Does Adding a Credit Card Improve Your Credit Score? by Dan Miller March 21, 2024 39 One of the more confusing aspects of rewards travel is how applying for credit cards affects your credit score. Conventional wisdom has it that applying for more credit cards will negatively affect your credit score, and is somehow frowned upon by lenders and credit providers. But that’s not the case. A strong credit file with many credit accounts and a proven history of on-time payments is exactly what creditors want.
Costco Anywhere Visa® Card Review: Extra Earnings for Costco Fans by Samantha Holland March 19, 2024 0 The Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi is available exclusively for Costco members, and it earns rewards at Costco warehouses and beyond. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons, earning rates, and how to redeem rewards accrued on the card.
Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: Bonus Cash Back Where You Already Spend by Ashley Onadele November 25, 2024 2 The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card has no annual fee, no foreign transaction fees, and yet a surprisingly strong earning structure. You'll earn bonus cash back on popular categories like entertainment, dining, groceries, and travel. Is this the right cash-back card for your wallet? Read our full Capital One Savor Cash review to learn more.
Capital One Spark Miles Select Review: Simple Earnings and No Annual Fee by Ashley Onadele March 17, 2024 0 The Capital One Spark Miles Select for Business has a simple earning structure, no annual fee, and is a great option for everyday spending. While you won't find fancy perks or annual travel credits, you'll earn valuable rewards, pay no annual fee, and get a quality welcome bonus. Is this the right card for your small business. Read our Spark Miles Select review to find out more.
Capital One Savor Card Review: Excellent Earnings on Entertainment and Food by Jenna Hansen November 25, 2024 0 The Savor Rewards from Capital One card has a solid cash-back welcome offer, a low annual fee, and solid earnings in popular categories. It's an excellent choice for people who spend a lot each month on dining and entertainment. Let's take a closer look in this full review.
Add Authorized Users to Your Credit Cards, Get Bonus Points or Miles by Samantha Holland March 14, 2024 57 Sign-up bonuses are a crucial part of the points and miles puzzle, but they’re not the only way of banking a substantial balance of rewards points. Other methods include signing up for regular promotions offered by credit card providers and loyalty programs, taking advantage of generous referral bonuses (which can bring in upwards of 50K points per year), and — on select credit cards — scoring bonus points for adding an authorized user to your account.
How I Got $2,509 From My Alaska Credit Card in the First Year by Ryan Smith March 9, 2024 0 I consider Alaska Airlines miles especially valuable, so the welcome bonus on the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card definitely caught my eye. With that bonus and several ongoing perks on the card, I'm getting over $2,500 in value from the card during the first year. Here's how my numbers add up.
Get Access to Hidden Award Space with United Credit Cards by Tyler Glatt February 29, 2024 145 United Airlines' Chase-issued credit cards can be quite valuable for anyone who flies with the airline even a few times each year. If you have an eligible United card, you can use your balance of MileagePlus miles to book flights that aren’t available to everyone else. Here's what savvy travelers need to know.
The 12 Best Credit Cards for Computer Equipment and Hardware Purchases [2024] by Ryan Smith February 26, 2024 30 We break down the best rewards cards for computer equipment purchases and outline some strategies to help you earn thousands of rewards points when purchasing computer equipment and other associated hardware. Whether you're buying for personal use or for a business, there's a hefty amount of points, miles, or cash back you could earn by following these tipes.
Best Credit Cards for Price Protection [2024] by Ryan Smith February 25, 2024 105 Ancillary benefits such as price protection don't sound quite as sexy as free flights or five-star hotels, but there's every possibility you’ll receive more dollar value from card benefits than credit card rewards over the life of your card. Provided you know what items your card covers and you can navigate the claims process, price protection can potentially save you thousands of dollars per year.
Best Credit Cards for Product Return Protection [2025] by Ryan Smith April 16, 2025 41 Returning purchased or gifted items back to the retailer can be a pain, often made harder by inflexible store return policies, and there’s a good chance you’ll get stranded with unwanted items. The right credit card might come to the rescue. Here's a look at the best credit cards with return protection.
Wyndham Earner Business Card Review: An Underrated Powerhouse for Gas and Status by Ian Snyder February 23, 2024 0 The Wyndham Rewards® Earner℠ Business Card punches above its weight when you consider how much value it brings to the table. With 15,000 annual bonus points, a 10% discount on award bookings, and an excellent 8X earning rate on gas purchases, it more than justifies its $95 annual fee. Plus, you can get the most out of your points by using them for Vacasa vacation rentals. Learn more in our detailed review.
Citi Credit Card Offer History: Best-Ever Offers and When You Should Apply by Tyler Glatt April 15, 2025 0 Citi offers a valuable lineup of credit cards with different flavors of rewards to fit all tastes and preferences. And no matter how you want to reward your spending, Citi likely has a product to fit your wallet. But what does a good welcome offer look like? And when should you apply? Here's a look at the best-ever offers on Citi credit cards and when it makes sense to apply based on each card's past offer history.
Credit Cards Offering Instant Card Numbers So You Can Start Spending Immediately by Jenna Hansen February 17, 2024 1 Many banks offer immediate access to your new credit card so you can start spending right away, thanks to providing an instant card number on approval. This is helpful when trying to meet a minimum spending requirement for a bonus or if you have an unexpected expense pop up while waiting for your new card to come in the mail. This article covers all of the major banks and shows you your options for each one.
