
Your monthly credit-card to-do list
Here are all the things you need to do this month to maximize your credit card rewards.... Read more.

Debunking myths about credit cards
If you are getting your first credit card or are curious about credit card rewards, you likely have some hesitations. And there are many myths about credit cards... Read more.

Alaska’s Famous Companion Fare
Alaska’s Famous Companion Fare is a benefit of Alaska’s cobranded credit cards, issued in partnership with Bank of America. The companion fare allows... Read more.

Should I cancel my Chase Sapphire Reserve?
Ultimately I decided to cancel my Chase Sapphire Reserve. Here's how I thought through that decision.... Read more.

Credit card rewards have value. So does time.
I made a decision today to not pursue a “free” 7.5% return on my credit card spending. It was a good decision. And it’s probably one that most... Read more.

How we think about first year value of credit cards
When we publish a first year value, we are giving you a number that represents the cash value you will get from a credit card in the first year, less annual fees.... Read more.

The problem with point valuations
Many websites and travel blogs publish miles and points “valuations” for a myriad of frequent flyer programs, hotel loyalty programs and transferable points... Read more.