When we decided to take a 15-day road trip through the Southwest, we knew we wanted to make the most of our travel budget. The good news? We were able…
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Credit Cards
My Favorite AMEX Offer Is Back: Up to 10% Cashback on Cable & Internet Bills
by joehegby joehegIf you have an American Express card and don’t take advantage of AMEX Offers, you may be leaving hundreds of dollars a year on the table. AMEX Offers are targeted…
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While we’re not in the habit of chasing hotel elite status, having even a basic level of status can come with undeniable perks—like free premium Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, or simply…
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Spending $15,000 to earn a free night certificate might sound like a hefty commitment, but when that certificate has no blackout dates, resort fees, or weekend-only restrictions, it becomes a…
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Credit Cards
Why I Switched from the Citi Prestige to the Double Cash (and What I Learned)
by joehegby joehegAfter deciding not to keep the Citi Prestige® Card, I had three options: try for a retention offer, downgrade to a no-annual-fee card, or cancel the card entirely. Retention Offer…
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Earning points and miles seems easy, right? A few hacks, a few swipes, and you’re rolling in rewards. But here’s the harsh truth: without common sense, your “easy wins” could…
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After earning a free night certificate for spending $15,000 on my World of Hyatt Visa, I learned a few lessons that weren’t immediately obvious. Despite hitting the required spending threshold…
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One of the things I appreciate most about American Express is their AMEX Offers. Unlike promotions from other credit cards, which can be difficult to redeem or of little value,…
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We’ve entered October, which means different things for different people. For Halloween fans, it’s their favorite time of the year. It’s prime time for sports fans, with football getting into…
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Points & Miles
The Challenges and Rewards of Booking Miles and Points as a Couple
by joehegby joehegSharon and I have been traveling with miles and points for probably close to twenty years. Over the years, Sharon has had to learn that I’ll randomly bring up some…