FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Use miles now, or save for the future?

Oct 21, 2011 | 11:18 am

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ByrdluvsAWACO

Join Date: Oct 2001

Location: PHX/SFO/LAX

Programs: AA-EXP (1.7MM), BA-Slvr, HH-Diamond

Posts: 7,784

I know the prevailing opinion is to "burn once earned", but I always keep about 200k in my balance for emergency flights. Yes, the miles will depreciate, but I would rather have that emergency fund than pay for same-day fares.

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