Tag: Chase
Ink evolution, Ink rules, and an insider tip
The original title for this post was simply “Ink Rules.” I realized after writing the title, that it could have multiple meanings. “Ink” could...
A great disturbance in the Force
In the past few days I’ve been writing a lot about the ability to buy $200 Visa gift cards online from Staples. This event,...
Earning points while my better half waits
I recently signed up and was approved for four different credit cards, with the following signup bonuses:
Amex Blue Cash: no bonus
Barclaycard Arrival:...
It’s once again safe to buy Amex gift cards with your Chase card.
In October, I sent out a Quick Deal warning Amex gift card buyers that Chase was coding online Amex gift card purchases as cash...
How to maximize Chase Freedom’s 4th quarter 5X?
Every 3 months, Chase offers new categories with which Freedom cardholders can earn 5 points per dollar (up to $1500 in spend). This quarter,...
Partial payment, full trip coverage
In a recent post I discussed how Chase has sent out new benefit guides for the Chase Ink, Freedom, and Sapphire card lines. In...
Best small business cards with annual fees
Update: Many of the benefits and bonuses listed below have expired and/or changed since 2013. Please see our Best Offers page for current best...
The 45 best uses for the great big pile of Ultimate Rewards points you’ll...
If you've looked at any blogs recently (or even opened your web browser once or twice), then you've probably seen that Chase has improved...
Best no-fee small business cards
Recently, Personal Finance Digest posted a summary of American Express' no-fee business cards (see "Amex’s no-fee business cards have some good deals for consumers"). ...
Business card benefits
If you are a business owner, its worth looking at the many perks offered by small-business credit cards. If you are not a business...
The new king of the Ultimate Rewards Mall
In order to maximize my point earnings this month for Million Mile Madness, I downgraded my Chase Sapphire Preferred card to the Chase Freedom...
Million Mile Madness, Credit card planning: Chase
Background: Early in January, I introduced the idea of challenging myself (and anyone foolish enough to join me) to earn a million points in...
5X dangers and headaches
A couple of weeks ago, at Frequent Traveler University, I showed multiple ways of earning 5 points per dollar for all credit card spend. ...
The end (of 5X everywhere) is nigh
The Mayan calendar ends on December 21 2012. Many believe that the end of the Mayan calendar signifies the end of the world as...
