Amex Gold Card: REAL WORLD REVIEW | How to Use Every Benefit

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  • Опубликовано: 18 янв 2025

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  • @MarkReese
    @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +4

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  • @topofall1992
    @topofall1992 4 месяца назад +46

    Finally someone that explains all benefits down to details. Thanks

  • @soapa4279
    @soapa4279 4 месяца назад +84

    The Amex Gold, with a free Diabetes credit

    • @CharlesCharge99
      @CharlesCharge99 4 месяца назад +8

      They should have included a McDonald's credit on this refresh of the gold card.

    • @callmeNeno
      @callmeNeno 4 месяца назад +1

      😂

    • @titiung
      @titiung 4 месяца назад

      You can enjoy the food without getting diabetes if you know what to avoid eating.

    • @EzmuratNizamidin
      @EzmuratNizamidin 4 месяца назад +1

      😂😂😂

    • @robertm8380
      @robertm8380 4 месяца назад +3

      The Heart Attack Card. The next card will be the Phat Card

  • @hendrixhein
    @hendrixhein 4 месяца назад +33

    Great video with real life examples on how to use the benefits on the platinum card. For Dunkin Credit, you can also reload $7 every month to your Dunkin account with your Amex Gold card and you can still get the Dunkin credit. So, you are not forced to go to Dunkin every month and buy some food or drinks

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +4

      Great tip, thanks!

    • @357twilson
      @357twilson 4 месяца назад +1

      Wait please explain? I have the Gold but don’t want to go to Dunkin every single month to use $7. What do you mean by reloading the credit?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +8

      @@357twilson - You can get a "Dunkin' Card" (i.e., a gift card) either physically in store or a digital one in the app. Then you can use a credit card to reload that gift card with funds to spend at a later date.

    • @357twilson
      @357twilson 4 месяца назад +2

      @@MarkReese wow fantastic. Can you do that for the Cheesecake Factory, and or the other dining credits?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      @@357twilson - Not sure, I haven't experimented with it.

  • @lavybaby97
    @lavybaby97 Месяц назад +4

    Thank you for breaking it down step by step. I have had the gold card for 2 years and never did any of these expect Uber credit, now that it is going up to $325 annually it's time to take advantage of the card.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  Месяц назад +1

      Glad it helped you!

  • @MikeBean
    @MikeBean 4 месяца назад +14

    This is honestly a clever vid, good idea, there should be more vids in the space like this

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +4

      Thanks! Glad you like it.

  • @CHSwildcats19
    @CHSwildcats19 4 месяца назад +8

    Thank you for pointing out that current gold card users still have to go to the site and press the "enroll" button (multiple times) to ensure they get the new credits. I have enjoyed the Uber & Dining credits every month for years, but forgot that I had had to enroll in them initially. I checked my acct and yep, the new Resy credit was not active. It took 3 different screens of accepting terms and clicking enroll buttons, but I finally got it applied. I'm going to use this credit on my trip in October - thanks again!

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      You bet! Enjoy 💯

  • @infiniti0812
    @infiniti0812 3 месяца назад +5

    This is the most helpful explanation for AMEX gold ever! And real usage is more helpful for our usage. Thank you!

  • @vananchez
    @vananchez 4 месяца назад +6

    I enjoyed that video , the way you broke it down made sense when someone gets a gold card they know exactly what they’re getting themselves into you pay for the experience ….sometimes that’s priceless. ❤ well done Mark!

  • @josephdollarbills4926
    @josephdollarbills4926 3 месяца назад +2

    Great video 💯I loved how you filmed each trip individually to show us a visual perspective on how each statement offer works 👍

  • @robertjarrell7276
    @robertjarrell7276 4 месяца назад +8

    Food credit still works at Shake Shack through September. Also, you can use the $7 Dunkin credit to add to the Dunkin card.

  • @CalbyNg
    @CalbyNg 4 месяца назад +10

    Pretty interesting how you used your credit and stylized the video! I believe Anthony Venture did a similar video not too long ago. Definitely fun to see how people use the credits in real life.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +3

      Agreed!

