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2020 2nd Quarter Chase Freedom Bonus Categories (+ Free Reminder Tools)

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Shifting Your Credit Card Strategy in Response to a Global Outbreak

3 weeks ago

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Should You Still Travel During the Coronavirus Outbreak?

4 weeks ago

10 min read

Points & Miles, Travel Tips

Don’t Pay for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck — Get One of These Cards Instead!

1 month ago

10 min read

Traveling During the Coronavirus Outbreak? Here’s What You Need to Know!

1 month ago

11 min read

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Looking Beyond Welcome Offers

2 months ago

12 min read

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Gear Reviews

Is the Away Suitcase Awesome or Overhyped?

2 months ago

12 min read

Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express Gold Card

5 Reasons Why Chase and American Express Dominate the Travel Rewards Space

2 months ago

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22 Odd & Weird Things That We Do in the US

2 months ago

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You Need a Budget (YNAB). No, You Really Do!

8 months ago

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Saving Money on Your Next Car Rental with AutoSlash

8 months ago

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Points & Miles, Travel Tips

Getting More Flights with Your Miles Using the United Excursionist Perk

8 months ago

9 min read

Ernest and Fiona at the top of Cathedral Rock in Sedona, Arizona

Destination Reviews

Exploring the Red Rocks of Sedona

8 months ago

12 min read

Capital One Venture, Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Freedom, SPG Amex, and Banana Republic credit card

What Credit Cards Are in Fiona’s Wallet (July 2019)

9 months ago

9 min read

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Where to Store Luggage When Traveling & Exploring

9 months ago

9 min read

What Credit Cards Are in My Wallet (July 2019)

9 months ago

12 min read

Leatherman Style PS, KeySmart Alltul Raptor, Victorinox Pioneer X Swiss Army Knife, and Gerber Shard

Gear Reviews, Travel Tips

Multi-tools for Travelers + Popov Leather EDC Pocket Armor Giveaway

9 months ago

9 min read

Chase Freedom, US Bank Cash+, and Citi Dividend credit card on black tabletop

2019 3rd Quarter Chase Freedom Bonus Categories Announced (+ Free Reminder Tools)

9 months ago

8 min read

Credit Card Points Stolen? Yes, Points Theft Is on the Rise

10 months ago

8 min read

Everyday Carry (EDC) consisting of Bellroy Card Pocket, OrbitKey Key Organiser, Leatherman Style PS, iPhone X in RhinoShield Bumper Case, and TEC Accessories P-7 Suspension Clip

Gear Reviews, Travel Tips

Upgrade Your Everyday Carry: My EDC for Travel & Daily Life

10 months ago

11 min read

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How to Build Your Credit (as a student, new US resident, etc.)

10 months ago

11 min read

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Points & Miles, Travel Tips

Avoid Using a Debit Card for Purchases!

10 months ago

10 min read

12 Things I Want to See From Chase & American Express

11 months ago

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Collage of credit cards including the Chase Freedom, Amex Hilton Honors Aspire, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Ink Business Preferred, and US Bank Altitude Reserve

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