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Mark Jackson

Freelance Writer
Distance Traveled in 2026
Visited in 2026

Most of Mark’s professional career has revolved around credit cards and points and miles. He’s been to over 95 countries, but still hasn’t visited all the “real” countries of Epcot’s World Showcase. He enjoys leaving his hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona anytime the temperature rises above 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Bilt Adds I Prefer Hotel Rewards as Its Seventh Hotel Transfer Partner — Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Bilt Adds I Prefer Hotel Rewards as Its Seventh Hotel Transfer Partner — Here’s Everything You Need to Know
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It's that time again: Bilt has added yet another transfer partner to its already robust rewards program. The newest addition is the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program. As of June 22, 2026, Bilt Rewards members can now transfer their points into the program to access over 700 independently owned hotels around the world. Here's everything you need to know about the new partnership.

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Low-Fee Alternative for Small Businesses
Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Low-Fee Alternative for Small Businesses
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The Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card is a good option for occasional Southwest fliers who are looking for a card with a lower annual fee. This card earns a large chunk of points — both from its sign-up bonus and everyday spending — that can be used toward earning a Southwest Companion Pass. The card comes with checked bag and seating benefits and charges no foreign transaction fees. Here's our full review.

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Jenna Hansen & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

A Beginner's Guide To Building a Credit Card Application Strategy
A Beginner's Guide To Building a Credit Card Application Strategy
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U.S banks play a huge role in the travel rewards ecosystem. Learning about credit card application rules won’t be the most exciting part of your points-and-miles education, but it’s hard to overstate the importance of building a healthy relationship with the banks for your credit card application strategy. In this post, we explain how to build a sustainable, long-term strategy.

Erik PaquetMark Jackson
Erik Paquet & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Your Comprehensive Guide to the Hilton Honors Program
Your Comprehensive Guide to the Hilton Honors Program
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Hilton Honors is an excellent hotel loyalty program, thanks to the ability to quickly rack up points from stays and promotions, a suite of excellent co-branded credit cards, and a solid elite program. In this post, you'll learn how to earn and redeem points for top value, the benefits of getting Hilton's elite status, and some shortcuts on how to get it. Let's look at everything Hilton Honors.

Ian SnyderMark Jackson
Ian Snyder & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Toni Southam