They should make the Airline incidental credit easier to use by automatically being triggered with any airline. Also 5x on hotel bookings not just through the travel portal.
@@brayanrojas99 - Thanks Brayan! If Amex were to model it's $200 credit after the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 credit, THAT would be an amazing day ✈️
Great video update; as you stated, they are making it easier for us to $695 of value. I'm in with Uber ($200), FHR ($200), and now the Digital Ent. credit ($240), which puts me at $640 without blinking. I need to dial in the airline credit, but don't value the Saks, because I wouldn't otherwise shop there. I really value lounge access, though the CC still suffers from overcrowding. One of the best things about meeting you in the Delta Sky Club yesterday, was your reminding me that I could also go to the Sky Club post-flight. After arriving in LA, it was nice to relax for a bit, before my drive to the OC. Keep up the great work!
keep voicing you opinions, AMEX now has major premium competition, they will need to make changes to stay on top. Customer discovery surveys they should be doing
Agree. It has replaced Amazon Prime for me and their prices are much better. I basically get same day delivery and Walmart prices without having to set foot in the store (which I can’t stand).
@@kitk4tsworld no doubt. Even if you don’t like their food you can still get consumable items like toilet paper, paper towels, etc for cheap. I use it a lot for pet supplies.
Following your advice, I got the Hulu (with ads), Disney+, ESPN+ bundle AND added HBO Max as an add on for $20.99 a month! You get $15.97 in bundle discounts. So, I am just paying a dollar a month. That is totally 💯 rad!
For all us LA area Amex Plat cardholders, the best way to obtain and argue for a retention offer is the not being able to access their brand "new" centurion lounge at LAX. Unless you fly Delta, there is no current lounge access at LAX with the Platinum Card.
I cancelled my Platinum Card a few months ago. I probably would have broken even but I have a newborn and I know I will not be traveling for the next year or so. I will probably be picking up the Charles Schwab version eventually just not now. I was offered 40k points with a $3k spend or a flat $175 statement credit. I passed on it.
Even so, removing guests from Centurion lounge access and increasing the annual fee to $700 basically killed this card for me..not paying $700 bill to keep this card 🤷♂️ canceling it.
🎅🏻 Even just a few Centurion Lounge guest passes per year would be a big improvement from zero guests. I usually travel solo, but on that rare occasion I’d love to impress my boss, a friend, my parents, or future partner when we happen to travel together. Having just a few one-time use guest passes would tremendously justify this card.
I got a notification today from AMEX about the upcoming Uber One charge and I threw my hands up because I can't keep track of whether it's reimbursed or not anymore. Didn't they say it was going to end at one point, then changed their mind? You're right, they need to keep it a standard benefit. I still don't know if I need to cancel it (because I'm definitely not paying out of pocket for it.)
I think they've done a pretty good job honing these credits. I'll def use the digital credit for HBO Max instead of Audible, cause I have like 5 Audible credits that have piled up that I haven't used. I love the Clear credit. It's something I balked at when I first heard about it, but I used Clear 6 times last year (3 round trips), and it was AMAZING. The combination of TSA Pre Check plus Clear is f'n god tier. If you don't need to check any bags, you can get from your drop off to your gate in like 10-15 min, even when the airport is insane. I got through security in 5 min at Denver and MCO, while it took my friends about 40 -60 min to get through regular security. Don't tell Clear, but I'd probably keep it at this point, even without the Amex credit.
@@Anthonyjones-pq4ff Clear is just an "express" lane to get through security before your departing flight, kind of like TSA Precheck (or any other international equivalent), but fewer people have Clear right now because it's much more expensive than TSA Precheck or Global Entry (which comes bundled with TSA Precheck). It doesn't do anything for you at your destination. Global Entry will allow you to bypass the Customs line, which can save you a ton of time at your destination, if that destination has Global Entry kiosks (google Global Entry locations for a list of participating airports around the world). I believe Clear is only available at US airports, so it won't help if you're departing flight is outside the US, but would help if you are departing from the US, if your departing airport has Clear (there's a list of participating airports on their website). Best case scenario, you're flying out of the US from a location with Clear. You spend maybe 5 minutes getting through security in the US, then your destination has Global Entry so you basically skip customs at your destination. Then you have to go through regular security on your flight back to the US, but you get to skip US Customs with Global Entry when you return.
