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New Benefits, Higher Fees: All About the Southwest Airlines Credit Card Portfolio Overhaul

July 24, 2025 7

Change, change, and more change. That’s been the story for Southwest Airlines this year. And now, there’s more on the way. Southwest’s lineup of Chase-issued credit cards is getting a fairly major overhaul. In short, the changes boil down to “new and enhanced benefits” — accompanied by higher annual fees. Here are all the details.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Capital One Venture: Which $95 Annual Fee Card Is Better?

July 21, 2025 1

Both Capital One and Chase offer excellent mid-range cards: the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card. Each comes with a reasonable annual fee, solid bonus categories, and access to valuable transfer partners. So, which one is right for you? Let’s take a closer look.

Scott Sikes

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Our Guide to Escape Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them

July 20, 2025 4

The Escape Lounge network comprises a group of independent lounges, primarily located at smaller regional airports throughout the U.S., UK, and Australia. This lesser-known network is accessible to several cardholders, including those with Amex Platinum cards. While these aren't the most luxurious lounges, they offer a much needed respite when traveling.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Mastercard Plans to Enhance World and World Elite Card Benefits, Introduce a New World Legend Tier

July 18, 2025 0

Mastercard is rolling out new lifestyle benefits for many cardholders and introducing a new premium tier called World Legend, positioned above its existing World and World Elite card types. So, what do all these changes mean? Let's dig into the details.

Mark Jackson

How and When to Use Your Ritz-Carlton Club Level Upgrade Certificates

July 14, 2025 3

As one of the many perks of The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card, cardholders receive complimentary club-level upgrade certificates each year. In the right circumstances, they can help you enhance your next stay at an already premium property. Let's look at how to apply these certificates and when they might make sense to use.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Should You Get a Disney Credit Card or Debit Card? Here’s What I’ve Learned From Holding Both

July 14, 2025 1

Free park photo ops, resort discounts, and special designs featuring your favorite characters — Disney cards offer some fun perks. But are they worth getting? Here's what I found from carrying them myself.

Samantha Holland

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Credit Cards That Offer Free Food, Dining Credits, and Takeout Perks

July 13, 2025 16

In recent years, banks have added loads of dining perks for purchases at restaurants or on takeout and food delivery services to their credit cards. Find out which credit cards have perks for free food and how to maximize them.

Ashley Onadele & Senitra Horbrook

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How to Use the Platinum Card’s $300 Equinox Credit for Gym Memberships or Subscriptions

July 12, 2025 0

The American Express Platinum Card® cardholders receive several statement credits each year, and the $300 Equinox credit is one that many forget about. Here's everything you need to know about how to use the Platinum Card® Equinox credit, even if you don't live near an Equinox location.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

You Can Now Use Your Alaska Airlines Companion Fare on Hawaiian Airlines

July 10, 2025 1

Alaska’s "Famous Companion Fare" is famous for a reason. This lucrative benefit allows eligible Mileage Plan credit cardholders to purchase a round-trip ticket for a companion for $99 (plus taxes and fees) anywhere Alaska Airlines flies within North America. Traditionally, it’s only been valid on Alaska-operated flights, but now you can take it even further on Hawaiian Airlines.

Mark Jackson & JT Genter

Pay Less to Stream More: The Best Cards for Streaming Services

July 7, 2025 1

Credit cards have great expanded their partner offerings, and one such move taps into the growing market for streaming services. The right credit card should earn bonus points or offer spending credits to offset your subscription costs. Here are the best credit cards for streaming services.

Ashley Onadele & Carissa Rawson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Sapphire Reserve Business vs. Business Platinum: Which Card Offers Better Value for Your Business?

July 4, 2025 1

If you’re deciding on a premium business card, two great options are The Business Platinum Card® from American Express and the Sapphire Reserve for Business℠. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of their key benefits to help you choose the best fit for your business.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Review: Premium Benefits and a Path to Medallion Status

July 2, 2025 2

The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card commands a high annual fee. In return, it provides a suite of benefits that could be well worth it for the frequent Delta traveler. Here's what you need to know about Delta's premium consumer credit card to help you decide if it's right for you.

Ian Snyder & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Cardholders Get Early Access and More at EEEEEATSCON Chicago 2025

July 1, 2025 6

EEEEEATSCON Chicago 2025 is coming on August 23-24, and Chase Sapphire cardholders can score early access and a $10 cash back offer. If you have the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, you’ll also get complimentary bites and a drink. Plus, Sapphire Reserve cardholders have the option to purchase all-you-can-EEEEEAT tickets.

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From Elite Perks to Travel Credits: All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®

June 30, 2025 0

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers several valuable hotel benefits. These include an annual credit when booking through The Edit by Chase, VIP perks at Relais & Châteaux properties, a $300 annual travel credit, elevated earnings in the Chase Travel portal, and more. This article breaks down each of these perks so you can make the most of them.

