The Schwab Amex Platinum Let’s You Cash Out Your Points for 1.10 Cents Apiece

One of the downsides to American Express Membership Rewards points is the inability to simply cash them out for a decent value. Sure, you can get a statement credit, but the value is a mere .60 cents per point, which clearly isn’t worth it. You can also get an Amex gift card, but the value… Continue reading The Schwab Amex Platinum Let’s You Cash Out Your Points for 1.10 Cents Apiece

Get $600+ in Amazon Gift Cards with the Southwest Credit Card

Sometimes the right credit card isn’t so obvious. Sometimes you think a card isn’t for you, when in fact, it’s the perfect fit. One example comes to mind…well, two or three if you count the multiple versions of the card. I’m referring to the Southwest credit cards from Chase, which currently offer 60,000 points if… Continue reading Get $600+ in Amazon Gift Cards with the Southwest Credit Card

You Can Now Only Have One Chase Sapphire Credit Card at a Time

It appears Chase has added a new restriction to their growing list of credit card rules, this time limiting how many Chase Sapphire cards you can hold at any given time. Specifically, the card issuer is now limiting new applicants to one Chase Sapphire card total. In other words, if you already have Chase Sapphire… Continue reading You Can Now Only Have One Chase Sapphire Credit Card at a Time

When Will the Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus Post to My Account?

Credit card Q&A: “When will the credit card sign-up bonus post to my account?” These days, mega credit card sign-up bonuses are all the rage, but one question I get a lot is when the bonus points (or cash) will actually post to the account? It’s a good question because I know folks are anxious… Continue reading When Will the Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus Post to My Account?

Credit Card Price Protection Actually Works, Seriously

Credit cards are filled with all sorts of benefits, including things like car insurance and travel credits, along with extended warranty and price protection, but the average cardholder probably never bothers to use them. Most are likely drawn to a particular card for its large sign-up bonus, or perhaps the cash back earning capabilities, or… Continue reading Credit Card Price Protection Actually Works, Seriously

Just a Few More Days to Snag a Credit Card Triple Dip

Ever heard of a “credit card triple dip?” While it might take on several meanings, the one I’m referring to takes advantage of calendar-year benefits. What Is a Credit Card Triple Dip? In a nutshell, you can get up to three calendar year benefits while paying only a single annual fee. For example, the Chase… Continue reading Just a Few More Days to Snag a Credit Card Triple Dip

Should I Add an Authorized User to My Credit Card Account?

Credit card Q&A: “Should I add an authorized user to my credit card account?” These days, credit card companies are constantly urging us to add an authorized user. In fact, they’re even incentivizing us to do, offering 5,000 bonus points in many cases. For example, Chase Sapphire Preferred card holders can get an additional 5,000… Continue reading Should I Add an Authorized User to My Credit Card Account?

Chase Ultimate Rewards Points vs. Amex Membership Rewards

If you’re in the market for a new rewards credit card, you’ve probably compared options from Chase and American Express, as they offer the biggest sign-up bonuses out there. But their rewards points are very different, so you can’t just say one is offering more points and is therefore the better option. Instead, you need… Continue reading Chase Ultimate Rewards Points vs. Amex Membership Rewards