    • @yurig2530
      @yurig2530 4 месяца назад +1

      @@CalbyNg this one is nicer, and he also used hotel credit.

    • @CalbyNg
      @CalbyNg 4 месяца назад +1

      @@yurig2530 Oh, I wasn’t comparing them. I just like how there are more videos showing real life use rather than just theorizing; and for each person it’s a different experience. So it’s unique

  • @Dev2088-e3j
    @Dev2088-e3j 3 месяца назад +2

    Finally someone who explains with visuals!!!

  • @_iErik
    @_iErik 4 месяца назад +3

    Excellent example showing the incredible value the Gold card offers for people with the lifestyle that it was designed for.

  • @kdkickz_
    @kdkickz_ 4 месяца назад +4

    I used my amex gold to upload balance on dunkin card and recieved $7 staement credit. Pretty Neat

  • @BlakeDaniels
    @BlakeDaniels 3 месяца назад +2

    I can confirm you can use any Amex to pay for the final room bill and still receive the credit. I've tested with Plat booking and then using Hilton cards, and even (before the switch) booking with the Gold and paying with the WF Propel Amex. No issues getting FHR/THC benefits/credits :)

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  3 месяца назад +1

      Awesome, thanks for the data point, Blake!

  • @ZailDyez
    @ZailDyez 4 месяца назад +2

    Love the real world examples. I’m always worried if certain credits have to be used so once. Seeing that resy can be split into multiple purchases is great. Appreciate the content!

  • @basnetgl
    @basnetgl 4 месяца назад +2

    The Dunkin credit also works in shops that share a Baskin Robbins. A great way to get a free ice cream sundae.

  • @latoyaunderwood8239
    @latoyaunderwood8239 4 месяца назад +2

    Excellent video, Mark. Very thorough. Thank you.

  • @gbouton2011
    @gbouton2011 3 месяца назад +1

    Super helpful. I’m getting this card with the elevated signup offer as it seems I can use most of the credits pretty easily. We will see after a 1 year test run

  • @rkla887
    @rkla887 4 месяца назад +2

    I was a fan of the Gold for years but after the increase it became not worth it to me. I’ve actually downgraded my Gold to the Green and picked up the Everyday Preferred.

  • @robertjarrell7276
    @robertjarrell7276 4 месяца назад +7

    You can use another Amex card. I used an Aspire. For the Hotel Collection.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Great thanks for the data point!

  • @MrPhCore
    @MrPhCore 3 месяца назад +1

    Even though I know about all credits, in was really informative when you showed how they work, when you pay, when it comes back to your account, how to keep a track of it! Thank you!

  • @blakebraboy6909
    @blakebraboy6909 2 месяца назад +1

    ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO. I like see how in real time your points being redeemed and trips that were taken.

  • @jackytheindo
    @jackytheindo 4 месяца назад +7

    Real life examples of benefits is what we need for all the cards 😉 please

  • @kanicshep
    @kanicshep Месяц назад +1

    Do appreciate the vid. I plan on getting an AMEX gold soon!

  • @edmonhr
    @edmonhr 9 дней назад +1

    So the uber cash can accumulate there indefinitely, or will it expire? I only use uber when i travel.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  9 дней назад +2

      It expires at the end of each month.

  • @matmat_chu
    @matmat_chu 4 месяца назад +3

    got approved for mine recently, so thanks for the run down on all the benefits! its a lot more interesting seeing them in action (also yeah the five guys fries are bomb 🍟)

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +3

      Congrats on your approval!

  • @Anhihusanivus
    @Anhihusanivus 4 месяца назад +5

    Amex does help with alot of credits especially food something we need

  • @paulstein916
    @paulstein916 4 месяца назад +2

    Well done video Mark. Very enjoyable and informative.

  • @rangeles3462
    @rangeles3462 4 месяца назад +1

    Brah - Mahalo; always providing useful and relevant content! The Best!

  • @albertsotomayor4221
    @albertsotomayor4221 3 дня назад +1

    Can you do something similar with the Amex Platinum, please

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  3 дня назад +1

      Perhaps at some point!

