Does it makes sense to buy points?

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Typically, buying points for the sake of having points is not a great value. However, if you are short some points for a planned trip, it is worth it.

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Definitely scenarios where it makes sense to buy, the only issue you’ll run into is the cap of how many you can buy so you’ll need a friend.

Take the StR Punta Mita. For two nights I see it for $3227 or 252k points. To buy 252k points it would be $1250 for 140,000 and $1,000 for 112,000. So you’re coming out $1000 ahead.

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I would just zero them out and buy later. They’re always running promos, sometimes better ones.

I’ve been in the points game for a while and the massive devaluation of Marriott points over the past 4-5 years have been massive. That same StR Punta Mita I got 5 nights for 240,000 points in May of 2019. That would now cost 450,000+ points.

Only if you have a specific redemption in mind. Otherwise, you'll be paying more than they are worth.

I only buy points if I need to top up for a booking.

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Oh god please tell me you don’t work for A&M

Why?

Only if you were getting 100% bonus. They are just expensive to buy

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