When American Express refreshed the personal Platinum Card, they added several new statement credits to help justify the $895 annual fee. One nice perk for existing cardholders was that these …
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For years, my go-to card for international travel was the Chase Sapphire Reserve. But after canceling it earlier this year—well before the annual-fee increase and upcoming category changes—I had to …
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Was the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card Worth It This Year? Here’s What We Got Out of It
by joehegby joehegWe just paid the $450 annual fee for another year of the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card. Since this card isn’t open for new applications and can only be obtained through a …
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If you’ve been in the points and miles game for a while, you know there’s a special kind of thrill that comes with stacking rewards. Earning miles for spending with …
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Most of the time, AMEX Offers are small wins — things like 20% back at Shake Shack (up to $8). It’s a nice little perk, basically free money that helps …
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Why the American Express Blue Business Plus Still Deserves a Spot in My Wallet
by joehegby joehegI’ve had the American Express Blue Business Plus for several years now, and it’s still one of the most quietly powerful cards in my wallet. It’s a rare no-annual-fee card …
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Some Credit Card Companies Still Want You to Tell Them When You’re Traveling — Here’s What to Know.
by joehegby joehegYears ago, calling your bank before a trip was essential — especially if you were heading overseas. Otherwise, your first souvenir might’ve been a frozen account and a long-distance call …
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Why I Canceled My Barclays Aviator AA Card — And Should You Do the Same?
by joehegby joehegAs part of my 2025 resolution to cancel 25% of my credit cards, I am trimming down my annual fee cards that no longer make sense. The Barclays AAdvantage Aviator Red …
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Discover’s Q4 5% Categories Are Live — And They’re Perfect for Holiday Spending
by joehegby joehegDiscover’s final 5% Cashback Bonus categories for the year are now live, and Q4 2025 sticks with a familiar (but very rewarding) theme: Amazon.com and Drug Stores. If you’re planning …
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When booking Delta flights, it’s easy to forget about one of the best perks that comes with a Delta co-branded American Express card: TakeOff 15. This benefit gives eligible cardholders …