Third year with Amex Gold, never asked previousy for retention offers. Approximate $10,000 annual spend. $250 renewal fee appeared on my statement. Called, asked if retention offer was available, was referred to specialist. He first offered me a $100 statement credit for $2000 spend in three months. I asked if MR points option was available. He then offered 15,000 points for $2000 spend in three months. This spend is below my usual use of the card, so I accepted the points without hesitation.