In 2021, the most expensive card in my wallet earned its keep with flying colors. So how did it do in 2022 - especially given all the traveling I did last year? I'll go over all of the juicy details in my Chase Sapphire Reserve 2023 review. … [Read more...] about Chase Sapphire Reserve 2023 Review
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My 2023 Card Strategy
As has been the case over the past few years, my overall collection of credit cards continues to decline. I don't think that trend will continue this year, as the mix of cards in my wallet should hold steady, but my spending strategy will be different this year. So let's cover my 2023 card strategy. … [Read more...] about My 2023 Card Strategy
Activate the Chase Freedom Q1 2023 Bonus Categories
The Chase Freedom Q4 2022 bonus categories ended up being surprisingly useful for me. So much so that it slipped my mind that the end was approaching and that it was now time to activate the Chase Freedom Q1 2023 bonus categories. … [Read more...] about Activate the Chase Freedom Q1 2023 Bonus Categories
Lyft Perks Return to Chase Cards!
When Chase upped the Sapphire Reserve's annual fee in 2020, they gave us some temporary Lyft benefits. It seems they made financial sense for them - or at least marketing sense - as Lyft perks return to Chase cards! … [Read more...] about Lyft Perks Return to Chase Cards!
Confirmed: Chase Credits Online Upgraded Boarding
Recently, Southwest Airlines made Upgraded Boarding available for purchase online. At the time, we weren't sure how that would work with one of their credit cards. Thankfully, we finally know that Chase credits online Upgraded Boarding purchases. … [Read more...] about Confirmed: Chase Credits Online Upgraded Boarding
HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
If, like me, you're a little disappointed by the Q4 2022 Chase Freedom Bonus categories, fear not. There's also a HUGE Rapid Rewards credit card spending bonus available for the same quarter, including at Amazon.com. … [Read more...] about HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
The New Marriott Credit Cards Are Blah
There have been rumors circulating for months about new plastics coming to Marriott Bonvoy. Well, they're finally here, and the new Marriott credit cards are blah. But that's not all. Some of the existing cards saw a revamp too, and not necessarily for the better. … [Read more...] about The New Marriott Credit Cards Are Blah
Register for the Chase Freedom Q4 2022 Bonus Categories
Geez. No joke, I didn't realize we were already halfway through September, meaning we're nearing the end of Q3 2022. Of course, that also means that it is now time to register for the Chase Freedom Q4 2022 bonus categories. Too bad they're a bit of a letdown this year. … [Read more...] about Register for the Chase Freedom Q4 2022 Bonus Categories
Chase Cards Get New Instacart Benefits
Not long ago, Chase offered free trials of Instacart+ - the premium membership of grocery delivery service Instacart. Now, it's back, and then some, as Chase cards get new Instacart benefits. … [Read more...] about Chase Cards Get New Instacart Benefits
Is The Sapphire Reserve Still Worth it in 2022?
It's been a while since I've reviewed Chase's groundbreaking card. Many competitors have come out since then, so I think it's fair to ask, is the Sapphire Reserve still worth it in 2022? I'm sure many will have opinions that differ from mine. … [Read more...] about Is The Sapphire Reserve Still Worth it in 2022?