Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, an ongoing series dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
Points Principles: Just Starting with Points & Miles? Start with Chase Credit Cards
Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, an ongoing series dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
4 Credit Card Myths You Should Stop Believing
Credit cards and personal finance can be confusing. And it doesn’t help that misinformation tends to spread like wildfire. You’ve almost certainly heard a tip, rule, or guideline about credit […]
Points Principles: Can You Upgrade with Miles After Buying a Flight?
Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, a weekly post dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
You Can Pay Taxes with a Credit Card, But Should You?
The start of the new year means it is time to start thinking about taxes for 2020. And while there’s not much joy in paying a big tax bill, there’s a […]
Why You Need to Diversify Your Points & Miles in 2021
Points and miles are a lot like currencies around the world. Just as $100,000 U.S. dollars aren’t equal to 100,000 Japanese yen, 100,000 Delta SkyMiles are not equal to 100,000 […]
Points Principles: Quit Putting Everything on Your Airline Credit Card
Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, an ongoing series dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
Want to Cancel a Credit Card? Ask Yourself These Questions
Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, an ongoing series dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
Points Principles: What Points and Miles Should I Earn?
Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Points Principles series, an ongoing series dedicated to explaining the basics behind the confusing world of frequent flyer miles and travel rewards points. Follow along […]
Points Principles: Everything You Need to Know About Credit Card Authorized Users
Authorized users occupy a quirky, confusing space in the world of credit cards. Adding an authorized user to your credit card means that person will get their own physical card, […]
Why Did Your Flight Cost Suddenly Jump? Explaining Changes in Airfare Prices
You’re scoping out a flight to buy and are about to pull the trigger when, suddenly, the price jacks up. We’ve all been there – it’s beyond frustrating. But what’s […]
Why Earning a Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus is So Critical for Points & Miles
So you’ve got travel dreams you’d love to make a reality: showering on a plane, flying to Japan, or even just making your next flight free – domestic or international. […]