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popularhighlanderfil posted May 26, 2026 06:08 PM
popularhighlanderfil posted May 26, 2026 06:08 PM

FOR AMEX CARD HOLDERS (YMMV): Apple MacBook Air Laptop 13.6-Inch M5 16GB RAM 512GB SSD $774+tax on $899; WORKS WITH ALL OTHER PRODUCTS, TOO

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NOTE: the below is just a sample deal, it works with pretty much anything you can buy over the Amex offer threshold at ABT.com. The value here is in the ability to both price match and use the offer.

Another note: please do not ask ABT customer service representatives about the American Express offer; according to the experience of some people in this thread, they don't appear to be very well trained on it and don't know how it works.

Further note: most people in this thread have reported not receiving emails that the offer has been triggered, but it posts anyways.

Step 1: Check your Amex cards for offers. Abt.com currently has $125 cash back offer for a $900+ purchase.

Note: Not every account will have this, hence YMMV! Looks like the offer might also be different for different cardholders, including a $100 off $1,000. Mine expires on 7/31/2026, so if you want to hold out for a potentially even greater price difference, there's that option, as well.

Step 2: Abt.com will price match to Amazon via chat (they will send a secure payment link). Amazon still has it for $899. You do still pay tax on $899. For me (MN) the final price after the cash back posts will be $850.64.

Clarification: I paid $975.64, which will trigger the credit. The $850.64 price will be reflected once the offer posts.

Filler items: if you don't have sales tax, search for "corn bread" or "salsa" ($8-ish). There are also some travel accessories, like luggage locks, for $20.

Step 3: Well, there's not one, really. Abt is a certified Apple reseller, so there are no warranty issues here. Can still add AppleCare and all that.

Applies to other models, as well.

https://www.abt.com/Apple-MacBook...40232.html
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NOTE: the below is just a sample deal, it works with pretty much anything you can buy over the Amex offer threshold at ABT.com. The value here is in the ability to both price match and use the offer.

Another note: please do not ask ABT customer service representatives about the American Express offer; according to the experience of some people in this thread, they don't appear to be very well trained on it and don't know how it works.

Further note: most people in this thread have reported not receiving emails that the offer has been triggered, but it posts anyways.

Step 1: Check your Amex cards for offers. Abt.com currently has $125 cash back offer for a $900+ purchase.

Note: Not every account will have this, hence YMMV! Looks like the offer might also be different for different cardholders, including a $100 off $1,000. Mine expires on 7/31/2026, so if you want to hold out for a potentially even greater price difference, there's that option, as well.

Step 2: Abt.com will price match to Amazon via chat (they will send a secure payment link). Amazon still has it for $899. You do still pay tax on $899. For me (MN) the final price after the cash back posts will be $850.64.

Clarification: I paid $975.64, which will trigger the credit. The $850.64 price will be reflected once the offer posts.

Filler items: if you don't have sales tax, search for "corn bread" or "salsa" ($8-ish). There are also some travel accessories, like luggage locks, for $20.

Step 3: Well, there's not one, really. Abt is a certified Apple reseller, so there are no warranty issues here. Can still add AppleCare and all that.

Applies to other models, as well.

https://www.abt.com/Apple-MacBook...40232.html

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May 26, 2026 06:27 PM
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beatenbyMay 26, 2026 06:27 PM
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Nothing on my platinum. I now feel like a stupid for paying for this card.
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May 26, 2026 06:34 PM
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marvin83May 26, 2026 06:34 PM
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Have this (abt offer) on my business blue cash card... tempting... or wait till M6 with OLED.
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May 26, 2026 06:39 PM
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highlanderfil
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May 26, 2026 06:39 PM
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Quote from marvin83 :
Have this (abt offer) on my business blue cash card... tempting... or wait till M6 with OLED.
Mine was on my BBP and Delta Reserve Business. Kinda feel stupid for adding it to the Reserve because I might end up cancelling it next year and would be nice to have extended warranty. But I might end up getting AppleCare anyways.
Last edited by highlanderfil May 26, 2026 at 11:47 AM.
May 26, 2026 06:51 PM
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RandomusernnMay 26, 2026 06:51 PM
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Have it on both my amex plat and gold business ... tempting ...
May 26, 2026 06:51 PM
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karateboi87May 26, 2026 06:51 PM
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I have an offer for abt but it's 100 off 1000, not 125 off 900
May 26, 2026 06:52 PM
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NudleMay 26, 2026 06:52 PM
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How did you complete order after PMing via chat? Did they send you a link to complete order online?
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May 26, 2026 06:55 PM
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Quote from Nudle :
How did you complete order after PMing via chat? Did they send you a link to complete order online?
They sent a secure payment link. Kind of sucks because you don't get CB/Amex/Bilt bonuses, but worth it in the end since those aren't super high to begin with.

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May 26, 2026 06:59 PM
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NudleMay 26, 2026 06:59 PM
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Quote from highlanderfil :
They sent a secure payment link. Kind of sucks because you don't get CB/Amex/Bilt bonuses, but worth it in the end since those aren't super high to begin with.
AFAIK, most of the CB portals don't give cashback on Apple products.
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May 26, 2026 07:03 PM
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PraviantiMay 26, 2026 07:03 PM
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Quote from highlanderfil :
Mine was on my BBP and Delta Reserve Business. Kinda feel stupid for adding it to the Reserve because I might end up cancelling it next year and would be nice to have extended warranty. But I might end up getting AppleCare anyways.
Double check with American Express. My understanding is that once you purchase something with a card, that extended warranty and other protections persist even if you cancel that card.
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May 26, 2026 07:04 PM
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misstdianaMay 26, 2026 07:04 PM
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Mine says spend $1000 earn $100 back. Blue cash everyday card.
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May 26, 2026 07:04 PM
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highlanderfil
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May 26, 2026 07:04 PM
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Quote from Nudle :

AFAIK, most of the CB portals don't give cashback on Apple products.
Oh, yeah, good point - the chat agent also told me as much, now that I remember it.
May 26, 2026 07:05 PM
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MaverickDudeMay 26, 2026 07:05 PM
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Quote from highlanderfil :
They sent a secure payment link. Kind of sucks because you don't get CB/Amex/Bilt bonuses, but worth it in the end since those aren't super high to begin with.
Just to confirm — it's "Spend $900 or more and earn $125 back," right? Not "$125 off $900" like OP stated.

Also, does the $900 requirement apply to the total purchase amount before taxes, or is it excluding taxes?
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May 26, 2026 07:05 PM
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Quote from Pravianti :
Double check with American Express. My understanding is that once you purchase something with a card, that extended warranty and other protections persist even if you cancel that card.
That doesn't sound right. Why would it persist if you no longer have the card?
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May 26, 2026 07:06 PM
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May 26, 2026 07:06 PM
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Quote from MaverickDude :
Just to confirm — it's "Spend $900 or more and earn $125 back," right? Not "$125 off $900" like OP stated.

Also, does the $900 requirement apply to the total purchase amount before taxes, or is it excluding taxes?
I don't think Amex ever makes that distinction. As long as the total amount that hits your card is over the threshold, you're good.

I edited the OP to reflect the cash back rather than $ off language; you're correct, it's not like a coupon, but effectively works the same. Your receipt will reflect the higher amount if you ever need it for an insurance claim or something.
Last edited by highlanderfil May 26, 2026 at 12:09 PM.

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May 26, 2026 07:15 PM
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bhumun123May 26, 2026 07:15 PM
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The offer was "$125 cash back offer for a $900+ purchase". But OP spent only $850.64. So, offer should not apply unless a filler of ~ 50$ is added. Am I missing something?

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