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    Understanding The Confusing Application Rules For Rewards Credit Cards

    by joeheg June 21, 2026
    by joeheg June 21, 2026

    When applying for travel rewards credit cards, the bonus is only part of the story. It’s easy to get distracted by a big welcome offer. Banks know that. They put …

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    Uber One Just Became More Useful For International Travel

    by joeheg June 5, 2026
    by joeheg June 5, 2026

    Uber One has always been one of those benefits that’s easy to forget about — especially if you have it because a credit card or promotion is covering the cost. …

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    The Truth About AMEX’s “Cancel For Any Reason” Flight Coverage

    by joeheg April 9, 2026
    by joeheg April 9, 2026

    American Express has a way to cancel a flight for any reason and still get some of your money back—but it’s more like “Cancel For Any Reason (lite)” than full-blown …

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    How to Use the Hilton Surpass $50 Credit When You’re Not Staying at a Hilton

    by joeheg January 31, 2026
    by joeheg January 31, 2026

    If you have the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card, one of the most valuable perks is also one of the easiest to waste: the up to $200 Hilton Statement …

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    The Credit Cards I Actually Used Most in 2025 (And What I’d Do Differently)

    by joeheg January 14, 2026
    by joeheg January 14, 2026

    It’s common to see posts about which credit cards are in someone’s wallet, offering a snapshot of their strategy and why they use each card. Some cards might serve niche …

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    My 2025 Resolution Was To Cancel 25% Of Our Annual-Fee Cards. Here’s How It Went.

    by joeheg January 12, 2026
    by joeheg January 12, 2026

    Back in January 2025, I did something I don’t usually do: I set a very specific, very measurable goal. Not “be better with money.” Not “simplify.” Not “stop opening shiny …

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  • Credit Cards

    Amex Upgrade Offers Explained: Bonuses, Pitfalls, and Real Examples

    by joeheg December 23, 2025
    by joeheg December 23, 2025

    One of the easiest ways to earn a big stash of points or miles is by grabbing a strong sign-up bonus. Apply, hit the minimum spend, collect the rewards, repeat …

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  • Credit Cards

    Why a Targeted Offer Made Me Reconsider the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant (and Its $650 Fee)

    by joeheg December 16, 2025
    by joeheg December 16, 2025

    I never thought I’d be considering the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant again. We ditched this card back in 2023, right around the time the annual fee jumped to $650. Not because …

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    Why AMEX Charges a Transfer Fee (And Other Banks Don’t)

    by joeheg December 7, 2025
    by joeheg December 7, 2025

    If you’ve ever transferred American Express Membership Rewards points to a U.S. airline frequent flyer program, you may have noticed an extra line item called the AMEX Excise Tax Offset …

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    Delta SkyMiles Amex Cards Offer a Choice: Metal or Recycled Plastic

    by joeheg December 5, 2025
    by joeheg December 5, 2025

    Delta made a splash in 2020 when it introduced metal credit cards for Delta SkyMiles Platinum and Reserve American Express cardholders. But honestly, I never understood the hype around metal …

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