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The Spirit Airlines shutdown has left many Mastercard holders in limbo. While your card still works for daily purchases, the value of those airline perks has vanished. 📉
The good news? Bank of America is issuing annual fee refunds, but current reports show they are not doing it automatically. To get your money back, you need to pick up the phone.
How to handle it:
Call the number on the back of your card.
Request a refund of your most recent annual fee due to the airline’s closure.
Escalate to a supervisor if the first representative isn't aware of the policy.
Don't let that $79 (or more) sit in the bank's pocket. Have you secured your refund yet? Share your experience below! 👇
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Why This Matters for Your Strategy
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