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#136
Join Date: Apr 2012
Programs: 25 million points to burn!
Posts: 1,522
I have an Amex gold. To get the bonus on a second one, do I need to close the first one, and if so, how long should I wait to apply after closing? Also, if I have an Amex biz gold, close the Amex gold, will I lose the mr points associated with my personal card, or will I keep them because i have another mr card, the biz gold, active? Thx for your help!
#137
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,784
I have an Amex gold. To get the bonus on a second one, do I need to close the first one, and if so, how long should I wait to apply after closing? Also, if I have an Amex biz gold, close the Amex gold, will I lose the mr points associated with my personal card, or will I keep them because i have another mr card, the biz gold, active? Thx for your help!
I personally would cancel, and re-apply after 3 months (or 6 months)
or alternate between Personal Gold and Biz Gold
You need at least ONE AMEX MR card active to not lose your AMEX MR account, unless you want to transfer all out every time. Keep that in mind
There's no rush really, I'm sure the 25K Welcome bonus is here to stay
#138
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
I am considering applying for Biz Gold so I can cancel my Personal Gold (and reapply 6-12 months later) but keep my MRs alive. What qualifies as a 'business'? I sell stuff on ebay, so I am wondering if that would be legit - or is there a minimum requirement for business spending/profits? Does the company have to be registered to pay taxes, have a minimum amount of employees, etc. to qualify? Also, is it okay to apply in your own name, or do you have to apply with a business name?
Last edited by pokee; Sep 4, 2013 at 3:08 pm
#139
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Canadia
Programs: A loyal Amerisuites customer... oh wait
Posts: 2,033
I am considering applying for Biz Gold so I can cancel my Personal Gold (and reapply 6-12 months later) but keep my MRs alive. What qualifies as a 'business'? I sell stuff on ebay, so I am wondering if that would be legit - or is there a minimum requirement for business spending/profits? Does the company have to be registered to pay taxes, have a minimum amount of employees, etc. to qualify? Also, is it okay to apply in your own name, or do you have to apply with a business name?
More good discussion on this topic at
Churning Amex in Canada forum:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...da-32.html#468
#140
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
I just used the name of a pet project as my business. No, you don't need to show business registration. It's still a personal credit card account under the same person's name.
More good discussion on this topic at
Churning Amex in Canada forum:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...da-32.html#468
More good discussion on this topic at
Churning Amex in Canada forum:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...da-32.html#468
#141
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: YOW
Programs: AC Irrelevant, IHG Platinum, Marriot Gold, Hertz Gold, Avis First
Posts: 273
When I applied for the Biz Gold last year I listed my employers name, which happens to be the federal government. I was conditionally approved and called in to the CSR who asked me if I was the owner of the Department of XXXX. I said no, I wish, just a lowely public servant who wants to use the card to keep my work expenses separate from my personal cards. He didn't ask anymore questions and approved the application.
But like always, YMMV.
But like always, YMMV.
#142
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: YYZ
Programs: All Accor Plat, 1865 Voyager, AE E35K, HH Gold,Hyatt, Hrtz Gold, Marriott Gold, NEXUS
Posts: 1,670
Just so everyone is aware, the Amex Gold Biz application does ask for "Legal Business name (registered)" on the app. I applied and got a 'conditional' acceptance based on verifying the information I provided. Since I only provided my name, address, my personal income and business name, I suspect it's my business that they'll be attempting to verify. Anyone had this same response to their biz Gold app?
#143
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
When I applied for the Biz Gold last year I listed my employers name, which happens to be the federal government. I was conditionally approved and called in to the CSR who asked me if I was the owner of the Department of XXXX. I said no, I wish, just a lowely public servant who wants to use the card to keep my work expenses separate from my personal cards. He didn't ask anymore questions and approved the application.
But like always, YMMV.
But like always, YMMV.
edit: Just called CSR and found out that my application was approved this morning. Same sort of thing as happened with my SPG. Oh well - looks like this was not a problem, so all good in the land of Amex again!
Last edited by pokee; Sep 5, 2013 at 2:14 pm
#144
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 72
Alaska Airlines Credit Card upgrade
There is a letter going out from MBNA to specific customers to upgrade their Alaska Airlines CC to World Elite. This is a targeted mailing according the MBNA Customer Service that meet certain income limits.
It includes 10,000 Alaska Airlines miles and additional benefits to the card. There is no increase in annual fees. If you either have a combined income of $120,000 or a high single income, can't remember the figure, either call their Customer Service number or log onto the MBNA website, add your cc to your profile and click on rewards. If the World Elite banner does not drop down, you will need to call to determine if you qualify.
I had one card approved but my second card wasn't until I spoke with the rep who updated my income information. My wife did not receive the upgrade until she spoke with them about our combined income.
Good Luck
It includes 10,000 Alaska Airlines miles and additional benefits to the card. There is no increase in annual fees. If you either have a combined income of $120,000 or a high single income, can't remember the figure, either call their Customer Service number or log onto the MBNA website, add your cc to your profile and click on rewards. If the World Elite banner does not drop down, you will need to call to determine if you qualify.
I had one card approved but my second card wasn't until I spoke with the rep who updated my income information. My wife did not receive the upgrade until she spoke with them about our combined income.
