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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > maximize-home-expenses-credit-cards

How I maximize home expenses through credit cards

2+ mon, 4+ week ago   (1173+ words) After 10 years of homeownership, I've had my fair share of pricey expenses. Washing machine won't complete a wash cycle? That'll be $330 for the labor and part swap. Fireplace won't stay lit? Goodbye $460 for the cleaning and inspection — plus another $900 for…...

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thepointsguy.com > news > chase-pay-yourself-back

Chase's Pay Yourself Back: How to maximize your rewards

8+ mon, 4+ day ago   (897+ words) If Chase’s Pay Yourself Back hasn’t been on your radar in a while, it may be worth brushing up on it. Not only does this potentially lucrative option expand to a broad list of Chase cards, but some redemption rates…...

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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > how-to-stock-food-pantries-using-credit-card-benefits

Help stock food banks using your monthly credit card benefits

10+ mon, 1+ week ago   (408+ words) You probably don't need us to tell you that many Americans are currently without their normal financial safety net, resulting in an enormous need to stock their pantries at the moment. Food pantries can be lifelines for those in need,…...

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10 ways to get at least $2,050 in value from 100,000 Chase points

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1809+ words) The best-ever welcome bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is ending July 30 at 9 a.m. EDT. Our favorite beginner card currently offers 100,000 bonus Chase Ultimate Rewards points, earned after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first…...

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thepointsguy.com > travel > best-ways-to-redeem-150000-chase-ultimate-rewards-points

10 best ways to use 150K Chase Ultimate Rewards points

4+ mon, 4+ day ago   (1509+ words) The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) is currently offering its highest-public offer we've ever seen, where new cardholders can earn 150,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Based on TPG's May…...

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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > what-to-do-after-getting-chase-sapphire-preferred

7 things to do when you get the Chase Sapphire Preferred

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1284+ words) The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) was one of the first rewards cards I ever got, and it remains a staple in my wallet. For years, I've used it to earn valuable transferable points on travel, dining…...

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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > elevate-your-lifestyle-with-bofa-rewards

How BofA Rewards can elevate your lifestyle

4+ mon, 6+ day ago   (723+ words) At TPG, we talk a lot about how loyalty programs and credit cards can elevate your trips and everyday life. We all love the exclusive access we get as members — and Bank of America's new program, BofA Rewards™, offers premium…...

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Have the Chase Sapphire Reserve? Get the Sapphire Preferred

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (517+ words) With the high-value bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) — 100,000 bonus points earned after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening — you might be wondering: Am I eligible? Keep in mind that…...

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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > 6-ways-to-get-value-from-chase-ultimate-rewards-points

6 ways to get strong value from Chase Ultimate Rewards points

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (1236+ words) If you feel like you sometimes need a Points PhD to make the most of your credit card rewards, you aren't alone. While some rewards enthusiasts love diving into airline alliances and transfer sweet spots, that's not the only way…...

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thepointsguy.com > credit-cards > why-i-gave-wells-fargo-autograph-journey-a-chance

Why I finally gave Wells Fargo credit cards a chance

1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (1090+ words) For years, I barely gave Wells Fargo credit cards a second thought. After a decade of writing about travel rewards credit cards, I'd built my wallet of 25-plus cards around American Express, Capital One, Chase and Citi. Between those four…...

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