Disney has been super focused on subscriber growth lately and even considering an ad-supported version of Disney+ which makes me think that they approached Amex rather than the other way around. A lot of people signed up for a 3 year Disney+ bundle when the service launched in November 2019 so Disney also needs to do something to offset the inevitable drop in subscribers that will come this November. This change with the Platinum card means that in November, I'm probably dropping Audible to keep Disney+. The problem with the Platinum card is that I only use it as a coupon book due to the lack of spend multipliers. I don't even use it for airfare much because I often pay part of the round trip with points or credits so I have to use a different card to get insurance.
I already paid for Hulu (w/ Espn & Disney) separately and just subscribed for Audible for the sake of using up the free credits. Basically, this is amazing.. and would have never known unless this video told me. (canceled Audible just now) Thank you Seb!
What I never see mentioned as well is the corporate advantage. Since the card is marketed toward that demographic, if you hold an AMEX corporate card, you are eligible for $150 in statement credit, reducing the fee.
Actually I quiet enjoy the Walmart+ credit. I’m not a big AMZN shopper anyways, W+ serves as an emergency backup / replacement to my Prime membership, once in a blue moon when I need something random, I’ll order from W+. Saved me the Prime AF
The platinum card is in the best spot it’s ever been in for a wider audience of consumers. I’m just excited that they’re getting rid of free guest pass. Hopefully lounges won’t always be so crowded.
I use the Uber, Airline, and the Digital Entertainment credits. The DEC gets me free Sirius XM which provides me with traffic and weather in my car. The Saks credit...I'm done with. Buy stuff that doesn't really matter and still have to pay more than $50 a go. The FHR credit isn't worth it to me in the mid-atlantic because most hotels in the system are WAY to much above the after credit price I want to pay. All that being said, my EAF is $140 a year. That is worth it for the extra warranty, customer service for random events I want to go to, and lounge access. Thanks Sebby and great analysis as always.
🎅 Really liking the entertainment credit and like you said I am honestly considering getting a second Platinum (Schwab) and holding on to it. I currently use the benefit on NYT but this credit also lets me get the Disney+ bundle (which I previously got through Verizon) and swap my Verizon benefit to getting travel passes.
I will stick with audible. I find great value in it as I was a subscriber before and I get my disney free from Verizon. I subscribed to hbo max for one month and found nothing of interest so will gladly stick with the audible credit. I pay a couple bucks on top of the credit but gets me 2 books a month.
Thank you Sebby for your continued research. I’m still in the early game but you’ve helped me a lot. I’ve even gotten my friends to start doing this game that we play! 🎅🎅🎅
100% agree the Walmart, Equinox, and Clear have no value at all for me. The rest is getting pretty solid. Really digging this new change for Hulu\Disney.
I already have the Disney+ bundle through my Verizon wireless plan. I currently use the digital entertainment credit for Sirius satellite credit and the Times. I tend to get over the annual fee in value but sometimes it feels like a pain.
🎅🎅🎅Fortunately, I was targeted for the Disney+ bundle for the $13.99 credit. I'll let that run its course then switch over to the Platinum credit. Nice change by Amex for sure.
I think AEP needs to work on the purchase multiplier. I love my AE Gold for the food, dinning, and gas. I would like a dinning multiplier even if it was to high end chains. Maybe AEP should team up with a high end food service delivery like Butcherbox or Goldbelly.