  • @StrongEnough78
    @StrongEnough78 4 месяца назад +1

    I can vouch you do not have to use the Gold Card to get the benefits when booking a hotel from The Hotel Collection. Just having the card gets you the benefits. I have the Gold card but used my Green card for a trip in May. I still got the free room upgrade and $100 credit I used for parking. Plus 3x points for using the Green card to book the room. This alone paid for the annual fee on either card for the year for me.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Awesome, thanks for the data point!

    • @StrongEnough78
      @StrongEnough78 4 месяца назад +1

      @@MarkReese My pleasure! 👍

  • @micahgallebo
    @micahgallebo 4 месяца назад +2

    I just got approved for the AMEX Gold! Does the Uber Cash stack/carry over each month?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +4

      Congrats! The Uber Cash benefit expires at the end of each month. However, the Gold benefit + Platinum benefit do stack within each month if you have both cards.

  • @benj1236
    @benj1236 4 месяца назад +2

    This is wild. Thank you for making this video. This makes for much sense now.

  • @leonardgoffe7159
    @leonardgoffe7159 4 месяца назад +3

    I already maxed out my resy

  • @isaiahbaggett5014
    @isaiahbaggett5014 Месяц назад +1

    Great and informative video. I'm from Plano btw :)

  • @1ofmany975
    @1ofmany975 Месяц назад +2

    Amex has been sending me mail for months saying I’m pre approved for the gold card. But I’m having a hard time justifying the annual fee. I get that they give you credit for Resy, Dunkin, Dining, and Uber but none of that stuff I don’t normally use. Uber might have come in handy for nights out I drink and don’t have to drive but I recently quit drinking and I also have a car. Dining I might use once a month. But I’m still spending an X amount of money that’s likely going to be more than the credit per month they give. I normally cook at home for the most part. So am I really getting benefits or the illusion of it? Because at the end of the day you’re likely spending more money than what they credit you per month. If you normally use those services and places they listed out. It’s definitely to your benefit. But as someone who doesn’t, it’s a bit harder to justify. I recently got the savor capital one and I get 3% cash back and no annual fee. I’m satisfied with it so far.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  Месяц назад +1

      Glad you're liking the C1 Savor card!

  • @gbouton2011
    @gbouton2011 3 месяца назад +2

    I’m seeing a 100k welcome offer online fyi

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  3 месяца назад +2

      Very strong offer 🏆

  • @naldofearlesstv74
    @naldofearlesstv74 4 месяца назад +1

    Great video, I’ll be using my Resy credit for my anniversary in September 🙌🏾

  • @janemarino6968
    @janemarino6968 Месяц назад +1

    LOVE THIS. JUST WHAT I NEED TO MAKE MY DECISION 🎉

  • @DiegoG1618
    @DiegoG1618 27 дней назад +1

    Do you have to Dine in for the Resy Credit to kick in?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  26 дней назад +2

      I don't think so, but I can't confirm 100% yet as I haven't tried it.

    • @DiegoG1618
      @DiegoG1618 26 дней назад +1

      Got it. Thanks for the quick reply!!!

  • @Fullgetsu
    @Fullgetsu 4 месяца назад +2

    Will the resy dining credit work if I order takeout from a restaurant’s website that is listed on the resy app?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      I'll have to try it to confirm. My guess at the moment is 'yes' as long as the purchase is charged directly by the restaurant in the same way as a dine-in order is processed. A possible exception may be if you order by phone, pay over the phone, and the system they use is for those orders is different / not set up on the network as a 'restaurant.'

  • @blakebraboy6909
    @blakebraboy6909 2 месяца назад +2

    Purchasing the dunkin gc online DOES result in a $7 credit. 😊

  • @callmeNeno
    @callmeNeno 4 месяца назад +5

    Love the arroz con pollo tacos

  • @fiddleman613
    @fiddleman613 4 месяца назад +3

    Hey man.. your 4 digit security code is showing when you show the receipt!

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Thanks! I'm cool with that. It has no meaning without the account number and is not unique to my card.

  • @Milkinporsche
    @Milkinporsche 4 месяца назад +6

    Ton of people got the card even tho it doesnt fit their life style, now they get mad that amex made it better.

