Credit Cards

One of the golden rules when earning miles and points is to maximize every purchase. That could mean using a shopping portal (online or in-store), buying gift cards at supermarkets or office …

I hold several hotel credit cards that offer a free night certificate every year after paying the annual fee. Recently, I did a full review of my cards with annual …

Picking which credit cards to have in your wallet is like building a wall. Some cards are the larger rocks that earn bonus points and perks in major categories, such …

If you’re earning Chase Ultimate Rewards® points with multiple cards but not combining them, you’re leaving serious value on the table. Whether you’ve racked up points with a Chase Freedom, …

We’ve been part of the Apple ecosystem since the very beginning — we’ve been using iPhones since the original one came out in 2007. Over the years, our house has …

Chances are, you have a credit card with an EMV chip in your wallet right now. In the United States, we like to think we lead the world in most …

We’ve always been more into points and planes than ships and sea days. But over time, cruising has started to grow on us. My wife Sharon’s enthusiasm tends to drop …

It’s renewal time for my American Express Platinum Card, which means it’s also time to evaluate whether the perks and statement credits justify the hefty $695 annual fee. We also …

In January 2025, JetBlue and Barclays introduced the JetBlue Premier Card, a new premium credit card aimed at loyal JetBlue travelers. Since I already have the JetBlue Plus Card, I …

It’s tax season—that time of year when some people scramble to file early in hopes of a refund, while the rest of us procrastinate, dreading the final bill. In the …