Having given this idea further thought, I don’t think it is the direction I want things to go in. Thanks for reading and I’m sorry that this deal is no longer active.
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Having given this idea further thought, I don’t think it is the direction I want things to go in. Thanks for reading and I’m sorry that this deal is no longer active.
I was wondering what the Twitter conversation I saw a few minutes ago was all about. Now I know. I signed up; happy to learn more about it. But I think that the expectation that people will keep the instructions secret may be optimistic….
Also signed up for the Seattle Sessions although I admit to having some mixed feelings about it. But in the end I couldn’t pass it up, given the location, and the fact that I have never attended any points and miles gatherings other than a local meetup.
BTW, I liked the post on AORs a lot. Easy to follow and very clear on the downsides for the “virgins” – now that’s a term Milenomics could love! Happy to have one more post for my arsenal for when friends ask me about this game.
I am ever the optimist Elaine, I’m going to trust people to do the right thing. Plus we should remember that the instant a blogger finds out and goes public the deal is dead for everyone, including yourself, so it would be silly to give it away.
A blogger would actually be better keeping to themselves for the cash return they could earn.
Glad you like the other post, if you think of other topics that you would like to point people to but aren’t covered well please let me know.
It sounds too good to be true. It would be nice to know just a couple deals, otherwise this sounds like a typical internet get rich quick scheme, except in this case its get some extra money each month scheme.
This is going to be an interesting one. I am really not against paying for information, but I think this is a very alien concept in travel arbitrage world.
I am definitely interested. Do I have to open another bank account or can I use my existing accounts?
Personally, I use my existing account, but you might be better off to have a back up account, that is up to you and your approach.
Signed up last night. When do we hear back?
I am going to need a little time, there are several people who have signed up using dubious credentials so I am going to weed through the list. It might be that I release it sooner to those that I feel are less likely to be a ‘spill the beans’ risk.
Do you have to be a US Citizen with a SSN? Would legal residents with SSN’s be eligible? Would a non resident with a US credit card but no SSN be eligible?
Hi Girl,
Which one are you? You cannot be all 3.
No I’m not all 3. I just want to gauge applicability to my immediate family whose credit cards and ms I manage… that way I can do a simple cost/benefit analysis. Members of my 4 person family fall in to all 3 categories, though for the most part the second category I listed.
Cool – well I don’t want to give away the entire game, so let me say this for your CBA.
I priced it so that if only one person can use it, you turn a profit in month 1. If you don’t you get a refund. The others you are managing should be considered a bonus.
Well as I am not a citizen but an LPR I suppose the most important consideration, as I would potentially be buying the info, is that it is applicable for me to participate. I’d be grateful if you could confirm this?
Fair point, yes, you need a SSN to hold the credit card for this, I’m a foreigner too!
The problem with most manufactured spend options is that not all of them work for each person, whether for reasons in risk, ethics, or the deal itself dying. You’re asking people to pay to buy information that may not ultimately work for them.
No I am not, the terms of the offer as stated above is:
1. There is risk (always is risk) but I will tell you the risk before you decide to buy, decide then if it is within your tolerance level.
2. If the deal dies and you do not recoup your $75 you get a full refund (no risk)
3. It isn’t unethical.
Count me in!
Well, this is different. I’ve signed up.
Thanks
My risk tolerance is fairly conservative, but I’ll try to step out of my comfort zone and give it a twirl.
I think…..maybe…..we’ll see…..
That’s close to where I am too, Kari, so let’s learn more about the risk and then see!
This reminds me of a scheme from the 1950s… Lots of hype and promise and then after people paid, they received a note saying ” Do what I do”
You must be like 80+ to remember things like that from the 50’s! Yes, it’s kinda do what I do since I’ve been piloting this for a few months now. But it comes with full detailed instructions and support.
Matt, I think you have the right approach. You’ll always have the challenge of people wanting as much information as you will release, before they dip their feet in. Those are the folks who probably won’t end up being the right fit for this sort of thing. The very nature of MS is that there is risk involved. Heck, there’s more risk with MS and, I dare say, the miles and points game, than many other hobbies — just ask HHonors members. That said, you do leave a pretty big carrot out there — take a dive, and maybe recoup your expenses in under a month, maybe make more.
Thanks Trevor.
I’m just trying something new. In some ways perhaps I have marketed it wrong in this post, but what I am seeking to do is allow entry into the inner circle, and use the buy in to offset the risk that someone might squeal…
If this works out and it stays secret, the people on my lists will become confidants.
I think its a cool idea. I really do.. Look forward to trying it out.
I happen to know the deal having discussed with Matt after probably way too many glasses of wine! Anyway having given it some thought I think there is nothing wrong with the buy in idea. It is frankly more honest than doing a post about the idea to generate traffic saying you are just doing it “to share the information” when in fact all you are really doing is driving traffic for your lightly-disclosed credit card sign ups. However I think it is 100% inevitable that some blogger will sign up under false name and pay up just to get the scoop. Guaranteed. Whether it’s Pickles and his obvious need for attention or MMS looking for another traffic-spike-post, someone will come in with the wrong intention. I wonder if a better way to do it is an in-person seminar type session? Maybe do a tour where 10 or so people can buy in for $100 and that pays for a meal where the deal is explained (meal costs $25, $75 is the buy in). It’s not fool proof either but at least there is some higher level of control. But no doubt whatsoever that once this gets blogged about, it will be shut down within days. In addition I will say this deal is not without significant risk. I cannot explain those risks without giving away too much about the deal but suffice to say that this one needs some careful explaining and guidelines as to what could happen.
Great points, we came up with a lot of good ideas that night, I believe the vino helped!
Nobody will be offered this deal without fully understanding the risk aspect.
Cheers
Matt
Why the heck not, I’m in. Naturally, the $75 buy-in is payable through Amazon Payments, right? 🙂
As to the risk element, are we talking “blacklisted by major CC issuer” type risk or “trouble with Uncle Sam and law enforcement” risk? I don’t mind the former but have little stomach for the latter.
Hi Peter,
If you signed up using the mail form at the bottom of the post the risk aspect will be explained further, it is neither of those (that I know of).
Best,
Matt
I am excited to receive more information… Nothing so far in my email…
Boris,
Been traveling and mailed you today.
Best,
Matt
Hi Matt,
I signed up on 17 October and still have not received anything. Are you still planning on sending out information?
Cheers,
Rich
are you still doing the 75 for 100 deal. And how do i join?
Count me in please.
This is an interesting spin…and following Murphy’s Law, I expect it to die within Month 1.
Anyway…I’ve subscribed.
So count me in.
I’m in! Hope it lasts more than 1 month. 😉
I’ll play! BTW FT misses brooklynmatt.
Howdy! Is this 75 for 100 deal still going? Interested 🙂
Count me in where do i join
Late to the game, but interested. Is it over?
Is this deal still alive? Can I join?
Ditto to what they said…is this still a thing?
I think I have this mostly figured out but I am missing one piece because i simply do not know enough about the mechanics of the particular product. Can I email you what I have and get a little nudge in the right direction? If I am totally off base I would be happy to pay for the method.
I am willing to fork over the 75
I’m interested if this is still going.
Also interested. Still available?
I would be interested in more insights on this concept. Already have fidelity acct. opened to get sign up bonus-please share risk info as indicated.
L
Matt
Wondering if this still works, if so can I please have the info. By chance would this be on your forum as I am a member there.
Thanks