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Dreaming of a vacation on Maui? Maybe you think you can’t afford it… but you can! Follow this simple step-by-step guide that explains how to maximize your travel rewards points, and you’ll be chilling on a beach in Hawaii for free with minimal effort very soon! Travel To Hawaii For Free Let’s say you are planning for a trip to Hawaii for two people in about a year from now. … Read more
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Walt Disney said, “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” And he’s right! It might seem impossible but using credit card points to earn Disney rewards for a free family vacation is absolutely possible! A trip to Walt Disney World is the quintessential American family vacation. A typical family can expect to pay anywhere from $3,600-$5,500 in airfare, hotel, and tickets to enjoy four days at the House of … Read more
Active duty military can have the top rewards credit cards in every category without worrying about annual fees. This is because Chase, American Express, and Capital One waive annual fees for active-duty military as part of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and the Military Lending Act. This is an amazing perk for active-duty military! Best Credit Cards For Military By Category When looking for the best credit cards for military … Read more
There are a lot of differing opinions in the FI community–but one thing that everyone can usually agree on is the fact that giving to charity is something that everyone who has the means to do so, should do. People on the path to Financial Independence often want to find a way to donate to charitable causes close to their hearts. It’s an innovative way to donate to charity. What … Read more
It’s that time of year again! Christmas decorations are everywhere you look. Holiday classics are on repeat on the radio. And you’re acting like Santa Claus while making your list and checking it twice. Before you starting buying gifts, stop a moment, and give some thought to how you can maximize rewards with your Christmas shopping. There’s no reason that you shouldn’t give yourself the gift of some extra cash … Read more
Travel rewards and credit cards are a wonderful way to save money on travel and earn incredible cashback. However, not all rewards credit cards and loyalty programs are created equal. There are so many different perks, ways to redeem rewards, and credit card options that deciding which ones are right for you can be a challenge. Whether you are new to the world of credit card rewards or are an … Read more
Want a step-by-step guide to earning travel rewards in the military? Subscribe to the get the download. Active duty military can now get the most popular Chase personal travel rewards card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve for free! While the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) prompted a couple of credit card companies to waive annual fees and cap interest rates under certain conditions for their cards, most credit card companies did … Read more
Credit cards offer incredible perks that can improve your travel experiences. And the ability to earn miles, points, and cash back on your everyday purchases makes this form of payment hard to beat. But what happens when credit cards start reducing or eliminating benefits? You’ll need to re-evaluate whether to keep the card because an annual fee that made sense before may not be worth paying when the bill comes … Read more