Credit card or prepaid card -- Fees or interest -- Complaint #6781060
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6781060
Company: American Express Company
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Fees or interest
Sub-Issue: Problem with fees
State: California
ZIP Code: 94062
Date Received: 2023-03-31T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-03-31T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Tags: Servicemember
Consumer Narrative
Prior to opening an American Express account, I was informed as the spouse of an active-duty military member ( my husband has been active reserve XXXX XXXX for over 13 years ), we would be eligible to have the MLA ( Military Lending Act ) added to both of our accounts. We do NOT qualify for SCRA, as the account with AMEX would be opened after the beginning service date. We DO qualify for the MLA, however. I have been fighting with American Express since my account opening to have the MLA added to my account. Every time, they take my information and then a few weeks later I get a letter stating we are not eligible. I have uploaded my husband 's military documents multiple times, copies of our marriage certificate proving I am his spouse, and letters explaining to AMEX what we are and are not eligible for. Despite this, I have now been denied XXXX times. Each time, the rep tells me they will " fix '' the issue and take all of the same information. They refuse to give me to a supervisor or have someone correct the information immediately. I am at a loss as to what to do. We are indeed eligible for this, and they have applied it to my husband 's account, but refuse to do so on mine. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6781060 about?
Complaint #6781060 was filed against American Express Company regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Fees or interest. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-03-31T12:00:00-05:00.
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?
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How do I file a similar complaint?
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Disclaimer
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