Update Bump the Bonus Amex: I tried the secure message center yesterday with the hopes of getting the bump on my recent NEW Business Gold card from 50K to match yesterdays one day public non targeted offer. NO such luck:(
Dear Rick Ingersoll,
While we appreciate your interest in this offer, we are unable to apply it to your account, as it was not available at the time you applied for the card.
I understand that this may be disappointing to you, however you can expect to see various promotions throughout the year for which you may be eligible.
We regret the inconvenience this may cause.
Sincerely,
XXXXX XXXXX
Email Servicing Team
American Express Interactive Services
by Shannon
Our $100 Gift Card winner for the month of October is Brent! Congrats! Email Rick your address so we can send out your winnings.
To get the big bonuses on many credit card deals, you must meet a “minimum spend.” And for some, that becomes a creative challenge. When doing my card deals, I have found some great ways to help meet my minimum spends. I hope they help inspire you, too.
1. Storage Unit
My local storage unit has a 24-hour automated payment system that allows you to pay your bill using a credit card. You can pay as much as you want at any time so I have paid six months ahead on my Starwood Preferred Guest credit card to get to my minimum spend.
2. Daycare Center
Many of you now know I just had my first child in September. While exploring daycare vs. babysitter for a few days a week, I found out that La Petite Academy allows you to pay your weekly daycare costs using a credit card. Great way to get the spend and some points.
3. My Church
My church has set up online giving accounts that may actually be paid with a credit card. I make my weekly donations from the computer on my card and pay them off right away. Great way to get a big spend for me. Rick informed me that many nonprofits allow you to donate online via a credit card, so if you are going to give, get a little in return by using your card. (See #5 below)
4. Gym Membership
My gym membership may be paid in monthly installments or all at once. I save the money for the yearly membership and then pay it all at once toward a spend.
5. Giving to Nonprofits
Many not-for-profit organizations allow for giving via a credit card. If you are interested in giving, here is a link to Charitywatch.org — a great resource for finding reputable charities. Some examples:
The Partnership for a Drug Free America
Alzheimers Foundation of America
Happy travels, and keep submitting your rookie travel tips for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card.
– The Rookie, Shannon
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