I had no problem using the old entertainment credit. I do have peacock because Yellowstone and audible is an easy win. but I might cancel peacock and start Hulu instead. Equinox annoys me though
I canceled Peacock immediately, which I didn’t use or really want, and added my Plat card to my Hulu subscription. Net gain for me, but not monumental. ***I wish card companies would make the Global Entry/TSA credit a Global Entry/TSA/PASSPORT RENEWAL credit*** 🤞🍀✈️
🎅 Hey Sebby, speaking of multiple Platinum cards, would you consider doing another military credit card strategy/analysis? Alot of military folk go for at least two with the waiving of the annual fee. I'd be especially interested in topics like foreign transaction fees, retainment bonuses, and getting local cards while overseas.
Jason, consider getting three for yourself (MS, CS, and the Vanilla). Then, if you’re married… think about getting 3x more for your spouse. Active duty spouses also get the fees waived. Then add the Gold cards into the equation and stack the rewards
Clear is nice, also I always max out entertainment because I use audible... I have a massive audible library of science fiction and fantasy novels that I find I enjoy alot more than streaming video now... Because you can binge listen to audiobooks while doing other things - in the car, working out, waiting times, doing chores etc.
Costco doesn’t have 89 gas (at least not where I live), so I like the Walmart+ subscription for 5 cents off per gallon as well as compare prices for groceries vs Amazon Fresh.
🎅 I personally could use the nytimes credit, but I feel like the addition of more credits could lead people to get multiple subscriptions, and go over the $240 limit, effectively spending more, as most of these subscriptions aren’t a straight $20 a month anyway
Sebby, have you ever thought about making videos on travel opportunities? Ex. 1, a video detailing a great seasonal opportunity for a use case for points on airfare & hotel to a specific location. Ex. 2, a video detailing a flash-sale type of opportunity for a use case for points to a specific location. I know I would watch. I have a hard time finding good use cases for points & while I purse my degree and work full-time, it would be awesome to have a competent individual tell me, “hey, this is a good use case for your points, you should consider it.” 🎅🏼🦌
I got the targeted 150k points offer in the mail not even three days after I was approved for the card lol. Not too mad though since I applied through Resy
Hmm not bad at all. The only thing I would like for AMEX to consider is looking at a credit for Disney Parks Admission, Parks Spend (merchandise) and Disney Hotel. But I know, there is already a General Credit for specific Hotels. And Maybe, a more focused high end credit for (Gold/Platinum) at premium dining at places such as Eddie V's Seafood where it would be easy to drop $250.00 for two.
better partnerships (stuff that is still high end but more widely available) , make uber permanent credit, better card personalization options, more miles
I’m good now. I’m on someone else’s Netflix, I get HBO Max included in my AT&T wireless plan and now I’m getting SiriusXM and the Disney+ bundle for just a few bucks total.
🎅🏻 I always finish👍🏽👍🏽. The one thing I would like to change to improve the credits would be for the airline credit to work with all airlines I hate having to choose just one and being stuck for the year with that.
🎅Sebby, I think Amex can provide the Equinox credit regardless of membership type. I hope they do down the line. It’s the one subscription that I do have even way before I applied for the Amex Platnumn card. I figure that Amex is limiting the credit to only those folks that have the most expensive memberships. To that end, they are issuing less credits at the total level because of this.
I just can't justify the hotel credit. It's only specific hotels, and always the ones that have the worst deals. Instead of saving $200 once a year, you can save more than that per booking by just using a different hotel finding service and getting a lower price for the same quality.
Hello Sebby, I notice Amex making changes not only to platinum card they also making changes to the lower tier cards as well. I'm not a platinum card holder one day I will for now I'm a cash everyday user. That being said, I notice when I looking into booking you can I assume that you can earn rewards points on cash everyday cards. I will look further into this for I think Amex is making changes or constantly will make change to all the cards in order to get more attention this is just my opinion. Thank against for another great video
I like the Walmart + credit, had COVID ordered Walmart grocery several times and also scan my cart, scan QR code at self checkout so easy. I guess I'm old style still with travel too, I'll watch you tube videos of people walking around the resort or hotel to get the vibe and read reviews. Instagram is fake, might as well look at a photoshopped brochure.
Hey so I’ve seen your Chanel for a few years now and last year I finally got the Platinum Card , but do you think I should do a retention offer?!? I thought it would only apply to people who’ve had it for more time. My one year is in May of this year.
