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IHG Rewards MasterCard (2016).
IHG Rewards MasterCard (2016).
IHG Rewards Visa/MC, currently 60K, possibly 80K, pts
Jan 1, 2013, 9:57 pm
#932
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Richmond, VA
Posts: 124
That's interesting. Can you confirm if you got the same version of the card with 80k bonus the second time? Or were there any differences in how the card was called (eg. Chase Southwest premier vs. plus)
Jan 1, 2013, 10:49 pm
#933
Join Date: May 2011
Location: BKK
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 1,088
He probably got a new version of the card. They give you points if you get a new version of the same credit card. For example, if you got the old United Card, you could still get the bonus miles for the new United Card.
Jan 2, 2013, 12:51 am
#934
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: 787
Programs: Too many to list
Posts: 1,306
Both priority Club cards. I wasn't aware of different kinds of priority club cards. Same black card and pretty sure I used same application link in op.
Jan 2, 2013, 8:27 am
#935
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: L.A.
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium Elite, Delta Diamond, IHG Diamond Ambassador, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 1,135
My father signed up for this card and was approved 2 weeks ago. He has been spending on the card to reach the $1k spend within 3 months.
My question: When will the Platinum status reflect on his priority club account? As of now it still says club.
My question: When will the Platinum status reflect on his priority club account? As of now it still says club.
Jan 2, 2013, 12:33 pm
#936
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 19
I got 80,000 points deposited in less than one month. I didn't even spend anywhere near $1000.
Jan 2, 2013, 1:13 pm
#937
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Richmond, VA
Posts: 124
There is no minimum spend for this card. The first statement after first use should deposit 80k points to the priority club account. At that time if the status doesnt change to platinum call chase and/or priority club. If you're in a hurry to get platinum status now (since eligibility is just holding the card) you can call them now.
Jan 2, 2013, 1:37 pm
#938
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: L.A.
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium Elite, Delta Diamond, IHG Diamond Ambassador, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 1,135
There is no minimum spend for this card. The first statement after first use should deposit 80k points to the priority club account. At that time if the status doesnt change to platinum call chase and/or priority club. If you're in a hurry to get platinum status now (since eligibility is just holding the card) you can call them now.
Jan 2, 2013, 3:15 pm
#939
Join Date: May 2009
Location: HNL
Programs: HA, DL, UA, PC Gold, A/club Plat, HH Gold, Hyatt Pl
Posts: 1,461
I have a feeling..although the reps told me that its 1k spending within 3 months..that its probably just after first purchased...i did about 700$ in spending and got the points after my statement closed..
Jan 2, 2013, 3:52 pm
#940
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Central Texas
Posts: 14
Hi, first timer here.
I am about to get started in this world of free points. Is this a good card to start with? Any reason NOT to start with this card? Anything I should know before jumping in on this specific deal?
I am about to get started in this world of free points. Is this a good card to start with? Any reason NOT to start with this card? Anything I should know before jumping in on this specific deal?
Jan 2, 2013, 4:27 pm
#941
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 19
2. No
3. $49 annual fee but will offset because of a free night per year you are getting
Jan 2, 2013, 4:58 pm
#942
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,457
I'd recommend you start a brand new thread in the Credit Card Programs forum about your own personal goals. You'll receive great recommendations that way. The more details the better.
Jan 2, 2013, 5:31 pm
#943
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: LAS
Programs: DL PM, UA PS, Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 4,904
It's not the greatest signup bonus, per se, but if you are just starting out with cards, this is card I would keep for a long time (which would help your average age of accounts). Sure there's $49 fee, but that is balanced by the free night (worth much more than $49 if you do it right).
Jan 2, 2013, 9:40 pm
#945
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Programs: Airline Free Agent, Fairmont Lifetime Platinum, Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Honors Diamond
Posts: 3,041
There is no annual fee in the FIRST year. This is THE card to get started imho.
As far as keeping it...makes sense BUT you need to see what else you are keeping around with Chase. Keepers for me are at least 1 Ink card, Freedom, Amtrak (have had since the 1st year it came out & have not used it in years!) and Fairmont. Not sure I want to add another one as a keeper, I need a few at least for "trading" with the nice Reconsideration folks
As far as keeping it...makes sense BUT you need to see what else you are keeping around with Chase. Keepers for me are at least 1 Ink card, Freedom, Amtrak (have had since the 1st year it came out & have not used it in years!) and Fairmont. Not sure I want to add another one as a keeper, I need a few at least for "trading" with the nice Reconsideration folks