Reminder: American Express Small Business Saturday Enrollment

Here’s your reminder to register for American Express Small Business Saturday! Registration begins at MIDNIGHT MST (2AM EST). Remember that enrollment is limited! On Small Business Saturday, you’ll get $25 statement credit for spending $25 with your American Express card at a small business. Check the map on the site to see which businesses near you are participating!

Citi Price Rewind

With the holidays comes holiday shopping and meticulous searching for the best deals and prices. Citi is helping to take some of the load off of you and help you find the best prices. With Citi Price Rewind, you can track your holiday purchases and if there is at least a $25 discount within 30 calendar days, you will be refunded the difference.

Keep in mind that you do need to create an account for this free service and that you should save all your receipts to claim a refund. You can search for products by UPC code, product name, model number, or product description. Citi Price Rewind monitors the daily progress of your list of products and you’ll be notified by e-mail whether or not you quality to request a refund.

American Expess x Twitter – Henri Bendel and Bauble Bar Offers

Use your synced American Express card at Henri Bendel and Bauble Bar and get statement credit. Henri Bendel will give you $50 back on an in-store purchase of $200+ through 11/30/12. BaubleBar will give you back $10 on an online purchase of $50+ through 3/1/13. To take advantage of this deal:

  • you must have an American Express Card that is synced with Twitter (see sync.americanexpress.com/twitter for more details on how to sync your Card)
  • you must tweet using hashtag “#AmexHenriBendelOffer” and/or “#AmexBaubleBarOffer
  • make sure you receive an “@ reply” message from @amexsync stating that this offer has been added to your synced Card
  • AND then use your synced card to make a single in-store purchase of $200+ at Henri Bendel or single online $50+ purchase at BaubleBar.com any time before the expiration date

For even more American Express Twitter deals, check out our other posts!

No coupon code needed; just use your AmEx card and your statement credit will automatically be applied to your account. Limit of one offer per qualifying card. Statement credit issued within 3-5 business days after your qualifying purchase, but it could take up to 2 billing periods to be posted on your account.

Chase Ink Business Spending Requirement Change

Chase Ink Business credit cards have reduced their spending requirements! Here are the new terms, compared to the original terms and spending limits.

  • Chase Ink Bold & Chase Ink Plus: 50,000 bonus points after $5000 spent in 3 months
    (previously 25,000 after 1st purchase + 25,000 after $10,000 in 3 months)
  • Chase Ink Classic + Chase Ink Cash: 20,000 bonus points after $3,000 in 3 months
    (previously 10,000 after 1st purchase + 15,000 after $5,000 within 3 months)

 

Small Business Saturday 2012 – Nov. 18 Enrollment

November 24th is Small Business Saturday! Mark your calendars NOW for November 18th, when enrollment for the American Express $25 Statement Credit Cardmember Offer opens– enrollment is limited! On Small Business Saturday, you’ll get $25 statement credit for spending $25 with your American Express card at a small business. The Small Business Saturday page also has free marketing materials and online advertising to raise awareness.

American Express x Facebook Offers

American Express Sync has recently come out with more promotions after a dry period. These following offers are currently only available via Facebook. Remember that to qualify, you must link your American Express card to your Facebook. You may then load the offer onto your card and the statement credit will be automatically applied to your account.

Recall that minimum purchases must be made in a single purchase. Here are the more popular promotions:

  • California Pizza Kitchen: $10 back on $25+ through 12/31/12; also on Twitter #AmexCPKOffer
  • Costco.com: $25 back on $100+ through 12/31/12; Note: valid on online purchases only
  • Border Grill: $10 back on $50+ through 11/30/12
  • Henri Bendel: $50 back on $200+ through 11/30/12
  • One Kings Lane: $20 back on $100+ through 12/17/12
  • Phillipe New York: $75 back on $250+ through 12/31/12
  • The Container Store: $5 back on $25+ through 12/4/12
  • The Darby Restaurant: 20% off through 12/12/12
  • Yoga Works: $20 back on $100+ through 12/17/12

No coupons necessary; just use your AmEx card and your statement will automatically be applied! Statement credit should be issued within 3-5 after your qualifying purchase, but it could take up to 2 billing periods to be posted on your account.

American Express Waives Transaction Fees on Donations

In light of Hurricane Sandy, American Express is waiving transaction fees on donations to select charities and non-profit organizations. This waive is extended for the rest of 2012. Donations must be made through this MembersGive site. Membership Reward points can also be redeemed to make a donation. Note that transaction fees may be waived retroactively.

American Expess x Twitter – Warby Parker $10 Statement Credit

Shop at Warby Parker with your synced American Express card and get $10 statement credit after a $95+ purchase. To take advantage of this deal:

  • you must have an American Express Card that is synced with Twitter (see sync.americanexpress.com/twitter for more details on how to sync your Card)
  • you must tweet using hashtag “#AmexWarby
  • make sure you receive an “@ reply” message from @amexsync stating that this offer has been added to your synced Card
  • AND then use your synced card to make a single purchase of $95+ in-store or online at Warbyparker.com any time before 3/31/2013

For even more American Express Twitter deals, check out our other posts!

