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    You Can Only Pick One Lyft Rewards Partner: Here’s the Best Choice for 2026

    by joeheg February 7, 2026
    by joeheg February 7, 2026

    If you use Lyft even a few times a month — or just occasionally when you travel — you’ve probably noticed something: the rewards side keeps shifting. And in 2026, …

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    Airline Miles 101: How to Join the Major Frequent Flyer Programs

    by joeheg January 25, 2026
    by joeheg January 25, 2026

    You should always sign up for airline frequent flyer programs. First of all, it’s free. In addition, having your information on file with the airline saves time when making a …

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    Do Airline Miles Expire? U.S. Expiration Policies by Program

    by joeheg January 17, 2026
    by joeheg January 17, 2026

    Airlines have dramatically changed their policies on the expiration of loyalty program points. Previously, almost every plan required some activity in your account to keep your points active. There’s been …

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    How To Change the Name on Your Frequent Flyer Accounts

    by joeheg January 3, 2026
    by joeheg January 3, 2026

    If you fly even occasionally, it’s worth creating a frequent flyer account with each airline you use. Not only does it store your info for faster bookings, but it also …

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  • Credit Cards

    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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    What You Need to Do to Buy Food & Drinks On United Flights

    by joeheg July 20, 2025
    by joeheg July 20, 2025

    When you’re on a flight and want something to eat or drink, you typically have a few choices: You’ve brought something with you and can eat it whenever you want …

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    Pooling Miles Can Provide Nasty Surprises if You’re Not Careful

    by SharonKurheg March 10, 2025
    by SharonKurheg March 10, 2025

    The concept of pooling frequent flyer miles began a few years ago. Depending on the program, you can combine your miles with those of family and/or friends into a joint …

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  • Credit Cards

    United Quest Card: Is It Worth the Upgrade from the Explorer?

    by joeheg January 12, 2025
    by joeheg January 12, 2025

    When it comes to the line of United MileagePlus co-brand credit cards from Chase, the names are a little confusing. The entry-level card (which I’ll call the “gold” level) is …

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  • Credit Cards

    United Explorer Card Review: Is It Worth the Annual Fee?

    by joeheg December 28, 2024
    by joeheg December 28, 2024

    The United Explorer card is a fantastic tool for leveling up your travel game, offering perks similar to those enjoyed by frequent flyers with status. While I’m not one to …

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  • Points & Miles

    Are Black Friday Loyalty Point Sales Worth It?

    by joeheg November 29, 2024
    by joeheg November 29, 2024

    Black Friday is here, bringing a frenzy of sales from nearly every retailer imaginable. Once a one-day affair, Black Friday has evolved into a week-long (or longer) sales extravaganza, seamlessly …

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