by Zac Hood | Aug 27, 2026 | Credit Card Strategy
Current Rakuten offer: New members who join through a referral link can earn a signup bonus after spending a set minimum through the portal within 90 days, and the person who referred them earns the same bonus. Amounts change several…
by Zac Hood | Aug 25, 2026 | Beginner Resources, Redeeming Miles and Points
If you rent or pay a mortgage, Bilt Rewards is worth understanding, because it is one of the only programs that lets you earn flexible travel points on your single biggest monthly expense. Flexible points are the kind you can…
by Zac Hood | Aug 25, 2026 | Redeeming Miles and Points
All information about American Express has been collected independently by Travel Freely. If you fly Delta, the simplest way to use your Delta SkyMiles® is to book Delta flights right on delta.com, where your miles work a lot like cash.…
Zac and his family are moving to the south of France for a year, all made possible by points and miles. Here's the full story, plus how he's booking it.
by Zac Hood | Jul 26, 2026 | Beginner Resources, Credit Card Strategy
Check out the Top 6 Reasons why the Chase Sapphire Preferred® is our #1 personal card. Great signup bonus and transfer partners. It's the single best "starter card" for beginners.
by Zac Hood | Jul 23, 2026 | Beginner Resources, Credit Card Strategy, Small Business
Am I eligible for a small business credit card? One of the easiest ways to maximize points is to get a business credit card. By getting just one business card, you can get a BIG bump to your points and…
by Zac Hood | Jul 13, 2026 | Small Business
How to Apply for a Business Credit Card
by Zac Hood | Jul 01, 2026 | Redeeming Miles and Points
This is an updated guide to cover the ways to earn and spend American Airlines AAdvantage miles as well as the key details of elite status in terms of how to earn it and what benefits to expect.
by Zac Hood | Jun 30, 2026 | Redeeming Miles and Points
Loyalty Programs: Airlines | Hotels | Car Rentals Transfer Partners: American Express Membership Rewards® | Bilt Rewards | Chase Ultimate Rewards® | Citi ThankYou® Points | Marriott Bonvoy® Rewards | Capital One Miles® Rewards | Wells Fargo Here’s a list of…
by Zac Hood | Jun 09, 2026 | Beginner Resources, Credit Card Strategy
If you end up getting denied or having a pending application, there’s no reason to worry. You still have some options. It's best to make a phone call ASAP.












