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Card Strategy

Chase Sapphire Reserve 10 Year Anniversary: What's New

The Sapphire Reserve turns 10 with a bigger DoorDash credit, four anniversary offers, a stackable hotel credit, and a long-shot contest. Here's what's actually worth your time.

Sep 17, 20267 min read

Mastercard Elite Perks Roundup

Your World or World Elite Mastercard quietly includes two months of free Instacart+, a monthly Peacock discount, and often cell phone protection. Here is how to turn them on.

Aug 28, 20262 min read
How-Tos

Moving Chase Points to Hotels: The Steps and the Traps

Exactly how to transfer Chase points to a hotel program, the four steps straight from Chase, plus the traps that quietly cost people points.

Jul 17, 20264 min read
How-Tos

Convert Rakuten cash back to Amex points with the right card

A single setting in your Rakuten account reroutes future earnings straight into your Amex Membership Rewards balance, opening the door to transfer value cash simply can't match.

May 25, 20263 min read
News & Analysis

Spirit Airlines has shut down: what to do with your tickets and points

Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2, 2026. If you have an active booking, ticket, or points balance, here's what happens next and how to file a claim.

May 2, 20266 min read
Sweet Spots

Two Hyatt Stays for a Cubs Trip to Wrigley Field

Two Hyatt stays for a Cubs trip to Wrigley Field, what each costs in points and whether the Chase World of Hyatt free night certificate covers it.

Apr 30, 20264 min read
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How to Build a Points Strategy Around a World of Hyatt All Inclusive Stay

How to plan a World of Hyatt all inclusive stay on points: the five level chart in effect since May 20, 2026, the cards that fill your balance, and a price ladder from Category A to Category F.

Apr 29, 20265 min read
Card Strategy

Chase Hyatt Personal vs. Business: which card to apply for

Chase offers two Hyatt cards with different perks and fees. We'll break down the annual benefits, earning rates, and elite status bonuses to help you pick the right fit.

Apr 29, 20264 min read