Attn AMEX Platinum Cardmembers

FoShizzle · 08-03-2009, 01:17 PM

Just got my $450 renewal fee tacked onto my bill this month. I called AMEX and told them I wanted to downgrade to the regular gold card because I didn't use the platinum services all that much and $450 is a little steep. The nice lady told me that they have a 'special promotion for qualifying members' for a $300 or 30,000 mile credit to their bill to keep the platinum card. I took the $300.
Just thought I'd pass on the info.

Brunotheboxer · 08-03-2009, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeJabb

Just got my $450 renewal fee tacked onto my bill this month. I called AMEX and told them I wanted to downgrade to the regular gold card because I didn't use the platinum services all that much and $450 is a little steep. The nice lady told me that they have a 'special promotion for qualifying members' for a $300 or 30,000 mile credit to their bill to keep the platinum card. I took the $300.
Just thought I'd pass on the info.

You're still down $150 on something you just said you dont use all that much.

Dave · 08-03-2009, 01:27 PM

awesome! thanks

FoShizzle · 08-03-2009, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

You're still down $150 on something you just said you dont use all that much.

The gold card is like seventy something a year I think. Plat is worth it to me for another seventy five dollars.

Brunotheboxer · 08-03-2009, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeJabb

The gold card is like seventy something a year I think. Plat is worth it to me for another seventy five dollars.

Thats cool, i just dont believe in paying for the "privilege" of using a cc. That being said last year i opened up an Amex card and it had no fee for a gold card. If they wont waive my fee so i pay zero i just cancel the account.

FoShizzle · 08-03-2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

Thats cool, i just dont believe in paying for the "privilege" of using a cc. That being said last year i opened up an Amex card and it had no fee for a gold card. If they wont waive my fee so i pay zero i just cancel the account.

Good to know. I figured they'd be hurting a little on pay memberships.

yomama69 · 08-03-2009, 02:43 PM

I use Concierge services all the time for sports tickets.

JeF4y · 08-03-2009, 03:50 PM

Their personalized services are excellent and well worth the few extra bucks if you travel or attend any events... IMHO anyhow...

nardoM4 · 08-04-2009, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeJabb

Just got my $450 renewal fee tacked onto my bill this month. I called AMEX and told them I wanted to downgrade to the regular gold card because I didn't use the platinum services all that much and $450 is a little steep. The nice lady told me that they have a 'special promotion for qualifying members' for a $300 or 30,000 mile credit to their bill to keep the platinum card. I took the $300.
Just thought I'd pass on the info.

i paid my annual dues 4 months ago.....hope i could get the same treatment lol

Comet · 08-04-2009, 07:38 AM

what kind of services do they offer.. I've been thinking of getting an AMEX

MJC///M3 · 08-04-2009, 09:49 AM

AMEX platinum is an amazing card, customer service treats you like a billionaire...(Even if your not one).

jlaw · 08-04-2009, 10:30 AM

The concierge and travel services can be very useful. They've gotten me on some flights at the last minute where the airline couldn't or wouldn't help. The lounge access is great too.

I love that when you call them, you get a friendly, intelligent American on the line within 60 seconds, every time.

ACZakka325i · 08-05-2009, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jlaw

The concierge and travel services can be very useful. They've gotten me on some flights at the last minute where the airline couldn't or wouldn't help. The lounge access is great too.

I love that when you call them, you get a friendly, intelligent American on the line within 60 seconds, every time.

+1

FoShizzle · 10-22-2009, 11:56 AM

ttt

Heinzftw · 10-22-2009, 12:50 PM

I'd be down to get an Amex card except I gross about 30k a year. Guess that comes with a college student

Citizen Z · 10-22-2009, 12:52 PM

Credit cards are for 'tards. Live debt free.

bolinp78 · 10-22-2009, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Citizen Z

Trolling is for 'tards.

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FoShizzle · 10-22-2009, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Heinzftw

I'd be down to get an Amex card except I gross about 30k a year. Guess that comes with a college student

I had my amex gold all through college. They've really been there for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Citizen Z

Credit cards are for 'tards. Live debt free.

This should help you: http://tiny.cc/ZQSJl

yomama69 · 10-22-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Citizen Z

Credit cards are for 'tards. Live debt free.

You can live debt free and use credit cards. Clearly you have never had an AmEx. You make your purchases every month and make a single full payment at the billing due date.

MJC///M3 · 10-22-2009, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by yomama69

You can live debt free and use credit cards. Clearly you have never had an AmEx. You make your purchases every month and make a single full payment at the billing due date.

one of the best parts of having the card. Knowing that you must pay in full every month keeps your spending in check.

ACZakka325i · 10-22-2009, 05:14 PM

To follow up, I was charged with my membership renewal a few weeks ago. I called them about it and they said they would not waive the fee.

I told them the only reason I got the Platinum card was for the free companion tickets for airlines. Blah blah blah,

I got no where and ended up getting a gold card again.

I never used any of the feature with the platinum. The only thing it does for me is make me look cool, i guess.

ACZakka325i · 10-22-2009, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Citizen Z

Credit cards are for 'tards. Live debt free.

So you bought your car with cash?

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ACZakka325i Colonel 289 Rep 2,007 Posts Drives: 2 stroke Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CT iTrader: (2)	To follow up, I was charged with my membership renewal a few weeks ago. I called them about it and they said they would not waive the fee. I told them the only reason I got the Platinum card was for the free companion tickets for airlines. Blah blah blah, I got no where and ended up getting a gold card again. I never used any of the feature with the platinum. The only thing it does for me is make me look cool, i guess. __________________ (Waitlist): #1 M2CSL (Current): 2016 F15 X5 3.5xdrive - 2010 997.2 C4S Coupe (Past): 2016 F30 340xi M-Sport -2013 535i xdrive 2008 E92 M3 - 2006 E90 325i 2002 E46 325xi - 1991 E30 325i
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