American Express Does Have Privileges

American Express frequently provides exclusive bargains on products and services for their cardholders. I don't own an American Express card, but I can't count how many times I've been in the process of buying something and found an exclusive discount or special offer for American Express cardholders. Most recently I was renting a car and had I used an Amex card I would have received a greater discount. I have a friend that just purchased tickets for the upcoming George Michael concert. I love George Michael, so I'm not embarrassed by this! Anyway, she was allowed to purchase the tickets before they were available to the general public because she has an Amex card. See what I mean. Get the idea. Owning an American Express card does come with benefits. It must be said that Visa and Mastercard do have some similar benefits, but not nearly to the extent of Amex.