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    Is Earning More Points Worth Giving Up Cell Phone Protection?

    by joeheg March 8, 2026
    by joeheg March 8, 2026

    Earning points on recurring charges, like your cell phone bill, is one of the easiest ways to build up rewards without changing your spending habits. Just set your monthly bill …

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    United TravelBank Isn’t Working For Amex Credits — But That’s Not The Real Story

    by joeheg February 18, 2026
    by joeheg February 18, 2026

    Over the past few days, several blogs have reported that buying United TravelBank funds may no longer trigger the American Express airline fee credit. The story picked up steam after …

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  • Lounges

    The First Sky Club Reset Is Here: What AMEX Platinum & Delta Reserve Cardholders Need to Know

    by joeheg January 24, 2026
    by joeheg January 24, 2026

    If you rely on an AMEX Platinum or Delta Reserve card to enjoy Delta Sky Club lounges, this year is different. As of February 1, 2025, unlimited Sky Club access …

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    Was the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card Worth It This Year? Here’s What We Got Out of It

    by joeheg October 10, 2025
    by joeheg October 10, 2025

    We 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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  • Credit Cards

    Unveiling the “Secret” Chase Priority Pass Digital Card

    by joeheg July 26, 2025
    by joeheg July 26, 2025

    On a visit to the Chase Sapphire Lounge at JFK, I made a mistake that could’ve kept us out of the lounge. Instead of bringing my Priority Pass card from …

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  • Points & Miles

    Maximize Your Hotel Points With This Simple Free Night Strategy

    by joeheg June 27, 2025
    by joeheg June 27, 2025

    If you’re part of a hotel loyalty program, you’ve probably spent a lot of time and effort earning points for free hotel stays. But knowing the value of your points …

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  • Credit Cards

    Fool Me Once: Don’t Lose Your $50 Saks AMEX Platinum Credit

    by joeheg June 22, 2025
    by joeheg June 22, 2025

    After a few years’ hiatus, I upgraded to the American Express Platinum card following a targeted offer. I knew from experience that for the move to make financial sense in …

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  • Credit Cards

    Should You Use the AMEX Platinum Card to Book Airfare?

    by joeheg May 4, 2025
    by joeheg May 4, 2025

    Did you know that the American Express Platinum card is one of the best options for earning the most points when paying for airfare directly with the airline? You can …

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  • Credit Cards

    I Thought My Wife Was Wasting Money on the AMEX Green Card. I Was Wrong.

    by joeheg April 24, 2025
    by joeheg April 24, 2025

    One of the things I’ve given my wife, Sharon, a hard time about since I started collecting points and miles was her insistence on keeping her American Express Green Card. …

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  • Lounges

    Flying First Class? You Might Still Be Shut Out of the Lounge

    by joeheg April 14, 2025
    by joeheg April 14, 2025

    You’ve just booked your first First Class flight using airline miles—nice work! You arrive at the airport feeling a little fancy, ready to enjoy all the perks you’ve heard about. …

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