So I'm still pending recon for Penfed, and my Util is currently at prime (1%, 102K Total CL), so went for a quick app spree.
Sunday 03/06
Applied for Amex SPG for 35K bonus - Instant approval at $2K CL (now at 22.7K exposure, but no balances with Amex)
Double-app'd for Chase United 30K & Southwest Premier 50K - both went into dreaded 7-10 notices, followed by 30 day emails.
Called the CS on Monday and nothing reported, only being reviewed. Based on info here, I'll just wait it out rather than speaking with a human.
Calling the automated daily to see if any updates but nothing yet. First app is 7-10 review, second app is approx. 2 weeks.
Pending further updates, but I hope to get the United at the very least. Southwest I would attempt to recon.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
EXP at approx. ~696 (8 inq)
Thursday 03/10
Applied for Jetblue Plus Card for 30K bonus - Dreaded 10 day message. (Current Arrival+, recent balance of $200)
Spoke with Recon first time and denied due to too many new accounts within 12 months.
Spoke with Recon second time and approved due to great payment history across the board but could not extend further credit.
Offered to split my existing 8.5K CL to open the JB WEMC, which is better than a flat out denial. I can use the bonus and I fly Jetblue frequently from Long Beach.
Approved for 20.24 APR, which is okay but I don't carry a balance with them.
TU at approx. ~713 (5 inq)
After this spree, back to the Garden at least through October until it's time for my auto refi.
Cheers!