Marriott Status Buyback program question
Oct 22, 2015 | 7:23 am
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Marriott Status Buyback program question
So the program usually happens in February. Is that to buy back the status for that year or the following year? Assuming they keep the buyback program running.
Oct 22, 2015 | 7:34 am
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I imagine it would be for the year starting 3/1/xx, when all the elite levels renew.
Oct 22, 2015 | 8:03 am
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So if I was considering the Ritz Carlton card to go gold, when would be the best time to apply and have the status for a year before buying it back the following February? (Assuming they keep the buyback program. )
Oct 22, 2015 | 8:30 am
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Also, keep in mind if you buy back status, those points are deducted from lifetime points.
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Oct 22, 2015 | 8:34 am
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Just make sure you will actually use the Gold benefits before plunking down the $$, most lounges have declined badly in the last few years that bottled water is the biggest benefit for me. If you don't mind what you eat, then it might be beneficial...
Oct 22, 2015 | 9:12 am
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IDK for sure, I would confirm with Chase/ Marriott before applying or look in the fine print. This late in the year I would like to think it would be extended to 2/28/17 if you got it now but that is just a guess.
Just make sure you will actually use the Gold benefits before plunking down the $$, most lounges have declined badly in the last few years that bottled water is the biggest benefit for me. If you don't mind what you eat, then it might be beneficial...
Just make sure you will actually use the Gold benefits before plunking down the $$, most lounges have declined badly in the last few years that bottled water is the biggest benefit for me. If you don't mind what you eat, then it might be beneficial...
Oct 22, 2015 | 10:49 am
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Oct 22, 2015 | 11:29 am
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Oct 22, 2015 | 2:06 pm
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Oct 23, 2015 | 7:12 am
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Oct 23, 2015 | 7:13 am
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Oct 23, 2015 | 11:33 am
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