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    How to Avoid Rental Car Sales Tactics at the Counter

    by joeheg January 29, 2025
    by joeheg January 29, 2025

    When traveling, the place where you’ll find the most salesmanship is at the rental car counter. While the rental car companies offer you several add-ons while making your reservation, the …

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    How the AMEX Platinum Card Can Save You Money on Car Rentals

    by joeheg January 18, 2025
    by joeheg January 18, 2025

    If I had to describe my relationship with the American Express Platinum card, “it’s complicated” would be an understatement. For all its standout features—like unequaled lounge access and valuable travel …

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    Has Hertz Dropped Your President’s Circle Status? Here’s How to Reactivate It

    by joeheg January 7, 2025
    by joeheg January 7, 2025

    One of the lesser-known perks of having the Capital One Venture X credit card is the automatic upgrade to Hertz President’s Circle status. This is a top-tier status that would …

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    Returning Your Rental Car at Orlando Airport? Don’t Fill Your Gas Tank Here!

    by SharonKurheg January 5, 2025
    by SharonKurheg January 5, 2025

    Many visitors to Central Florida know that renting a car at Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the ultimate freedom. You have a vehicle at your disposal for the entirety of …

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    Timing Your Flights To Save Money On Your Rental Car

    by joeheg November 22, 2024
    by joeheg November 22, 2024

    Did you know that taking a different flight may save you money on your rental car? It can, thanks to how car rental companies calculate your final bill. Unlike hotels, …

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    Paying for Parking While Renting a Car? It’s Easy to Get Caught by This Scam

    by SharonKurheg November 21, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 21, 2024

    There’s an old saying that “a sucker is born every minute.” After watching people for the past ## years, I’m starting to think it’s true. Too many people fall for …

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    Should You Earn Rental Credits Or Frequent Flyer Miles For National Car Rentals?

    by joeheg November 21, 2024
    by joeheg November 21, 2024

    I’ve been a member of National Car Rental’s Emerald Club for over 25 years (Ugh, Really? 25 years?) (Note from Sharon – when did I marry such an old man? …

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    What To Do If You Lock Your Keys In Your Rental Car

    by SharonKurheg October 27, 2024
    by SharonKurheg October 27, 2024

    If you lock your keys in your car when you’re near home, you may come out relatively unscathed. Hopefully, someone else is either in or can get into your house, …

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    How To Easily Know What Side A Rental Car’s Gas Cap Is On

    by SharonKurheg October 19, 2024
    by SharonKurheg October 19, 2024

    Has this ever happened to you? You’re in a rental car and need to buy gasoline. You get to the gas station and…wait, what side is the gas cap on? …

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    8 Things You Probably Don’t Check On Your Rental Car, But Should

    by SharonKurheg October 15, 2024
    by SharonKurheg October 15, 2024

    When renting a car, most people have a mental checklist of things they look for. It probably includes making sure there aren’t any scratches or dings anywhere (and taking pictures …

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