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How To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points — And Which Options Offer the Best Value
How To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points — And Which Options Offer the Best Value
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Have Amex points and wondering what to do with them? From luxurious business class flights to poor-value gift cards, not all redemptions are created equal. This guide breaks down the best (and worst) ways to redeem your American Express Membership Rewards points—including sweet spots with ANA, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, and more — so you can get the most value from every point.

Ian SnyderCameron Laufer
Ian Snyder & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

40% Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus From Amex Membership Rewards
40% Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus From Amex Membership Rewards
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American Express just launched a new 40% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. You have until December 31, 2025 to get 40% bonus points when transferring Amex Membership Rewards points to Flying Club. This unlocks value on everything from short Delta domestic flights to flying business or first class to Japan! Here's a breakdown of when you might want to transfer Amex points to Flying Club during this bonus.

Sam HelmyJT Genter
Sam Helmy & JT Genter
Best Ways to Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points for U.S. Domestic Flights (From 3k Points!)
Best Ways to Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points for U.S. Domestic Flights (From 3k Points!)
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American Express Membership Rewards are a notoriously powerful, transferable, loyalty currency. With generous category bonuses and periodic transfer bonuses, it isn’t hard to rack up Amex points. However, it can be difficult determining how to maximize Membership Rewards for simple U.S. domestic award flights. Thankfully by leveraging various airline alliances and partners, there are sweet spots for domestic travel.

JT Genter
JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

I Pay $2,724 a Year in Credit Card Annual Fees and Come Out Way Ahead on Benefits — Here’s How
I Pay $2,724 a Year in Credit Card Annual Fees and Come Out Way Ahead on Benefits — Here’s How
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I pay $2,724 in credit card annual fees each year. If that sounds like a lot, it is. However, I get much more value from holding these cards. I earn more than $3,000 in easy-to-use statement credits. If I'm a bit more savvy, I could earn another $2,000 in statement credits. Plus, I earn several points per dollar on my purchases, and can take advantage of many other benefits. Here's a breakdown of why this makes sense for my situation — and what changes I'm considering making.

Harrison Pierce
Harrison Pierce
American Express Business Platinum Card Review: Are the New Benefits Worth the Higher Annual Fee?
American Express Business Platinum Card Review: Are the New Benefits Worth the Higher Annual Fee?
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The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is a premium business card that commands a high annual fee but offers tons of value through lounge access, hotel and car rental elite status, over $3,500 in annual credits, travel protections, and even cell phone insurance. Check out our detailed review of the card, covering the welcome offer, earning rates, travel perks, and the array of credits that can save you lots of money. These will help you decide if the card is right for you.

Ian SnyderHarrison Pierce
Ian Snyder & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Maximize Your Platinum Card®: Which Benefits You Need to Enroll In
Maximize Your Platinum Card®: Which Benefits You Need to Enroll In
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The American Express Platinum Card® offers substantial benefits in exchange for a high annual fee. Several cardholder benefits, like the Priority Pass Select membership, digital entertainment credit, and airline fee credit require enrollment. If you forget to enroll, you leave money on the table. Here's which benefits require enrollment and how to enroll.

Harrison PierceTyler Glatt
Harrison Pierce & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Allie Johnson