Good Luck
Last edited by sailingman22; Sep 6, 2013 at 2:59 pm Reason: info
#145
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Canadia
Programs: A loyal Amerisuites customer... oh wait
Posts: 2,033
AB, SK, NWT only: 5000 Aeroplan: Rexall prescription
(Alberta, Saskatchewan, NWT only)
Transfer an existing prescription to Rexall: earn 3,000 Bonus Aeroplan Miles.
Refill the transferred prescription: 2,000 more Bonus Aeroplan Miles.
Expires this week: Saturday, September 14.
http://www3.aeroplan.com/static/pdf/...?cid=000539319
Found at: http://www.canadiantravelhacking.com...-prescription/
Transfer an existing prescription to Rexall: earn 3,000 Bonus Aeroplan Miles.
Refill the transferred prescription: 2,000 more Bonus Aeroplan Miles.
Expires this week: Saturday, September 14.
http://www3.aeroplan.com/static/pdf/...?cid=000539319
Found at: http://www.canadiantravelhacking.com...-prescription/
#146
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Canadia
Programs: A loyal Amerisuites customer... oh wait
Posts: 2,033
Best Western MasterCard: $200 in gift cards
EDIT: This link expired in late November. Sorry.
Best Western Rewards MasterCard promo has returned!
Sign up bonus: 50,000 points.
Minimum spend: $1,000 by November 30.
Best Western Rewards convert to gift cards at a good rate: 6500 points gets you $25 gift cards at commonly used locations, including gas and Walmart. Here's the sweet spot: If your total spend reaches just $1,334, you'll have earned a total of 52,000 points, which is enough to get $200 worth of gift cards.
This is a very good promo for a card with no annual fee.
More discussion at Canadian Kilometers blog
MBNA website offer: https://www.applyonlinenow.com/CACCa...=CPYG&lc=en_CA
Best Western Rewards MasterCard promo has returned!
Sign up bonus: 50,000 points.
Minimum spend: $1,000 by November 30.
Best Western Rewards convert to gift cards at a good rate: 6500 points gets you $25 gift cards at commonly used locations, including gas and Walmart. Here's the sweet spot: If your total spend reaches just $1,334, you'll have earned a total of 52,000 points, which is enough to get $200 worth of gift cards.
This is a very good promo for a card with no annual fee.
More discussion at Canadian Kilometers blog
MBNA website offer: https://www.applyonlinenow.com/CACCa...=CPYG&lc=en_CA
Last edited by jerry305; Nov 24, 2013 at 11:13 pm
#147
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Canadia
Programs: A loyal Amerisuites customer... oh wait
Posts: 2,033
Canadian RBC Avios Visa Infinite: 45,000 Signup bonus
Apply today and receive 15,000 Avios upon approval.
Plus, for a limited time, get an extra 30,000 Avios if you spend $3,000 in each of the first 3 months using your RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card.
That adds up to 45,000 Avios to help you get to your dream destination faster!
Annual fee is $165. The first year fee is not waived.
LINK: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/credit-cards/camp/ba/1303/
More at this thread: Canadian RBC Avios Visa Infinite - 45,000 Signup bonus
Plus, for a limited time, get an extra 30,000 Avios if you spend $3,000 in each of the first 3 months using your RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card.
That adds up to 45,000 Avios to help you get to your dream destination faster!
Annual fee is $165. The first year fee is not waived.
LINK: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/credit-cards/camp/ba/1303/
More at this thread: Canadian RBC Avios Visa Infinite - 45,000 Signup bonus
#148
Join Date: May 2006
Location: YYZ
Posts: 731
Apply today and receive 15,000 Avios upon approval.
Plus, for a limited time, get an extra 30,000 Avios if you spend $3,000 in each of the first 3 months using your RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card.
That adds up to 45,000 Avios to help you get to your dream destination faster!
Annual fee is $165. The first year fee is not waived.
LINK: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/credit-cards/camp/ba/1303/
More at this thread: Canadian RBC Avios Visa Infinite - 45,000 Signup bonus
Plus, for a limited time, get an extra 30,000 Avios if you spend $3,000 in each of the first 3 months using your RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card.
That adds up to 45,000 Avios to help you get to your dream destination faster!
Annual fee is $165. The first year fee is not waived.
LINK: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/credit-cards/camp/ba/1303/
More at this thread: Canadian RBC Avios Visa Infinite - 45,000 Signup bonus
#149
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
I am currently getting ready to spend $3k in 3 months with my new Biz Amex and that will prove to be challenging enough - esp. since my Amex cannot be used everywhere I spend.
#150
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: YVR
Programs: US CP, AA G, CX G, SPG G, IHG G, Marriott Silver
Posts: 3
Yeah, I did this with the BA Visa to get the 50k and it was really, really challenging to get $5k in 3 months even with Xmas coming.
I am currently getting ready to spend $3k in 3 months with my new Biz Amex and that will prove to be challenging enough - esp. since my Amex cannot be used everywhere I spend.
I am currently getting ready to spend $3k in 3 months with my new Biz Amex and that will prove to be challenging enough - esp. since my Amex cannot be used everywhere I spend.
It is tough to spend 9K in 3 month as have to fulfill 3k for AMEX gold biz, even more difficult as I plan to apply extra RBC BA CC for my wife.
At the end of the day, fact in $165 fee 3% paypal cost to manufacture these 54k (45k+9k) avios points, return is not great: (165+270)/54k=0.8 cpm, cheaper then buy avios, but worse then AMEX plat.