Category: Articles
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Unlock $5,000 in Value with Sapphire Reserve Card
After a major refresh this summer, it now offers new cardmembers over $5,000 in value their first year, thanks to the welcome offer of 125,000 bonus points (worth $2,500 for select flights and hotels through Chase Travel℠) plus $2,700 in annual value through travel and lifestyle benefits. Sapphire Reserve still has our favorite benefits, like
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Retention Offers
A quick call, or chat, can put money and/or points in your pocket Success Twice This Month! Credit card annual fees can feel like a necessary evil—especially if the card comes with great perks. But here’s the part many people don’t realize: annual fees are often negotiable. You don’t need a special script, elite status, or
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Shopping Portals
You can earn miles, and cash back, for online activity We talked about it on the podcast, and it’s worth noting, that if you shop online then you can earn flexible points, miles and cash back. This is a bonus for activity you were going to do anyway. Amazon-check. WalMart-absolutely. Kohl’s-you bet. Even places like
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American Express Platinum
The New and Improved American Express Platinum Card: Is It Worth It in 2025? The American Express Platinum Card® has long been a favorite for frequent travelers, offering luxury perks that make airport lounges, hotel stays, and even everyday purchases feel elevated. In 2025, Amex refreshed the card with new benefits—adding more than $3,500 in annual value,
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Earn More with Chase Marriott: Top Card Guide
Which Chase Marriott Card Earns the Most — and which one should you use? If you frequently stay at Marriott properties (or plan to), using a Marriott-branded credit card (especially from Chase) is one of the best ways to boost your point accrual. But not all of these cards are created equal. In this post,
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United CC Could Be For You
Exploring the Skies: Why the Chase United Explorer Card Might Be Your Ticket to Better Travel When I first heard about the Chase United Explorer Card, my ears perked up—not just because of “free lounge passes” or “priority boarding,” but because of the way the signup bonus and fee are structured: generous, border-on-tempting, and—if you
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Time To Apply
IHG Premier Card’s Upgraded Welcome Offer! Starting September 4, 2025, Chase is offering a limited-time elevated sign-up bonus on the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card:Earn 165,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 in the first 3 months of account opening. This is a notable bump from the previous offer of 140,000 bonus points for the same spend requirement. Extra Perks That Make It Shine Beyond the
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Hotel Safety Tips
Make Your Next Trip Safer Let’s be honest—when we check into a hotel, most of us are thinking about fluffy pillows, that first dive onto the bed, or maybe the poolside cocktail waiting downstairs. The last thing on our minds? Safety. But here’s the truth: taking a few simple precautions can make your stay way
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Chase Business Options
Why I Love Chase Ink Business Cards (And Why You Might Too) If you run a small business or even just have a side hustle, you’ve probably heard about the Chase Ink Business credit cards. They’re some of the most popular cards out there for entrepreneurs, and for good reason—they come with big welcome bonuses,
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How to Organize Your Credit Card Travel Perks
Travel credit cards offer incredible benefits—from lounge access and hotel upgrades to travel insurance and statement credits. But here’s the catch: with multiple cards in your wallet, it’s easy to forget which perk belongs to which card. A little organization can help you maximize those benefits and make your trips smoother (and cheaper). Here’s a
Miles and Points Travel 