I typically recommend focusing on flexible points, like Chase Ultimate Rewards® or American Express Membership Rewards®, before venturing into the world of co-branded hotel or airline cards. Flexible points cards, like the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, are great for beginners and give many options for using your points. <All information about the Chase Sapphire Preferred® […]

Earning points and miles is the easy part. You jump on the best offers, or you follow a planned strategy, or you refer friends and family to cards to boost your points stash. There are so many ways to earn points. The harder part? Actually using them to book an award trip. It feels scary […]

It’s always a bummer when you get denied for a credit card. It happens to the best of us. Sometimes there’s a valid reason, and sometimes it’s something that can be fixed and turned around. So, let’s go over best practices and what to do next if you’re denied for a credit card. Find out […]

Traveling internationally is exciting, but it can also take some intentional preparation. Here are 10 essential tips to help you travel better and enjoy every moment of your trip abroad. 1. Check Your Passport’s Validity Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned travel dates. Many countries enforce this […]

While I truly believe that credit card annual fees are often worth it, I know many people are looking for cards without them. Here are my top recommendations for cards with no annual fee. Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card This card is marketed as a cash-back card but it actually earns my favorite points – […]

The Southwest + Hyatt combo is a beginner-friendly, easily repeatable way to take multiple trips every year for a fraction of the cost. Let’s go over how to take advantage of this dynamic duo. What are Southwest and Hyatt? Southwest is a U.S.-based airline that flies to 117 destinations within the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean, […]