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Jenna Hansen

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Jenna Hansen began working for AwardWallet in 2022. She and her husband homeschool their four kids and spend a lot of their time traveling and learning through experiences. Jenna discovered points and miles in 2020 when she was looking for a way to be able to afford more expensive trips for her family. Once she came across other moms who were points and miles pros, she took the leap and has been hooked ever since.

Jenna and her family live in California and like to spend time visiting the nearby Sierra Nevada mountains and the Central California coast. You can also catch them at Disneyland as often as possible!

From Elite Perks to Travel Credits: All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®
From Elite Perks to Travel Credits: All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®
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The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers several valuable hotel benefits. These include an annual credit when booking through The Edit by Chase, VIP perks at Relais & Châteaux properties, a $300 annual travel credit, elevated earnings in the Chase Travel portal, and more. This article breaks down each of these perks so you can make the most of them.

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Jenna Hansen & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
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If you've ever rented a car, you've heard the spiel on purchasing insurance as part of the rental agreement. Fees can range anywhere from $10 to $50 per day. But your credit card might provide a complimentary Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance. Here's how to get proof of Collision Damage Waiver from your credit card so you aren't stuck paying for something you don't need.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How To Use Hyatt Pay My Way and Points + Cash Options — And What to Do if It Isn’t Showing Up
How To Use Hyatt Pay My Way and Points + Cash Options — And What to Do if It Isn’t Showing Up
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The never-ending battle when it comes to credit card points is that there never seem to be enough points for all of the amazing trips you want to take. Thankfully, Hyatt has a great option for offsetting that problem. It’s called Hyatt Pay My Way, and it allows you to use a combination of points, cash, and/or free night certificates when booking a room.

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Jenna Hansen & Andrew Kunesh

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

One Key+™ Card Review: Earn up to 3% Back, Anniversary $100 OneKeyCash, Gold Status, and More
One Key+™ Card Review: Earn up to 3% Back, Anniversary $100 OneKeyCash, Gold Status, and More
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The new One Key+™ Card allows members to earn rewards on everyday purchases. It has a low annual fee and solid benefits, like a statement credit of up to $120 for a Trusted Traveler Program, such as Global Entry® or TSA PreCheck® and no foreign-transaction fees. OneKeyCash can be spent with Expedia, Hotels.com, and VRBO. But is it right for you?

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Jenna Hansen & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
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Did you know the Chase Sapphire Preferred® and Sapphire Reserve® include trip cancellation and interruption insurance? You could get reimbursed up to $10,000 per person if your travel plans are disrupted due to illness, weather, or other covered events. Here’s how this underrated benefit works — and why it can save you from spending extra on third-party insurance.

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Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn Airline Elite Status Without Flying: Status Match, Fast Track, Card Spending Opportunities
Earn Airline Elite Status Without Flying: Status Match, Fast Track, Card Spending Opportunities
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Earn airline elite status presents a conundrum. Status improves your travel, but airlines typically only reward those who fly (and suffer) a ton without it. But what if you could shortcut your way to elite status without paying your dues first? Here's how to earn airline elite status without stepping on a plane, from status matches to card spending.

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Patrick Stouffer & Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter

AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee
AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee
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The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card is an okay option with no annual fee and a few benefits. It earns 2X on AA purchases and at grocery stores. If you're trying to earn AA miles in as many ways as possible, then you might consider adding this card to your collection. Otherwise, there are better options for benefits. However, for those wanting to earn miles with no annual fee, you might be interested.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Ryan Smith