?
- $200 (20K UR points) for $500 spend in first 3 months.
- No annual fees.
- This is the best available offer since the past few years.
- Public Application Link
What can I do with Chase Freedom Ultimate Rewards (UR) points?
- Transfer them to a Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, or Chase Ink Business UR points at 1:1. If you own one of those cards, this is probably the best option for you.
- Redeem for cash back (statement credit or to a checking account), 1 cent per UR point. So, the 20K UR points for signing up will get you $200 cash back. This is generally the default option if you do not own a Sapphire or Ink card.
- Redeem them for various gift cards, or shop with points at Amazon.com (usually same value as cash back, eg. $25 for 2500 UR).
- Book flights/hotels/car rental/activities through Ultimate Rewards, and pay in full or in part using points (1 cent per UR).
More info here: http://thepointsguy.com/2015/09/maxi...hase-trifecta/
Can I apply for this card and earn the bonus after doing so previously?
See the wiki and related discussion in Applying for Chase Credit Cards, 2017 onward
Chase Freedom: $150 (15K UR) + $25 (2.5K UR) for AU after $500 spend in 3 mo.
Nov 28, 2013, 10:27 pm
#31
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: BOS
Programs: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Posts: 624
An update:
I called in last week and was rejected over the phone. In typical FT fashion, I knew this wasn't the final word. I sent in a SM and the response noted that although my account was activated within 90 days, it was approved outside of that timeframe. I called in once more, asked, and was told that marketing would take a look.
I checked AwardWallet this morning and the extra points were added.
I called in last week and was rejected over the phone. In typical FT fashion, I knew this wasn't the final word. I sent in a SM and the response noted that although my account was activated within 90 days, it was approved outside of that timeframe. I called in once more, asked, and was told that marketing would take a look.
I checked AwardWallet this morning and the extra points were added.
Nov 28, 2013, 10:38 pm
#32
Join Date: May 2013
Location: SFO/SJC
Posts: 42
I think you'd be fine. Here is what I did.
Oct 7th - Ink Plus : Instantly approved online.
Oct 21st - Freedom : Had to call fraud line.
Oct 29th - Southwest Plus Personal and Business
I actually transferred balance from the Ink Plus to get the Business Southwest card. If you'd like to know the limits send me a PM.
Oct 7th - Ink Plus : Instantly approved online.
Oct 21st - Freedom : Had to call fraud line.
Oct 29th - Southwest Plus Personal and Business
I actually transferred balance from the Ink Plus to get the Business Southwest card. If you'd like to know the limits send me a PM.
Hope that helps anyone else going for this one with another recent application.
Nov 30, 2013, 10:20 pm
#33
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 20
Spouse applied for Chase Freedom two months ago using a referral link from my account (10000 UR for her, 5000 UR for me). She just SMed Chase asking for a match on the new $200 offer and they replied and added the additional 10,000 UR within four hours.
That's a total of 25,000 combined points for one new Chase Freedom account.
That's a total of 25,000 combined points for one new Chase Freedom account.
Nov 30, 2013, 11:57 pm
#34
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: SFO
Posts: 259
Dec 4, 2013, 8:03 am
#36
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Wine Country, Finger Lakes
Programs: LFFRS BOD
Posts: 1,355
Applied last night , approved instantly.. this is my 5th Chase card, previously opened in Nov. Jet Blue Amex and Sept, LaQuinta First Bank Card
ETA: I asked for them to expedite the card and it will be arriving today so I can get in on the 5% cash back on Amazon
ETA: I asked for them to expedite the card and it will be arriving today so I can get in on the 5% cash back on Amazon
Last edited by duranza; Dec 6, 2013 at 6:36 am
Dec 30, 2013, 11:46 am
#38
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: DCA/IAD
Programs: HH Gold-IHG Plat
Posts: 390
If you already have a csp, I'd go for the combo and get the freedom now as it has a sign up of 20k UR points which is 10k more then usual. I'd downgrade the CSP to CS, but you will not be able to transfer points like you can with the CSP.
So I'd see how many UR points you have sign up for the Freedom, get the 20k UR points, and pay the AF on the CSP (Depends on how many points you have in the UR account) and transfer those points to United or Marriot since you already have those 2 cards then I'd downgrade to the CS, and see what they say about the AF.
You cant transfer points from the CS to the partners.
Chase Sapphire Compare
So I'd see how many UR points you have sign up for the Freedom, get the 20k UR points, and pay the AF on the CSP (Depends on how many points you have in the UR account) and transfer those points to United or Marriot since you already have those 2 cards then I'd downgrade to the CS, and see what they say about the AF.
You cant transfer points from the CS to the partners.
Chase Sapphire Compare
Last edited by ac921ol; Dec 30, 2013 at 11:51 am
Dec 30, 2013, 12:17 pm
#39
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 59
I didnt know I cant transfer Freedom points to a regular CS. Despite the benefits of CSP, Im not sure if Its worth the AF to me. as freedom points the 20k wont be worth much to me but as UR points it would be.
Unless I can beat the AF and transfer freedom>CSP>united before the AF kicks in.
Unless I can beat the AF and transfer freedom>CSP>united before the AF kicks in.
Dec 30, 2013, 7:09 pm
#43
Suspended
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: LAX/SNA
Programs: AA, Hilton Gold
Posts: 3,887
Dec 30, 2013, 7:45 pm
#44
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: On strike
Posts: 8,135
Which would be a terrible use of UR points, IMO.