I have been a United Airlines MileagePlus Explorer cardholder for a very long time, seven years to be exact. The card used to be the #1 one in my wallet until I…
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Chase Automatically Extends Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Benefit
I have written in the past about Chase and American Express waiving fees for active duty military members. They are some of the most generous benefits as it…
How to Expedite Your Global Entry Interview?
A few years ago, I signed up for Global Entry through my Citi Prestige card. In addition to the $250 airline credit and complimentary 4th (consecutive) night stay at a hotel…
American Express Flexible Payment Option
One of the things that I like about the American Express Platinum card is not one of the many benefits, but the requirement that the bill is paid in full each month. This requirement is…
OMG: What to do When You Lose Your Wallet
This past Saturday, I made the two hour drive to Oklahoma City to visit one of my best friends whom I had not seen in eight months. We went to Norman to…
IHG Changes Anniversary Free Night Benefit
Yesterday, I received a letter from Chase announcing changes to the Anniversary Free Night on the IHG Rewards Credit Card. The changes will be implemented on…
Earn 20,000 American Express Membership Rewards Points by Adding Authorized Users
I have been an American Express cardholder for a few months. In that time, I have fallen in love with the company. The benefits of the American Express Platinum card are amazing…
Chase and American Express Waive Credit Card Fees for Active Duty Military Members
One of my first posts on this blog was about the credit cards that I have in my wallet. I am constantly looking at ways to save a few bucks or earn more airline…
I Experienced Questionable Fraud Verification from JPMorgan Chase
A few days ago, I received the following text from Chase’s fraud department…
United Sent Me a Terrible Bonus Miles Offer
Earlier today I received a targeted mileage bonus offer from United Airlines’ MileagePlus. Â The ‘bonus’ would be 2,500 miles after I spend…
Arrived: New Metal Citi Prestige Card
In July, I received an email from Citi stating that I would be receiving a new metallic card soon. Â Well ‘soon’ turned into two and a half months.
I Finally Received my Points from American Express
Today, I checked my American Express account and was shocked to see that the points had finally been deposited.
Where are My American Express Membership Rewards Points?!
Last month, I applied for and was instantly approved for the American Express Platinum card. Â The benefits that the card offers are among the best in the reward points/miles game. Â American Express makes applying for this card a no-brainer for…
IHG Accelerate Promotion
IHG: Intercontinental Hotel Group (Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Hotel Indigo, etc) IHG Rewards Club is running another Accelerate promotion. The promotion will run through December 31st.  The promotion offers 1,000 points for the first stay.  Members who complete all offers will receive…
Update: American Express Active Military Benefits
Some links to credit cards and other products may earn a referral commission. Furthermore, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For full advertising disclosure, click here. About a week and a half ago, I wrote about the American…