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so is it worth pushing that higher? Or go Starwood/Marriott for Bonvoy? Also, how is Bonvoy with status matches?

I also have Hertz Five Star, so PC is probably within reach. And since I’m based out of DFW, American is probably the way to go for flights ?

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