    • @_iErik
      @_iErik 4 месяца назад +2

      This doesn’t get said enough. There are so many salty people in the comments and posting videos about this card that never had the lifestyle to justify it in the first place.

  • @jimmyjames6492
    @jimmyjames6492 4 месяца назад +3

    Thanks for the info + video!

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      You're welcome!

  • @gsctrading7215
    @gsctrading7215 4 месяца назад +1

    Very nice video, hands-on detailed use of benefits! Thanks.

  • @412foto
    @412foto 4 месяца назад +3

    5 Guys is a good but a rip off these days. $9 now for a rather small burger and almost $6 for a small fry.

  • @germananditravels
    @germananditravels 4 месяца назад +2

    I do prefer that they swapped out Shake Shack with Five Guys for the dining credit

  • @Victor_Romero
    @Victor_Romero 4 месяца назад +1

    I have the Amex Green and I enjoy the Clear credit. There are still not a lot of Resy restaurants in my area. So, I will keep my Green Card for now, even though it gives me 3X on dinning instead of the 4X from the Gold Card. However, the annual fee is less on my Green, so that may offset the credits I am missing from the Gold Card. Am I missing anything? Let me know. Thank you, Mark! Great video.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Nothing being missed other than what's discussed in the video. Also, the Gold Card offers a 4X U.S. Supermarket category on up to $25K spent per year.

    • @Victor_Romero
      @Victor_Romero 4 месяца назад

      @@MarkReese Good point. For Groceries, I use Amex Preferred Card which gives 6X US Supermarkets.

  • @ironeyes4882
    @ironeyes4882 2 месяца назад +2

    I just got this card, lowk i feel like it's the perfect college kid card.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  2 месяца назад +2

      Congrats on the approval!

    • @ironeyes4882
      @ironeyes4882 2 месяца назад

      @MarkReese thanks! I just turned 18 2 months ago, but I have 5 years of being an authorized user, so a huge boost. I got it with a 100k welcome offer too!

  • @gbouton2011
    @gbouton2011 3 месяца назад +1

    I assume if you don’t use the uber credit for a month, you get to keep it in like the dining credit which is nice

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  3 месяца назад +1

      No. Neither the Uber Cash nor the dining credit roll over from month to month. Both expire at the end of each month.

    • @NathanFogg-z3j
      @NathanFogg-z3j 2 месяца назад +1

      @@MarkReeseThat’s interesting as you said that Amex deposits the $10 into your Uber account. So, if you don’t use it, they’ll remove the deposit??? 🤔

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  2 месяца назад +1

      @@NathanFogg-z3j - Correct, but it's Uber that will do that. The Uber Cash has a lifespan of ~ 30 days, so once it expires, Uber removes any remaining funds from the Amex benefit.

  • @atsawinthongsumak57
    @atsawinthongsumak57 4 месяца назад +1

    You are a very good tipper.

  • @kathyspencer7882
    @kathyspencer7882 4 месяца назад +1

    Great info, as usual! ❤🍟

  • @ryanbon2414
    @ryanbon2414 Месяц назад +1

    The hotel collection credit is unfortunately awful. Amex sells above market rate so your not getting any value, in fact, most of the time your spending more than you would if you just booked direct even with the $100 credit

  • @ryanccc777
    @ryanccc777 4 месяца назад +8

    My OCD would have required that I round up the tip to get the total bill to $50 to use the entire credit, now there is that marginal amount remaining. 😂

  • @Leoprieto74
    @Leoprieto74 4 месяца назад +5

    25% Tip??? 😮

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      I simply felt like doing so at the time.

  • @dis6wood
    @dis6wood 4 месяца назад +3

    Mark, why didn’t you tip your server the extra $1.03? lol

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +3

      Didn't even occur to me 😄 I don't think in round numbers.

  • @karengong8309
    @karengong8309 4 месяца назад +2

    Will amex credit the $50 if we pick up food from a resy restaurant instead of to dine in? Thanks.