Best 0% APR Intro Balance Transfer Offers With No Annual Fee by Jess Farley and Tyler Glatt February 16, 2024 2 A 0% APR intro balance transfer offer can save you a lot of money on interest. The best cards offer a mix of strong earning rates, a top-tier welcome offer to deliver instant value, and a long introductory APR period so you have plenty of time to pay down the balance without suffering high interest rates. Here are the top cards with a balance-transfer offer to knock your interest charges down to zero for up to 21 months.
Best Mid-Tier Hotel Card Offer: Hilton Surpass or IHG One Rewards Premier? by Jenna Hansen February 13, 2024 26 The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card and the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card both offer valuable welcome bonuses and a long list of cardmember benefits. We break down the offers to see which card provides more value, considering its benefit and annual fees.
What To Know About Chase Sapphire Reserve® Travel and Purchase Insurance Benefits by Jess Farley and Samantha Holland February 12, 2024 57 The Chase Sapphire Reserve® provides comprehensive benefits simply for being a cardmember. While the sign-up bonus, rewards-earning, and travel perks get most of the attention, you'd be remiss in ignoring all the insurance benefits available when using this card.
How To Get the Chase Sapphire Reserve® by Dan Miller February 7, 2024 0 If you're looking for information on how to get the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, we've got you covered. You'll pay a hefty annual fee to keep this card, but the benefits truly are second to none. Let's look at a few tips to increase your chances for approval if you apply, as well as what to do if you aren't approved right away.
What Is the Bank of America 2/3/4 Rule? by Sam Helmy and Ryan Flanigan February 6, 2024 16 Bank of America has a 2/3/4 rule for credit card applications, which while not the same as Chase’s 5/24 rule, does place restrictions on new card approvals based on recent card approval history with Bank of America.
Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card Review: A Solid Workhorse by Ryan Flanigan February 3, 2024 2 The Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card incentivizes you the more you use it. For a modest annual fee, you can earn significant Membership Rewards points — one of the most valuable flexible point currencies available. With frequently used bonus categories, this is a solid workhorse card for those who may prefer a simple reward-earning strategy.
How To Save up to $600 per Year on British Airways Fuel Surcharges by Dan Miller and Skye Class January 31, 2024 47 The British Airways Visa Signature® Card offers up to $200 per flight and up to $600 per year to cover fees and surcharges on your Avios award bookings. That's a handy perk, considering the often-high surcharges on BA redemptions. Let us show you how this benefit works.
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card Review: Perks Worth Much More Than Its Fee by Jenna Hansen January 27, 2024 97 The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card pays huge dividends to hold over the long term. While many hotel cards are best suited for a small group of committed brand loyalists, the Marriott Boundless stands out because it provides value to such a broad range of travelers. Here's our full review of the card and its many benefits.
How to Use Capital One Venture Miles for Maximum Value by Dan Miller January 24, 2024 6 Capital One consistently offers great welcome bonuses on its miles-earning rewards cards. If you've earned a stash of Capital One Miles, you have the flexibility to redeem miles for any travel purchase or transfer to 19 different airline and hotel partners.
The 5 Best Credit Cards With No Annual Fee and 0% Introductory APR by Jess Farley and Ryan Smith March 21, 2025 67 Credit cards with a 0% introductory APR on purchases or balance transfers are a low-cost option for financing major purchases and offer an alternative to personal loans. But it’s essential to repay the balance on the card before the promotional interest rate expires. If not, you may wipe out any gains you’ve made. Which cards offer the best 0% introductory APR without charging an annual fee? Here are our favorites.
How To Extract Maximum Value From the Amex Hilton Surpass Card by Ryan Flanigan and Jess Farley January 9, 2025 5 The Hilton Surpass card is one of the few co-branded cards that provides outstanding value — even if you only spend a couple of nights a year with Hilton. With a valuable welcome offer, complimentary Gold Elite status, and a unique sweet spot for return on everyday spending, this card remains one of our top picks for hotel rewards.
Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card Review: Entry-Level Perks for No Annual Fee by Jenna Hansen June 6, 2025 85 The Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card is a solid option for casual Marriott travelers who want access to basic perks without paying an annual fee. In this post, we cover the benefits and application rules for Marriott's entry-level card to see if it's right for you.
The Best Credit Cards for Streaming Services in 2025 by Ashley Onadele June 5, 2025 1 Credit cards have great expanded their partner offerings, and one such move taps into the growing market for streaming services. The right credit card should earn bonus points or offer spending credits to offset your subscription costs. Here are the best credit cards for streaming services.
Benefits for Authorized Users on Rewards Credit Cards [2024] by Dan Miller January 15, 2024 36 Adding an authorized user to your rewards card can have huge benefits for you and the additional cardholder. It can be an excellent way to help someone with a limited credit history improve their FICO® score, and some of the best cards also make valuable benefits available to authorized users.
U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature® Card Review: Quality Earnings and an Attainable Bonus by Ryan Flanigan and Toni Southam November 19, 2024 2 The U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature® Card is a user-friendly option that comes with a generous welcome offer along with practical everyday spending categories. Travel purchases and fuel purchases — which include gas stations and electric vehicle charging — earn 4x points, and grocery purchases get 2x back. Is this the right card for you? Read our Altitude Connect review to find out more.
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