Suntrust to offer Debit card. Mile for every $1
Jun 9, 2009, 4:11 pm
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I guess I should patiently await the official announcement with all its details, but I don't understand how this debit card would be appealing at all. At 1 point per mile, it's the same as the DL AmEx card -- except without the float. Apart from any sign-up bonus, is there a scheme I'm missing? I assume only signature-based purchases will count for mileage accrual, so I couldn't churn money orders or other cash equivalents.
Jun 9, 2009, 4:30 pm
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It would not be necessary to open another bank account if already also having one at the affiliated bank, but I would be prepared for a fee structure in order to earn miles with debit card spending and would expect that to come with a new card. [The new card may have a different card number, but it would be linked to the same bank account still.]
Jun 9, 2009, 5:16 pm
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I got more info. SunTrust only has exclusive rights to market the debit card in there territory except WV AR AL. Other banks may be announce in the future.
That being said it sounds like like Delta is working with other banks as well.
That being said it sounds like like Delta is working with other banks as well.
Jun 9, 2009, 5:20 pm
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That's great news! So someone will be able to offer it to those of us who live in the rest of the country!!! Hopefully it will be US Bank (doubtful) or Bank of America!
Jun 10, 2009, 12:53 pm
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Jun 10, 2009, 7:58 pm
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I guess I should patiently await the official announcement with all its details, but I don't understand how this debit card would be appealing at all. At 1 point per mile, it's the same as the DL AmEx card -- except without the float. Apart from any sign-up bonus, is there a scheme I'm missing? I assume only signature-based purchases will count for mileage accrual, so I couldn't churn money orders or other cash equivalents.
Jun 10, 2009, 8:58 pm
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I guess I should patiently await the official announcement with all its details, but I don't understand how this debit card would be appealing at all. At 1 point per mile, it's the same as the DL AmEx card -- except without the float. Apart from any sign-up bonus, is there a scheme I'm missing? I assume only signature-based purchases will count for mileage accrual, so I couldn't churn money orders or other cash equivalents.
Jun 15, 2009, 12:12 am
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IC. Any idea when they're planning a launch?
I wonder also what, if any, manner of outreach they may be considering for those outside of the states within which they have branches. No doubt the appeal of finally having something other than an AmEx offer SkyMiles, is going to be a nationwide thing.... they have to have taken that into consideration, no?
I wonder also what, if any, manner of outreach they may be considering for those outside of the states within which they have branches. No doubt the appeal of finally having something other than an AmEx offer SkyMiles, is going to be a nationwide thing.... they have to have taken that into consideration, no?
Jun 15, 2009, 10:13 pm
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From the Delta Newsroom:
SunTrust and Delta to Introduce New SkyMiles Check Cards
Available beginning June 22!
Update:
SunTrust and Delta to Introduce New SkyMiles Check Cards
Available beginning June 22!
Three cards will be available – two for consumers and one for small- to medium-sized businesses:
- SkyMiles Classic Check Card - consumers earn one mile for every $2 purchased and 2,500 bonus miles for the first signature purchase. The annual Card fee is $20.
- SkyMiles Platinum Check Card - consumers earn one mile for every $1 purchased, 5,000 bonus miles for the first signature purchase and a complimentary Delta Sky Club Day Pass valued at $50. The annual Card fee is $55.
- SkyMiles Business Check Card - businesses earn one mile for every $1 purchased, 5,000 bonus miles for the first signature purchase and a complimentary Delta Sky Club Day Pass valued at $50. The annual Card fee is $55.
The SunTrust SkyMiles(R) Check Cards are issued by SunTrust Banks, Inc., and the Cards are available in AL, AR, FL, GA, MD, MS, NC, SC, TN, WV, VA and DC.. Offers and benefits subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply.
Last edited by Dilemma; Jun 15, 2009 at 10:20 pm Reason: Added Additional Terms