    • @soapa4279
      @soapa4279 4 месяца назад

      @@karengong8309 Yes as long as you pay directly with the restaurant

    • @Leoprieto74
      @Leoprieto74 4 месяца назад +2

      Yes. That is what I do every week. I order pick-up using the restaurant website from my Resy listed restaurants in my area. I get the credit every week. I said every week because I have four Amex cards that have the Resy credit benefit. Btw, since it is pick-up and just one meal I never add tips to my weekly Resy orders 😊.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      I'll have to try it to confirm. My guess at the moment is 'yes' as long as the purchase is charged directly by the restaurant in the same way as a dine-in order is processed. A possible exception may be if you order by phone, pay over the phone, and the system they use is for those orders is different / not set up on the network as a 'restaurant.'

    • @karengong8309
      @karengong8309 4 месяца назад

      @@Leoprieto74 thank you so much. Both of my husband and I have a gold, $50 each add up $100 will feed us 4 lol.

    • @karengong8309
      @karengong8309 4 месяца назад +1

      @@MarkReese thank you, I will try it out today.

  • @stevenwoo2881
    @stevenwoo2881 4 месяца назад +5

    I decided to cancel my Amex Gold card after the changes. I live in San Francisco and the closest Dunkin' Donuts is located 10 miles away from me. That is just too far to use a $10 credit and the Resy credit is too small to use. The high end restaurants cost way more than the $100 credit will cover. Amex should have skipped the Dunkin' credit and offered a $200 Resy credit instead. The Dunkin' and Resy credit did not offer enough value for the $75 annual fee increase for me. I am now taking a hard look at the Amex Platinum card to determine whether I should cancel that card as well.

    • @praspurgh
      @praspurgh 4 месяца назад +3

      yes cancel the platinum too, there are cheaper travel cards out there

    • @stevenwoo2881
      @stevenwoo2881 4 месяца назад +1

      @@praspurgh I am definitely leaning in that direction.

    • @richard1113
      @richard1113 4 месяца назад

      I am definitely thinking of cancelling both AMEX Gold and Platinum at next AF. May keep if they make a retention offer but I'm getting tired of these coupon book cards.

  • @cybertoeknee
    @cybertoeknee 4 месяца назад +1

    Why didn't you make it an even $50 to be a little more generous with that tip section? What are you going to use that remaining $1.03 for lol? Thanks for the great content, keep it coming!

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Didn't even cross my mind 😂 I don't think in round numbers.

    • @cybertoeknee
      @cybertoeknee 4 месяца назад +1

      @MarkReese just poking fun! I didn't notice until your rewards screen said you had a dollar left. I do like how well it tracks your credit spend.

  • @valthelittledragon6056
    @valthelittledragon6056 4 месяца назад +5

    Why five guys tip is almost 20% 😮 im not american so its hard for me to understand

    • @lukejohnson1274
      @lukejohnson1274 4 месяца назад +5

      Everyone asks for tips now even if they don't provide any service. I AM and American and don't understand either. It is insane and a new, ridiculous phenomenon. DO NOT TIP if no one is waiting your table.

    • @richard1113
      @richard1113 4 месяца назад

      @@lukejohnson1274 💯!

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      I simply felt like doing so at the time.

  • @whiskersredwood
    @whiskersredwood 4 месяца назад +2

    Does the $10 uber cash expire at end of month?

    • @Whoisbu89
      @Whoisbu89 4 месяца назад +3

      Yes. Use it or lose it.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Yes it does.

  • @aryankhalili9141
    @aryankhalili9141 4 месяца назад +24

    Most of AMEX card holders go out of their way and spend more than they need to obtain their credits. 😂

    • @caribdude8151
      @caribdude8151 4 месяца назад

      Word!

    • @dhrupate2027
      @dhrupate2027 4 месяца назад +1

      Nope if you have self control

    • @TheSuccessEngineer
      @TheSuccessEngineer 4 месяца назад +1

      Nah but guess you don’t have the Amex gold 😂

    • @pepepez6335
      @pepepez6335 4 месяца назад +1

      Not really. The Amex gold is for food purchases. If you're not spending on groceries or dining, why would you even have it?

  • @fabriciorodriguez3755
    @fabriciorodriguez3755 4 месяца назад +1

    Hi I will be getting my second credit card , Do you recommend me or not to get it?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +3

      Only if the spend categories, benefits, and rewards make sense for you, then it's worth it. The answer will be 'yes' or 'no' for different people.

