Yes, with exclamation mark. No, they do not pay me commission or end with a Plus. So, you are sick and tired of constantly switching credit cards. In fact, you are done with credit, period. Plastic causes you to overspend and you know it. You have decided to join the ranks of Dave Ramsey followers […]
Redeeming 5,000 HHonors Points for a $99 Hotel Room… And More!
In the miles and points community, Hilton points are an equivalent of Zimbabwean currency. Their top hotels require 95,000 points, and if you want a suite, prepare to cough up double or triple the amount for a marginally better room. I personally don’t collect this currency, and it’s been years since I’ve stayed at a Hilton […]
Miles and Points Update
1. New IHG PointBreaks list is now bookable. You can transfer points from Ultimate Rewards, though, it’s not the best use of that program. I don’t recommend you do the “IHG cash+points trick,” because you would risk account closure. You can Google it if you wish. On to the next one. 2. There is currently a […]
Amex Everyday Preferred Vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred
Well, it was inevitable. I told myself I would’t go there again, but my arch nemesis (aka Chase Sapphire Preferred) keeps taunting me. I keep seeing in blogs and comments how this card is worth $95 annual fee for everyone. OK, let’s settle this once and for all. The post is a bit of a […]
Miles and Points, Dorms and Dreams
1. SimplyCash Business card from American Express has an increased bonus of $250 after spending $5,000 in the first 6 months. Obviously, there are better bonuses available, but this could be of interest to some. Be aware, my husband got a targeted offer in the mail for $300 cash back. More info in my list […]
Miles, Points and a Bottle of Rum
Ahoy! Today is “Talk like a pirate day,” so let’s have some fun, me hearties. 1. Yo-ho-ho! Check your Amex profile “Offers for you” section. You may get a $5 credit toward your Walmart.com purchase of $15 or more. The purchase has to be done online, and Walmart gift cards should qualify. You can also synch […]