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How To Redeem Amex Points For MAX VALUE (Beginner’s Guide) 

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In this video, we go over how to redeem Amex points for max value and the best way to use Amex points. American Express credit cards and the Membership Rewards Points that cards like the Amex Gold card and Amex Platinum Card earn are very valuable when you learn how to use them. So here we go over things like Amex transfer partners, redeeming Amex points for cash back, and more!
I think that MR points are a bit tougher to get good value from than credit card points from other issuers because of the complicated nature of the American Express transfer partners. Travel is definitely going to be your best bet to get the most value from Membership Rewards Points, but not all travel. So we’ll go over a few examples to show how to redeem Membership Rewards Points and how not to redeem these points.
In this full Amex Points guide, I try to keep everything very basic with how to calculate the value of different Amex point redemptions, what redemption methods give the best value, as well as plenty of examples explaining these things. Hopefully, this video will be useful if you have American Express credit cards that earn MR points like the Amex Platinum card or Amex Gold card. If you are thinking of getting these cards, then this video should also explain the best way to use Amex points so you can make sure that these credit cards will be good options for you.
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@Van-tastic
@Van-tastic Год назад
I feel like I just joined a cult, seriously, I just got an AMEX Platinum, youtube started recommending these videos… and I kid you not… my wife just bought me the EXACT same shirt you’re wearing last night! 😂
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun Год назад
Welcome… we’re excited for you to join 😂
@Van-tastic
@Van-tastic Год назад
@@Daniel_Braun hahahaha oh boy! Thanks for the vid by the way. I have no idea how the transfer stuff works yet, but I did understand enough to know what NoT to spend points on.
@OscarGonzalez-xt3bk
@OscarGonzalez-xt3bk Год назад
Where is the e shirt from?
@-Sam69
@-Sam69 Год назад
She bought you the same shirt as her side piece? 😂😂 these western females
@Noname-ly2lp
@Noname-ly2lp Год назад
Same
@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508
@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508 2 года назад
Daniel, today is my lucky day when I came across your video. I just saved $1,100 plus 66K miles by booking my AA flights via British Airways. It never crossed my mine to use my AMEX points to get these tickets. I ended up getting 2.8 cents/point. Thank you
@nubianpwr
@nubianpwr 2 года назад
This was a very good intro to MR pts Daniel👍🏾 I'd like to see pt 2 with more Transfer Partner examples for domestic, international, and bus/1st class.
@DoremonUCR
@DoremonUCR 2 года назад
I second this!
@sharkboi9348
@sharkboi9348 2 года назад
I third this! Thank you brotha! Just got my golf card!! I’m Ready to get to work 😎🤝
@jerrynadler2883
@jerrynadler2883 2 года назад
that's ALL i wanted to see.This guy wasted so much time.
@sebastianf5156
@sebastianf5156 2 года назад
yess!!!
@DaarioNeharis
@DaarioNeharis 2 года назад
I fourth this
@miremadmoafimadani411
@miremadmoafimadani411 2 года назад
These kinds of travel partners redemptions for Amex MR points are among the the most overlooked topics in RU-vid videos. Thank you so much for creating these videos.
@Thechoosenone41
@Thechoosenone41 2 года назад
Great video! Just recently received my first Amex card (Rose Gold 🙂) and it fits perfectly into my lifestyle. I must have been living under a rock because I have never heard of these cards until I saw your videos! Can't thank you enough. Most likely will apply for platinum, beginning of next year.
@timo7209
@timo7209 2 года назад
Great Video, always looked for something like this and never found anyone explaining it. Very well done!
@sin2zz
@sin2zz 2 года назад
Thanks for sharing this valuable advices. I’ve always heard about the transfer partners but it’s great to hear it explained so clearly.
@augustosandoval3171
@augustosandoval3171 2 года назад
Best Amex points guide video I have seen so far! Keep them coming
@sh.esc93
@sh.esc93 2 года назад
What a fantastic video! Everything was so clear, thank you!
@MannyCovington
@MannyCovington 2 года назад
Can’t wait to see the advanced guides for UR and MR points, great video!
@anthonygardner400
@anthonygardner400 2 года назад
Excellent overview on a topic that often puzzles people, Daniel. Have a nice weekend.
@PaoloMix09
@PaoloMix09 Год назад
Definitely need a part 2 looking into transfer partners more with some more domestic examples but also international flights. Wanna see if I can score good flights to Peru next year with these points. Thanks so much for your help, so glad I got the gold card now lol
@turyb.goodiii7356
@turyb.goodiii7356 2 года назад
Great podcast Young Man, I'm glad I found it!
