There’s a long-standing rumor that Jerry Seinfeld was the inspiration behind the American Express Centurion Card, better known as the “Black Card.” Jerry doesn’t deny the rumor. In fact, he …
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Delta offers several credit cards through its partnership with American Express. The Platinum Delta cards are third in the four-card lineup. The Delta AMEX Platinum cards have a considerable annual …
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There’s one important rule when it comes to setting goals: you have to know when to reevaluate them. At the beginning of 2025, I made it a priority to cut …
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Credit Cards I Didn’t Get Because They Were Too Difficult to Bother With
by joehegby joehegI’ve been around long enough to know about some of the lesser-known credit cards—the ones that aren’t splashed all over TV commercials or banner ads, but quietly deliver serious value. …
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Every now and then, your credit card issuer might surprise you with a special offer to earn extra rewards. These spending incentives are a clever way to get you to …
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The Ritz-Carlton Credit Card’s $300 Travel Credit: What Works (and What Doesn’t)
by joehegby joehegWe’ve had the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card for several years now. One of its most valuable perks is the $300 annual travel credit. But if you’ve never used it before, or …
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Chase has notified cardholders of the personal and business versions of the World of Hyatt Credit Card about an upcoming change that will remove a hidden bonus category. While many …
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The Ultimate Guide to the Marriott Bonvoy Business Card from American Express
by joehegby joehegMarriott Bonvoy offers several different credit cards. It can get confusing because both American Express and Chase offer cards that earn points in the Bonvoy program. However, the products don’t …
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Citi Strata vs. Custom Cash: Which Is Better for the Citi Trifecta?
by joehegby joehegWhen I wrote about the Citi Trifecta, one of our readers made a smart observation: instead of adding the new Citi Strata card to round out the setup, why not …
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Capital One Trimmed Venture X Lounge Access—Here’s How You Can Still Come Out Ahead
by joehegby joehegThe Venture X used to offer one of the most generous lounge access policies among travel rewards cards; arguably too generous. But starting February 1, 2026, that story changes. Capital …