@asksebby can you use the credit for multiple services? Such as if you have a cheaper plan with Sirius will the balance of the credit apply towards Disney plus?
So do you think that now is a better time than before to have both the Gold and the Platinum Card? I have the Gold currently and have been offered upgrade to platinum but I almost feel like it would be worth it to have both.....? I'd love to know your thoughts
Thx for your video. Have Amex biz plat card for many years in Canada, does not have Uber, Sak, airline benefits etc you mentioned in videos, refused my retention offer request last year 😞 suggestion ?
Hey brother thanks for awesome review... just checking coz pretty new to this game. Your math doesn't include the statement credit value of SUB like the 100k to 125k points?
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If Amex added Spotify to the Digital Credit it would be game-over 🎅🏼
You can get 6 months for free with walmart plus membership.
I would absolutely get it then
or add netflix on the entertainment credit. Or 1MP = 1cent. Or 1.5% cash back on everything
They should make the Airline incidental credit easier to use by automatically being triggered with any airline. Also 5x on hotel bookings not just through the travel portal.
Yes please! 💯
Totally agree
@@MarkReese Hey Mark glad you agree! I enjoy watching your videos.
@@brayanrojas99 - Thanks Brayan! If Amex were to model it's $200 credit after the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 credit, THAT would be an amazing day ✈️
Totally agree. Always pissed if I miss out on part of the airline
Since Amex is "listening", let's tell them not to charge for Centurion access in Feb!!
Great video update; as you stated, they are making it easier for us to $695 of value. I'm in with Uber ($200), FHR ($200), and now the Digital Ent. credit ($240), which puts me at $640 without blinking. I need to dial in the airline credit, but don't value the Saks, because I wouldn't otherwise shop there. I really value lounge access, though the CC still suffers from overcrowding. One of the best things about meeting you in the Delta Sky Club yesterday, was your reminding me that I could also go to the Sky Club post-flight. After arriving in LA, it was nice to relax for a bit, before my drive to the OC. Keep up the great work!
If AMEX updated the airline credit to any airline, or a general travel credit - it would make the platinum card be an even better value.
keep voicing you opinions, AMEX now has major premium competition, they will need to make changes to stay on top. Customer discovery surveys they should be doing
I’d like to see Amex sweeten the multipliers to get more use out of it. The bonus and credits are great but it rarely leaves the sock drawer so far.
If that is the case, cancel it. AMEX isn't going to increase the multipliers.
I use Walmart+. It’s soo handy having your groceries delivered. I saved soo much gas, which in California, is gold.
Agree. It has replaced Amazon Prime for me and their prices are much better. I basically get same day delivery and Walmart prices without having to set foot in the store (which I can’t stand).
@@mpk5011 so true. Glad I’m not the only one on this. It’s the convenience for me.
@@kitk4tsworld no doubt. Even if you don’t like their food you can still get consumable items like toilet paper, paper towels, etc for cheap. I use it a lot for pet supplies.
Following your advice, I got the Hulu (with ads), Disney+, ESPN+ bundle AND added HBO Max as an add on for $20.99 a month! You get $15.97 in bundle discounts. So, I am just paying a dollar a month. That is totally 💯 rad!
For all us LA area Amex Plat cardholders, the best way to obtain and argue for a retention offer is the not being able to access their brand "new" centurion lounge at LAX. Unless you fly Delta, there is no current lounge access at LAX with the Platinum Card.
I cancelled my Platinum Card a few months ago. I probably would have broken even but I have a newborn and I know I will not be traveling for the next year or so. I will probably be picking up the Charles Schwab version eventually just not now. I was offered 40k points with a $3k spend or a flat $175 statement credit. I passed on it.
Even so, removing guests from Centurion lounge access and increasing the annual fee to $700 basically killed this card for me..not paying $700 bill to keep this card 🤷♂️ canceling it.
Agreed. You figured that they would add guests back if they increased it. I would say 4-6 additional guest would justify it for me.
