Credit Cards

Before every trip, one of the last things I do is go through our wallets, because bringing the wrong credit cards can mean missed perks, extra fees, or unnecessary hassle …

I just don’t get the metal credit card trend. Maybe it’s because I’m not out to impress anyone with the credit card I’m using. For me, credit cards are a …

If you travel internationally and pay attention to your credit card statements, you might notice something odd. The same purchase in a foreign currency can show up as slightly different amounts …

American Express Membership Rewards has a long list of transfer partners. But I don’t rank these based on theory. I rank them based on reality — the programs I’ve actually …

One of the “perks” of an expensive car repair is that it’s a pretty easy way to generate a big chunk of credit card spend. I don’t mean I want …

A declined card in Italy turned into a feel-good Olympic moment — but it also highlights a common travel problem most people aren’t prepared for. Having a credit card declined …

When I first saw it, I figured this was just another “credit card perk” flex. FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets — early access, just for Chase Sapphire cardmembers. Coming soon. …

For months, the Barclays-to-Citi American Airlines transition has been one of those slow-motion stories where everyone knew what was coming… but nobody could say exactly how it would land. Now …

A simple gratuity error during a specialty dining experience on a Royal Caribbean cruise temporarily resulted in a nearly $100,000 charge—and left a couple without usable credit for the rest …

It’s been a while since I’ve written a pure “What’s in our wallets” post. Last year’s version was intentionally different. Instead of constantly shuffling cards, the focus was on hitting …