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From Gas Discounts to Whoppers: 6 Wacky Amex Platinum Perks You Might Not Know About

February 25, 2026 0

At AwardWallet, our focus is on helping readers extract maximum value from their cards, not just from the headline benefits, but from the lesser-known opportunities that often fly under the radar. With that in mind, we took a closer look at the indirect perks available to American Express Platinum Card® members. Here’s how to stretch your Platinum Card even further.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Earn up to 100,000 Miles and Bonus PQP With Elevated United MileagePlus Card Offers

February 24, 2026 4

If you're in the market for a United MileagePlus credit card, now’s an ideal time to apply. We’re seeing elevated offers across most of the lineup, with bonuses of up to 100,000 miles and up to 3,000 PQP after meeting the minimum spending requirements. Here's an overview of these offers and how to apply.

Tyler Glatt & Ryan Smith

Reviewed by Jess Farley

Everything To Know About the Amex Welcome Offer Eligibility Tool

February 21, 2026 3

Hoping to take advantage of a lucrative welcome offer from American Express? You might not be eligible for that amazing bonus. Luckily, you can use the Amex welcome offer eligibility tool to find out if you're eligible before submitting the application. Here's everything you need to know about this eligibility tool.

Harrison Pierce & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Priority Credit Card Review: Earn 4X Points, Free Bag, Free Seats, Priority Boarding, And More

February 21, 2026 45

Southwest Airlines offers three personal credit cards with varying benefits and annual fees. Sitting at the top of the bunch is the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card. While its $229 annual fee might sound intimidating, we'll show how the Southwest Priority Card's benefits more than make up for its cost.

Dan Miller & Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Gabriela Milton

Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card: Earn Southwest Points For a Low Annual Fee

February 18, 2026 36

The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card is one of three personal Southwest credit cards, and it's the one with the lowest annual fee. Here's what you should know about it, so you can decide if the Southwest Plus Card is the right Southwest card for you.

Dan Miller & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Add Authorized Users to Your Card Accounts — and Get Bonus Points or Miles on These Cards

February 17, 2026 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, and — on select credit cards — scoring bonus points for adding an authorized user to your account.

Samantha Holland & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Bilt Palladium Card Review: A Unique High-End Credit Card With Solid Benefits

February 14, 2026 0

Bilt's new premium credit card has arrived, and there are some compelling reasons to consider it. For one, the Bilt Palladium card offers simple 2X earning on all purchases, plus 4% back in Bilt points. The card offers some good reasons to consider the card for your purchases and housing payments.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Current 100k+ Welcome Bonuses: The Biggest Credit Card Offers Right Now (Amex, Chase, and More)

February 14, 2026 39

Big welcome bonuses can supercharge your travel rewards — and this post rounds up the best offers currently available, each offering 100,000 points or more. Whether you're eyeing flexible points, airline miles, or hotel rewards, these offers could be your ticket to a luxury trip or bucket-list experience. Bookmark this page to stay updated on the biggest bonuses in the market.

Ryan Smith & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Jess Farley

Capital One Venture X vs. Capital One Venture X Business: Side-by-Side Comparison

February 13, 2026 2

Both the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One Venture X Business boast similar earnings, identical annual fees, and the same transfer partners. So, which one stands out? Dive into our detailed comparison to determine the perfect fit for your wallet and spending habits.

Carissa Rawson & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Best Cards for Amazon Purchases — Earn up to 6% Cash Back or 2X Transferable Points

February 12, 2026 2

If you're shopping on Amazon, you might as well use the right credit card to maximize your earnings. Options exist for extra points or putting cash back in your pocket. Whatever type of rewards you're looking for, using the right payment method can help you maximize the Amazon deals you've found and provide extra earnings.

Ryan Smith & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Capital One Venture X Authorized User Benefits, Costs, and How to Add Users to Your Card

February 11, 2026 6

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card lets you add up to four authorized users for free. Each authorized user can access most of the same benefits as the primary cardholder. Here’s a look at the benefits authorized users get at no cost, plus the ones that now require an additional fee.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Best Co-Brand Credit Card for Each Hotel Loyalty Program: Perks and Why They're Worth Getting

February 10, 2026 108

Hotel rewards cards are the most cost-effective way of scoring free stays and elite status benefits at major hotel chains. There are plenty of good options, so we've picked our favorites based on their welcome bonus, earning potential, and the benefits you get just for holding the card.

Samantha Holland & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Save up to $600 per Year on British Airways Avios Fuel Surcharges

February 9, 2026 49

The British Airways Visa Signature® Card offers up to $200 per flight (up to $600 per year) to cover fees and surcharges on eligible Avios award bookings. This benefit is can be quite valuable when you consider the hefty carrier-imposed surcharges that accompany Avios redemptions with British Airways. Here's how this benefit works.

Dan Miller & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Upgrade Triple Cash Rewards Visa Card Review: 3% Cash Back in Unique Categories, No Annual Fee

February 7, 2026 0

The Upgrade Triple Cash Rewards Visa® earns 3% cash back on home, auto, and health purchases and 1% back on all other purchases. But because of how the card's credit limits work, it isn't right for everyone. Here's how to decide if it's right for you.

