How To Meet Minimum Spending Requirements on New Credit Cards by Ryan Smith June 5, 2024 50 There's a hesitation I see regularly about applying for travel rewards credit cards is about the minimum spending requirement to earn a welcome bonus. Some people feel the spending requirements are too high for their income levels. Others think that much spending sounds rash — as if it's a surefire way to get into credit card debt. Thankfully, there are ways to put spending on a new credit card without increasing your overall spending. Here are our tips on how to meet minimum spending requirements to earn a new bonus without busting your budget.
Citi ThankYou® Points: Best Ways To Earn and Use Them by Carissa Rawson and Brie Bash July 23, 2025 3 Citi ThankYou Rewards points are some of the most valuable you can earn, especially if you're willing to transfer them to partners. In this guide, we talk about earning and redeeming Citi points, plus other questions you may have.
How To Plan a Long-Term Credit Card Strategy by Carissa Rawson May 25, 2024 1 Crafting the perfect credit card portfolio is a long-term process, especially as your lifestyle changes and cards are updated. Let's take a look at some long-term strategies for success, including which how to decide which cards to get next and which to keep in your wallet for the long run.
How To Achieve Your Travel Goals Using Points and Miles in 2024 by Patrick Stouffer June 26, 2025 7 When it comes to travel, the biggest hurdle for most people is the cost. This is where points and miles can make a dream a reality. If you resolved to travel more in 2024 but are unsure how to make it happen, points and miles are the perfect vehicle to help you get there. Here's why we say that, including some step-by-step instructions on getting you to your next destination.
A Complete Guide to JetBlue’s TrueBlue Loyalty Program by Ian Snyder April 26, 2024 18 Last year, JetBlue revamped its Mosaic elite status earning requirements and Mosaic elite perks. Nearly everyone came out ahead in the revamped TrueBlue program, which expanded on simplicity with added rewards even for those without elite status. Here's everything you need to know about JetBlue TrueBlue.
Supercharge Your AwardWallet Account by Connecting Your Email by Samantha Holland March 29, 2024 3 Connecting your email account to AwardWallet will open up a whole new world of convenience and organization. It takes just minutes to set up, and once you do it, AwardWallet can provide more timely, detailed, and accurate information about your rewards and travel plans. Learn how to supercharge your AwardWallet account by securely connecting your email today.
Claiming Compensation for a Delayed, Overbooked, or Canceled Flight in the US and EU by Andrew George Bradshaw February 9, 2024 57 Flight delays and cancellations can be expensive and stressful. Fortunately, there are some protections in place to make sure you don’t get stuck with the bill when irregular operations force you to change your plans. If you know your rights, you can avoid worrying about covering extra costs out of pocket and make sure you extract the full compensation to which you’re entitled.
How To Get Targeted Credit Card Offers by Kennedy Miller and Jess Farley January 14, 2024 46 As credit card application restrictions evolve and bonuses become harder to come by, it’s essential we look past the most common methods of applying for cards to secure the best deals. An often-overlooked technique is to position yourself for targeted credit card offers. It isn't as hard as you think; just be prepared for a little "junk mail." Here are our best tips.
All About the Wyndham Rewards Loyalty Program by Dan Miller December 30, 2023 9 The Wyndham Rewards hotel loyalty program offers four different elite status levels and several ways to earn and redeem Wyndham points. Points are redeemed at three flat levels without dynamic pricing and can even be used at vacation homes. Here's everything you should know about this program.
How to Transfer Capital One Miles to Airline and Hotel Partners: A Step-By-Step Guide by Tyler Glatt December 27, 2023 0 The best way to extract maximum value from your Capital One Miles is to transfer them to one (or several) of Capital One's airline and hotel transfer partners. Thankfully, Capital One makes the transfer process pretty straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
How To Book an Award Flight: A Step-By-Step Guide by Tyler Glatt December 8, 2023 60 Like any skill, booking award flights requires a lot of practice before it becomes second nature. If you've never booked an award flight before — or think you're at risk of missing a step — this post is for you. Here's a step-by-step guide walking you through the entire process of booking an award flight.