This is brutal
🎅🏻 Even just a few Centurion Lounge guest passes per year would be a big improvement from zero guests. I usually travel solo, but on that rare occasion I’d love to impress my boss, a friend, my parents, or future partner when we happen to travel together. Having just a few one-time use guest passes would tremendously justify this card.
@@lautrufend Yep. They should have added some benefits for having guests with you.
They need to make Uber one permanent or make it part of streaming/ sub credit 🦌
I got a notification today from AMEX about the upcoming Uber One charge and I threw my hands up because I can't keep track of whether it's reimbursed or not anymore. Didn't they say it was going to end at one point, then changed their mind? You're right, they need to keep it a standard benefit. I still don't know if I need to cancel it (because I'm definitely not paying out of pocket for it.)
"2 inches doesnt sound like that much but it can matter more than you think"-Thats
what he said.
I think they've done a pretty good job honing these credits. I'll def use the digital credit for HBO Max instead of Audible, cause I have like 5 Audible credits that have piled up that I haven't used. I love the Clear credit. It's something I balked at when I first heard about it, but I used Clear 6 times last year (3 round trips), and it was AMAZING. The combination of TSA Pre Check plus Clear is f'n god tier. If you don't need to check any bags, you can get from your drop off to your gate in like 10-15 min, even when the airport is insane. I got through security in 5 min at Denver and MCO, while it took my friends about 40 -60 min to get through regular security. Don't tell Clear, but I'd probably keep it at this point, even without the Amex credit.
Hey Jay , how does that work clear on
global entry??
@@Anthonyjones-pq4ff Clear is just an "express" lane to get through security before your departing flight, kind of like TSA Precheck (or any other international equivalent), but fewer people have Clear right now because it's much more expensive than TSA Precheck or Global Entry (which comes bundled with TSA Precheck). It doesn't do anything for you at your destination. Global Entry will allow you to bypass the Customs line, which can save you a ton of time at your destination, if that destination has Global Entry kiosks (google Global Entry locations for a list of participating airports around the world). I believe Clear is only available at US airports, so it won't help if you're departing flight is outside the US, but would help if you are departing from the US, if your departing airport has Clear (there's a list of participating airports on their website).
Best case scenario, you're flying out of the US from a location with Clear. You spend maybe 5 minutes getting through security in the US, then your destination has Global Entry so you basically skip customs at your destination. Then you have to go through regular security on your flight back to the US, but you get to skip US Customs with Global Entry when you return.
2:05 thank you for the confidence boost sebby!
Disney has been super focused on subscriber growth lately and even considering an ad-supported version of Disney+ which makes me think that they approached Amex rather than the other way around. A lot of people signed up for a 3 year Disney+ bundle when the service launched in November 2019 so Disney also needs to do something to offset the inevitable drop in subscribers that will come this November. This change with the Platinum card means that in November, I'm probably dropping Audible to keep Disney+.
The problem with the Platinum card is that I only use it as a coupon book due to the lack of spend multipliers. I don't even use it for airfare much because I often pay part of the round trip with points or credits so I have to use a different card to get insurance.
I've been debating getting the platinum for a few weeks and this new addition sealed the deal. Thanks always Sebby.
They should get rid of Equinox perk and replace it with $350 digital membership perk
I already paid for Hulu (w/ Espn & Disney) separately and just subscribed for Audible for the sake of using up the free credits. Basically, this is amazing.. and would have never known unless this video told me. (canceled Audible just now) Thank you Seb!
What I never see mentioned as well is the corporate advantage. Since the card is marketed toward that demographic, if you hold an AMEX corporate card, you are eligible for $150 in statement credit, reducing the fee.
This is good to know, thank you!
Do you know how to get this? Just link the accounts and reach out to Amex?
Good news! 📰💯
Next: replace the Peloton At-Home Bike Credit with something (MUCH more) useful.
I think that's coming soon.
Dear Amex intern...
