frugaltravel

Hi, I received the IHG Chase CC today and confirmed the 80K points. I applied for this card to use the bonus points for my December vacation, 26-30.

However, my closing date is Nov 24 and the CS I talked to said that I wouldn't be able to receive the 80K points until after the statement closes on Dec 24, which will be too late for me. I thought I still have 7 days until the closing date Nov 24 to be able to receive the points? I also asked him about moving the closing date earlier. He said he could move the closing date earlier but it would not guarantee the posting of the points earlier either. I'd love to move the closing dates to the first week in December and receive the points before my vacation on 12/26-12/30. Anyone has the same experience before?

EDIT: I called back the CS and she moved my closing date to 12/9 (to be safe) from 12/24, so I can receive points on time to book the hotels.