Originally Posted by
RobertHanson
I'll get $250 back after Jan 1st in airline statement credits, and another $100 when I renew my Global Entry, so the AF is a wash. Then before the next AF I will open a second Prestige, then close the first one when the fee comes due.

You should cancel the first one as soon as you have gotten the credits. Don't wait for the fee to come due, you want to start your clock as soon as possible. (Assuming you intend to hold onto the new Prestige for 24 months+)