You can now move Citi ThankYou points from cards with no annual fee to AAdvantage.
City Cards and American Airlines: New Transfer Options City recently revealed that American Airlines has become a transfer partner for earning reward points. Before this, American Airlines Aadvantage was notably absent from the loyalty programs associated with major credit card issuers. Originally, point transfers to American Airlines were limited to certain City Cards that come […]
Private-Label Financing Expanding Quicker Than Standard Credit Cards
Traditional credit cards are feeling the heat when it comes to consumer spending. While they still dominate the American credit landscape, their growth in installment usage is lagging behind that of private label store cards. In fact, private label installment options from retailers for larger purchases have grown at an annual rate of 4.8% over […]
A new leader in credit cards appears as the competition between Amex and Chase intensifies.
Credit Card Rankings Shift as Competition Intensifies American Express and Chase have long vied for the title of America’s most favored credit card. However, recent updates indicate that new contenders are altering the landscape. Bank of America has made a notable leap from fifth to second place, while Capital One secures the third position in […]
Iowa man receives sentence for purchasing $140K in Pokémon cards using company funds
Iowa Man Sentenced for Fraud Over Pokemon Cards An Iowa man has been sentenced to four months in federal prison for wire fraud, having scammed over $140,000 through the purchase of Pokemon cards and other gaming items using illegally charged company credit cards. Mitch William Gross, who is 34, misused credit cards issued by his […]
Travel Cards Are Starting a New Phase and It’s a Competitive Sprint to the Top
The Premium Travel Card Arms Race Back during the Cold War, the U.S., NATO, and the Soviet Union amassed weapons for conflicts that never occurred. Fast forward thirty years, and a similar scenario is evolving in the world of travel rewards—now seen through an array of premium, increasingly expensive travel cards. Okay, comparing credit card […]
Citi Strata Elite: 80K Bonus and $2,400 in First-Year Credits Makes It the Top Choice for Premium Cards
City Strata Elite: 80K Bonus + $2,400 for 1 Credit to make your best first year play with a premium card Some individuals might find the City Strata Elite card to be a fantastic long-term choice. Still, it seems hard to debate its extraordinary value for the first year. This card puts City in the […]
Warren Buffett Warns That While Many Enjoy Credit Cards, Owing $10K At 18% Could Mean Lifelong Struggles
Buffett’s Take on Credit Cards In a world where a simple click can get you a peloton and a smoothie costs $17, it’s easy to see why credit cards are so popular among Americans. But when it comes to the billionaire investor Warren Buffett, his stance is quite different. Back in 1999 at a Nebraska […]
USPS worker Mary Ann Magdamit took cards and checks from the mail to support her extravagant lifestyle showcased online.
California Postal Worker Accused of Mail Theft A former postal worker in California is accused of stealing credit and debit cards, as well as checks. Mary Anne Magdamit, 31, who worked at the Torrance Main Post Office, admitted in court that she had taken mail between 2022 and July 2025, a claim made by the […]
Affluent New Yorkers believe Amex Black Cards have lost their appeal.
Are You Losing Money on Your Credit Card? Remember when the Amex Black Card was the ultimate flex? A few years back, it was practically a status symbol, and even A$AP Mob dedicated a whole song to it. But, that was then, and, well, times have changed. Nowadays, practicality seems to take precedence over the […]
My Collection of Cards for Recent International Trips
My Card Hidden Places for My Latest International Travel Recently, I flew about 40,000 miles in July for work, which is quite a lot. I’ve got several credit cards in my wallet (you might have seen my July update), and I thought I’d share the ones that have been my go-tos on these travels. As […]