Credit card or prepaid card -- Getting a credit card -- Complaint #4651824
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4651824
Company: American Express Company
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-Issue: Application denied
State: Florida
ZIP Code: 33541
Date Received: 2021-08-21T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-08-21T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am writing as I feel I have been incorrectly denied for services with AMEX and they are unwilling to escalate to the appropriate team. On XX/XX/21, I applied for the AMEX rose gold credit card with a nearly perfect credit score, very low debt to income, great credit history, no late payments, a substantial salary etc. Once I submitted my application, it was immediately declined using their automated decisioning system. In total shock, I called to inquire and was told by the customer service agent that although my credit profile was very clean, within the past 1.5 years too many credit cards have been closed, which resulted in the denial. I explained this was not the case and was told by the agent to contact XXXX. This is totally unacceptable being AMEX pulled my credit profile and have a copy of my report that could be reviewed for accuracy. Being I work in the financial industry, I requested to have my application manually reviewed by underwriting and was told no, the system will not allow me to resubmit for second review. Frustrated with this reply, I requested to speak to a manager and was informed one was not available and would return my call within 3-4 hours ; never heard anything. I feel this decision is inaccurate as I have not personally closed any credit cards within the last 1.5 years and expect a valid reason to not approve my application. Credit cards being closed by a creditor for inactivity should never impact a credit decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4651824 about?
Complaint #4651824 was filed against American Express Company regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Getting a credit card. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-08-21T12:00:00-05:00.
How did American Express Company respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit card or prepaid card) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against American Express Company?
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Disclaimer
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