Credit Cards

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 …

When American Express added a monthly credit for a Walmart+ subscription to the Platinum Card® from American Express, I didn’t understand what they were going for. It felt like an …

I originally wrote this post in 2019, and then updated it in 2020, when airlines and hotels were practically giving away elite status due to the pandemic. Back then, I …

At least once a year, it’s a good idea to take stock of the credit cards in your wallet. Are you still using each one for the reason you signed …

Picking which credit cards to have in your wallet is like building a wall. Some cards are the larger rocks that earn bonus points and perks in major categories, such …

Chances are, you have a credit card with an EMV chip in your wallet right now. In the United States, we like to think we lead the world in most …

We’ve always been more into points and planes than ships and sea days. But over time, cruising has started to grow on us. My wife Sharon’s enthusiasm tends to drop …

It’s tax season—that time of year when some people scramble to file early in hopes of a refund, while the rest of us procrastinate, dreading the final bill. In the …

When your American Express credit card anniversary date is approaching, you need to consider the annual fee. Is the card worth keeping? Even if it was a good decision before, …

If you earn travel loyalty points using credit cards, knowing which card to use for each purchase is essential to maximize your rewards. But keeping up with the right card …