Recently I've discovered that not all merchant categories are created equal. And what's even more confusing is the fact that this can happen with cards from the same issuer. … [Read more...] about Not All Merchant Categories are Created Equal
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Starbucks Rewards Visa
Yesterday, Starbucks and Chase announced the new Starbucks Rewards Visa credit card. So here's what you need to know about the new card. … [Read more...] about Starbucks Rewards Visa
My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
It's been a while since I did a credit card post, though not much has changed since then. But, here's my credit card strategy for 2018. … [Read more...] about My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Marriott and Starwood's merger closed over a year ago, but details on a combined loyalty program remain scarce. But now we know a little more: Amex and Chase to issue Marriott credit cards going forward. … [Read more...] about Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Chase Adjusts UltimateRewards Dining Earnings
Chase has made a change to the Sapphire Reserve. No, benefits haven't change so far, a change to UltimateRewards earning rates have changed. Chase adjusts UltimateRewards dining earnings a little. Rather than being broadly defined, with just about any dining establishment earning 3x points, they've decided to narrow the category down a little. According to Dan's … [Read more...] about Chase Adjusts UltimateRewards Dining Earnings
What’s in My Wallet July 2016
I've said it before, and I said it again, my points and miles strategies differ somewhat from many other bloggers. I don't travel for work, nor do I have much disposable income to throw around. Because of this, I primarily earn miles to redeem for free travel and don't focus much on earning elite status. … [Read more...] about What’s in My Wallet July 2016
Costco Switchover Day
Today is the long awaited day. It's Costco switchover day! Beginning today, Costco official begins accepts of Visa credit cards. As you may remember, in a surprising turn of events Citi purchased the Costco portfolio from Amex. This stunning blow cost Amex 10% of its entire portfolio. Amex not only lost exclusive rights to Costco, but all of the cardholder accounts were … [Read more...] about Costco Switchover Day
Redeeming the Annual Hyatt Free Night for Credit Cardholders in San Francisco
I spent the last week in San Francisco with Mrs. Jeffsetter with two objectives in mind for our time in the city: Attend a conference being put on by Google at the Intercontinental hotel (review of hotel to come in the future) - and more importantly To learn as much as we could about the city and find an apartment for our impending move to San Francisco … [Read more...] about Redeeming the Annual Hyatt Free Night for Credit Cardholders in San Francisco
International Credit Card Use: My Chase Sapphire Preferred No Longer Requires Notification
I received the following email from Chase last night and I can't say I am surprised. Chase no longer requires me to check in with them when I want to use their Sapphire Preferred credit card while traveling internationally. Their fraud detection systems and knowledge of my whereabouts appear to be so strong that they must already know where I am when it comes to … [Read more...] about International Credit Card Use: My Chase Sapphire Preferred No Longer Requires Notification
Ritz Carlton Credit Card Offer – Free Night after $2,000 in Spend
Ritz Carlton Awards members can take advantage of "exclusive" travel rewards by signing up for their branded credit card. All you need to do is spend $2,000 in your first 3 months to receive a free night at any of their properties. This alone can be a good deal, but they are also offering a $200 annual reimbursement in Airline incidentals and a complimentary airport lounge … [Read more...] about Ritz Carlton Credit Card Offer – Free Night after $2,000 in Spend