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American Express has been known to offer generous bonuses from time to time, and it looks like another one has just come out. According to reports, Amex is handing out bonuses to cardholders who add an authorized user and complete…

Update: The offers mentioned below have expired and are no longer available. This just in: Alaska Airlines is targeting its Mileage Plan members with huge new offers on its co-branded credit card. The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature^® Credit Card is good…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Check your cards — Amex has come out with new Amex Offers for both supermarkets and hotels. There are 3 new Amex Offers available to select, targeted cardholders…

As a service member you’re probably well-used to spending exorbitant amounts of money on flights. After all, will your parents ever forgive you if you don’t use your leave for a flight home during Christmas? While you can’t control holiday…

NOTE:The offers below have expired and are no longer available.  Excellent news just in for those holding American Express and Hilton co-branded credit cards. Word is out that some folks are being targeted with upgrade offers — and there are…

The FoundersCard is an interesting beast. In a world of credit cards, points, and miles, the FoundersCard can seem a little lost. It isn’t a credit card — you can’t use it to pay for things — and it’s not…

United updated its elite status program in 2019 to include the current PlusPoints system. Unlike its previous iteration, which included Global and Regional Upgrade Award certificates that you’d apply to your flight, PlusPoints offer a more flexible option for United…

Raise your hand if you’re tired of trying to search for award seat availability on an airline. Just kidding — we all are! While using your hard-earned miles can be an especially lucrative way to save money, fly in first…

Caesars Rewards is the loyalty program for all Caesars Resorts properties. Along with its presence on the Las Vegas Strip, Caesars has properties across the country and throughout the world. Formerly known as Total Rewards, the program has since been…

Update:Hyatt and MGM ended the partnership that allowed each program’s members to earn points and enjoy reciprocal benefits and status matches as of September 30, 2023. Additionally, Caesars ended its MGM status match on December 31, 2023. Are you a…

Update:The Amex Upgrade With Points program has been discontinued and is no longer available. In 2019, American Express launched the ability to upgrade flights using your Amex Membership Rewards. This operates differently from standard upgrades, which you negotiate directly with the…

If you’re interested in award travel — or points and miles in general — you’ve likely heard of American Express Membership Rewards. These points, earned by using your Amex cards for qualifying purchases, can be used for a variety of purposes,…

When I joined the military I had absolutely no idea about life, credit cards, or cooking. Although I still can’t cook, a decade later and I’ve figured out a few things about life. As for credit cards? Don’t even ask…