@cjwalker1527
@cjwalker1527 Год назад
Hands down the best breakdown I’ve heard! Thank you so much!! ❤❤❤
@myzzkim88
@myzzkim88 Год назад
I really love your videos!!! I’m team Amex now and have the Platinum and Gold. I hit my bonuses too! You really helped me.
@angelobowden
@angelobowden 2 года назад
This video was perfect timing for me! Just got approved for my first Amex Gold Card & these tips were definitely helpful! Thank you. Looking forward to getting the 75k bonus points to get a free flight to take a birthday trip to Mexico at the end of the year 😎
@Pz16
@Pz16 2 года назад
I personally rack up as much MR points as I can, then wait for super promotions from transfer partners. I am part of the Hilton ecosystem, and a couple years ago it was +50%, so I believe I got a value of 1.8cpp which is excellent. It makes getting the 5th night free on stays extremely easy to obtain. I could care less about first class flights. I like to book base cheap room rates, then get super upgrades with my aspire diamond status.
@ayhayuba3969
@ayhayuba3969 2 года назад
Wow. I must’ve missed that email. Hilton diamond member and trying to find ways to get more points for my hotel stays. So it seems like the member rewards are the way to go
@vuho2075
@vuho2075 2 года назад
There's an additional item. Just remember what your lifestyle is like. Using the points for travel / transfer to partners is great only if you travel. Keep in mind what you personally find useful.
@jasperhardy2198
@jasperhardy2198 Год назад
Great video, straight to the point. Greatly appreciated
@Taleshia315
@Taleshia315 2 года назад
I love watching your videos. They are so helpful :)
@SpencerJohnsonOfficial
@SpencerJohnsonOfficial 2 года назад
This was an awesome video Daniel. As I am looking to get an Amex card in the near future, this was really helpful to see. Also, nice haircut!
@chrisSea1346
@chrisSea1346 2 года назад
Great explanation of how to transfer points for flights. Subscribed!
@brucesabatoni3410
@brucesabatoni3410 5 месяцев назад
Man, I love this stuff! You saved me hours of my own research! You rock, dude! Subscribed!
@zacharybrooks9053
@zacharybrooks9053 2 года назад
Daniel, thank you so much for this very timely video. My wife and I are sitting on about 130k AMEX MR points and I’m particularly interested in how we can maximize those for flights. I am grateful I found your videos, but not before using nearly 200k AMEX points on various hotels and travel experiences. I think I averaged $.01 per point, which isn’t terrible, but I know I left sooo much value on the table. VERY excited for the video you’ll create for the $.04+ redemption methods! Thanks again
@therellum8160
@therellum8160 2 года назад
Great video my man! Keep up the great work.
@jmerk9556
@jmerk9556 2 года назад
This video just saved me over $1k on international travel. Point transfer to British Airways is an amazing deal right now
@tristanthoma1154
@tristanthoma1154 Год назад
Good insight, good video. Well edited and organized 👍
@ronnieecoff5477
@ronnieecoff5477 2 года назад
Very well done! This was so helpful.
@ricardor2797
@ricardor2797 2 года назад
Thanks for this video! I see all the time people just talking about the multipliers on cards but not how to use them effectively with airline alliances and whatnot
@rachelyan4385
@rachelyan4385 2 года назад
i just got my first amex card ever. got the rose gold. this video is exactly what i was looking for to start. please make more similar like these with examples and explanations - thanks!
@keirynunez7804
@keirynunez7804 2 года назад
just got approved for the rosegold too
@XxXK9
@XxXK9 Год назад
Congrats to the both of you! I’m awaiting my gold card as well ! :)
@user-iq5qb1qu7w
@user-iq5qb1qu7w 9 месяцев назад
I thought that this was a well detailed explanation. Helpful to anyone that would like to understand how to redeem Amex points for maximum value.
@joshuasmith449
@joshuasmith449 Год назад
Great video. Thanks for taking the time to put it together.
@JasonHu88
@JasonHu88 2 года назад
Amazin' vid, super clear and concise! Great job, dude!
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks so much Jason, I appreciate the support and glad you liked the video!
@CalebChuChu
@CalebChuChu 2 года назад
Loved the tip about booking AA flights with British Airway points. Would love to see some more of those tips, or showing your research process for finding this info (websites you use, books you’ve read, other channels you recommend, etc.)
