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Bank transfer bonuses are promotions offered by banks that allow you to transfer your credit card points to a travel partner and get an additional bonus. Typically, points transfer at a 1:1 ratio (with a few exceptions). However, with a transfer bonus, you get a certain percentage more. For example, if you transfer 10,000 bank […]

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Credit card welcome offers are the fastest way to earn a ton of points with relatively little spending. I never worry about running out of cards because there are always new offers to be found. Here are the current best ones. Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (NEW OFFER!) The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is my number […]

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The Southwest Companion Pass is a valuable travel benefit that lets a designated companion fly free (excluding taxes and fees) with a Rapid Rewards member on all Southwest flights. It effectively doubles the value of your points and makes travel more affordable. Let’s go over everything you need to know so you can get BOGO […]

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Navigating the world of credit card rewards can feel like a lot, but with the right strategy, it can also be incredibly rewarding – literally. There are various points and miles programs, but Chase Ultimate Rewards® is my favorite. Whether you’re new to points and miles or an experienced traveler, understanding how to earn, maximize, […]

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I recently returned from a girls trip to London with my best friend. We left our nine children at home and had a wonderful time enjoying everything London has to offer. Even better, there was no whining about tired legs or boring museums. To top it off, we spent a whopping $360 per person on […]

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My favorite points and miles card for beginners, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, has a standard offer of 75,000 points. If you and a spouse or travel partner both open this card, you’ll have over 150,000 amazing flexible points to work with. So, once you have that huge stash of points, what exactly can you […]

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