We're midway through 2018, and much has changed. So let's take a look at my 2018 credit card strategy 2.0. … [Read more...] about My 2018 Credit Card Strategy 2.0
Chase Credit Cards
Shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with Other Cards
Did you know that you can shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with other cards? Yes, you don't have to use an Ultimate Rewards Card to earn your bonus points! … [Read more...] about Shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with Other Cards
Finally a Marriott Visa Certificate Reservation!
I haven't been able to use my Marriott Visa free night in years. However, finally, a Marriott Visa certificate reservation has become possible for me! But... … [Read more...] about Finally a Marriott Visa Certificate Reservation!
Not All Merchant Categories are Created Equal
Recently I've discovered that not all merchant categories are created equal. And what's even more confusing is the fact that this can happen with cards from the same issuer. … [Read more...] about Not All Merchant Categories are Created Equal
Starbucks Rewards Visa
Yesterday, Starbucks and Chase announced the new Starbucks Rewards Visa credit card. So here's what you need to know about the new card. … [Read more...] about Starbucks Rewards Visa
My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
It's been a while since I did a credit card post, though not much has changed since then. But, here's my credit card strategy for 2018. … [Read more...] about My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Marriott and Starwood's merger closed over a year ago, but details on a combined loyalty program remain scarce. But now we know a little more: Amex and Chase to issue Marriott credit cards going forward. … [Read more...] about Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Chase Adjusts UltimateRewards Dining Earnings
Chase has made a change to the Sapphire Reserve. No, benefits haven't change so far, a change to UltimateRewards earning rates have changed. Chase adjusts UltimateRewards dining earnings a little. Rather than being broadly defined, with just about any dining establishment earning 3x points, they've decided to narrow the category down a little. According to Dan's … [Read more...] about Chase Adjusts UltimateRewards Dining Earnings
What’s in My Wallet July 2016
I've said it before, and I said it again, my points and miles strategies differ somewhat from many other bloggers. I don't travel for work, nor do I have much disposable income to throw around. Because of this, I primarily earn miles to redeem for free travel and don't focus much on earning elite status. … [Read more...] about What’s in My Wallet July 2016
Costco Switchover Day
Today is the long awaited day. It's Costco switchover day! Beginning today, Costco official begins accepts of Visa credit cards. As you may remember, in a surprising turn of events Citi purchased the Costco portfolio from Amex. This stunning blow cost Amex 10% of its entire portfolio. Amex not only lost exclusive rights to Costco, but all of the cardholder accounts were … [Read more...] about Costco Switchover Day