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Updated- APPROVED!!! Amex Recon Question

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n777ua
Established Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

IIRC when I reconned on my BCE denial it took almost 2 weeks to complete.  I had to fax in a different CR than Amex had pulled (I sent TU, I *think* they pulled EQ), then they pulled my EQ again.

 

Their denial letters can get crazy, I seem to remember mine having something like 10 reasons; was almost comical.

 

Worked out in the end, good luck

About $215,000 total credit among 11 cards
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LilNYC
New Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question


@n777ua wrote:

IIRC when I reconned on my BCE denial it took almost 2 weeks to complete.  I had to fax in a different CR than Amex had pulled (I sent TU, I *think* they pulled EQ), then they pulled my EQ again.

 

Their denial letters can get crazy, I seem to remember mine having something like 10 reasons; was almost comical.

 

Worked out in the end, good luck


Thanks for the info. Your story gives me hope! They pulled EX for me & CSR asked me to fax over a copy of my report but I never did since I didn't think they would trust it but maybe I'll fax them a copy of a diff. report.

Citi Thank You $13,200 - Chase Freedom $3,100 - AMEX Zync NPSL (init. ability $17.5K) - Citi Forward $7,000 - AMEX BCP $6,000 - USAA Rate Adv $15,000 - USAA World MC $12,000 - Discover More $4,000 - Amex Hilton Honors $4,500 - Amex SPG $2,000 - Barclay's Priceline Rewards $6,400 - Chase Sapphire Pref. $7,500

EQ: 794. TU: 704. EX: 755
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LilNYC
New Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question


@Open123 wrote:

I've read of a few recon successes with Amex, but they're few and far between.

 

I couldn't agree more that it makes little sense to allow you to charge $8K on your Zync, but unwilling to extend a $1,000 static limit.  Just one of those things with credit that seemingly defies common sense.

 

The only reason I can think of is that in many ways, Amex is most comfortable with net 30 accounts where it's customary to request an immediate payment at any time.  This isn't the case with credit lines.

 

Either way, best of luck!  




Thanks for the encouragement!

Regarding my spending ability on the Zync it's actually somewhere b/w $12,500-$15,000.

Citi Thank You $13,200 - Chase Freedom $3,100 - AMEX Zync NPSL (init. ability $17.5K) - Citi Forward $7,000 - AMEX BCP $6,000 - USAA Rate Adv $15,000 - USAA World MC $12,000 - Discover More $4,000 - Amex Hilton Honors $4,500 - Amex SPG $2,000 - Barclay's Priceline Rewards $6,400 - Chase Sapphire Pref. $7,500

EQ: 794. TU: 704. EX: 755
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n777ua
Established Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

I was always able to speak to someone in the US, sorry I don't recall how I got to them.  I went overseas first but they were clueless (see my other recent thread about Amex overseas).  You generally have to work a little harder to get an Amex approved, and they are certainly more rigid than other lenders.

About $215,000 total credit among 11 cards
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LilNYC
New Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question


@n777ua wrote:

I was always able to speak to someone in the US, sorry I don't recall how I got to them.  I went overseas first but they were clueless (see my other recent thread about Amex overseas).  You generally have to work a little harder to get an Amex approved, and they are certainly more rigid than other lenders.


Guess I'll try calling the exec office on Monday if there's no change on the online application status page. 

Citi Thank You $13,200 - Chase Freedom $3,100 - AMEX Zync NPSL (init. ability $17.5K) - Citi Forward $7,000 - AMEX BCP $6,000 - USAA Rate Adv $15,000 - USAA World MC $12,000 - Discover More $4,000 - Amex Hilton Honors $4,500 - Amex SPG $2,000 - Barclay's Priceline Rewards $6,400 - Chase Sapphire Pref. $7,500

EQ: 794. TU: 704. EX: 755
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CK_Charles_Lover
Regular Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

still hoping it works out! 

