Category Archives: Credit Cards

How to Make $135 by Taking a Cruise Vacation

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Brad Christensen

I know.  You clicked on this article because the title was too utterly intriguing to pass up – a little bit like the “one weird trick” that will turn your flab into washboard abs – though I can guarantee that … Continue reading →

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Travel While the Deal is Hot

Posted on September 11, 2012 by wpengine

When a blacksmith is working a piece of iron he must heat the iron up until it is red hot.  Once it is red hot he hits it with the hammer to shape the iron.  Once the iron has cooled … Continue reading →

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How to Meet Credit Card Spending Requirements

Posted on August 22, 2012 by wpengine

When I applied for my first credit card to acquire points and miles I was worried about meeting a $1500 spending limit and I had six months to do it.  Soon I learned that almost anything can be put on … Continue reading →

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US Bank FlexPerks 33,150, Alaska Airlines 40,000, and Marriott 50,000 is back

Posted on August 17, 2012 by wpengine

US Bank Flex Perks Visa Olympic Promotion US Bank FlexPerks is a mediocre set of bank points. They pale in comparison to the Ultimate Rewards that Chase has constructed. This offer is in conjunction with the Olympic Games, and the … Continue reading →

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Chase Ultimate Rewards Travel Partners

Posted on August 15, 2012 by wpengine

With all of the frenzy around Chase’s latest credit cards it is important for you to know how they work.  When Brad and I were at lunch the other day with a couple of friend we started explaining how the … Continue reading →

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Starwood SPG Credit Card Offer

Posted on August 7, 2012 by wpengine

We’ve posted time and time again about this card.  Here are a few great posts to review Using Credit Cards to Explore Europe First Time Using Starpoints Alpine Europe Starwood Review 1 Winter Getaway with Starwood Preferred Guest Cruise Connection … Continue reading →

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How to Get to Hawaii for Free

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Brad Christensen

Hawaii.  It has all of the allure of crystal blue water, pristine sandy beaches, and dense green jungles with none of the worry about foreign languages, currencies, and customs.  I think that’s why it is such a draw for so … Continue reading →

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