Thank you, Mia.

Here's my question...is there a significant drawback having cards which participate in both Starponts and MR so long as I use points soley to redeem for flights? I ask because I am really really drawn to the the current Starwood Amex promo (10K points to join and another 15K if I can charge 15K in 6mos).

I am relatively new to FT, but it appears that many people here believe that Starpoints are more flexible than MR (and there is that 5K point bonus for every 20K points earned). I know that my Corp Amex will still contribute to MR, but couldn't I transfer them to an airline and also do the same with my Starpoints?

Also, for some reason, I am just not digging the Nest card. I'm not the target demo, and I just don't feel like carrying that card around to use a lot, which I would have to do if I were to charge $15K (marketing must work, heh heh).