Obviously, the card posts here are almost always intended for people with good credit scores. That said, I do get some questions from people in the process of rebuilding their credit. I’m trying to put together a detailed post for them and wanted to ask one thing first… If you were in that boat somewhat recently, what “store” card was …
Start Of Week Stuff
As always, it’s hard to beat the value of 5,000 points per night via IHG’s PointBreaks. The trick is finding a property you like. And, yup, the new list is just as challenging as the old ones. Don’t forget to book your United awards by tomorrow if you hate devaluation and prefer old rates from old charts. I said “old” …
IHG Night Giveaway
Thank you to reader Sanjay for this one. If you could use a free night at any IHG property before the end of November, please send an email to the address below with the subject “IHG Free Night.” Blank emails are fine. I just ask that you only send one if you’ll actually use the free night. I’ll pick a …
Current Card Reality
It’s no secret that I’ve earned millions of miles from credit card signup bonuses over the years. That said, it has never been harder for me than it is right now. Here’s where I stand with the major banks: Chase Considering the fact that I always open more than 5 cards in any 24-month period…I’m pretty screwed here. Basically just …
Virgin Card
Ye olde card offer from Virgin Atlantic is back. Thanks to reader Matt for sending it. As always, this one is worth looking at for big spenders. Do I love it? Personally, I’d keep getting Alaska cards from Bank Of America instead (if they were approving me for cards right now). But Virgin miles have been getting more interesting with …