Originally Posted by
iflyalexair
How much is your yearly spending on the amex account? Spending thresholds are based on the calendar year, so you've picked a strange time to upgrade to reserve.
Not sure it's a strange time. I already have the waiver for this year through my existing card. I'm 6-7 thousand miles short of requalifying for Platinum. I get that right away and worry about next year's waiver next year.