Loyalty program credit cards close accounts during bank transfers, threatening mileage forfeiture
When a credit card portfolio transfers between banks, cardholders can have their new account closed with no explanation, a rapid appeal denial, and a requirement to mail a hard-copy complaint to escalate further, all while a deadline looms to use accumulated loyalty miles before they are forfeited.
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