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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    Maybe I should have chanced my arm with applying for a chase card when they asked me in branch but I just assumed id have no chance with only 2-3 months credit history..
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    Wow I didn't know this. 6.9% is pretty good. Way better than any savings rate. I shoukd pay my bill earlier next time then?
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    They didn't even ask why I wanted the accounts. Chase did ask if I wanted a credit card but I declined as I only have like 2 months credit history and from what I've read here you want 13 months credit history before trying for case cards..
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    I used 10 of those coles cards yesterday to pay off some of my ato balance. I was wondering how long it usually takes to show the reduction in outstanding balance? Is there somewhere you can see a list of the payments made as I cant seem to find it? thanks
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    M My address was in Boston and I went in LA
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    Ok so an update on this. I went to LA last week for a few days. Pre-arranged appointments at Wells Fargo, Chase and BOFA to setup checking accounts. Successfully opened WF and Chase checking accounts, just need to deposit money to avoid fees. WF required a $25 deposit there and then where as...
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    I have a Amex green GT. Does that mean I can upgrade to gold. Is that worth doing? I assume not as you don't get any bonus points?
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    Hi guys, travelling to LAX tomorrow for a few days in LA. Have bank appointments arranged with Chase, BOFA & Wells Fargo. Was wondering has anyone used their Tello service whilst in the states? I believe the service only provides wifi calling so its not much use whilst out and about. I am...
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    Thanks. So during the bank account setup appointment do I declare that I am a non-us citizen. Should I say I travel to the states regularly for work? Or what should I say I require the bank accounts for? thanks I was also wondering do I need to money ready to go into the account the day it...
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    Hi guys, I am travelling to LA next week for a couple of days.. last minute. I am thinking I should open a few bank accounts whilst I am there as I've read here that you can only open some in person and also this may help getting credit cards down the line? Which banks do you recommend I open...
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    Credit Card Offers Amex Platinum Card Benefits, Offers & Discussion

    Hey does the AUS amex plat get you unlimited access to centurian lounges worldwide, for example at LAX? thanks
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    Sydney to LAX - Which carrier for Economy

    Why is that? I have heard LAX isnt great but never experienced it myself.. I dont have the option to go to san fran though as iam flying in to LA for 3 nights next week and dont have the time to travel from SF to LA.
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    Sydney to LAX - Which carrier for Economy

    Hey guys, is it better to fly with United airline economy or with American Airlines economy from Los Angelos to Sydney? cheers
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    AA73 Premium Economy experiences

    Hey guys, is it better to fly with United airline economy or with American Airlines economy from Los Angelos to Sydney? cheers
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    Would a vpn help?
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    Is it possible to buy more than 10 of the $250 cards? Have a new ANZ card coming and hoping to knock off alot of the bonus point spend on the coles cards...
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    Thanks. What is PE? cheers
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    Strategy to obtain US Amex

    DP: I am now able to see my credit score on Credit Karma, which shows a score of 664 from TransUnion and a score of 676 from Equifax. I only got my first GT Amex Green in mid Dec 2023 and have paid off one bill only. This seems very quick as most people I believe mentioned 6-7 months to see a...
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    ATO (tax office) payments by credit card

    Does that mean you have to activate them before 27 Feb, or use them before 27 Feb or just purchase them by 27 Feb? Do these digital coles gift cards count towards meeting bonus point credit card spending limits?
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    Citi Prestige - cancelled card = cancelled Priority Pass

    I received a physical card out of the blue well into the 12 month period.
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