I got an intriguing offer from American Express the other day - earn 20k Membership Rewards points for doing nothing. Ok, well, not exactly nothing. But the level of effort required to get the points was so low, to me, it's basically nothing. … [Read more...] about 20k Membership Rewards Points for Doing Nothing
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Chase Freedom Q3 2021 Bonus Categories
I can hardly believe we're already nearly done with Q2 2021. But, here we are. So, it's that time yet again - time to register for the next round of Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex bonus categories. So, let's talk about the Chase Freedom Q3 2021 bonus categories. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q3 2021 Bonus Categories
The Best Hotel Credit Cards 2021
Of all the credit card types available, hotel credit cards are the ones I carry the most (but RV credit cards are good too). This is not because I actively use all of them to accrue points but because of the ancillary values provided. So, here are what I consider to be the best hotel credit cards 2021 edition. … [Read more...] about The Best Hotel Credit Cards 2021
Activate the Freedom Q2 2021 Bonus Categories
Things are beginning to open back up again but are still far from normal in most of the US. That said, now that it's time to activate the Freedom Q2 2021 bonus categories, I'm pretty disappointed in what we got. But I can't say I'm surprised either. … [Read more...] about Activate the Freedom Q2 2021 Bonus Categories
The Best Credit Cards for Infrequent Flyers 2021
If you fly maybe only once per year and think my Hawaii credit card award travel guide is too complicated, then this post is for you. So let's talk about what are, in my opinion, the best credit cards for infrequent flyers of 2021. And if you prefer to drive instead of fly, check out our favorite RV credit cards here. … [Read more...] about The Best Credit Cards for Infrequent Flyers 2021
My 2021 Credit Card Strategy
Well, then. I did not realize I totally skipped 2020 as far as credit card strategies go. But, in hindsight, I guess it wasn't all that necessary anyway, right? After all, the whole year ended up being blah. And even though most of 2021 looks like it'll be similar, I want to talk about my 2021 credit card strategy. … [Read more...] about My 2021 Credit Card Strategy
Did You Know There is a Non-Chase United Card
United Airlines partners with Chase for most of its co-brand credit cards in the US. But, did you know there is a non-Chase United card? What's more, this card issued by a bank in Hawaii has some compelling features. But, is it worth it? Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Did You Know There is a Non-Chase United Card
American Express Gold Review 2020
Back in 2018, I got my very first charge card - the Amex rose Gold - and I loved it. Since then, though, much has changed in the card ecosystem. So, let's do an American Express Gold Review 2020 to go over how my opinion of the card during the past two years. … [Read more...] about American Express Gold Review 2020
Chase Freedom Q1 2021 Bonus Categories
With the pandemic continuing to rage on its seems that Chase is playing it safe with the Chase Freedom Q1 2021 bonus categories. As a result, we're seeing the return of a long-absent and much-beloved bonus category. The rest of the categories are common repeats that are difficult to maximize. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q1 2021 Bonus Categories
I Got a No Annual Fee American Express Hilton Aspire
With COVID-19 throwing the travel industry into disarray, card issuers have been scrambling to retain cardholder - especially in their premium travel products. As a result, I got a no annual fee American Express Hilton Aspire card! … [Read more...] about I Got a No Annual Fee American Express Hilton Aspire