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Old Mar 26, 2024, 7:13 am
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lwildernorva
 
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Originally Posted by jeanie
I agree. With Hilton, there are actually 3 credit cards that offer status. There is a no fee Hilton card from Amex that offers complimentary silver status. Then the Amex Surpass offers gold status with a $95 annual fee. Then the Amex Aspire offers diamond status with a $450 fee.

So if a person is doing a return on investment for getting Hilton status with a credit card, there are 3 options depending on the status you want. I personally keep the no fee card in case I ever need a way to keep my points from expiring at Hilton. I am sure that can be upgraded to Surpass or Aspire if I decide to do so.
Another reason to have barebones Silver status: access to the fifth-night free option for award stays. Not a huge benefit, but worthwhile in addition to having a method to keep points from expiring.
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