Aug
27
2025
I’m a new cardholder so I’ve been diving into the specifics of the benefits. So here’s what to expect.
Citi Strata Elite Benefits Explained: Max Out And Double Them Your First Year
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Citi Strata Elite: Instant Approval And $2,400 First Year Value, Readers Confirm Success
Aug
25
2025
Valuing the points at 1.5 cents apiece and realizing the hotel credit and splurge credits twice in the first cardmember year (because the benefits are timed to calendar year) that’s at least $2,400 in year one value… without putting a price on the Admirals Club passes or Priority Pass benefit.
Stop Adding Transfer Partners – Let Points Buy Elite Status, Lounge Access And Upgrades Immediately
Aug
23
2025
Status partners would be a way to generate real excitement and among cardmembers. And members redeeming their points this way are getting more value from their card so would spend more, shifting wallet share to the product that offered it.
American Airlines Barclays Card Is Disappearing Forever—This Is Your Last Chance
Aug
22
2025
I’ve had the Aviator Red card before, and I have the Aviator Silver (converted from an Aviator Red). I also recently cancelled my Barclays Hawaiian Airlines cards. Barclays can be finicky so honestly I wasn’t expecting to be approved.
I Hit Apply On Citi’s Strata Elite—Instant Approval, And The First-Year Value Floored Me
Aug
22
2025
When I share opportunities here, I try to explain whom they are good for – and whether it’s something I would do myself. So I want to be transparent, and also share my thinking because that can be helpful as you decide what strategies work best for you.
First-Ever 125K Bonus On Chase Sapphire Reserve—$4,950 In First-Year Value
Aug
21
2025
Chase Sapphire Reserve® (See rates and fees) Chase’s bonus offer to launch the refreshed Sapphire Reserve product has ended. I assumed we’d see fewer points on offer now, but that’s not what happened! Instead the new offer lets you earn 125,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s the most points that have ever been offered for a Sapphire card, period. The launch offer was 100,000 and a $500 travel portal credit after $5,000 in spend. This new offer is 25,000 more points, doesn’t include the travel credit, and requires $1,000 more spend to earn. Some of you will do the math and say the launch offer was bigger. However, It’s no longer available The travel credit required you to book through the portal, the…
Citi Just Made American Miles Easier To Earn — Rethink Your Cards Now
Aug
21
2025
Here’s why American Airlines flyers should look to the new Citi Strate Elite.
AAdvantage transfers were on the table the last time Citi negotiated a deal with American, but Citi wouldn’t pay for the package that included transfers and exclusivity (hence the Barclays-issued card). This time they paid up. And it’s a huge boost to the value of Citi ThankYou Rewards.
150% Transfer Bonuses, Helicopter Rides, And Gold Status For Delta Flights — All Free From Bilt Rewards
Aug
20
2025
I’m increasingly loving Bilt Rewards even without the credit card. If you aren’t a member (it’s free) you’re missing out – on points you could be earning, and on the most valuable points currency.
100,000 Miles, A Companion Award, And Status Credit: Alaska Airlines Enters The Premium Card Game For The First Time
Aug
20
2025
For Alaska Airlines customers who redeem points with a companion once a year, the annual companion award covers the cost of the annual fee completely. And this card is an Alaska Airlines tool – fee waivers, travel delay credits, points flexibility (family pooling, hotel transfers) and credit towards elite status.
70,000 American Airlines Miles, No Spend—Window on Barclays Cards Closes Soon
Aug
19
2025
Currently, two banks issue American Airlines credit cards in the U.S.: Citibank and Barclays. The airline’s new cobrand deal grants exclusivity for this business to Citibank starting next year. And Barclays cards are going to move over to Citi.
