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You may not recognize the name, but this relatively new travel insurance company is becoming a respected player in the travel insurance marketplace. Created in 2014 by travel insurance comparison website Squaremouth, Tin Leg has the daunting task of competing…

Thinking about purchasing travel insurance has become synonymous with trip planning in today’s environment. It’s difficult to think of traveling without considering the fact that plans might change, your trip could experience disruptions, or that you might need medical attention…

Whether you’re a senior whose priority is simply enjoying the good life you’ve earned or you’re reinventing yourself with a part-time career that focuses more on your passions than on earning potential, chances are your priorities have changed. Perhaps your…

Earning credit card rewards can be challenging if you have limited credit or less-than-perfect credit. But there’s a clear path to building or rebuilding your credit to qualify for rewards-earning cards. Today, we’re discussing a pair of Capital One cards that…

If your business requires a lot of road travel or you’re simply spending a lot at gas stations, you’ll want a business card that earns rewards specifically on those purchases. You may also want a card that brings additional earning…

Earning rewards on the purchases you make can result in a lot of bottom-line value, whether you use those rewards for travel or accumulate cash-back to offset expenses. We talk frequently about rewards-earning cards such as the Capital One Savor…

You have to hand it to Capital One — the card issuer is consistent at keeping things simple. You won’t find a lot of bells and whistles on most of the issuer’s cards, but you will find simplicity in the…

The benefits of having elite status in a loyalty program are undeniable. In the case of airline program elite status, you may receive seat upgrades, priority boarding, free checked bags, and even fee waivers. Hotel loyalty programs may offer elite…

Capital One is a unique credit card issuer offering a large collection of cards with options appropriate for every credit rating. Perhaps you’d like to get started on the path toward securing a rewards-earning credit card, for example, but your…

It’s difficult to find the perfect gift for that milestone birthday, wedding, graduation, or another special event, but everyone welcomes a gift card. You’re actually giving the person a personalized shopping experience as opposed to items that may (or may…

No matter how many rewards-earning credit cards you have in your wallet, having a go-to card that earns double rewards on every purchase you make can deliver tremendous value. Knowing you’re earning 2x rewards or cash-back every time you use…

First-time credit card applicants may be drawn to credit card issuer Capital One due to the wide variety of cards the company offers, the simplicity of the card structures, and the fact that the issuer has a card option for…

When you select a credit card that carries the Visa logo, you know the card will have wide acceptance throughout the world. And while acceptance is important, you’ll also enjoy access to a Visa benefits package that comes with being…

There’s no doubt that Capital One and American Express have become key leaders when we look at credit card issuers. Capital One focuses on simplicity but has a card for every type of consumer, from those who have no credit…

Spending money on insurance to protect our assets is painful. Whether it’s home, auto, liability, or even business insurance, we rarely receive anything in return besides the peace of mind of knowing we’re covered if something should go wrong. Travel…

By now we all know that The Platinum Card^® from American Express is a premier player in the travel rewards card arena. With premium travel benefits any traveler would love, statement credits that help offset its annual fee (rates &…

We spend a lot of time here at Upgraded Points discussing rewards-earning card topics such as how to earn lots of rewards and how to get the best value for those rewards. But, we do realize that not everyone is…

Planning an entire vacation can be complicated. As you attempt to book flights, hotels, ground transportation, activities, and other pertinent elements of your journey, the process can soon become overwhelming. Fortunately, vacation packages were designed to simplify the process by…

It’s important for a good credit card to have a robust rewards-earning structure, but it may not be the only thing that’s considered when evaluating what card is right for a person. Things like the ability to build credit or…

While it’s important to support the businesses in our local community as much as we can, the relative convenience and safety of shopping online are undeniably pushing the volume of online sales to new levels. In fact, according to market…

Planning an extended stay aboard or perhaps a move outside the U.S. due to a work assignment? Fortunately, in this day of digital payments and online account access, it’s easier than ever to manage your finances and credit card transactions…