I would say if you've looking to get the best sign up for this card.. you've definitely got it. You should definitely be approved.
@tac111 wrote:Hello All. I've learned so much from this forum from reading for the past few years. I'm not much of a "poster" but I need some advice . . .
I just received an offer in the mail today from AMEX for $250 cash back after 1K spend on their BCE. 15 month 0% on purchases & BT's - 12.99% APR after introductory rate.
I was considering this card last week (I'm soooo happy I didn't apply) - but app'd for the Sallie Mae card instead - since it's more in line with my monthly spend on gas/groceries. Approved for 10K.and still waiting for the card.
My question is . . . should I app for the BCE now - so close to the Sallie Mae approval . . . or should I wait? I have until June to respond to Amex.
My scores are just under 800 and nothing negative. Current util. is approx. 4%. I'm confident that I'll be approved - but haven't ever applied for CC's so close together?
I welcome your thoughts. Thanks!!!
That's a really good sign-up bonus. 
I got $150 for $1000 spent on my BCP and thought that was a good deal. I think you will be ok. I had 3 other tradelines reprt in the 3 week span around my Sallie Mae card and have had no issues. Good luck!!
Shouldn't worry too much about just applying for Sallae Mae.
Chances are if that hasn't even reported to CR yet, you won't even have new account ding to score yet, just the inquiry, so would be easier now than if you wait. But even if you wait you should still have great chance at BCE with your score.
