I have some unusual spending opportunities coming up all around the same time but none of them allow AMEX - have to use VISA or MC.

1) One of my rentals had a house fire and insurance co. will allow me to pay the contractor for certain expenses and then be immediately re-imbursed. This should amount to about $6000.

2) Both of my adult daughters want to buy a car next month. At least one of them wants to pay cash - but a part of that could be charged to VISA or MC. Not sure how much could be put on cc (or possibly a couple of cards if I only get a $5000 spending limit)

3) Anyway, I want to make some immediate apps for cc's to use for these purchases ( so I can get as many bonuses as possible ) but I'm not sure which cards to apply for. I'd love to put them on Starwood, if only they had a VISA or MC.

Any suggestions?