For a variety of reasons, online shopping has increased dramatically over the last few years… which opens the door to more opportunities to earn American Express Membership Points. As someone who makes a majority of my purchases online, earning extra points is a no brainer, especially with no extra work! Let’s look at what RakutenContinue reading “How To Use Rakuten To Earn More Points”
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Corporate Card or Reimbursement?
As things begin returning to normal and business travel becomes expected, so do the awful expense reports that ask you to itemize the 10 different hotel “taxes” that end up being 1/3 of the room rate! I was recently chatting with a friend who was interviewing for a new job that told him “All businessesContinue reading “Corporate Card or Reimbursement?”
The “New” American Express Platinum
Effective today, July 1st 2021, the American Express Platinum will have an increased annual fee of $695, however it comes with several new benefits! Although the annual fee increases by $145 a year, it is easily offset by the new 125K American Express Membership Reward Point intro offer + benefits, a $1400 value. Let’s takeContinue reading “The “New” American Express Platinum”
INSANE DELTA AMEX OFFER!
Are you a Delta fan? Do you have some upcoming flights? Now is the time to grab a Delta American Express card! These offers went live today and are some of the best sign up bonuses I have seen. Let’s first dive into the Delta Sky Miles program and then into what cards you shouldContinue reading “INSANE DELTA AMEX OFFER!”
Booking an upcoming trip? Get a new credit card!
As the world begins to open again, the travel industry is expected to have an influx of pent up demand. I know for me, traveling with my wife is something I have been looking forward to throughout COVID-19… its actually one of the reasons I started this blog! I had an entire trip lined upContinue reading “Booking an upcoming trip? Get a new credit card!”
Booking A YOLO Trip On POINTS!
I recently looked at my accounts and noticed that I had over a million points… It was time to spend some. My wife and I had been planning to take a vacation once things calmed down at work and thought this was a perfect time! I began to look at different hotels around Florida andContinue reading “Booking A YOLO Trip On POINTS!”
I Have Points… Now What?
After your intro bonus and normal spending, you will soon look at your account and see a plethora of points… but what do you do with them? Points vary in terms of what their monetary value is, however for this post lets focus on American Express Membership Rewards points which the “industry” typically values atContinue reading “I Have Points… Now What?”
No Dave Ramsey… You’re Wrong!
When I first decided I wanted to get into “The Points Game” and start teaching others how to earn money from money you were already spending, the most common thing I was told was “Dave Ramsey says credit cards are bad”. I agree… for people who spend more than they make and use credit cardsContinue reading “No Dave Ramsey… You’re Wrong!”
You Should NEVER Use A Debit Card
Since I started into “The Points Game”, I can honestly say I don’t know the last time I have used my debit card for a purchase. Buying a pack of gum… American Express Gold, ordering pizza online… American Express Gold, convincing my wife that I absolutely need the new Xbox Series X… American Express Platinum,Continue reading “You Should NEVER Use A Debit Card”
How To Take Your First Step Into The “Points Game”
Assuming you are interested in learning more about maximizing your spending since you are here, let’s look at how to start earning those points or cash back! For this post we are going to focus on what I call “Level 1” spenders, people who want to earn points or cash back with limited effort andContinue reading “How To Take Your First Step Into The “Points Game””
The Points Authority: Mastering The Points Game 