In the points and miles world, a mention of the infamous 5/24 rule is sure to follow whenever a Chase card comes up. Essentially, this refers to the unofficial rule that Chase won’t approve a credit card application for someone who has opened five or more new credit cards from any issuer in the past…

The American Express® Gold Card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) are always in my wallet — both are favorites here at TPG. Aside from the benefits of these cards, both the Sapphire Preferred and the Amex Gold earn flexible points, which I can transfer to partner airlines and hotels to…

The Transportation Security Administration is warning travelers that this Labor Day weekend will be one for the record books. As a result, travelers should budget extra time for security and everything else that comes with air travel. With 17.4 million people expected to fly over the holiday weekend — Thursday, Aug. 28, through Wednesday, Sept….

Despite an all-new loyalty program that launched last week, one of the best ways to quickly earn points with Alaska Airlines is remaining exactly the same. The airline’s partnership with Bilt Rewards isn’t going anywhere, which means renters can still turn their monthly payments into award flights aboard Alaska and its vast network of partners….

Wells Fargo Attune Card overview The Wells Fargo Attune® Card is a cash rewards card that stands out thanks to its unconventional bonus categories. While other cards earn bonus rewards on common expenses such as dining, travel and groceries, the no-annual-fee Wells Fargo Attune is a good choice to earn rewards on self-care, entertainment and…

Many companies offer discounts and deals over Labor Day weekend, and shopping portals are no exception. Perennial favorite Rakuten is celebrating the end of summer with three days of triple cash back (or American Express Membership Rewards points) at a variety of travel brands and other retailers. Here’s the lowdown on Rakuten’s Labor Day deals…

Starting early next year, plus-size passengers who request or require an extra seat on Southwest Airlines will now have to pay for that extra seat in advance — and then request a refund after the fact. This week, the Dallas-based airline quietly changed its long-standing policy on “customers of size,” which had been widely considered…

United Gateway Card overview The United Gateway℠ Card (see rates and fees) is a no-annual-fee airline credit card, ideal for those looking to dip their toes in the United MileagePlus program. If you fly with United Airlines or its Star Alliance partners, the Gateway card can help you boost your stash of miles for future…

Two years ago, Delta Air Lines sent its frequent flyers into an uproar when it made sweeping changes to its SkyMiles loyalty program, hiking qualification benchmarks for Medallion elite status and tightening its lounge access rules. There will be no such upheaval this year. Delta will leave its Medallion qualification requirements intact next year, a…

Pet ownership is a special part of life. According to Synchrony’s 2025 Pet Lifetime of Care study, more than 75% of pet owners consider their pet a family member, best friend or child. Many of those pet parents want nothing but the best for their furry friend, but it’s growing more expensive to take care…