@sbg1911
@sbg1911 Год назад
There's really helpful, active Facebook groups for this, just look up the most popular ones for traveling traveling and points
@yashwantmoharil5892
@yashwantmoharil5892 6 месяцев назад
Use Qantas for AA.
@PhongLePersonal
@PhongLePersonal 2 года назад
Would definitely want to see that transfer partner AMEX video! This has been super helpful
@ChristopherczarSmith
@ChristopherczarSmith 2 года назад
Thanks for this video. Every says Amex is bad for domestic travel, it's only good business class long haul flights, so great to see an example for a short domestic flight
@rahulscaria3890
@rahulscaria3890 Год назад
Subscribed! Great video presentation. I got a lot of useful information. Thank you!
@PatNeedhamUSA
@PatNeedhamUSA 2 года назад
Super valuable video, thank you Daniel! I previously thought the only way to get 2cpp or greater conversion was with international flights or premium / first class. Liked & subscribed!
@vandawtcin
@vandawtcin 2 года назад
Great video! really like your editing
@michelerobbins4761
@michelerobbins4761 Год назад
Thank you! I was just about to call Amex for help, but now realize they not likely at all to share what you did. Awesome info; yes please to more like this.
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun Год назад
Thanks so much for watching Michele, I'm glad to hear it was helpful!
@andrewvernon7325
@andrewvernon7325 2 года назад
Well done. The exact information I was looking for.
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks Andrew! Glad it was useful!
@enfiestado
@enfiestado 2 года назад
Bro what the heck some of your most recent videos have been literally what I’ve been looking for and they coming out in that order too 😳 like the video about what gold card users are missing out on, CSP va CSR, now this video which is literally what I’ve been searching for idk I’m just mind blown lol
@jtluns9
@jtluns9 10 месяцев назад
Best explanation of points I've ever seen
@MrDayTripp3n
@MrDayTripp3n 2 года назад
Appreciate this. Great breakdown
@jennym.5039
@jennym.5039 2 года назад
Great info! I am sharing with my sister so she can use your useful tips! ....if she isn't already :)
@maxstyne
@maxstyne 2 года назад
Great video Daniel!
@CaptainGoosetronaut
@CaptainGoosetronaut Год назад
Thank you for such an amazing and detailed video. I appreciate your work! You earned a sub!
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun Год назад
Thank you so much for subscribing! Glad to hear that you enjoyed the video!
@thomashvo
@thomashvo 2 года назад
Thanks, very helpful! Do MR points usually transfer over to airline points/miles immediately so you can book any award flights you found at the miles you found before it changes
@Worldly876
@Worldly876 2 года назад
Good example with Avios. However, my experience is that saver availability on American Airlines (what you can book with Avios) sucks. A lot of times flights are available with AAdvantage points but as Websavers which only AAdvantage ,embers and Alaska Mileage Plan (the latter for domestic only) have access to. A more realistic use of Avios are on their own metal (especially for upgrades from Premium Economy to Club World) or on Qatar Airways.
@tarac5137
@tarac5137 2 года назад
That was helpful, thanks so much! ✈️
@rushabhs2000
@rushabhs2000 2 года назад
Love these videos!
@edgarratilla7552
@edgarratilla7552 Год назад
Thanks for that great info Daniel!
@emrb5652
@emrb5652 Год назад
Thank you!!! This was so helpful!
@davidtang1828
@davidtang1828 2 года назад
Excellent video! Thank you!
@linwang5074
@linwang5074 2 года назад
Nice! We normally use gift cards. Great information! Thank you
@woollymvmmoth8134
@woollymvmmoth8134 2 года назад
this is very clear cut man. gonna save this video when i get amex
@trilllife4433
@trilllife4433 2 года назад
Great video! Great information!
@christinamcclendon210
@christinamcclendon210 Год назад
This video is so helpful thank you!
@allisonyarn1884
@allisonyarn1884 2 года назад
Great explanation!
@kingjohnathn
@kingjohnathn 2 года назад
I love you and how informative your videos have been. What’s the best cpp rate you have ever gotten
@elyseb674
@elyseb674 2 года назад
Fly Eagles Fly! Great video. I have all the high-faluting cards because active duty doesn't have to pay annual fees. I was looking at the Hilton Aspire but I cannot pay my tuition with Amex. Because of you, and this video, I applied for BA Avois card. I can pay for my semester on this card, get the points, and let the card rest for a while. It's all about timing large purchases with card applications.
