SPG Amex 30'000 starpoints with $1000 spending
Jul 1, 2010, 7:14 am
#76
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: BGM
Programs: HHonors Gold, Club Carlson Gold, Marriott Platinum, IHG Plat, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 771
I just applied for the business card and got the 14 day message too. But, in the past WEEK I've applied and gotten approved for the HHonors AMEX (for the 20k sign-up & 30k after $1500 spend) & the Business Gold Rewards card (for the 50k after $10k spend).
I didn't really feel like I'd get accepted for this one after just getting those cards this week, but I guess it's still possible, right? lol
Either way, I'm going to have my gf sign up for both since she doesn't have either and is looking for a new card.
Thanks for brining this offer to my attention!!
-Brian
I didn't really feel like I'd get accepted for this one after just getting those cards this week, but I guess it's still possible, right? lol
Either way, I'm going to have my gf sign up for both since she doesn't have either and is looking for a new card.
Thanks for brining this offer to my attention!!
-Brian
Jul 1, 2010, 7:23 am
#77
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: YWG
Programs: AC Elite, SPG Plat
Posts: 643
Two months a go they launched the Canadian version of this with only an 11,000 points bonus. Can't you treat us Canadians the same? I would like another 19,000 points please!
Jul 1, 2010, 7:23 am
#78
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: CHA/TYS
Programs: The Mac Daddy of Heimlich County (and low-ball status)
Posts: 2,868
man. insane offer. and i had to fight just to get my bonus miles from the spend $15000 in 6 months offer :/ congrats to those who are able to take advantage of. maybe i need to refer some friends to this!
Jul 1, 2010, 7:24 am
#79
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: CHA/TYS
Programs: The Mac Daddy of Heimlich County (and low-ball status)
Posts: 2,868
Jul 1, 2010, 7:32 am
#80
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: New Orleans, LA
Programs: DL PM, AA Gold, A3 Gold, WN CP, and lots of points everywhere.
Posts: 344
[...]Any insight on whether I can pull off getting approved (before I try), given the following:
* Never had an Amex SPG.
* 2 accts opened with Amex right now: 1) Amex Gold Business for 50k MR, opened ~6/15/10 and 2) Amex Premier Rewards Gold for 25k MR opened ~4/15/10.
* No other Amex activity in at least the last year.
* Strong scores (750-790).
* ~20 INQ's over the last 2 years but quite a few of those mortgages.
* 3 INQ in the last 3 months, 7 in the last 6.
* Never had an Amex SPG.
* 2 accts opened with Amex right now: 1) Amex Gold Business for 50k MR, opened ~6/15/10 and 2) Amex Premier Rewards Gold for 25k MR opened ~4/15/10.
* No other Amex activity in at least the last year.
* Strong scores (750-790).
* ~20 INQ's over the last 2 years but quite a few of those mortgages.
* 3 INQ in the last 3 months, 7 in the last 6.
I've read that 3 Amex was commonly a limiting factor (but not always) and I'm there so time to lay low and work on some spend requirements...
I'm relieved. Really didn't feel confident this would be approved.
Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences.
Jul 1, 2010, 7:44 am
#81
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: CHA/TYS
Programs: The Mac Daddy of Heimlich County (and low-ball status)
Posts: 2,868
of course if anyone is interested in signing up for this, there are plenty of us on here who would definitely be able to point you in the right direction to sign up for it... *hint hint* 
Jul 1, 2010, 7:51 am
#82
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: BGM
Programs: HHonors Gold, Club Carlson Gold, Marriott Platinum, IHG Plat, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 771
I've seen many people ask, but no answers about if you'd get a referral bonus.
I'd like to refer my girlfriend to them both if I get a bonus.
Thanks a lot!
-Brian
Jul 1, 2010, 7:52 am
#83
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Austin, Texas
Programs: Marriott Employee Level
Posts: 31,593
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Online Guest Feedback Coordinator
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 1, 2010, 8:00 am
#84
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: BGM
Programs: HHonors Gold, Club Carlson Gold, Marriott Platinum, IHG Plat, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 771
I actually just sent my gf a referral email from my SPG account and the offer she got in her email (and the one that shows up when you click on the "apply now" link in the email) is the 10k points + 15k points for $15k spend in 6 months.
So, from what I'm seeing, there is no referral bonus for this card... unless I'm missing something??
So, from what I'm seeing, there is no referral bonus for this card... unless I'm missing something??
Jul 1, 2010, 8:14 am
#85
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: AUS / DXB
Programs: BA Silver | AA LT Gold | EY Silver | Marriott LT Titanium
Posts: 1,838
Applied and got the 14 day message. Decided to go to the status check page anyhow, and found that Amex wanted to verify my street address, since I had just moved, and it did not show on my credit. Verified over the phone, and I am now approved.
Jul 1, 2010, 8:16 am
#86
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: BGM
Programs: HHonors Gold, Club Carlson Gold, Marriott Platinum, IHG Plat, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 771
I checked the status page and it didn't really say anything. So, I called the number and the woman put me on hold for several minutes and said that she was trying to access it to expedite it, but "the system has taken over it". haha
But, she did say to give it another 24hrs (since I just applied this morning) and call back to check on it again and they may be able to help me more then.
So, I"ll be calling back tomorrow morning to see if they can do anything else for me.
But, she did say to give it another 24hrs (since I just applied this morning) and call back to check on it again and they may be able to help me more then.
So, I"ll be calling back tomorrow morning to see if they can do anything else for me.
Jul 1, 2010, 8:34 am
#87
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 321
Eligibility
Would we wife be eligible to apply for this offer, if I currently have an account in my sole name but added her as a second card holder to my individual account?
Jul 1, 2010, 8:46 am
#88
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Plainfield, IL- 60585
Programs: Hilton Gold; AA Platinum;Marriott Gold; Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 353
Business application
Just went through the application for the business card as I have a small consulting business on the side. Got the dreaded 14 day application process message so not sure what that means. For comparison purposes I have one SPG card for personal use and no other Amex cards in my name. However, I did receive the British Airways card back in November 2009 so I am not sure if that influenced things. We will wait and see.
Jul 1, 2010, 9:05 am
#89
In Memoriam
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: ORD, UA 1K, SPG
Posts: 421
spg
Got the same 14 day message.
Guess I will have to wait to see if I get it.
Nevertheless, and excellent offer. Thanks to the community for the post!!
wwbgd
Guess I will have to wait to see if I get it.
Nevertheless, and excellent offer. Thanks to the community for the post!!
wwbgd
Jul 1, 2010, 9:13 am
#90
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 16
Business vs. Corporate?
Was curious... I have a personal AMEX and a card through my employer... so on the American Express Dashboard it shows 1 Personal and 1 Corporate. Is 'Corporate' different than 'Business'? I would like to sign up for this, and I NEVER use my Corporate card. All employees are required to have one for emergencies. Thanks in advance!
