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Mar 4, 2026

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5 min read

The Don's Card Stack

The family's card system 🤌

Austin Christensen

Mar 7, 2026

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4 min read

🏨 5 Free Hotel Nights for $3K Spend — But You Have Until March 12

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Austin Christensen

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Your go-to source for maximizing credit card points, miles, and travel rewards. We break down the best deals, strategies, and insider tips so you can travel more for less.

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Sep 22, 2026

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Chase Sapphire Preferred: Should You Beat the Oct 1 Hyatt Deadline?

A deadline is not a reason to transfer speculatively.

Austin Christensen

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Aug 25, 2026

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3 min read

A 30% Transfer Bonus Can Still Be a Bad Deal

The bonus helps only when a real award seat already exists.

Austin Christensen

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Aug 25, 2026

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2 min read

The Travel Protections You Are Already Paying For

The boring benefits can matter more than another 1x point.

Austin Christensen

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Aug 21, 2026

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3 min read

The Award Search Habit That Saves Real Money

Search partners before you pay cash, book the portal, or transfer points.

Austin Christensen

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Aug 21, 2026

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3 min read

The Household Points Strategy Most Couples Skip

Two players, two sets of bonuses, one coordinated plan.

Austin Christensen

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Aug 20, 2026

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5 min read

Stop Treating 1 Cent Per Point Like a Win

1 cpp is the floor. Amex wants you below it.

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