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Thursday, Jul 18

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Alaska Airlines Visa Signature credit card review: Earn hard-to-get miles with a valuable welcome offer

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Alaska Airlines Visa Signature credit card overview The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card is one of the best cards for earning Alaska…

Wednesday, Jul 17

21

Bank of America Premium Rewards credit card review: Not to be underestimated

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Bank of America Premium Rewards credit card overview If you qualify for the Bank of America® Preferred Rewards® program, the Bank of America®…

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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card review: A great beginner travel card

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card overview The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card effortlessly blends fixed-value redemptions with 15…

Tuesday, Jul 16

17

Generous new Venture Rewards offer: Earn 75,000 miles plus a $250 travel credit

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a great choice for beginners and experts who want an easy way to earn miles without much effort. For…

Monday, Jul 15

18

Your guide to the Chase Ink Business credit cards

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. While Chase offers a robust portfolio of consumer credit cards, the issuer also has a suite of business cards tailored to different companies and…

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TPG’s 10 commandments of credit card rewards

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Whether you’re a credit card rewards novice or a full-on expert, there are key tenets to follow. As the saying goes, “Everyone makes mistakes,” and…

Friday, Jul 12

21

Is the Prime Visa credit card worth the cost?

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Amazon is the giant in the room for easy, instant access to hundreds of thousands of different products. While the Prime Visa doesn’t technically…

Thursday, Jul 11

20

The best credit cards for Amazon purchases

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. From toothpaste to treadmills, you can find almost anything you need (and want) on Amazon — delivered in two days with your Prime membership. If…

Tuesday, Jul 9

18

Last chance: Earn up to 110,000 bonus SkyMiles with these Delta card offers

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Delta Air Lines and American Express have some excellent welcome offers on their range of cobranded credit cards. The first five cards on this list…

Sunday, Jul 7

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How and why to register for Choice Hotels Personalized Weeknight Benefits

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Whether you frequently use the Choice Privileges program or are only an occasional guest, it’s worth keeping track of the current Choice Privileges promotions…

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Save money on your next trip: Use these tips to never pay full price for a rental car

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. Summer brings warm weather, a break from school and plentiful opportunities for travel. However, traveling during summer can be quite expensive,…

Saturday, Jul 6

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When travelers should (and shouldn’t) tip hotel staff

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Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Tipping can be incredibly personal. Some people are willing to hand over cash regardless of the quality of service, while others carefully weigh their experience before…

Thursday, Jul 4

19

Everything you need to know about booking award flights with a lap infant

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Editor’s note: This post has been updated with current policies and information. TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt adviser and investor. Planning family travel can be complicated … and expensive. There is the cost of booking multiple…

Wednesday, Jul 3

20

What are points and miles worth? TPG’s July 2024 monthly valuations

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. One of the questions people often ask us is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point to point and person to person.…

Saturday, Jun 29

21

When and how to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to World of Hyatt

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Chase Ultimate Rewards points are some of the most valuable points you can earn. The Ultimate Rewards program offers great transfer partners that can unlock…

Friday, Jun 28

18

Delta annual companion ticket: How you can earn it and save money

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Everyone loves a buy one, get one deal. Believe it or not, you can sometimes get those BOGO deals on airline tickets if you hold the right credit…

Thursday, Jun 27

20

Best-ever Southwest offers: Earn up to 120,000 points with a business credit card

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. For Southwest loyalists, a cobranded Southwest credit card is a great way to earn points toward travel. Right now, there are elevated offers on the…

Wednesday, Jun 26

Same name, different cards: How to distinguish the Amex Gold card from the authorized-user Gold card

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. While The Platinum Card® from American Express is a lucrative, premium card in and of itself, you can also share its perks with authorized users.…

Friday, Jun 21

23

The best Chase Sapphire Reserve benefits for active-duty military

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The strains of active-duty military service are unmatched in difficulty and intensity. In this line of work, it’s important to arm yourself not…

Thursday, Jun 20

22

Why the Amex Platinum card is best for active-duty military

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. I have my nine years of active-duty service in the Navy (Beat Army!) to thank for getting me interested in points and miles. Traveling and moving…

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Fifth-freedom routes: Flying top international airlines without setting foot in their home countries

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Fifth-freedom routes are a unique quirk of aviation that gives North American travelers a chance to experience superior planes and service, often at a fraction of the cost. Have you ever booked a trip from the U.S. to Europe only to…

Wednesday, Jun 19

23

When to use American Express Premium Car Rental Protection

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Some credit cards offer car rental insurance when you use your card to pay for a rental. The insurance covers the vehicle if you’re in an accident…

Saturday, Jun 15

21

It’s easy to earn Wyndham Diamond status — here’s how and why you should care

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Wyndham Diamond status offers valuable perks on Wyndham stays. Even if you don’t frequently stay at Wyndham hotels and resorts, you might benefit…

Friday, Jun 14

20

10 ways you could be earning airline miles other than credit cards

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Credit card sign-up bonuses are one of the quickest ways to earn free flights. But in recent years, banks have taken steps to reduce credit card…

Thursday, Jun 13

22

Can you pay taxes with a credit card?

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. You may wonder if you can pay your taxes with a credit card. After all, charging your taxes to a rewards credit card could mean you earn cash back,…

Monday, Jun 10

17

The best ways to travel to Europe using points and miles

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Europe is a popular option for award travelers thanks to its rich history, diverse cultures, excellent beaches and gourmet cuisine. However, with…

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United Club Infinite Card vs. United Explorer Card: Which is best for United fans?

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. When it comes to cobranded airline credit cards, United loyalists have four main options for personal cards. They include the United℠ Explorer Card…

Saturday, Jun 8

Chase Freedom Flex vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited comparison: Rotating categories or flat cash back?

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Chase’s array of personal credit card products ranges from the ultra-premium Chase Sapphire Reserve® to the “cash back” Chase Freedom Flex℠ and…

Friday, Jun 7

18

Visa Infinite: Everything you need to know, from rental car perks to lounge access

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you have a card like the Chase Sapphire Reserve® , United Club℠ Infinite Card or the U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite® Card, you may…

Tuesday, Jun 4

19

Capital One Spark Miles for Business credit card review: Double miles on everything

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Capital One Spark Miles for Business overview The Capital One Spark Miles for Business is a solid business credit card, offering double miles on…