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Editor\u2019s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers.<\/em><\/p>\n There are exceptions to every rule.<\/p>\n In the credit cards industry, changes to credit cards are typically called a \u201crefresh\u201d \u2014 that\u2019s usually a code word for \u201cyour annual fee is going up.\u201d And many credit cards with low annual fees don\u2019t offer many perks.<\/p>\n Enter the exception: the American Express\u00ae Green Card<\/a><\/span>. The card has gained additional benefits over the years, with perks that easily justify its annual fee, yet the annual fee is still a modest $150 (see rates and fees<\/a>).<\/p>\n But that doesn\u2019t answer whether the Amex Green Card\u2019s annual fee is worth it. What do you get for that $150? Let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\n Right now, new applicants can earn 60,000 bonus Membership Rewards points<\/a> after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first six months of cardmembership. They’ll also get 20% back on eligible travel and transit purchases in the first six months, up to $200 back in the form of a statement credit. TPG values<\/a> this bonus at $1,400 (including statement credit), and you only need to spend $500 monthly for six months to achieve it.<\/p>\n This is the best-ever publicly-available offer we’ve seen on this card, meaning now is a great time to apply<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n Membership Rewards points have numerous uses, including cashing out your points<\/a> (not the best value) or redeeming with hotel and airline partners<\/a> (can provide incredible value<\/a>, depending on the partner.)<\/p>\n Related: Transfer and maximize: The ultimate guide to Amex Membership Rewards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nWelcome bonus<\/h2>\n