  • @Blk_pantherfit
    @Blk_pantherfit 4 месяца назад +1

    Does the Uber benefits roll over each month if you don’t use the Uber services

  • @_santos13
    @_santos13 4 месяца назад +1

    Maybe I’m wrong, but I think that you get free breakfast with Platinum. 🤔

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      If you're referring to the Dunkin' credit, that''s currently only available on the Amex Gold Card.

    • @_santos13
      @_santos13 4 месяца назад +1

      @@MarkReese I’m talking about daily breakfast for 2 on hotels with Amex Platinum.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      @@_santos13 - Correct, you receive that benefit as part of the Fine Hotels & Resorts program, which is available via the Amex Platinum Card.

  • @suprashank
    @suprashank 4 месяца назад +1

    Can you do takeouts using the Resy Credit ?

    • @titiung
      @titiung 4 месяца назад

      Yes because I don't want to tip.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      I'll have to try it to confirm. My guess is that the answer is 'yes' as long as the transaction is charged directly by the restaurant in the same way dine-in orders are. A possible way it wouldn't work is paying over the phone if the restaurant uses a different system for those orders and if that system isn't configured as a 'restaurant.'

  • @richard1113
    @richard1113 4 месяца назад +1

    This is a great video explaining benefits! The only thing I would add is that to maximize value you should watch how much you are spending. $24 for a burger and fries really dilutes the $10 credit. If you were going to spend that money anyway, you're good. But personally, I try to keep it down to an amount close to the credit so I feel like I'm getting something.

    • @pepepez6335
      @pepepez6335 4 месяца назад +1

      You're using the credits because you feel you have to. This might not be the card for you if you're not already spending on these things

    • @pepepez6335
      @pepepez6335 4 месяца назад +1

      Sounds like you're spending because you feel obligated to. This might not be the card for you if you're not already spending on these things.

    • @richard1113
      @richard1113 4 месяца назад

      @@pepepez6335 I agree with your premise that one should use cards that line up with a person's existing spending. My comment points out that to maximize value one should avoid overspending when using credits.

  • @AxelXBrian
    @AxelXBrian 4 месяца назад +2

    Nice Hair Cut Mark 💯👍

  • @Ryan-iq2zd
    @Ryan-iq2zd 4 месяца назад +1

    Do you get the $100 hotel collection credit every year on your anniversary?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +3

      No, you receive it on your hotel bill at checkout. You get that credit on every hotel stay booked via The Hotel Collection (i.e. many times).

  • @johnkim163
    @johnkim163 4 месяца назад +2

    Seems like the Amex coupon book is very top heavy on food and groceries. If you squeeze out all the monthly hoops you should be ahead of the annual fee with the DD and Resy credits.

    • @pepepez6335
      @pepepez6335 4 месяца назад +2

      The 4x points on groceries and dining alone make the card worth it. The credits are just icing on the cake. People should really consider their spending habits before deciding which credit cards to enroll in.

  • @ab3040
    @ab3040 4 месяца назад +2

    Would you consider doing a comparison of the Ritz Carlton card and Sapphire Reserve? Especially a detailed portion on the travel protections?
    I think it's a very underrated card, and with rumors of it being reintroduced, I think it could be very useful to some to learn about it

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Perhaps at some point!

  • @yuzzi8861
    @yuzzi8861 3 месяца назад +1

    Could you uber eats a dunkin donut and frap all for free? 😂

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  3 месяца назад +1

      You can't use the Dining Credit and the Uber Cash benefit on the same transaction.

  • @paulhanke9299
    @paulhanke9299 4 месяца назад +1

    If you have the Amex Platinum and Amex Gold, I don’t think I’d be indifferent about which card I used… wouldn’t you always use the Platinum at 5X MR points multiplier (vs. Gold’s 3X multiplier)?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      Correct 👍 But the Gold would earn 2X (not 3X).

  • @theyhateme2601
    @theyhateme2601 4 месяца назад +1

    Field trip….

