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If there’s one thing I appreciate, it’s been able to earn points from cards I currently hold, that don’t require multiple steps.  Simplicity is the name of the game around here.  Here’s how you can earn 10x Chase Ultimate Rewards, no new credit card required, thanks to Paze. What is Paze? Paze is a free […]

The Chase Sapphire Preferred has been one of my go-to cards for years.  For a $95 annual fee, it comes with a robust package of perks and benefits, making it a great entry-level card into the world of points and miles.  And if you’re a points maximizer, it’s been a keeper for those 1:1 points […]

Capital One is my second favorite bank after Chase, and it helped me save just under $3,000 for Umrah travel last year.  Yes, I said it – I love my Chase Ultimate Rewards.  But diversifying your wallet with cards that earn different types of points and miles is key in award travel.  I used Capital […]

Hearing a lot about Bilt Rewards lately?  That’s because Bilt points have become very valuable and easy to earn!  Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a Bilt credit card to earn Bilt points.  Here’s why you should pay attention to earning Bilt points, even if you don’t rent, and especially if you shop online. […]

You can earn up to 200,000 points from the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card offer!  Here’s how you can use IHG points when planning Umrah travel, for a stay in Makkah or Madinah. The Offers Let’s take a look at all the IHG card offers.  *Note that the first 2 card offers are […]

There are currently three co-branded Marriott cards from American Express with elevated welcome offers! Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card: Earn 175,000 Marriott Bonvoy Bonus Points after spending $5,000 in the first 6 months.  Offer ends May 13, 2026. Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card: Earn 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy Bonus Points after spending $6,000 in […]

As a family of 5, it takes a lot of points to go well, anywhere.  And it goes without saying, but I’m always looking for more opportunities to earn points. 

Umrah can definitely be an expensive trip and journey.  But in come points and miles for the win

American Airlines miles have always been very valuable, and generally speaking, harder to earn for reward flights.  American Airlines is part of the Oneworld airline alliance, which allows you to book flights on partner airlines making for some great international redemptions.