Aw man I want that stupid bike, but I am a few months out yet. Hopefully they keep it on there for a few more months
@@WaterYourSoil - Sure hope so 😬
@@enduman - Haha go get your bike, and _then_ Amex can replace the credit with something different 😁👊
Thank you I got my 55,000 points customer retention
Actually I quiet enjoy the Walmart+ credit. I’m not a big AMZN shopper anyways, W+ serves as an emergency backup / replacement to my Prime membership, once in a blue moon when I need something random, I’ll order from W+. Saved me the Prime AF
I'm trying to decide if I should ditch Audible for Hulu and Disney+ 🤔
“Yes I \”used\” the entertainment credit, but I don’t actually watch peacock” is what I’ll have ready when retention fishing 🦌
It's an improvement, but it's not hard to improve on garbage
LMAO
The platinum card is in the best spot it’s ever been in for a wider audience of consumers. I’m just excited that they’re getting rid of free guest pass. Hopefully lounges won’t always be so crowded.
I use the Uber, Airline, and the Digital Entertainment credits. The DEC gets me free Sirius XM which provides me with traffic and weather in my car. The Saks credit...I'm done with. Buy stuff that doesn't really matter and still have to pay more than $50 a go. The FHR credit isn't worth it to me in the mid-atlantic because most hotels in the system are WAY to much above the after credit price I want to pay. All that being said, my EAF is $140 a year. That is worth it for the extra warranty, customer service for random events I want to go to, and lounge access. Thanks Sebby and great analysis as always.
I guess I’ll keep it now 🎅🏼 fell for the retention offer on the gold too. Sickening to hear how much I spend going out to eat 💀
The walmart credit is gold. In many cases better prices than Amazon or eBay.
Peacock is huge for me, you get to watch the English Premier league games (if youre into soccer) and the show Yellowstone!
🎅 Really liking the entertainment credit and like you said I am honestly considering getting a second Platinum (Schwab) and holding on to it. I currently use the benefit on NYT but this credit also lets me get the Disney+ bundle (which I previously got through Verizon) and swap my Verizon benefit to getting travel passes.
I will stick with audible. I find great value in it as I was a subscriber before and I get my disney free from Verizon. I subscribed to hbo max for one month and found nothing of interest so will gladly stick with the audible credit. I pay a couple bucks on top of the credit but gets me 2 books a month.
I cancelled my Plat in December, my wife will cancel hers in May.
Thank you Sebby for your continued research. I’m still in the early game but you’ve helped me a lot. I’ve even gotten my friends to start doing this game that we play! 🎅🎅🎅
100% agree the Walmart, Equinox, and Clear have no value at all for me. The rest is getting pretty solid. Really digging this new change for Hulu\Disney.
This is an awesome update, currently have been using it for Audible but may switch it over to that Hulu/HBO Max! Thanks Sebby👍🏼
The Hilton honors depending on the hotel you usually get $15 a night for up to 2 people each! I got $120 in credit my last started
I already have the Disney+ bundle through my Verizon wireless plan. I currently use the digital entertainment credit for Sirius satellite credit and the Times. I tend to get over the annual fee in value but sometimes it feels like a pain.
🎅🎅🎅Fortunately, I was targeted for the Disney+ bundle for the $13.99 credit. I'll let that run its course then switch over to the Platinum credit. Nice change by Amex for sure.
I think AEP needs to work on the purchase multiplier. I love my AE Gold for the food, dinning, and gas. I would like a dinning multiplier even if it was to high end chains. Maybe AEP should team up with a high end food service delivery like Butcherbox or Goldbelly.
I had no problem using the old entertainment credit. I do have peacock because Yellowstone and audible is an easy win. but I might cancel peacock and start Hulu instead.
Equinox annoys me though
I love the new updated change. I changed mine and added Hulu.
I canceled Peacock immediately, which I didn’t use or really want, and added my Plat card to my Hulu subscription. Net gain for me, but not monumental. ***I wish card companies would make the Global Entry/TSA credit a Global Entry/TSA/PASSPORT RENEWAL credit*** 🤞🍀✈️
“Two “ doesn’t sound like that much, but it could matter more than you think” 😂.