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Go Birds!! Love the strategy and totally makes sense to get new card sign up bonuses with larger purchases!
@NeekRusher
@NeekRusher 2 года назад
Daniel, Thank you so much for making this video. I’m a first time AMEX card holder. I just received my membership points. I was like, ok what do I do with these points. Then I started looking around on the AMEX portal to see what can I do. I stopped myself at the statement credit page. I said naaaah I am not trying to blow these points. Let me go to YT university for answers. LOL I’m glad I looked at your video first. Very clear and to the point. I liked and subscribed. ✌🏾
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks so much for watching, I'm really glad to hear that it was exactly what you were looking for! And thanks for subscribing too 👍 Gotta love RU-vid University lol - so many great videos to watch and learn from!
@FinancialFreedomMadeSimple
@FinancialFreedomMadeSimple 2 года назад
Thanks for the information Daniel.
@naderehcompani1628
@naderehcompani1628 2 года назад
Valuable information , thank you
@paolafalchetti2698
@paolafalchetti2698 Год назад
Thanks for doing the math & simplifying it in a formula!!
@ramonsuarez1051
@ramonsuarez1051 2 года назад
Great explanation. I like how you showed us the website from British Airways to book the AA flight. I think you can also apply this strategy to other cards as well.
@angelfabia
@angelfabia 2 года назад
I’ve done this with chase as well
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks Ramon! Yeah exactly, hopefully that example just shows the process but it can definitely be applied to many other travel bookings as well
@ericbumbera664
@ericbumbera664 2 года назад
why cant i find any AA flights through british airways
@clemonscg
@clemonscg Год назад
I went to British airways website as it is shown on the video and it didn't show any American airlines flights neither.
@jonbanks653
@jonbanks653 Год назад
Thanks you helped me more than any math teacher I ever had
@sebastianvalenzuela8340
@sebastianvalenzuela8340 Год назад
Great video dude! Subscribed
@sjg6158
@sjg6158 2 года назад
Excellent summary Danny. While I don't own an AMEX card, I've heard that AMEX value is a bit more difficult to understand compared to Chase and other providers. Well done. This may made it easy!
@wrldgaming4558
@wrldgaming4558 2 года назад
If you do ever get an AMEX, make sure to apply through the Resy offer. Usually about 10-25% higher than standard sign up bonus
@rebeccaoriza8614
@rebeccaoriza8614 Год назад
@@wrldgaming4558 dude you're a lifesaver literally 25% more thru resy
@jhcheaux3200
@jhcheaux3200 Год назад
Lol shit I’m reading this after the fact
@salvadormora3331
@salvadormora3331 Год назад
Wow this video was amazing thanks!
@happysaucey5700
@happysaucey5700 2 года назад
Yep! This was great and need more about transfers.
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks! I'll definitely be making another video with some transfer examples for both flights and hotels with Amex!
@candicekellyhomes
@candicekellyhomes 2 года назад
Very interesting! I did do a trip with family to Hawaii and figured out how to transfer regular AMX points to Hilton AMX when they were offering bonus points. Plus buying points and getting the 5th night free for the 3 rooms. I figured the regular price was $6K and I paid $3K.😊 I’d love to know more! Wish I knew about the British airways trick as I booked with them already for another trip 😏
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks for watching Candice, glad you liked the video! Sounds like you were able to make some good use out of your Amex points for your Hawaii trip to!
@nhitandn
@nhitandn 2 года назад
Thank you so much for sharing Daniel!
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
And thank you so much for watching! 👍
@wrldgaming4558
@wrldgaming4558 2 года назад
Great vid! For anyone wondering, British airways Amex offer is an extra 40% right now!
@2-stepverified629
@2-stepverified629 Год назад
thank you, I didn't realize the value difference between everything.
@Dougieeeeeee101
@Dougieeeeeee101 2 года назад
Question! If there’s an Amex offer going on for a hotel, say “spend 250 at Marriott hotels, and get 50 back in statement credits.” Is this automatically combined when you book through Amex as well? Getting the Amex offer credit, $100 in spending, MR points, etc.?
@Haikuone
@Haikuone Год назад
Awesome information. I am doing research to see which card would work best for me. Thank you so much for great information.🎉
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun Год назад
Thank you so much, glad to hear that the info was useful!
