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Sarah Hostetler is a freelance writer and has been featured on Million Mile Secrets and The Points Guy. She covers topics on points and miles, credit cards, airlines, hotels, and general travel.
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Citi Simplicity® Card Review 2024
The Citi Simplicity® Card could save you thousands of dollars if you’re struggling with a high credit card APR. Learn more in our Citi Simplicity Card review.
Disney® Visa® Card Review 2024: Credit Score Requirements, Pros & Cons
Disney lovers can get real value from the Disney Visa Card. The card’s undoing comes from the fact that Chase issues another, far more valuable Disney card.
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card Review 2024
The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card is not just a hotel credit card, it’s a travel credit card with Marriott perks. Learn more.
Milestone® Mastercard® Review 2024
Built into the Milestone Mastercard® are traps that those new to credit (or with poor credit habits) may easily spring. Sky-high fees and interest rates make it dangerous.
How Do I Check My Credit Score
Knowing your credit score can help you to understand realistic options when it comes to applying for credit cards—and even spot things like fraudulent activity.
Does Applying for a Credit Card Hurt Your Credit?
If you use your credit responsibly, you’ll be able to increase your credit score far beyond what it was before you submitted your application.
How to Send Money With a Credit Card
If you need to send money from your credit card to a friend or family member, there are many ways to do it. But are the fees too high? Learn more.
Public App Review 2024: Pros, Cons, What Could Be Improved
The Public app has a lot going for it, but experienced investors will be underwhelmed. And that’s OK—Public doesn’t claim to be the most well-rounded choice.
Chase DoorDash Rewards Mastercard Review 2024
If you’ve ever used a food delivery platform, you know the fees can be frustrating. The Chase DoorDash Rewards Card helps in a few ways.
Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card Review
Capital One VentureOne is one of the only no-annual-fee credit cards that gives you the power to transfer rewards directly to airlines and hotels.
Capital One Venture and Venture X Bonuses Now Worth a Guaranteed $1,000 in Cash
The current bonuses offered by the Capital One Venture and Capital One Venture X are better than anything we’ve seen from these cards in recent memory.
Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card Review 2024
The Southwest Plus Card is good for those that fly Southwest once or twice per year—and it can fast-track you to one of the undisputed best deals in travel.
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Bonus Offer: Earn 70% More!
The Southwest Priority card’s current bonus is impressive—worth nearly $1,200 in flights—and that’s not the only reason to get it.
7 Money-Saving Challenges Which Will Make You Save
Everyone wants to save money. Here are seven “challenges” that should help the average consumer to do just that.
Total Visa Card Review 2024
The Total Visa credit card may be a necessary evil to overcome the messy credit history you’ve accumulated. Close it as soon as it’s served its purpose.
What Is the Difference Between the 3 Types of Visa Credit Cards: Traditional, Signature, and Infinite?
The type of Visa credit card you have is meaningful. The higher the tier, the more valuable your benefits might be, such as travel insurance, discounts, and purchase protection.
7 Ways to Build Credit Without A Credit Card
There are loads of ways to improve your credit profile that don’t involve credit cards. Some don’t even require an application of any sort.
Citi Strata Premier℠ Card Review 2024: Earn on Everyday Spending and Travel
Few cards offer such perfect award categories for everyday spending while giving you the ability to transfer rewards to airlines and hotels for free travel.
Chase Instacart Mastercard Review 2024
Do you like delegating your supermarket shopping trip to someone else but hate the fees? The Instacart Mastercard can help to reduce them.
Best Spring Break Destinations for 2024
Don’t feel like you must plan the same Caribbean spring break trip as everyone else. Plenty of destinations have just as much beauty and adventure, but without overtourism.
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