Originally Posted by
kaw753
So, if I apply for the new Chase Premier card after August 1st, do all sign up bonuses and points earned until December 31st count towards my Marriott LT calculation? My plan is to hang onto the old card until I get my 15 night bonus and then switch to the new card to get 2x per $1.
If you only want points for redemption value (not lifetime or status), the Starwood Amex is effectively 3MR/$.