Category Archives: Credit Cards

Newbie questions about almost-free travel

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Brad Christensen

A reader recently asked us these questions and we thought our response would make for a great post.  Here are the questions and our responses: 1) For a “newbie” like me, what are the top 3 or 4 cards you’d … Continue reading →

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Score any IHG Hotel for $49 EVERY Year

Posted on February 19, 2015 by wpengine

You’ve done it before.  You’ve skimped on the hotel room and purchased a room at the local Howard Johnson Inn for $49.  You were too cheap to rent the Holiday Inn Express down the road for $89.  The minute you … Continue reading →

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I Think This is the BEST Airline Credit Card……Do You Agree?

Posted on January 22, 2015 by wpengine

Sometimes choosing the best of anything can be difficult.  When people often ask about my favorite place I’ve ever visited, or my favorite trip, and I avoid the question by explaining that I have a favorite beach, waterfall, culinary trip, … Continue reading →

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Chase Ink Plus 70k Offer

Posted on October 9, 2014 by wpengine

It’s not everyday you see an offer this tempting.  Hitting a bonus of 25,000 miles gives me a little high.  Then, moving up to 40,000 puts me really up there, but hitting a bonus of 70k is like the ultimate … Continue reading →

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3 Easy Ways to Check Your Credit Score for Free

Posted on October 2, 2014 by wpengine

Checking you credit score historically has been tough.  Without paying $30/month for some lame subscription it used to be impossible.  Now there are 3 easy ways for you to check your credit score for free! 1. Check Your Credit Score … Continue reading →

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How to book your US Airways Companion Certificate

Posted on August 28, 2014 by wpengine

Hurray!  Your US Airways Companion Certificate has arrived!  You’re excited to book your trip, but you realize that the fine print on this thing is crammed on the page.  This thing has more rules than the English language, so buckle up … Continue reading →

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Don’t miss these increased bonuses on the Marriott and United cards

Posted on August 6, 2014 by wpengine

For a limited time offer you can get an increased bonus on two great Chase credit cards.  It seems like they only do these things but once a year, so if you’ve been looking at either the Chase United MileagePlus … Continue reading →

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