Jenna Hansen & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Reserve New $300 Dining Credit: Where It Works — and Where It Doesn’t

June 28, 2025 4

The revamped Sapphire Reserve now includes up to $300 in annual dining credits at select restaurants. Credits are split into two $150 chunks and apply automatically when you dine at eligible spots. Here's how the benefit works, where you can use it, and what to know to make the most of this new perk.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

You Can Now Get an Uber One Membership With Your Delta Amex Card — Here’s How

June 27, 2025 8

American Express has introduced another “coupon” to some of its Delta co-branded cards. This perk offers monthly credits toward an Uber One membership. Fortunately, it’s easy to use and doesn’t come with a higher annual fee. Here’s how it works and which cards are eligible.

Cameron Laufer

5 Great Ways to Maximize the 125,000-Point Chase Sapphire Reserve® Welcome Offer

June 26, 2025 0

One of the best perks of signing up for a new rewards card is redeeming the points earned from the welcome bonus. In the case of the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, you can do a lot with the 125,000-point welcome offer. Here are five great ways to redeem those points.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Use the $100 Gift Card Credit on the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠

June 26, 2025 1

The new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ allows cardholders to earn thousands of dollars of value from statement credits and other benefits. Among the new credits is a $100 curated gift card credit for popular brands like lululemon, DoorDash, and Sephora. Here's what to know about the credit and how to use it.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How to Use the Chase Sapphire Reserve $300 Travel Credit — What Qualifies and What Doesn’t

June 26, 2025 81

One of the key features of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® is its annual $300 travel credit — a key component of offsetting the card's annual fee. Luckily, the credit is easy to use. Let us show you how it works and which purchases are covered.

Ryan Flanigan & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Should You Get the Chase Sapphire Reserve® or the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card?

June 25, 2025 0

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve® are both incredibly popular. It can be hard to decide which is the right fit for you. This post goes over all of the similarities and differences between the two, explaining when you should choose one over the other for your wallet.

Jenna Hansen & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Capital One Venture X vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which Card Deserves a Spot in Your Wallet?

June 24, 2025 4

Are you considering which premium travel credit to open? The Chase Sapphire Reserve®e and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card each has its own set of benefits and perks. This post goes over everything you need to know about these two cards, including recent updates, to help you decide which one is best for you.

Jenna Hansen & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

Bad News: Amex to Devalue the 35% Pay With Points Rebate This Fall

June 18, 2025 0

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express' 35% Pay with Points rebate for business and first-class flights booked with Amex Membership Rewards is set to change (read: be devalued) on September 18, 2025. Here's what Card Members need to know.

Cameron Laufer

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® Is Getting a Major Overhaul — Here’s What You’ll Get (and Lose)

June 17, 2025 9

The gauntlet’s been thrown. Details about the all-new Chase Sapphire Reserve® are out, and Chase is making a play for the best — and most expensive — premium rewards card on the market. There’s a lot to unpack, so let's get into what’s new with the Sapphire Reserve.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Save 15% on Delta SkyMiles Awards With a Delta Credit Card

June 17, 2025 2

If you have a Delta SkyMiles credit card, you can book Delta-operated award flights cheaper than anyone else. Thanks to the staple TakeOff 15 benefit that adorns almost every Delta American Express co-branded card, you can save 15% on Delta award tickets. While it may not seem like much, this perk can be the key to unlocking unparalleled savings on award bookings. Here's what cardholders need to know about the TakeOff 15 benefit.

Tyler Glatt & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Best Credit Cards for Rental Car Insurance [2026]

June 8, 2025 64

Primary car rental insurance is one of the unsung heroes of rewards credit card perks. It also provides piece of mind on trips. In this post, we make insurance easy to understand and cover the credit cards that provide the best coverage.

Jess Farley & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Spent Enough to Unlock a Brilliant Earned Choice Award? You Now Have a New Benefit Option

June 4, 2025 1

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is packed with benefits. Most of these you get automatically (or after enrollment), but one of the card's lesser-appreciated perks is the Brilliant Earned Choice Award benefit you unlock after making eligible purchases every calendar year. And this benefit just got a little better. Here's how.

Tyler Glatt

Amex Business Platinum Wireless Credit: How It Works and How to Use It

June 3, 2025 3

If you carry The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, there’s a practical perk that’s easy to overlook but worth taking advantage of. You can save up to $120 a year with the monthly wireless credit. Here’s what you need to know to enroll and maximize this benefit on your Amex Business Platinum card.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Offers: A Beginner’s Guide to Saving Money and Earning Bonus Points

June 3, 2025 40

Amex Offers are one of the most underrated benefits available to American Express cardmembers. If you like saving money and traveling for pennies on the dollar, it's time to take a closer look at how these promotions can put extra cash in your pocket and supercharge your Membership Rewards-earning strategy.

Patrick Stouffer & Mark Jackson

Premium Credit Card Perks That Make Family Travel Smoother (and Cheaper)

May 30, 2025 2

Premium credit cards may come with hefty annual fees, but they’re also packed with high-value perks that can elevate any family vacation. From annual statement credits to airport lounge access, the right benefits can make travel more comfortable, more convenient, and yes, even more affordable, despite the upfront cost. Here are the best premium credit card perks for families.

Ashley Onadele & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed

May 29, 2025 36

If you've ever rented a car, you've heard the spiel on purchasing insurance as part of the rental agreement. Fees can range anywhere from $10 to $50 per day. But your credit card might provide a complimentary Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance. Here's how to get proof of Collision Damage Waiver from your credit card so you aren't stuck paying for something you don't need.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

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