What's old is new again. Chase improves the Marriott Boundless card by bringing back an old benefit of the Marriott Premier card while also sweetening its points earning potential. But do these changes make a compelling difference? … [Read more...] about Chase Improves the Marriott Boundless Card
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Chase Extends DoorDash Benefits
During the pandemic, Chase sought to make its cards more appealing via enhanced convenience benefits. One of these core benefits is its various DoorDash benefits. And though they were to expire this year, Chase extends DoorDash benefits on all existing cards! … [Read more...] about Chase Extends DoorDash Benefits
My 2022 Credit Card Strategy
My wallet has seen a lot of changes as of late. I've been more open to closing cards and have given a few the ax. Add that to changing priorities and my 2022 credit card strategy promises to be at least a little different than last year's. … [Read more...] about My 2022 Credit Card Strategy
I Paid $1082 in Annual Fees in 2021
This year, I continued to evaluate my wallet to determine what cards are worth keeping and which ones aren't. And as my needs and preferences continue to change, so does my mix of cards. So let's talk about why I paid $1082 in annual fees in 2021. … [Read more...] about I Paid $1082 in Annual Fees in 2021
Activate Your Chase Freedom Q1 2022 Bonus
Honestly, I didn't realize that next week is already Christmas. That means we've only got two weeks left in the year! This means that it's time now to activate your Chase Freedom Q1 2022 bonus. … [Read more...] about Activate Your Chase Freedom Q1 2022 Bonus
The Capital One Venture X Isn’t For Me
The blogosphere has been abuzz about the newest premium travel card to hit the market - the Venture X. And while it certainly sounds like a great card, the Capital One Venture X isn't for me. … [Read more...] about The Capital One Venture X Isn’t For Me
I Canceled My Amex Gold Card
Lately, I've been trying to slash my annual fee expenses as much as possible. After all, even if a card is a great product, it doesn't mean I can justify the cost of having it. That's why I canceled my Amex Gold card last week. … [Read more...] about I Canceled My Amex Gold Card
New Chase Freedom Flex Top Spend Bonus
Perhaps Chase is feeling the competitive pressure from other banks like Citi? Whatever the case, there's a new Chase Freedom Flex top spend bonus offer now live for all cardholders. Better yet, you don't even need to activate this new offer if you have already activated your quarterly bonus! … [Read more...] about New Chase Freedom Flex Top Spend Bonus
Get Instacart Express Free with Chase
Chase is doubling down on its free premium services offerings. Already, select Chase cards provide free Lyft Pink and DoorDash Dash Pass memberships. But, now, you can even get Instacart Express free with Chase! … [Read more...] about Get Instacart Express Free with Chase
Half-Hearted Sapphire Enhancements On the Way
When the Chase Sapphire cards came out, they were revolutionary products. But, in the years since, other products have launched, while others got refreshes that gave the Sapphire duo a run for their money. Sadly, Chase hasn't done much to keep them competitive. In fact, half-hearted Sapphire enhancements are on the way soon. … [Read more...] about Half-Hearted Sapphire Enhancements On the Way