My Wishlist by American Express 2008

American Express Wishlist is back! It’s sort of like the Black Friday after party! It’s especially useful if you are busy shopping online and you want to take a break for something fun.

American Express Wishlist

Dates. The dates for this year’s wish list are December 1-18.

American Express Card. You have to have an American Express card (even for the free wish certificates) since it’s only for card members. If you don’t have an American Express card, apply now and you could probably get it before the promotion is over.

Discounted Products

Three times per day (12 p.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. ET) they offer the chance to purchase items like trips, cars, jewelry, electronics, etc. at ridiculous discounts. However, the items are limited so you have to be quick, and lucky. It’s essentially a sweepstakes of sorts. I’ve never gotten one, but mainly because I’m in it for the wish certificates…

Wish Certificates

My favorite part of the wish list is getting the wish certificates. They are released three times per day (11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. ET). There are limited quantities… but many more than the products, so you can actually win them. You only get four, so use them wisely! Usually the wish certificates are good for up to 25% off at the given retailer.

My favorite certificates in prior years were Amazon and Toys R Us, although both of those were discontinued last year. I’ll be anxious to see what this year holds!

In addition, you can usually stack the wish certificates with other online deals to make your money go even further.

What Happened to Amazon?

Amazon discontinued their participation last year. However, they have their own promotion called Customers Vote. The concept is similar, you vote, then find out if you get picked to participate in the race to buy. Voting is going on now, and the first buying day is November 28.

Update! American Express brought Amazon back. If you win one, you get 25% off. This is the one that I’ll be trying for!

American Express Cards

Don’t have an American Express card? Here are some of the most popular cards with My Dollar Plan readers:

Starwood Preferred Guest(R) Credit Card from American Express

• Starpoints(R) Bonus: 10K with your first purchase and another 15K when you spend $5k within 6 months – enough for up to 6 free nights at a Category 1 or 2 hotel
• Free nights, free flights: Redeem Starpoints with over 350 airlines through SPG Flights and more than 1,000 hotels and resorts worldwide. No blackout dates
• 2011 SmarterTravel(R) Award for “Best Travel Rewards Card”
• $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $65

Starwood Preferred Guest® Business Credit Card from American Express OPEN

• Earn up to 25,000 Starpoints® – Receive 10,000 Starpoints after your first purchase, and another 15,000 bonus Starpoints when you spend $5,000 in 6 months – enough for up to 6 free nights at a Category 1 or 2 hotel.
• Redeem Starpoints at over 1,000 hotels and resorts in nearly 100 countries, and for flights on more than 350 airlines through SPG Flights. No blackout dates.
• $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $65

Gold Delta SkyMiles(R) Credit Card from American Express

• Earn 30,000 bonus miles toward Award Travel when you spend $500 on the Card in the first three months from account opening
• $0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $95
• Check your first bag FREE – for up to 9 people on your reservation – on every Delta flight
• Receive double miles on Delta purchases and 1 mile for all other eligible dollars spent
• Priority Boarding and 20% In-Flight Savings

Blue Sky from American Express(R)

• No annual fee
• Travel rewards with no blackout dates or travel restrictions. Redeem with any airline, any car rental, any hotel – anytime
• Pay your bill all at once, or over time. It's up to you.
• Blue Savings Program: big deals on big brands, all the time
• Rated “Best Airline Credit Card” by Card Ratings Consumer's Choice Awards in 2010
• Get approved in 60-seconds

American Express(R) Gold Card

• Earn 10K Membership Rewards(R) points, redeemable for select gift cards valued at $100, when you spend $1,000 in your first 3 months of Card membership
• Exclusive access to Gold Card Events – select concerts, shows, major sporting events, and more
• Purchase Protection covers loss, theft, and damage of eligible items within 90 days of purchase
• Redeem Membership Rewards(R) points for an exclusive array of travel, shopping, dining and entertainment rewards.
• Get approved in 60-seconds.

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Blue Cash Everyday(SM) Card from American Express

• Earn a $100 cash back bonus after spending $1,000 in eligible purchases in the first 3 months of Cardmembership
• 0% intro APR on purchases for 12 months, flexibility to pay over time
• Get 3% cash back at supermarkets, 2% cash back at gas stations and department stores, and 1% cash back on all other purchases
• NO spend minimum, NO enrollment, and NO rotating rewards categories
• Get a $25 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member who is approved for the Card
• No annual fee, flexibility to pay over time

The Platinum Card(R) from American Express

• 25,000 Membership Rewards® points when you spend $1,000 during your first three months of Card membership
• GLOBAL Travel benefits: Priority Pass select airport club access, No Foreign Transaction Fees, Global Entry expedited U.S. immigration pass
• Up to $200 in Airline Fee Credits annually to cover incidental charges on your airline of choice, including checked-baggage fee
• 24/7 Platinum Card(R) Concierge service for assistance with reservations, travel, gifts, and more
• FINE HOTELS & RESORTS Program: exclusive upgrades and amenities at over 700 boutique, resort, and luxury hotels worldwide

TrueEarnings(R) Card from Costco and American Express

• American Express(R) Card and Costco Membership Card in one – with no annual fee for Costco members
• Cash back on the things you buy: 3% for the first $3,000 in annual gasoline purchases (1% thereafter), 2% for restaurants, 2% for travel, and 1% everywhere else, including Costco
• Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in overall satisfaction by current TrueEarnings(R) Cardmembers from Costco and American Express

American Express(R) Premier Rewards Gold Card

• Membership Rewards(R) bonus: 15K points, redeemable for select gift cards valued at $150, when you spend $1,000 in your first three months of card membership
• Membership Rewards(R) points multiply fast! Earn 3X points on airfare, 2X points on gas and groceries, 1X points on everything else
• Exclusive access to Gold Card Destinations and events – Enjoy special travel packages and amenities at hotels worldwide, as well as select concerts, shows, major sporting events, and more, nationwide
• Introductory annual fee of $0 for the first year, then $175
• Get approved in 60-seconds.