🎅 Hey Sebby, speaking of multiple Platinum cards, would you consider doing another military credit card strategy/analysis? Alot of military folk go for at least two with the waiving of the annual fee. I'd be especially interested in topics like foreign transaction fees, retainment bonuses, and getting local cards while overseas.
Jason, consider getting three for yourself (MS, CS, and the Vanilla). Then, if you’re married… think about getting 3x more for your spouse. Active duty spouses also get the fees waived. Then add the Gold cards into the equation and stack the rewards
@@papawebsk1 how do you add the gold cards? I saw a video a few years ago that sebby did but I can't find it anymore.
Clear is nice, also I always max out entertainment because I use audible... I have a massive audible library of science fiction and fantasy novels that I find I enjoy alot more than streaming video now... Because you can binge listen to audiobooks while doing other things - in the car, working out, waiting times, doing chores etc.
I do use the credit for the New York Times. Amex should add "The Economist" and FT to the list.
Amex And Louis Vuitton Would Be Awesome!
( LV/AMX ) 🎯
Costco doesn’t have 89 gas (at least not where I live), so I like the Walmart+ subscription for 5 cents off per gallon as well as compare prices for groceries vs Amazon Fresh.
🎅 I personally could use the nytimes credit, but I feel like the addition of more credits could lead people to get multiple subscriptions, and go over the $240 limit, effectively spending more, as most of these subscriptions aren’t a straight $20 a month anyway
Thanks Sebby! I always get a lot of value by watching your videos.
Sebby, have you ever thought about making videos on travel opportunities?
Ex. 1, a video detailing a great seasonal opportunity for a use case for points on airfare & hotel to a specific location.
Ex. 2, a video detailing a flash-sale type of opportunity for a use case for points to a specific location.
I know I would watch. I have a hard time finding good use cases for points & while I purse my degree and work full-time, it would be awesome to have a competent individual tell me, “hey, this is a good use case for your points, you should consider it.” 🎅🏼🦌
Dear Platinum Santa 🎅, Wish that Paramount+, HBO and Spotify were part of the Entertainment credit.
An XBox Live credit (for my kids) would be cool. 🎅🏻
I got the targeted 150k points offer in the mail not even three days after I was approved for the card lol. Not too mad though since I applied through Resy
Thanks for mentioning Resy- I just looked up their offers and applied for the 125K bonus!
@@skyluver12 Enjoy!
Hmm not bad at all. The only thing I would like for AMEX to consider is looking at a credit for Disney Parks Admission, Parks Spend (merchandise) and Disney Hotel. But I know, there is already a General Credit for specific Hotels. And Maybe, a more focused high end credit for (Gold/Platinum) at premium dining at places such as Eddie V's Seafood where it would be easy to drop $250.00 for two.
I loved this change! May seem crazy but it was like 1/2 benefits I didn't use so I am definitely going to renew!
better partnerships (stuff that is still high end but more widely available) , make uber permanent credit, better card personalization options, more miles
I’m good now. I’m on someone else’s Netflix, I get HBO Max included in my AT&T wireless plan and now I’m getting SiriusXM and the Disney+ bundle for just a few bucks total.
🎅🏻 I always finish👍🏽👍🏽. The one thing I would like to change to improve the credits would be for the airline credit to work with all airlines I hate having to choose just one and being stuck for the year with that.
This card is a money maker for me.
🎅Sebby, I think Amex can provide the Equinox credit regardless of membership type. I hope they do down the line. It’s the one subscription that I do have even way before I applied for the Amex Platnumn card.
I figure that Amex is limiting the credit to only those folks that have the most expensive memberships. To that end, they are issuing less credits at the total level because of this.
I just can't justify the hotel credit. It's only specific hotels, and always the ones that have the worst deals. Instead of saving $200 once a year, you can save more than that per booking by just using a different hotel finding service and getting a lower price for the same quality.
I don’t value Walmart+ at dollar for dollar but it’s a great perk!
The new credit is literally my tipping point to say the 695 is worth it. Also I would totally buy exclusive collab Amex merch. Great pitch.
