Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Card Review: Free Test Drive, Fair Benefits by Mark Jackson and Jess Farley May 9, 2024 8 The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® offers travelers a free checked bag, preferred boarding, and the chance to earn AAdvantage elite status just from spending on the card. Plus, the card is currently offering a solid sign-up bonus of 80,000 bonus miles and a waived annual fee for the first year. Here's our full review to help you decide if it's a good addition to your rewards portfolio.
Qatar Airways and Cardless Launch 2 Credit Cards. Here’s All the Info. by Tyler Glatt May 7, 2024 0 Nearly a month ago, Qatar Airways and Cardless teased the launch of two Privilege Club credit cards for U.S. applicants — due to debut in May 2024. This announcement was undoubtedly a big deal for Avios collectors and Qatar Airways flyers. And true to schedule, Qatar Airways' two Cardless credit cards are now open for applications. Here's everything you need to know about the Qatar Airways Privilege Club Visa Infinite Credit Card and the Qatar Airways Privilege Club Visa Signature Credit Card.
Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Worth It? by Lindsay Daul May 6, 2024 0 The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is a popular card for good reason. The card packs in a lot of value, including a generous sign-up bonus, travel protections, and is part of one of the most versatile rewards programs available. Most cardholders, like myself, find the $95 annual fee justifiable. Here's why I think the Chase Sapphire Preferred is worth it year after year.
Chase Slate Edge℠ Credit Card Review: A Solid Card for Building Credit by Ashley Onadele February 6, 2025 0 If you're looking for a card with a lengthy introductory APR period to help you finance large purchases or avoid interest while paying down debt, the Chase Slate Edge℠ could be it. You won't earn any rewards on purchases, but that might be a fair tradeoff to avoid expensive interest payments or pay off large purchases over time. The card also rewards you for developing healthy credit habits. Does that make the Chase Slate Edge a good addition to your wallet? Read our full review to find out more.
Best Hotel Credit Cards With No Annual Fee in 2025 by Ryan Smith and Tyler Glatt July 16, 2025 34 Hotel credit cards can offer many perks: automatic elite status, free night certificates, elevated earning rates at hotels in that program, etc. However, the fanciest perks are typically attached to credit cards with expensive annual fees. Looking at the other end of the spectrum, there are hotel credit cards with no annual fee. What do they offer? Should you add one to your wallet? Let's find out.
Earn 75,000 Bonus Avios With British Airways, Aer Lingus & Iberia by Ryan Smith June 9, 2025 41 The three Chase credit cards that earn Avios points are offering enticing welcome bonuses. Avios points use a unique pricing system that makes them a great choice for short, direct flights. Here's our full breakdown of the British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus card benefits to help you decide if one of them is right for you.
Does Being an Authorized User Affect Your Credit? by Samantha Holland April 30, 2024 0 It's tempting to add people as authorized users to credit cards, but does being an authorized user affect your credit negatively? Do authorized users build credit? We're investigating a couple ways that being added to someone's credit card as an authorized user might affect your credit — for better or worse.
Do Any Credit Cards Provide Top-Tier Hotel Elite Status? by Mark Jackson April 30, 2024 10 Earning elite status with a hotel program can be both tough and expensive. It's possible to achieve mid-tier hotel status with credit cards quite easily. But what about top-tier elite status: Can you get that from credit cards? Here's an overview of the cards that offer top-tier elite status and other credit card shortcuts to elite status.
AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee by Jenna Hansen April 27, 2024 0 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.
The Top Hotels for Using Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card Free Nights by Miguel Rueda and Brie Bash April 23, 2024 78 Multiple Marriott credit cards provide free night awards automatically on your account anniversary each year. Here, we look at maximizing these awards with some of our top picks for redeeming your free nights, no matter how many points they're worth.
Why I’m Considering Applying for the Mastercard® Black Card™ by Carissa Rawson April 23, 2024 1 Everyone is sleeping on the Mastercard® Black Card™, but I'm halfway convinced to apply for an account. This is thanks to its Priority Pass membership, which grants cardholders and their guests unlimited visits to lounges and restaurants alike. That's unheard of in the world of ever-reducing benefits. Am I crazy, or is this card worth holding?
Chase Freedom Flex Card Review: A Worthy Addition to Your Chase Card Lineup by Ashley Onadele and JT Genter June 10, 2025 89 The Chase Freedom Flex℠ is a strong earner in the Ultimate Rewards family of cards. It offers many of the best benefits of the Chase Freedom® and the Chase Freedom Unlimited® — including no annual fee and generous spending categories. In addition, the Freedom Flex comes with a unique set of benefits, from complimentary cell phone protection to savings with Lyft and DoorDash.
Which Credit Cards Offer Lost or Damaged Luggage Protection? by Ryan Smith May 27, 2025 35 If you’re one of the unlucky millions finding yourself sans-bag when you arrive at your destination, the knowledge you paid with a credit card featuring lost luggage reimbursement can take the sting out of an unfortunate situation. We break down the differences in policies to help you know what is and isn't covered.