Trans Union Fico (Walmart) ,690 Experian Fico (Amex) 686(Opened 3 new accounts this month. In the Garden)


AMEX BCE ($19,500) AMEX PRG -(NPSL), BARCLAYS US AIR PREMIER WORLD ($10,000), BOA CASH REWARD -($6,000), CITI HILTON RESERVE SIGGY-(5,000), WALMART DISCOVER ( $5,800), CITI DIAMOND ($4,700), CITI DIVIDED WORLD ($4,500), AMAZON STORE($5,000), NORDSTROM VISA SIG($5,000), PAYPAL STORE ($4,000) Amex Delta Gold ($2000)
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CribDuchess
Established Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

Good luck on the recon!  And yeah, I have to wonder why they denied you and perhaps it was a mistake.  I just recently found out that they made a mistake when processing my 2nd application for the BCE on April 23rd.  My first app was on March 23rd - denied.  2nd on April 23rd - denied.  Third app on May 25th was approved.  That was almost 3 months ago and I never looked back - was just thrilled to finally have the BCE in my wallet.

 

Then last week I received an odd letter from Amex, dated August 6, 2012.  Here's what it said:

 

“Dear CribDuchess,

 

We are writing to let you know we recently discovered there was an error at the time we processed your April 23, 2012 application for the Blue Cash from American Express.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

 

We invite you to apply again.  We may be able to process your original application depending on the amount of time that has passed.  If you choose to apply for a new Card, we will review and decide your application based on information from your credit report and score, as well as your history on other American Express accounts.  Additionally, due to Federal regulations, we are required to evaluate your ability to make the minimum payment on Card based on the financial information you provide us, relative to your overall debt obligations reflected in our records and in your credit report.

 

Please visit americanexpress.com/apply to reapply or you can call us at 1-877-621-2639 and we will be happy to take your application over the phone.

Thank you for your interest in American Express.”

 

It's just plain bizarre that they would even bother to send this letter to me, especially since they did finally approve my 3rd application a month later.  I wonder if I should call and try to get some MR points out of them for all the "inconvenience" they caused me? LOL

 

 

 

FICOs: TU08 842 EQ08 850 EX08 850

My Wallet: Amex Gold NPSL; Amex Optima Platinum $25K; Amex BCE $12K; Apple Card $20K; BofA Travel Rewards Visa Sig $67.6K; Cap1 Quicksilver Visa Sig $10K; CSP $28.2K; Chase Freedom $13K; Chase Freedom Unlimited $21.4K; Citi Costco Visa $19.3K; Citi Double Cash $13.5K; Citi Simplicity Visa $23.3K; Discover IT $50K; Fidelity Visa $25K; NFCU Flagship Visa Sig $40K; NFCU More Rewards Amex $30K; PenFed Plat Rewards Visa Sig $50K; Sears MC $10.1K; US Bank Altitude Go Visa Sig $20K; US Bank Cash+ Visa Sig $26K; Wells Fargo Rewards Visa Sig $14K
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LilNYC
New Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

Recon is still "in progress", I'm guessing underwriters don't work on weekends.

Carzy thing is I just checked my soending ability on my Zync & they approved $15K! Nutso. 

Citi Thank You $13,200 - Chase Freedom $3,100 - AMEX Zync NPSL (init. ability $17.5K) - Citi Forward $7,000 - AMEX BCP $6,000 - USAA Rate Adv $15,000 - USAA World MC $12,000 - Discover More $4,000 - Amex Hilton Honors $4,500 - Amex SPG $2,000 - Barclay's Priceline Rewards $6,400 - Chase Sapphire Pref. $7,500

EQ: 794. TU: 704. EX: 755
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LilNYC
New Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

Checked the online application page in the morning & it still said "in progress." Just checked it again before trying to call the executive office and it said "APPROVED." Can't believe it- does anyone know the number to call to find out my CL?

Citi Thank You $13,200 - Chase Freedom $3,100 - AMEX Zync NPSL (init. ability $17.5K) - Citi Forward $7,000 - AMEX BCP $6,000 - USAA Rate Adv $15,000 - USAA World MC $12,000 - Discover More $4,000 - Amex Hilton Honors $4,500 - Amex SPG $2,000 - Barclay's Priceline Rewards $6,400 - Chase Sapphire Pref. $7,500

EQ: 794. TU: 704. EX: 755
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iMacDrew
Frequent Contributor

Re: Amex Recon Question

Congrats, its an awesome card to have, and one of the hardest to get that they offer. im not sure what the number is but its one of the sticky numbers at the top of the forum for recon.

Lender pulled 10-10-13
EQ Fico 715 | EX Fico 714 | TU Fico 703
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