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    I’m Done Chasing Chase Ultimate Rewards (For Now)

    by joeheg December 29, 2025
    by joeheg December 29, 2025

    There are a lot of reasons to collect transferable points. For me, there’s really only one that matters: When I find award space, I want to be able to move …

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  • Credit Cards

    This AMEX Offer Actually Made Me Stop and Look Twice

    by joeheg October 6, 2025
    by joeheg October 6, 2025

    Most of the time, AMEX Offers are small wins — things like 20% back at Shake Shack (up to $8). It’s a nice little perk, basically free money that helps …

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  • Points & Miles

    Trapped in the Phantom Zone: Navigating the Perils of Award Flight Bookings

    by joeheg July 27, 2025
    by joeheg July 27, 2025

    Booking flights with points can feel like unlocking a secret travel hack—until it doesn’t. If you’ve ever found the perfect award flight only to discover it’s not actually bookable, you’ve …

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  • Credit Cards

    The Best Two-Card Strategy to Maximize Travel Rewards

    by joeheg May 24, 2025
    by joeheg May 24, 2025

    When people who have been collecting points and miles for years, or decades, talk to those getting started, they often overlook how things we take for granted are totally new …

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  • Points & Miles

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Using a Shopping Portal

    by joeheg May 3, 2025
    by joeheg May 3, 2025

    As someone who’s always looking for ways to maximize the number of miles and points I earn, I’ve learned that there are multiple strategies to rack up rewards with every …

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  • Credit Cards

    Best AMEX Card to Add Authorized User for Points Transfers

    by joeheg April 11, 2025
    by joeheg April 11, 2025

    American Express only allows cardholders to transfer Membership Rewards to partner accounts of authorized users, and those authorized users need to have been added at least 90 days ago. What …

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  • Cruises

    What’s The Best Credit Card To Use For A Cruise?

    by joeheg April 5, 2025
    by joeheg April 5, 2025

    If you’re planning a cruise, there’s more to consider than just the itinerary, cabin type, or excursions—you also want to think strategically about how you pay for it. That’s because …

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  • Credit Cards

    Maximize Your Chase Points: Combine and Redeem Like a Pro

    by joeheg April 2, 2025
    by joeheg April 2, 2025

    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, …

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  • Points & Miles

    Which Frequent Flyer Program Has the Most Airline Partners?

    by joeheg January 16, 2025
    by joeheg January 16, 2025

    Imagine a frequent flyer program that opens the doors to nearly every corner of the globe, offering unmatched flexibility when putting together an itinerary and the most partner airlines. Whether …

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  • Points & Miles

    The Most Useful Hotel Points Out There

    by joeheg November 7, 2024
    by joeheg November 7, 2024

    When booking a hotel, you have many choices. Why choose one over another? It could be location, price, or reviews. Another factor comes into play if you’re into points and …

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