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Flying a Family of Five to Europe With a Help of Credit Card Bonuses

July 14, 2014 By Leana 5 Comments

I recently got a request to outline a strategy on how a family of five can fly to Europe close to free. I’ve had some interaction with this particular reader, so I know some specific information that pertains to her situation. For example, I know that her preferred airport is Dallas and that her children […]

Does CITI Have a Black List?

July 9, 2014 By Leana 8 Comments

A few weeks ago, I made a list of cards that I personally would consider renewing. Sometimes, though, things are not quite so cut and dry when it comes to an annual fee. Occasionally, there are situations where I feel on the fence about a specific card and call and try to get a retention […]

Miles and Points, Nonconformity

July 4, 2014 By Leana 2 Comments

1. Transfer SPG points to AAdvantage before July 31st, and get a 20 percent bonus on top of the built-in 5,000 miles per each 20,000 point transfer. So, each 20,000 SPG points=30,000 AAdvantage miles. More details HERE (hat tip Flyertalk) US Airways has an identical promotion going on as well. 2. A $50 coupon for a […]

All Is Well With Wells Fargo Propel

June 23, 2014 By Leana 4 Comments

Well, at least for my husband’s application, as I haven’t heard about mine yet. Sorry, I couldn’t help myself with the title! It’s a “bored/desperate housewife” thing… Anyway, Wells Fargo Propel Amex card has been on my list of bonuses for over a month now. I’m not really all that familiar with the issuing bank, […]

Miles and Points, Marriage Proposal

June 20, 2014 By Leana 7 Comments

1) In case you’ve missed my previous post, the bonus on Capital One Venture Rewards card has been increased to 40,000 miles. It does pay me commission. I couldn’t decide on whether to apply for Venture card or Wells Fargo Propel. Pulled the trigger on both…and they went to pending status. Sad face. Will update […]

The Battle of Amex and Chase Sapphire Preferred

June 16, 2014 By Leana 11 Comments

Well, there are actually more than just 2 cards involved. But I gotta optimize my title for Google. This Points Gal has big plans, namely: To take down The Points Guy blog! So, I’ve said several times that I consider Amex Everyday Preferred a game changer when it comes to everyday spending for a middle-class […]