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Taking Advantage of Chase Pay Over Time Offer

September 2, 2025 By Nancy Leave a Comment

The image shows a financial summary for a payment plan. The remaining principal is $1,198.38. The monthly plan payment is $66.58, and the original principal is $1,198.38. It mentions that the monthly payment includes a fixed fee added to the credit card's minimum payment. There is a link to the "Pay Over Time dashboard." The status is active, with 18 remaining payments out of a total of 18. The plan start date is August 25, 2025.

I have a hard time passing up a 0% interest offer on credit cards, especially with the way interest rates are these days. I just took advantage of a 0% offer to spread out payments on a larger purchase. Chase Pay Over Time Offer Chase bank has a Pay Over Time feature that allows credit […]

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Easy Status Match, Bilt Rent Day and More

August 30, 2025 By Nancy 2 Comments

A small American flag is planted in a grassy field, with the sun setting in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the sunlight creates a dramatic effect with rays shining through the clouds.

Bilt September Rent Day: Up to 100% Bonus on Virgin Red Transfers: On September 1 (Bilt Rent Day), members can get up to 100% transfer bonus to Virgin Red (offer is targeted and varies). My husband is a Gold Bilt Rewards member and only received a 40% transfer offer. We will be passing on this […]

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My Top Contenders for Next Summer’s Family Vacation

August 28, 2025 By Nancy 8 Comments

A scenic view of a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks under a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, there are lush green trees and a small town nestled in a valley. The town is surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills.

Some people may think I’m nuts for already dreaming about next summer’s vacation (yes, 2026!). But many readers can probably relate to this advanced planning timeline. After all, flights go on sale 11-12 months in advance, and that’s often the best time to find cheap award flights using miles and points. I already have 3 […]

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Easter Island: Mysterious Place that Was Worth the Miles and Time to Get There

August 27, 2025 By Leana 10 Comments

A large stone Moai statue stands on a grassy hillside under a clear blue sky. The sun is shining brightly in the top left corner, casting light and shadows on the landscape.

This is the final installment  in my series of posts on our recent trip to South America. See my previous  posts Back from our family trip to Peru and Easter island: Bumpy start, awesome memories  , Flying in LATAM economy to South America and Easter Island , Layovers in airport-adjacent hotels: luxury attainable via points , Ideal […]

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Was Universal Studios Japan Worth the Time and Money?

August 26, 2025 By Nancy Leave a Comment

The image shows a vibrant theme park area inspired by a video game, featuring colorful structures resembling blocks and characters from the game. There are large, whimsical decorations like a giant red and white mushroom and a castle-like building. The area is bustling with many visitors walking around and exploring the attractions. The background includes green hills and various themed elements, creating an immersive environment.

This is a continuation of my Japan/China trip report. See also Back from China and Japan Trip! 5 Takeaways, Worth it: JAL Premium Economy Award Seats, Better Than Expected: AA Premium Economy Shanghai PVG to DFW, Hits and Misses from our day at Tokyo DisneySea, Take this Line and Shove It (Literally): Shanghai Disneyland Hits […]

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Buying a Car (Sight Unseen) as a Miles and Points Enthusiast

August 25, 2025 By Leana 8 Comments

The image shows a blue SUV with a sleek design, viewed from the rear side. The vehicle has tinted windows and distinctive taillights. It is displayed on a plain background with a website URL at the bottom.

I look forward to buying a car like I look forward to having a root canal. Aside from spending our hard-earned money on material things (I much prefer experiences), I find it super stressful. But my husband was determined to get another car now, even though we agreed to wait until next summer. A few […]

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