  • @KingMCBaybee
    @KingMCBaybee 4 месяца назад +1

    First 🎉

  • @lashadow8
    @lashadow8 4 месяца назад +2

    Don’t have this card and don’t plan on getting it. Just here to enjoy Mark’s video about it.

  • @Ryan-iq2zd
    @Ryan-iq2zd 4 месяца назад +1

    For the dining credit. Would you be able to buy 10 gift cards every month at Cheesecake Factory?

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +2

      Not sure, I haven't tried it.

  • @LK_EBM
    @LK_EBM 4 месяца назад +8

    Amex basically forcing you to eat at certain restaurants. No thanks. I prefer to spend the money on what I want to spend it on.

  • @banderson1979
    @banderson1979 4 месяца назад +4

    🍟You tipped on fast food?

    • @navyvet05
      @navyvet05 4 месяца назад +2

      Some people do, I don’t know why. It’s annoying that some of these places are even asking for a tip, like subway and the mall food courts.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      Felt like it at the moment.

  • @PingPingTravel
    @PingPingTravel 4 месяца назад +1

    Best to buy a blood sugar detector after using up all of the food credits.

  • @SOXGATORS
    @SOXGATORS 4 месяца назад +1

    👍🏻

  • @chrisbrown8748
    @chrisbrown8748 4 месяца назад +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @rangeles3462
    @rangeles3462 4 месяца назад +1

    🍟

  • @xtcelestine
    @xtcelestine 4 месяца назад +1

    🍟 ❤

  • @mehran888
    @mehran888 4 месяца назад +3

    To all Amex lovers. This is the worst card if you are overseas for an extended period.
    Why?
    Five Guys overseas are not counted towards credit
    Resy isn’t counted
    Uber credit must be in US dollar, so forget it
    Grocery is x1 and a lot of negative benefits.
    Terrible terrible.
    On other hands, capital one cards rock!!

  • @coconutlens
    @coconutlens 4 месяца назад +1

    😂❤ ❤❤

  • @callmeNeno
    @callmeNeno 4 месяца назад +4

    I will be canceling mines in September; does not fit my lifestyle. Stay lean and mean~~

  • @kimbapslayer1995
    @kimbapslayer1995 4 месяца назад +1

    LMFAO 5 guys such a scam hahahah. What an absolute RIP OFF. GO INNOUT!

  • @1stoptech
    @1stoptech 4 месяца назад +3

    Can we get some healthy store food credits for once. Donuts are classified as the worst health food in the world

    • @titiung
      @titiung 4 месяца назад +3

      There are breakfast sandwhiches that are healthier. You can also order plain coffee without cream and/or sugar.

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +4

      Then don't buy donuts. I enjoyed the Egg White & Veggie Omelet Bites: 180 cal | 11g fat | 7g carbs | 13g protein | 0g added sugar.
      Nutrition facts for all products here: www.dunkindonuts.com/content/dam/dd/pdf/nutrition.pdf

  • @moisetopaz
    @moisetopaz 4 месяца назад +4

    Hotel Collection- you're paying more for expensive hotels. 🤷🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

    • @MarkReese
      @MarkReese  4 месяца назад +1

      Potentially. I'm okay with it if (a) the benefits I receive, for example, are worth $160 and (b) I only paid an extra $30/night for 2 nights. That'd be like getting $160 in benefits at a discounted rate of $60. Worth it, but only if I value those benefits.

  • @yurig2530
    @yurig2530 4 месяца назад +5

    Absolutely useless card.

    • @lukejohnson1274
      @lukejohnson1274 4 месяца назад +2

      How so? Four times points on food. Do you eat food?

    • @richard1113
      @richard1113 4 месяца назад

      I wouldn't say it's useless but I would say that if you are going to use this card you should definitely consider how much you are spending to receive your benefits. 4x on Groceries and Dining is great but spending $24 for a burger and fries to get a $10 credit seems silly.

    • @yurig2530
      @yurig2530 4 месяца назад

      @@lukejohnson1274 yes, but I use Custom Cash and get 5x

    • @yurig2530
      @yurig2530 4 месяца назад

      ​@@lukejohnson1274the answer is CCC.