How To Combine Transferable Points for a Big Award Redemption by Jenna Hansen and Jess Farley November 28, 2023 110 Holding points across a range of rewards programs allows you take advantage of award availability as it appears and also means you’re not locked into one program that doesn't have any seats available to the destination you want to visit. This article looks at which programs provide the best options for consolidating your points and miles to "add up" to your next great redemption.
Survey Says: Many People Rely on Credit Card Rewards, but Most Are Unhappy With Their Options by Ryan Smith November 6, 2023 1 A recent survey shows that increasing numbers of people are relying on rewards programs to help them in uncertain economic times. However, they're not very satisfied with their credit card rewards. We have a few ideas on how to address the chief frustrations listed in this survey.
Chase Offers: A Beginner’s Guide To Saving Money by Jenna Hansen October 15, 2023 35 Do you enjoy saving money? If you have any kind of banking relationship with Chase, then Chase Offers may be able to help you save on the purchases you make the most. Let us show you how to use Chase Offers to put money back in your pocket.
3 Powerful AwardWallet Tools To Maximize Your Rewards by Toni Southam and Erik Paquet October 10, 2023 3 AwardWallet offers loads of features beyond tracking your loyalty accounts. In fact, AwardWallet has a series of tools to help you maximize your points and miles earning by securely tracking each transaction you make, analyzing the information, and providing you feedback as to how you could boost your earnings.
How To Use the Chase Travel℠ Portal by Dan Miller October 8, 2023 61 The Chase Travel Portal makes it easy to find and book travel with your points at a fraction of the normal cost. For those without the time to spend hours searching for award availability and analyzing award charts, this may be the best way to get solid value from your Ultimate Rewards points. Check out our complete guide to booking with the Chase portal.
How To Track Credit Cards and Rewards by Ajay Jain October 5, 2023 1 In order to have a successful points and miles earning strategy, keeping track of your rewards and cards is essential and keeps you organized. Learn about how to track credit cards and rewards with apps, spreadsheets, and simple yet effective strategies.
How To Use Points and Miles at Hotels With No Rewards Program by Ryan Smith and Jess Farley September 25, 2023 47 In theory, redeeming hotel points for an upcoming stay is straightforward. But what if there aren't any hotels at your destination that participate in rewards programs — can you still pay with points? Let us teach you how to pay for lodging with points when you "can't pay with points" at that hotel.
Survey Says: Most Travelers Don’t Utilize This Key Tool For Maximizing Your Points by Ryan Smith August 26, 2023 1 We are big — BIG — fans of finding new ways to use our credit card rewards and redeem them for maximum value. It's kind of why we're here. But not everyone is us. In fact, a recent survey found that nearly three-fourths of travelers don't know about and don't use the most valuable tool for maximizing the value of their points. Let's change that.
How To Use AwardWallet To Track Free Night Awards, Room Upgrades & Other Perks by Jenna Hansen March 27, 2024 0 AwardWallet tracks more than just points and miles. Want to track gift cards or vouchers all in one spot? Are you overwhelmed trying to keep track of your hotel free night awards, upgrades, and other loyalty program rewards? Learn how to use AwardWallet to track all of these things and more in one place.
Elevating Your Car Rental Experience With Silvercar Premium Rewards by Joe Petrovic May 31, 2020 7 Sick of the typical rental car experience? I have found that Silvercar offers an elevated rental experience, and its Premium Rewards program is simple to use and can save you money. Plus you can now track your points right in AwardWallet! Here's what you need to know about Silvercar.
The Critical Points: If You Don’t Stack, You’re Wasting Money by Richard Kerr May 11, 2019 74 In the return of his weekly "The Critical Points" column, Richard Kerr demonstrates how you should stack different savings opportunities to avoid paying full price for any monthly purchase.
