Is the Amex Platinum Worth $895? I Did the Math so You Don’t Have To.

May 18, 2026

The Platinum Card® from American Express offers much more than a typical card, with a laundry list of perks and benefits. For many years, I seriously considered adding it to my arsenal. However, it always came down to one thing: its substantial annual...

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