Tag: Card Benefits

How the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ Card Improves the AAdvantage Business Program

March 10, 2024 7

American Airlines launched their new Business AAdvantage program late last year. Now that the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® waives the Business AAdvantage requirements. even more people can participate in the program in order to earn points, miles and status faster. Learn more about how to enroll if you're a new or current cardholder and other perks of this valuable business card.

Samantha Holland

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

How I Got $2,509 From My Atmos Ascent Visa Credit Card in the First Year

March 9, 2024 0

I consider Alaska Airlines miles especially valuable, so the welcome bonus on the Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® 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.

Ryan Smith

Reviewed by JT Genter

U.S. Bank Announces Changes to the Altitude Connect Card

March 7, 2024 1

We've got good news and bad news about the U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature® Card. Some benefits are going away, while others are being added. All of this is happening on September 9, 2024, so let's take a look at the changes to help you re-evaluate this card and whether it fits in your wallet going forward.

Ryan Smith

How I Got $78 Back in Under 8 Minutes Through the Capital One Travel Price Match Guarantee

February 18, 2024 0

The Capital One Travel portal offers a price match guarantee, letting travelers claim the price difference if they find a cheaper rate elsewhere. This week, I utilized this perk to get $78 back through a process that took less than 8 minutes. Here's what you need to know about the Capital One Travel price match perk.

JT Genter

American Express Shakes Up Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Lineup, Changing Perks and Fees

February 1, 2024 14

Throughout the past year, Delta Air Lines' infamous SkyMiles frequent flyer program has undergone a lot of change. SkyClub access, Medallion elite status qualification, MQDs — you name it. Almost everything has undergone some sort of overhaul. But now, there's more. Delta's American Express-issued credit card lineup is getting refreshed. From new and enhanced benefits to higher annual fees, here's everything you need to know about what's changing with the Delta credit card lineup.

Tyler Glatt

Our Favorite Unheralded Credit Card Perks

December 23, 2023 1

Credit card issuers do their best to entice customers to stick around with perks like elite status, statement credits, and bonus points on eligible categories of spending. But what about those lesser-known benefits? Who uses those, and where do they fit in? Let's find out.

Carissa Rawson

Capital One Venture and Spark Miles Cardholders To Lose Lounge Visits in 2025

December 12, 2023 1

It's never fun to lose a benefit on a credit card, and for some, the loss of this benefit might sting more than others. Once the calendar flips to 2025, Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles for Business cardholders won't receive their annual allotment of complimentary visits to Capital One or Plaza Premium Lounges. Here's what cardholders need to know.

Tyler Glatt

Using Hilton Credit Card Spending for Elite Status

November 2, 2023 0

Hilton Honors elite status is an easy way to make your next Hilton stay a lot more rewarding. For a lengthy list of perk-related reasons, including complimentary breakfast and room upgrades, elite status is a valuable tool to have in your back pocket. Here's how to earn Gold or Diamond status with credit card spending.

Tyler Glatt

Amex Adds Perks, Cuts Priority Pass, Increases Annual Fees on Two Hilton Credit Cards

October 19, 2023 9

American Express just announced changes to two of its most popular Hilton credit cards. In exchange for increased annual fees and the loss of Priority Pass benefits, cardholders can now earn more points on U.S. online retail purchases, additional free night certificates with less spend, and get new statement credits. Here are the just-released details.

Carissa Rawson

What Is the Credit Card Competition Act, and Why Should You Care?

September 22, 2023 3

The Credit Card Competition Act purports to reduce fees on credit card purchases, saying businesses will save money and then reduce prices — leading to savings for consumers. History tells us this isn't true. So what is this legislation, how does it relate to credit card rewards, why should you care? These are the latest developments.

Ryan Smith & JT Genter

An Improved Priority Pass Policy on the U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card

September 17, 2023 2

The U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card isn't one of the easiest cards to get, due to some strict application rules. The lucky ones who have it are now even luckier. Let's take a look at the changes now available on the Altitude Reserve and what this improved Priority Pass lounge access policy means for you.

Carissa Rawson

Ouch: Changes to The Platinum Card® from American Express Are Mostly Bad

August 17, 2023 4

Bad news if you have — or were planning to apply for — the American Express Platinum Card® from just made some changes to the card, and another change is coming soon. And there's no way to sugarcoat this: The changes are mostly bad.

Ryan Smith

The 3 Credit Cards That Earn a Place in My Everyday Wallet

July 31, 2023 0

With many premium credit cards on the market, it can be tough to determine which ones earn the most points for your everyday spending habits. For young career professionals, find out which three credit cards we suggest for your everyday wallet to help you accumulate points and miles quickly for flight and hotel award redemptions.

Ajay Jain

Chase Freedom Unlimited Card® to Replace the Chase Starbucks Visa Card

April 13, 2023 1

Chase has reached out to its Starbucks Rewards™ Visa® Card holders, informing them that the card will be coming to an end later this year. From July 20, 2023, cardholders will be transitioned to the Chase Freedom Unlimited® card.

Sam Helmy

American Express Drops Centurion Lounge Guest Access for Platinum Cardholders

February 1, 2023 42

Centurion Lounge guest access for the American Express Platinum Card® cardholders is set to change. Effective February 2023, Platinum Card® cardholders now have to pay to bring non-cardholders with them into Centurion Lounges.

Max Prosperi

Capital One Adds 10% Cashback on Uber, Free Uber One Membership, Plus PRIOR Benefits

November 15, 2022 0

Capital One just announced that it's introducing several new benefits to multiple cards across its network. Highlights of the new benefits include a free Uber One membership and unlimited 10% back on Uber and Uber Eats for the Savor-branded cards. Plus Capital One Venture X cardholders now get luxury travel guide and access through PRIOR.

Sam Helmy

Southwest Raises Requirements for Companion Pass, Program Changes

October 23, 2022 4

Southwest Airlines has implemented changes to the Rapid Rewards program, including increasing the requirements for Companion Pass, a Rapid Rewards cardholder bonus, etc. Here are the changes that took effect on January 1, 2023.

Skye Class

Discharged: Be Careful Which Credit Card You Use When Renting a Tesla

July 26, 2022 6

On a readthrough of the Chase Sapphire Preferred Guide to Benefits, something caught our eye: The card's rental car protections don't cover Tesla car rentals. Here's an overview of all of the rental car coverage exclusions of the Sapphire Preferred and which card you should use if you are going to rent a Tesla.

JT Genter

Capital One Adds Plaza Premium Lounge Access for Select Cardmembers

June 19, 2022 1

This week, Capital One announced that cardholders of select Capital One Venture-branded and Spark Miles cards will now be able to access Plaza Premium lounges when traveling through select airports. Here's what you need to know about the access policy.

Sam Helmy