Ashley Onadele & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How to Use Capital One Venture Miles for Maximum Value: Transfers, Offsetting Purchases, and More

February 6, 2026 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 different airline and hotel partners. Here are some of our favorite ways to redeem them for maximum value.

Dan Miller & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Blue Business Cash Card Review: 2% Cash Back With No Annual Fee

February 5, 2026 32

The American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card offers one of the best cashback rates of any business card we've reviewed, plus it has a standout introductory APR offer. Here's everything you should know about this no-annual-fee card.

Senitra Horbrook & Jess Farley

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

New United℠ Business Card Offer: Earn 100,000 Bonus MileagePlus Miles and 2,000 PQP

February 4, 2026 1

United just launched a new welcome offer on the United℠ Business Card — and it's a good one. New applicants can earn 100,000 bonus miles and 2,000 PQP after meeting the minimum spending requirements. Here's why now's the ideal time to apply.

Jess Farley & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Easy Ways to Check Your Chase 5/24 Status for Free

February 4, 2026 76

Chase’s 5/24 rule is one of the strictest and most well-known credit card application restrictions. However, Chase doesn’t officially publish the rule or tell you what your current 5/24 status is. Here are the best free ways to check where you stand.

Brie Bash & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Our Favorite Cash Back Credit Cards and Their Current Welcome Bonuses

February 2, 2026 0

Cash-back credit cards are an essential ingredient for a well-balanced rewards strategy. Earning cash back gives you the ultimate flexibility and makes it easy to plan around a fixed return on spending. Here are the best cash-back credit card offers available right now.

Ryan Flanigan & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Delta Platinum Amex Card Review: Great Delta Travel Benefits That Offset the Annual Fee

January 31, 2026 30

The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card presents substantial value for cardmembers who can take advantage of the perks and benefits the card offers. However, the annual fee is a turn-off to some, and you'll need to regularly use the card's benefits to justify it. Our full review can help you decide if this is the right card for you.

Ian Snyder & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Credit Card Offer History: Best-Ever Offers and When You Should Apply

January 30, 2026 2

Chase issues some of the best credit cards. But what differentiates a good offer on one of these cards from a fantastic one? Here's a comprehensive look at the best-ever offers on Chase credit cards and when it makes sense to apply, based on offers we've seen in the past.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn up to 5 Free Night Awards With the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card

January 30, 2026 0

The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card is offering up to 5 Free Night Awards after meeting the minimum spending requirements — which you get a full six months to do. This is in addition to benefits such as Gold Elite status, bonus elite night credits toward higher status, and a Free Night Award each year. Let's take a look at this offer.

Carissa Rawson & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Earn up to 125,000 SkyMiles With These Elevated Delta Amex Card Offers

January 29, 2026 0

If you’ve been waiting for a chance to boost your SkyMiles balance, here it is! American Express just enhanced the welcome offers on six Delta Amex cards, with elevated bonuses on both personal and business products of up to 125,000 bonus SkyMiles. Here's how to apply.

Tyler Glatt & Ryan Smith

Reviewed by JT Genter

Amex Blue Business Plus Card Review: Earn 2x Membership Rewards Points, Pay No Annual Fee

January 28, 2026 34

The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express is one of the most rewarding business cards available. While you won't find a ton of benefits on the card, it has one of the best earning structures — plus access to Amex's hotel and airline transfer partners. Here's what to know about it and how to apply.

Senitra Horbrook & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

All About the New Avelo Airlines World Elite Mastercard: Welcome Bonus, Bag Perks, and More

January 28, 2026 2

Avelo Airlines fans, we’ve got good news! In partnership with Cardless (a fintech card issuer) Avelo Airlines launched its first co-brand credit card: the Avelo Airlines World Elite Mastercard. It’s a surprisingly solid product and worth a look if you regularly fly Avelo and travel with a carry-on bag. Here's what to know.

Tyler Glatt

The Best Credit Cards With No Annual Fee and 0% Introductory APR

January 26, 2026 68

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 which cards offer the best 0% introductory APR without charging an annual fee? Here are our favorites.

Jess Farley & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

What Is Considered a ‘Fair’ Credit Score — and How to Improve It

January 25, 2026 0

A fair credit score does not shut you out of points and miles forever, but it can limit approvals and card options. This guide explains what fair credit means, why scores get stuck, and the most effective ways to improve so you can qualify for better rewards cards.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Capital One Venture Rewards Card Review: Quality Benefits and 2X on Every Purchase for a $95 Annual Fee

January 24, 2026 1

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a great fit for anyone who likes having a super-easy option to redeem rewards at a fair value. This card earns 2X miles on every dollar spent and has two great ways to redeem: Use miles to pay yourself back for any travel purchase, or choose from several Capital One transfer partners to squeeze even more value out of every mile.

Senitra Horbrook & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by JT Genter

Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card Worth Its $795 Annual Fee in 2026?

January 23, 2026 123

Deciding whether the Chase Sapphire Reserve®⁠ is worth its annual fee can be a complicated decision. In short, the answer will vary depending on your circumstances. Let's take a look at the value of these perks to help you decide.

Andrew Kunesh & Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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