No coupon code needed; just use your AmEx card and your statement credit will automatically be applied to your account. Limit of one offer per qualifying card. Statement credit issued within 3-5 business days after your qualifying purchase, but it could take up to 2 billing periods to be posted on your account.

American Expess x Twitter – California Pizza Kitchen $10 Statement Credit

Use your synced Amex card and eat $25+ at California Pizza Kitchen and get $10 statement credit. To take advantage of this deal:

  • you must have an American Express Card that is synced with Twitter (see sync.americanexpress.com/twitter for more details on how to sync your Card)
  • you must tweet using hashtag “#AmexCPKOffer
  • make sure you receive an “@ reply” message from @amexsync stating that this offer has been added to your synced Card
  • AND then use your synced card to make a single purchase of $25+ in-store at California Pizza Kitchen any time before 12/31/2012

For even more American Express Twitter deals, check out our other posts!

No coupon code needed; just use your AmEx card and your statement credit will automatically be applied to your account. Limit of one offer per qualifying card. Statement credit issued within 3-5 business days after your qualifying purchase, but it could take up to 2 billing periods to be posted on your account.

American Express and Walmart – Bluebird

Together, American Express and Walmart have launched Bluebird, a checking and debit alternative. There is a $5 activation fee, but no monthly, annual, overdraft, minimum balance, or customer service fee. There is an ATM fee which is waived for direct deposit customers at MoneyPass ATMs. It’s free to reload your card when done at a Walmart store.

Other benefits include the ability to deposit checks and transfer money through the Bluebird app for iOS and Android devices. You can also create up to 4 Sub-Accounts for your family. Other services include 24/7 Amex Customer Service, Purchase Protection, fraud protection, Global Assist Services, Roadside Assistance.

Chase Ultimate Rewards Mall

Have a Chase Freedom, Sapphire, or Ink card? Make sure you maximize your rewards by registering Chase Ultimate Rewards. Points never expire and you can even combine points across various cards.

Other benefits include:

  • At least one point per $ and up to 10 points per $
  • Earn extra points for shopping online & traveling
  • Use your points to bid on auctions for experiences, getaways, and more
  • Points can be redeemed for:
    • Cash back
    • Merchandise
    • Gift cards
    • Experiences (think Mastercard Priceless or Citi Private Pass)
    • Travel

Points typically take 3-5 business days to appear on your statement, but can take up to 45 days.

Amazon Rewards Visa – Amazon Prime $20 Statement Credit

Use your Amazon Rewards Visa card to pay for your Amazon Prime membership and get $20 statement credit. Offer valid until November 15th only.

With an Amazon Rewards Visa Card, you get:

  • $30 Amazon.com gift card for new cardholders upon approval
  • 3x points per $ on Amazon.com purchases
  • 2x points per $ at gas stations, restaurants, and drugstores
  • 1x per $ on all other purchases
  • No annual fee

There are also free Amazon Prime trials for college students (6 months) and parents & caregivers (3 months). Allow 2 weeks for statement credit to be posted onto your account. Amazon Prime member benefits include:

  • Free two-days shipping on qualified purchases
  • Instant access to Kindle Books
  • Instant streaming of movies and TV shows

NFL Extra Points Credit Card – 10,000 Bonus Points

Football fans, sign up for the NFL Extra Points Credit Card and get 10,000 bonus points. Bonus points can be redeemed for $100 statement credit or NFL merchandise, collectives, etc. You’ll also have the option to represent your favorite team on the face of your card. Other benefits include:

  • 2x points per $ spend at NFLShop.com, team pro shops, or in-stadium
  • 1x point per $ on all other purchases
  • 20% off NFLShop.com purchases
  • No annual fee
  • 0% introductory APR for the first 12 months

 

 

Citi Private Pass

Citi cardholders, have you checked out Citi Private Pass yet? Citi Private Pass is similar to Mastercard Priceless NY: you get exclusive access to different categories, including music and sports events, BUT it is not limited to NY only.

Currently, citi credit and debit cardholders can get VIP, preferred seating, and presale tickets to many shows, including, but not limited to:

  • Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
  • Dave Matthews Band
  • Lady Gaga The Born This Way Ball
  • The Presidents Cup
  • 2K Sports Classic

U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card – Choose Cash Back Categories

U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card holders have the ability to choose and change their 5% and 2% cash back quarterly categories. 
Choose from 2 of the following 5% cash back categories per quarter: Airlines, Bill Payments, Car Rentals, Charity, Department Stores, Electronic Stores, Fast Food, Furniture Stores, Home Improvement, Movie Theatres, Restaurants.
Choose 1 of the following 2% cash back categories per quarter: Drug Store, Gas, Groceries

In addition to this, U.S. Cash Back+ Visa Signature Cardholders also receive:

  • 1% cash back on all other purchases
  • $25 cash bonus each time you redeem a single $100+ cash back
  • No minimum redemption
  • No annual fee

Citi Simplicity Credit Card – 0% APR for 18 months

Get the Citi Simplicity Credit Card and get 0% introductory APR on purchases & balance transfers for the first 18 months. APR varies from 12.99-21.99% thereafter. There’s also NO late fee, NO penalty rate, and NO annual fee.