How to Recoup the $895 Amex Platinum Fee in 30 Days

How to turn the $895 Amex Platinum fee into $1,000+ in perks before your first bill arrives.

The Platinum Card® from American Express just got a 2025 refresh and with it, a higher annual fee. At $895 a year, the Platinum is one of the most expensive cards on the market.

But here’s the thing: if you actually use the perks, you can make back the entire fee, and then some, in your first 30 days. The secret is knowing which benefits to activate rig…