Out of all the American Express cards.. is the platinum the best one?
If Amex depreciate the 240 to 139+tax of prime, I will be so happy 😂
I like the change. I already paid for audible. But I also have Hulu and Disney plus. So this helps. It’s like 🎅🏼 came!
If you’re with Verizon you already get Disney+ Hulu and espn+ so this is doesn’t help
I already subscribe to XM, ESPN, Disney and Hulu. Love this feature. Saving me money
Oh 🦌, I’ll definitely get use out of the expansion to digital subscriptions now.
I have the business card and they never to seem to move the benefits from the personal to the business.
Will this work for my Hulu account even though if payment goes through Spotify since it’s connected to a bundle/package subscription?
Hello Sebby, I notice Amex making changes not only to platinum card they also making changes to the lower tier cards as well. I'm not a platinum card holder one day I will for now I'm a cash everyday user. That being said, I notice when I looking into booking you can I assume that you can earn rewards points on cash everyday cards. I will look further into this for I think Amex is making changes or constantly will make change to all the cards in order to get more attention this is just my opinion. Thank against for another great video
Nice pic of Barcelo Maya Palace in there! My go to resort!
I’m not lazy and I like looking daily for ways to get more value out of my AMEX cards but for those who are lazy maybe just grab the Venture X.
Maybe you have too much time on your hands to be coupon browsing.
I like the Walmart + credit, had COVID ordered Walmart grocery several times and also scan my cart, scan QR code at self checkout so easy. I guess I'm old style still with travel too, I'll watch you tube videos of people walking around the resort or hotel to get the vibe and read reviews. Instagram is fake, might as well look at a photoshopped brochure.
Hey so I’ve seen your Chanel for a few years now and last year I finally got the Platinum Card , but do you think I should do a retention offer?!? I thought it would only apply to people who’ve had it for more time. My one year is in May of this year.
I did a retention offer last week after only one year as well. They offered me $4k spend in 3 months for 55k points.
@@zifnabdr Glad to hear I might give it a try soon.
Thanks Sebby! Do you know if there are any changes coming for Amex Plat Canada?
Did you film this at like 3AM, sounds like you're trying to be quiet lol
I still think it's too much hassle to get value from the card, but kept it due to the 40k retention offer.
@asksebby can you use the credit for multiple services? Such as if you have a cheaper plan with Sirius will the balance of the credit apply towards Disney plus?
My favorite coupon card!
😂 now easier to use!
This is giood news Sebby . Thanks for sharing Sebby
Can you explain more detail for accidental airline fee? Does this work on upgrades? What can I use it on with delta?
I only travel out of country twice a year and I book hotel once a week for my employee, is it worth to get amex platinum biz card?
So do you think that now is a better time than before to have both the Gold and the Platinum Card? I have the Gold currently and have been offered upgrade to platinum but I almost feel like it would be worth it to have both.....? I'd love to know your thoughts
Thx for your video. Have Amex biz plat card for many years in Canada, does not have Uber, Sak, airline benefits etc you mentioned in videos, refused my retention offer request last year 😞 suggestion ?
Always enjoy your insights 🎅
Thank you Sebby. I can't find the digital entertainment credit or the Saks??
Check the benefits tab
I have the platinum card and like the audible perk. This bundle though is basically included in my Verizon cell service so it’s not really an upgrade.
🎅 I remember the Swatch brand when I was a kid. I wouldn’t mind a Swatch/AmEx branded watch
Who else came to the comments just to see what others were saying about the 2 inches comment? 👀
Not sure if the math works out for me yet. It’s getting closer though. Jumped on the Resy offer and that is working out great. 🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🎅🏼
Swatch owns Omega, my friend. That’s not the same as a collab.
Is this only for the personal platinum Amex and not for the business platinum?
If you want the 150k offer, get on your VPN. I got to to pull up a couple times
Hey brother thanks for awesome review... just checking coz pretty new to this game.
Your math doesn't include the statement credit value of SUB like the 100k to 125k points?