Ram Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 I'd be happier if the Uber credit weren't limited to $15/month (higher in December), but I'll take it!Uber overseas doesn't count, btw. US only.Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsplayr Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 (edited) For those who bank with USAA and don't already play the credit card rewards game, this is a great one-card solution. https://www.usaa.com/inet/wc/bank_cc_limitless_cashback_visa_signature BL: limitless 2.5% cashback on every purchase, no annual fee, the only catch is you have to direct deposit at least $1K monthly with USAA. Even for those with a handful of rewards cards already I think it has a place. I applied and was approved 10 seconds later and it doesn't appear like it's affected by any kind of 5/24 rule like Chase. Adding to my roster of travel cards and will be used for anything that doesn't qualify for a higher rewards rate on another card. Edited March 13, 2017 by nsplayr 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mox Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Anyone get hit with the Barclaycard annual fee $995, due to changes in their terms? I called and was informed that because I was AD prior to getting the card I don't qualify for the no annual fee but they would still honor the 0% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uhhello Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Ouch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Anyone get hit with the Barclaycard annual fee $995, due to changes in their terms? I called and was informed that because I was AD prior to getting the card I don't qualify for the no annual fee but they would still honor the 0%Cancel it. You'll either get the full amount (if within 1 month) or a proration back. You could also see if they would convert it to a no-annual fee card such as the Barclaycard Arrival. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mox Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 15 hours ago, ihtfp06 said: Cancel it. You'll either get the full amount (if within 1 month) or a proration back. You could also see if they would convert it to a no-annual fee card such as the Barclaycard Arrival. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk thanks, I did cancel it and got the money back. Oh well at least I got a free Stratus 2S receiver out of the signup offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the g-man Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 This was news to me: http://www.doctorofcredit.com/barclaycard-significantly-cuts-benefits-active-duty-military-cardholders/ BLUF: Barclaycard is no longer going to drop interest rates/fees to zero on their cards for active duty servicemembers. Current cardholders are grandfathered until they leave active duty, however.Yeah I screwed up and applied for the Arrival card before checking as I already have AA card at 0%Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 For those of you who had a credit card with USAA before commissioning, you might want to contact them about SCRA. They retroactively applied a 4% APR to my card. They've given me the reduced 4% APR for PCS and deployment in the past, but never retroactively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFRESH Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Cranium's up, if you're considering the Platinum from Amex, you can hook a bro up by using my link: http://refer.amex.us/DOUGLMPUP8?xl=cp01-137 You get 60k points when you spend $5k in three months. I get 15k points for you using my link. It's a win/win. They're still waiving the $550 fee for active duty military. Tons of benefits, as mentioned in this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baileynme Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Anyone have AMEX waive the fee for a second platinum card as well? I bit the bullet and got my wife a card so I can get her TSA Pre Check. Talked to two separate agents on the phone and they gave me two separate answers (absolutely yes and maybe).Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Anyone have AMEX waive the fee for a second platinum card as well? I bit the bullet and got my wife a card so I can get her TSA Pre Check. Talked to two separate agents on the phone and they gave me two separate answers (absolutely yes and maybe).Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network ForumsI have three platinums (normal, Mercedes, and business) and they waive the fees on all of them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hispeed7721 Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Anyone have AMEX waive the fee for a second platinum card as well? I bit the bullet and got my wife a card so I can get her TSA Pre Check. Talked to two separate agents on the phone and they gave me two separate answers (absolutely yes and maybe).Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network ForumsYup. I got my wife and my dad additional platinum cards and the fees are waived for both. All the benefits also extend to the extra cards. Side note : I would get Global Advantage instead of Pre Check. It's free on the platinum and includes includes international travelSent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matmacwc Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 What about when you retire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baileynme Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Yup. I got my wife and my dad additional platinum cards and the fees are waived for both. All the benefits also extend to the extra cards. Side note : I would get Global Advantage instead of Pre Check. It's free on the platinum and includes includes international travelSent from my iPhone using Baseops Network ForumsThanks for the reply, does Global Entry include Pre Check? We won't use Global Entry much for a few years.Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsplayr Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTB Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 5 hours ago, matmacwc said: What about when you retire? Nope. And they find out surprisingly fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hispeed7721 Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Thanks for the reply, does Global Entry include Pre Check? We won't use Global Entry much for a few years.Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network ForumsYes, Global Entry is the exact same thing as pre check except that it works CONUS and internationally. Even if you only travel internationally once, it's worth havingSent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muscle2002 Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 You will receive a Known Traveler ID when you get a Global Entry pass. As long as you enter this number when you make your reservation, you should be good with TSA Pre-Check. Just note that not all airlines participate in TSA Pre-Check. Sent from my iPad using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluedevil Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Anybody know the Amex policy on guard/reserve dudes? If I apply and get the card while on AD, then separate, have a month or so as a DSG, then go on orders, what would they do? I'll get around to calling them if no one has any gouge. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brabus Posted June 13, 2017 Share Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) Haven't experienced it personally yet, but it's about a 50/50 amongst the ARC bros I know. It seems to matter based on what orders you're on when AMEX does it's yearly check. If you happen to be on active orders during the check, fee is waived, if you're not on active orders, then you'll see a fee show up. That said, my plan is to not call AMEX at all and let it ride; if the fee shows up, I'm calling them and canceling my cards if they don't take it away. That line has worked for 3 guys I know. Edit: They waived one guy's fee and took away the other two's fee/canx'd the cards. So you really can't lose, at least based off this small sample size. The other ARTs I know just pay the fee because they think the benefits are worth it. Obviously the AGRs are unaffected. Edited June 13, 2017 by brabus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluedevil Posted June 13, 2017 Share Posted June 13, 2017 You will receive a Known Traveler ID when you get a Global Entry pass. As long as you enter this number when you make your reservation, you should be good with TSA Pre-Check. Just note that not all airlines participate in TSA Pre-Check. Sent from my iPad using Baseops Network ForumsYour DoD ID number is a Known Traveler ID for TSA-Pre. http://blog.tsa.gov/2016/06/your-dod-id-can-shorten-your-wait-at.html?m=1Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Posted June 14, 2017 Share Posted June 14, 2017 For what its worth, realize that the biggest benefits to having these cards come simply by having them. For day to day spending, other than a bonus category, the USAA 2.5% cash back card is pretty much impossible to beat. I have the better part of a dozen credit cards at a given time and the USAA is my go-to as I haven't found anything else to beat 2.5%. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsplayr Posted June 14, 2017 Share Posted June 14, 2017 15 minutes ago, Smokin said: For what its worth, realize that the biggest benefits to having these cards come simply by having them. For day to day spending, other than a bonus category, the USAA 2.5% cash back card is pretty much impossible to beat. I have the better part of a dozen credit cards at a given time and the USAA is my go-to as I haven't found anything else to beat 2.5%. Amen. USAA Limitless is my go-to card for anything not in a high bonus category for some other card. 3 months in and everything has been smooth...can't beat the 2.5% cash back for all purchases. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olevelo Posted June 14, 2017 Share Posted June 14, 2017 Have they expanded the USAA cards to all states yet? Last I looked it was still pretty restricted to who could get it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nunya Posted June 14, 2017 Share Posted June 14, 2017 2 hours ago, olevelo said: Have they expanded the USAA cards to all states yet? Last I looked it was still pretty restricted to who could get it. No. AL, AR, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MI, MN, MT, ND, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX and WA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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