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A credit card transaction is such an easy way to spend money. Just swipe, buy, and deal with the credit card bill in a month or so. But do you ever think about how much more money you spend when…

If you love the outdoors but don’t want to squat behind a tree when nature calls, then glamping is the perfect alternative for you! Besides proper bathroom facilities, luxury glamping can offer air conditioning, kitchens, and private outdoor hot tubs….

With credit card companies raking in a whopping $12 billion in late fees in 2020 alone,¹ we started wondering: what types of purchases are people putting on their credit cards? The allure of a credit card can be difficult to…

There is nothing more wholesome than gathering with friends and family for a backyard pool party. One person mans the grill, one makes the strawberry daiquiris, and one is on sunscreen duty. As the weather warms up and we’re in…

Whether you’ve worked in the food industry or not, friendly service is always appreciated. There’s even an unwritten rule about tipping: the better the service, the more generous your tip. The income of many who work as servers or bartenders…

The dreaded pre-9 a.m. flight: many of us aren’t strangers to it, and even if you make early morning flights regularly, does it ever truly get easier? If you’re like the majority of frequent flyers, one of the only things…

How early you’re supposed to get to the airport before a flight is something people have argued about for years. On the one hand, nobody wants to miss their flight, but on the other, it’s almost equally unappealing to sit…

We’ve compared the Discover Cash Back card to another popular card:

Spring is approaching rapidly, and the highlight of the season for many young college students is a spring break trip! But figuring out where to go for spring break can be a challenge in and of itself. Many stay in…

Road trip snacks: Many agree they’re a necessity for any drive that’s longer than an hour or 2. Passengers are often passionate about what they eat during road trips, and a lot of people stick with the same snacks for…

Credit cards, debit cards, cash, and digital wallets are just a few of the ways consumers can pay for items in 2023. These are all great options, but which payment option is the most popular in the U.S.? In this…

If you keep up with the Winter Olympics, chances are there’s at least 1 specific athlete or event that you make an effort to follow. Whether it’s Shaun White, the U.S. men’s hockey team, or figure skating in general, lots…

As travel is beginning to boom again, airlines have run into snags caused by labor shortages, vaccine and mask mandates, weather, and other various factors. This inspired us to look into which airlines have the best and worst customer service…

Purchasing tickets for air travel always comes with risks and unforeseen circumstances, such as stormy weather conditions and flight cancellations. In fact, Southwest and American have made headlines recently for canceling thousands of flights at the last minute, citing air…

Credit cards can be a potent financial tool when used correctly. They allow users to build credit, earn points, and open doors for vacations and rewards that would not be possible without them. However, if credit cards have a dark…

Fraud is happening all over the States. Every time we shop online, save our details, post on social media or click on a link, we’re sharing our personal information in a way that criminals can see. And if those criminals are…

Step aside, Dunkin’: America runs on gasoline. As one of the largest countries in the world, biking doesn’t always cut it when it comes to commuting. Whether you’re a couch-obsessed homebody or an adventurer that thrives on the open road,…

Winner Announced! We are excited to announce the winner for the Upgraded Points Dream Vacation contest is Bobby Frank! Here is Bobby’s submission: I just turned 70 two days ago. Makes one think how one wants to live the rest…

While the immediate future of travel remains uncertain and the ever-changing state of the pandemic ebbs and flows, there is also a clear and present need to get away from our homes and decompress. If the home is where the…