As a Sapphire Preferred Card holder, this is how I maximize my Chase Travel Points.
I’m really into the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card. I’ve had it for quite a while, and honestly, it’s one of the best starter cards if you want to rack up transferable rewards. The welcome bonus is pretty generous, plus the annual fees are reasonable, and the bonus points categories are great too. I’ve used thousands […]
JPMorgan Chase Restructures Private Banking to Enhance International Investments
JPMorgan Chase has undergone a restructuring, with the recent appointment of David Frame as the new global head of its private banking division. Previously serving as the US chief of private banks, Frame’s new role was reported by The Wall Street Journal on July 3. This reorganization is intended to benefit wealthy clients worldwide, as […]
Three reasons I’m keeping the Chase Sapphire Reserve card.
Justifying the Cost of Premium Credit Cards Annual fees for premium credit cards can, at times, feel a bit excessive. Yet, I’ve held onto one specific card—my Chase Sapphire Reserve®—for almost a decade. I got it when it first came out in 2016 and, honestly, I’ve never considered canceling or downgrading. Now, nearly ten years […]
Is It Time to Lower Your Chase Sapphire Reserve Card? Here’s How to Make Your Choice
Chase has updated the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, introducing premium features such as credits for Peloton and Apple+, a Doordash membership with monthly credits, and enhanced travel benefits through its Chase Travel platform. However, all these upgrades come at a cost. The annual fee will increase to $795 from the previous $550. If you’re thinking about […]
Chase is adopting a similar approach to Capital One by only offering rewards for referring new Ink business cardholders.
Chase’s Changes to Referral Bonuses It looks like Chase is really going for the “Bomboyed of the Year Award” this December. After hiking up the annual fees for the Sapphire Reserve Card by 45%, boosting the coupon book benefits significantly, and eliminating the 1.5-cent redemption option through Chase Travel, they’ve also removed the somewhat inactive […]
Don’t Let the Chase Sapphire Reserve’s Apple Benefits and 100K Bonus Mislead You
Chase Sapphire Reserve® Updates The Chase Sapphire Reserve® card features new annual credits and benefits, including $250 a year for services like Apple Plus and Apple Music. While the details look appealing, especially with the promise of extra perks, the steep annual fee of $795 raises some eyebrows. To truly benefit from this card, holders […]
Amex Points Transfers to Emirates Will Soon Suffer a Major Blow, Are Chase and Others Coming Up Next?
Changes in Emirates Amex Transfer Ratio Coming Soon Emirates has long been a key option for travelers looking to transfer American Express Membership Reward points, especially for booking Business Class or upgrading to First Class. But some significant changes are looming on the horizon. On Tuesday, American Express quietly revealed an update to its transfer […]
Chase Sapphire Reserve’s The Edit credit: Key information to understand
If you hold a Chase Sapphire Reserve® card, you might know about Chase’s Premium Collection. This includes over 1,000 properties that can be booked through Chase Travel. Have you looked into what you can reserve? Some spots are pretty pricey; for instance, Oasis Tierra Atacama in the Chilean desert goes for over $2,860 a night. […]
Getting the most out of the Chase Sapphire Reserve’s 5 lifestyle credits
Chase Sapphire Reserve New Credits Overview This year, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® card has introduced several new credits, helping to mitigate the hefty annual fee of $795. Traditionally, the Sapphire Reserve has been well-regarded among travelers thanks to its extensive array of travel credits and insurance benefits. Recent enhancements have added various lifestyle credits, further […]
With Iran weakened, Trump can now chase peace in the Middle East.
Donald Trump has found himself in a powerful position in the Middle East. The assertive actions taken by Israel, along with its readiness to embrace risk, have allowed Trump to undermine Iran and showcase his ability to manage Israel’s aggression. He’s in a unique position and really ought to capitalize on it now. Iran attempted […]