Last week, I covered the very mediocre "enhancements" coming to the Chase Sapphire cards, including their new earning structures. So, today, I want to cover how the Sapphire changes impact earnings with the cards in real-life usage. And, as you might imagine, the change is significant. … [Read more...] about How Sapphire Changes Impact Earnings
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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
The 2021 Sapphire Bonuses are Great for Hawaii Travel
As you've probably heard, Chase is currently offering amazing sign-up bonuses for its Sapphire cards. What's more, the 2021 Sapphire bonuses are great for Hawaii travel. Like, really great. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about The 2021 Sapphire Bonuses are Great for Hawaii Travel
Chase Adds Great New Perks for Sapphire Cards
As the global pandemic continues to impact our lives, credit card companies are getting creative. Case-in-point, Chase adds great new perks for Sapphire cards, albeit temporary ones. … [Read more...] about Chase Adds Great New Perks for Sapphire Cards
Protect Yourself When Traveling
Inclimate weather has been an increasingly common issue, which in turn causes many travel-related issues. But there are ways to protect yourself when traveling, or at least mitigate the impacts of weather. And best of all, most of you probably already have these coverages! … [Read more...] about Protect Yourself When Traveling
Chase Ultimate Rewards Adds JetBlue
Well, that was quick! Just after Korean Air SkyPass ceased being a transfer partner, Chase Ultimate Rewards adds JetBlue TrueBlue as one. But, obviously, TrueBlue is no replacement for SkyPass. … [Read more...] about Chase Ultimate Rewards Adds JetBlue
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
The Chase 5-24 Rule is Unfair
The Chase Sapphire Reserve is the most anticipated card product of the year. It's an outstanding product with killer benefits like 3x points on dining + travel, Priority Pass Select, Primary Auto Rental Collision Coverage, and more! However, Chase has this irritating little rule called the 5/24 rule. Basically, if you've opened 5 cards in the past 24 months, your request for … [Read more...] about The Chase 5-24 Rule is Unfair
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