How To Get and Maximize the Hilton Fifth Night Free Benefit by Jenna Hansen April 16, 2024 137 Hilton Honors fifth-night-free benefit is a great perk of this award program. It's a little more complex than the name implies, however, but nearly anyone can access this benefit. Here's how to get and maximize this valuable benefit.
Capital One Venture X Business vs. The Business Platinum Card® from American Express by Carissa Rawson July 1, 2025 0 Both the Capital One Venture X Business and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express offer premium benefits for business owners, but which one is better? With differing annual fees and a range of benefits, one is definitely better than the other.
Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card Review: Modest Perks With No Annual Fee by Dan Miller April 15, 2024 0 The Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card can be a great option to score tons of Wyndham Rewards points — along with a 10% discount on award stays as well as complimentary Wyndham Gold status — all for no annual fee. Should you add this card to your wallet? Read our detailed review to find out.
The Best Rewards Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees by Jess Farley April 13, 2024 53 If you travel internationally, there is a nasty little fee that gets added to every transaction if you pay with the wrong credit card. Fortunately, with a little knowledge and planning, you can avoid foreign transaction fees and earn rewards on every purchase abroad. These are the best credit cards without foreign transaction fees, so pack one of these for your next trip.
Reader Question: How To Get Rental Car Liability Insurance by Dan Miller April 12, 2024 1 While many credit cards offer rental car insurance, they often don't offer rental car liability insurance. Make sure you have a plan for liability insurance before you drive away from the car rental agency. Here's a look at what you need to know about this coverage for your next trip.
Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card Review: A Few Key Perks for a Modest Fee by Dan Miller April 12, 2024 0 If you often stay at Wyndham hotels or Vacasa vacation rentals, the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card can be a great option to add to your wallet. It comes with a 10% discount on award stays as well as complimentary Wyndham Platinum status and anniversary bonus points. Is this the card for you?
Which Credit Cards Have the Best Flight Delay Insurance? [2024] by Ryan Smith April 10, 2024 91 Almost every rewards card features ancillary benefits ranging from purchase protection and extended warranty coverage to roadside assistance and a slew of different travel insurance perks. One of the most valuable (and widely used) of these benefits is trip delay reimbursement, which can cover your expenses in the event of a delayed or canceled flight.
Mastercard Adds Additional Benefits to Consumer and Small Business Credit Cards by Tyler Glatt April 8, 2024 0 There's more to your Mastercard than meets the eye, courtesy of several benefits available to consumer and small business cardholders. And yes, these perks come alongside those stated in your cardholder agreement. Even better, Mastercard announced new benefits focusing on health and wellness, travel, and lifestyle rewards. Here's a look at what's new.
What Is Chase Pay Over Time and How Does It Work? by Tyler Glatt and Ryan Smith April 1, 2024 0 Chase Pay Over Time is a fixed payments option with Chase that can allow you to pay off larger credit card purchases over time. Today, we'll take a look at what this is, how it works, and the pros and cons. That way, you can make the right decision on whether or not to use it on your credit cards.
Here’s When Your Hilton Credit Card Is Losing Its Priority Pass Benefit by Tyler Glatt April 3, 2025 0 Hilton's shakeup of its American Express-issued credit card lineup is resulting in the loss of select benefits, including complimentary Priority Pass airport lounge access. Depending on when you enrolled in the benefit, your Priority Pass access will disappear this year if it hasn't already. Here's the exact date your card will no longer grant you access to Priority Pass lounges.
The 8 Best Airline Credit Cards With Annual Fees Below $100 by Jenna Hansen March 26, 2024 0 Airline credit cards can be a valuable tool in a traveler's pocket. They often come with benefits like free checked bags, discounts on in-flight purchases, elevated earnings on your spending, and more. We know you may not want to pay a large annual fee for these benefits, so we've gathered our favorite cards with annual fees under $100.
These 12 Credit Cards Earn Transferable Points With No Annual Fee by Samantha Holland July 23, 2025 0 You don't have to pay credit card annual fees to earn transferable rewards. Even better, some cards provide access to transfer partners without needing to pair with another card to make it happen. Learn about 12 credit cards that offer transferable points (plus other perks) without charging an annual fee.
The Best Credit Cards for Extended Warranty Coverage by Ryan Smith May 27, 2025 76 The majority of rewards cards provide a host of ancillary benefits, outside of points and miles, that can have a significant impact on which card you use for each purchase. Here, we’re shining a light on extended warranty policies offered by major credit providers and highlighting the best rewards cards to use when making a purchase.
DoorDash Rewards Mastercard Card Review: Extra Earnings but Unimpressive Perks by Ashley Onadele February 6, 2025 0 The DoorDash Rewards Mastercard® may seem ideal for DoorDash and Caviar fans who want convenience and bonus cash back on their orders. However, there are other ways to earn cash back on food delivery and some limitations to the offerings on this card. Do the pros outweigh the cons? Read our full review to find out if this card is right for you.
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.
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