Capital One has added what I call the “Family Rule” to the Venture line of credit cards — similar to what we’ve started seeing from other issuers. Like American Express, …
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Credit Cards
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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When it comes to booking a hotel, you’d think it would be simple: pick the hotel you want and book it. But these days, that’s far from the case. With …
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When venturing abroad, it’s essential to have some of the local currency on hand. But did you know that using your ATM card outside the US can result in extra …
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Credit Cards
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 …
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Credit Cards
Credit Card Shutdowns Are More Common Than You Think, Just Ask This Capital One Customer
by joehegby joehegHaving your credit card account shut down with no warning is the kind of financial gut punch no one wants. Yet for a growing number of Capital One customers, that’s …
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Points & Miles
Capital One’s 5,000 Point Transfer Bonus to JetBlue Is Already Dead
by joehegby joehegIf you snooze, you lose. That’s the reality in the travel loyalty game, where the best deals don’t wait around. Sometimes, it’s a rock-bottom award ticket that disappears before you …
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One of the big perks of having a premium travel credit card is the travel protection it provides, like trip delay insurance. Travel delays and cancellations are a part of …
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Discover just did something I’ve never seen before. I’ve had my Discover card for decades, and the only offers I ever get are for balance transfers—boring. But this time, they …
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There was a time, not too long ago, when breaking even with a travel rewards card was the goal. Let me explain. The ability to earn points with your purchases …