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Old Aug 1, 2011, 5:24 pm
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Originally Posted by osiriuso
Positive data point here! I secure messaged AMEX about the $65 annual fee that showed up on my last statement and asked to have it waived.
Wondering which Subject and Category you used for the message?

Originally Posted by jerry305
Not a problem. You don't have to spend a hotel night, you just need activity on your account. That could include spending at least $10 on a meal
Is that true? I was looking in the T&Cs and saw this:

You will be considered an "Active Member" so long as (a) your Membership has not been cancelled (by you or us), and (b) you have had an Eligible Stay at a Participating Property within the previous 12 months, or (c) you have earned Starpoints by using a Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card during the previous 12 months. Starpoints resulting from transfers or earnings from Program affiliates do not count toward active status.
(b) seems to indicate a stay, not simply any activity...?
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