The NEW Business Gold Rewards Card(R) from American Express OPEN

• Earn points even faster to get more rewards for your business
• 3X points on airfare, 2X points on advertising, gas, and shipping, 1X points on everything else
• One million rewards from over 500 brands
• Unlimited Rewards Potential – there is no limit to the number of points you can earn and points do not expire
• 24/7 support for everything from identity theft to travel emergencies
• $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $175
• Get unlimited Additional Gold Cards for an additional annual fee of $50 – and this fee is waived for the first year

The Business Platinum Card(R) from American Express OPEN

• FOR A LIMITED TIME: Earn 25,000 Membership Rewards® points by spending $5,000 in the first 3 months
• Up to $200 Airline Fee Credit to cover incidentals with the airline of your choice
• 20% Travel Bonus when redeeming with Membership Rewards® Pay with Points
• Take advantage of 40 premium benefits and rewards, including 24/7 concierge service and dedicated business consultants
• Complimentary airport club access to 600+ partner lounges, a $950/yr value
• By Invitation Only: Receive exclusive access to events, ideal for entertaining clients or treating staff, worldwide that aren’t available to the general public
• No pre-set spending limit*

The Plum Card® from American Express OPEN

• The Everything, Everywhere Trade Terms Card(SM) from American Express OPEN
• Pay in full within ten days, get a 1.5% discount
• OR pay as little as 10% and take up to 2 months to pay off the balance, interest free
• $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $185
• A powerful cash flow management tool

Gold Delta SkyMiles® Business Credit Card from American Express OPEN

• Earn 30,000 bonus miles toward Award Travel – when you spend $500 on the Card in the first three months from account opening
• Check your first bag free- for up to 8 people on your reservation- on every Delta flight
• Receive double miles on Delta purchases and 1 mile for all other eligible dollars spent
• Priority Boarding and 20% In-Flight Savings
• $0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $95
• No annual fee for Additional Cards
• Save 3% to 10% automatically on business expenses from FedEx, Hertz®, OfficeMax®, and more with OPEN Savings®

SimplyCash® Business Card from American Express OPEN

• Get 5% cash back on wireless services and office supply purchases*
• Get 3% cash back on automobile gasoline*
• Get 1% cash back on other purchases*
• No limit to the amount of cash back you can earn
• Cash back on purchases is automatically credited to your statement each month
• Save 3% to 10% automatically on business expenses from FedEx, Hertz®, OfficeMax®, and more with OPEN Savings®
• No annual membership fee

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• Get financial flexibility and control that matches your lifestyle
• Take advantage of exciting savings, financial benefits, and rich rewards
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American Express® Gold Rewards Card

• Earn double points for every $1 in eligible travel purchases charged to the Card, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and more.
• Plus, earn double points for every $1 in eligible gas, grocery and drugstore purchases charged to the Card.
• You’ll also earn one point for every $1 in Card purchases everywhere else.
• Conditions Apply.

American Express® AIR MILES®* Credit Card

• Earn 1 reward mile for every $15 in Card purchases at AIR MILES®* Sponsors.
• Earn 1 reward mile for every $20 in Card purchases everywhere else².
• As well, shop at participating AIR MILES®* Sponsors across Canada with your Card and your AIR MILES®* Collector Card, and you can earn reward miles from both.
• Conditions Apply.

The Starwood Preferred Guest®* Credit Card from American Express

• Earn 1 Starpoint®* for every $1 in purchases charged to the Card.
• Also, earn 15,000 Welcome Bonus Starpoints after you charge $1,000 in purchases to your Card in your first three months of Cardmembership.
• Conditions Apply.

The New American Express® AIR MILES®* Platinum Credit Card

• Earn 1 reward mile for every $10 in Card purchases at AIR MILES®* Sponsors.
• Now! Earn 1 reward mile for every $10 in Card purchases at other eligible gas, grocery and drugstores.
• Earn 1 reward mile for every $15 in Card purchases everywhere else.
• Conditions Apply

American Express® Business Gold Rewards Card

• 25,000 Welcome Points. Enough for a ticket almost anywhere in North America. Just purchase $3,000 in the first 3 months
• Earn 1 point for every dollar in purchases charged to the Card. No caps
• Earn up to 40,000 bonus points. Every year. 15,000 points when you reach $50,000 in purchases. Another 25,000 when you reach $100,000
• Get additional Cards for employees. Earn even more points – all on your account
• More Rewards for you or your Business. Transfer to Aeroplan®*. Instantly. 1 point = 1 Aeroplan®* mile
• Also transfer points to Delta Air Lines and Cathay Pacific’s Asia Miles and access their 27 airline partners
• Book virtually any trip or vacation. Pay all or part with points. No blackouts
• No fee for the First Year. A savings of $180

• Limited Time Offer: 0% No Fee Balance Transfer
• Hot Free Money Deals: Chase Sapphire $500 | Chase Freedom $200 Bonus
• Free Flights: United | Continental
• Investing Bonuses: Lending Club $100