@gabrielfariasjr6097
@gabrielfariasjr6097 10 дней назад
Awesome job Daniel, the video was super helpful and full of useful information. For someone like me that is not very computer savvy you simplified it so well I understood much of what you covered. I am looking forward to follow up videos to take advantage of the Amex credit cards.
@kimgrod
@kimgrod 8 месяцев назад
Definitely interested in learning more about best values with transfer partners.
@MnMWatsonClan
@MnMWatsonClan Год назад
I'm looking forward to the max redemption video. Thanks
@lizahondros3674
@lizahondros3674 2 года назад
Great stuff for a newbie like me :)
@pg6299
@pg6299 2 года назад
Great vid. Finally got the gold. 90k plus the $250 credits. Looking forward to spending the points wisely !
@NicknNick99
@NicknNick99 2 года назад
Where did you get the 90k bonus offer?
@pg6299
@pg6299 2 года назад
@@NicknNick99 it was a referral from a Chanel called Calby Ng , the “what’s in my wallet “ video . He has the offer on his description. I had been looking for it for days so I jumped on it lol good luck! 👍🏽 it’s 90k points plus 20% off dining ($250 limit) in the first 12 months. So basically first year is free .
@wecollie
@wecollie Год назад
@Daniel When you open an Amex Gold account,, will Amex give stand alone membership rewards point with the need to make minimum purchase?
@taryngabriel4459
@taryngabriel4459 2 года назад
Is there a travel transfer partner that does cruises? Or am I solely stuck with the cruise line directly or Amex travel?
@jrome1135
@jrome1135 2 года назад
When I got my 1st plat, the thought was that amex was gonna be my flight points, Chase and citi for hotels. Using credits and orphaned miles has left me only ever redeeming Mr through Schwab (mostly pre devaluation). I'm still sitting on 150k, been loving those fhr and airline credits. Super tempted by that gold 90k
@therealjdavid
@therealjdavid Год назад
Thanks for this video. Any prediction on when the Avios bonus will come back? Or do I just have to keep checking for it do you think?
@theitineraryqueen4080
@theitineraryqueen4080 2 года назад
This was very helpful
@Mjplatd
@Mjplatd 2 года назад
This was so helpful! Thank youu
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Glad to hear it Jeffrey! Thanks for watching!
@littlebigmarc
@littlebigmarc 2 года назад
Thanks. Just got my gold with a really bad credit profile(670, 6 late payments, 5 charged off, all recent too. But 90k income) I'm rebuilding lol. Still can't believe it lol but I learned how to better my finances now. I think I'll be fine this time. Thanks for the video. Looking to get the welcome bonus in 3 months or so since I do have the money for all my upcoming expenses. Just gonna use Amex to get the points.
@marveina505
@marveina505 Год назад
Great video! thanks
@DucDeLamballe
@DucDeLamballe 2 года назад
Very helpful! Thank you.
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Glad to hear that, thanks for watching Aaron!
@sdmugabe
@sdmugabe 7 месяцев назад
Very informative!
@Dividendology
@Dividendology 2 года назад
Good stuff!
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks so much!
@TheCreditFrog
@TheCreditFrog 2 года назад
I smashed the like button because I want you to get that Like pillow 👍
@geoffcook3147
@geoffcook3147 2 года назад
I will use my points to go to Germany in the fall. I'd love a video on transfer partners with a few minutes on international flights. Appreciate the content. I'm an ana wheelchair user. So I'm a little skeptical of booking through the portal when I have to call the airline anyw to file my chair paperwork.
@maximillianjungreis2862
@maximillianjungreis2862 2 года назад
Loved the video! Would be great to see you cover the Amex delta sky miles reserve card
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun 2 года назад
Thanks Maximillian! I've seen a bunch of other people review that card lately so I'll add it to my list to talk about
@teslarex
@teslarex 2 года назад
Great info! Thanks,
@tyree86
@tyree86 2 года назад
I was watching the video and was enjoying it. Then you said your home city is Philly and now I‘m required to subscribe! #PhillyvsEverbody
@Daniel_Braun
@Daniel_Braun Год назад
Haha love to hear that! That's why I always like to mention Philly so thanks for subscribing!
@jswede1
@jswede1 2 года назад
How long is the transfer wait on points from AmEx to BA/Avios?
@LoreleiStockhausen
@LoreleiStockhausen 2 года назад
It is important to note that you need to net the points you lose buying with points instead of with credit.