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Citi® Double Cash vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited® Written by Brooklyn Lowery June 5, 2020 Travel rewards often steal the spotlight when it comes to credit card perks and rewards, but a great cash-back rewards credit card can likely find a place in just about anyone's wallet. CardName and CardName are both strong choices for a cash-back credit card. Neither charges an annual fee and both offer an introductory 0% APR [...]

The everyday cardholder’s guide to traveling on credit card rewards Written by Brooklyn Lowery February 26, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTSPLANNING A FAMILY VACATION ON CREDIT CARD REWARDS? WHICH CREDIT CARDS EARN THE BEST REWARDS? BEST PRACTICES FOR EARNING CREDIT CARD REWARDS [RELATED_ARTICLE]Take a stroll through a credit card travel rewards blog or Facebook group and you’ll find plenty of envy-inducing stories of lay-flat seats on luxurious first-class, transpacific flights; gorgeous five-star spa treatments in the [...]

Which Chase Ink business credit card is right for you? Written by Benjamin Pape February 21, 2020 The information related to these credit cards has been collected by CardRatings and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of the cards. The three Chase Ink business cards provide incredible rewards value on everyday spend for small business owners. Whether your business expenses are primarily travel related, at office supply stores, or fluctuate [...]

Guide to the Southwest Companion Pass Written by Benjamin Pape February 21, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTSWHAT IS THE SOUTHWEST COMPANION PASS? HOW DOES THE SOUTHWEST COMPANION PASS WORK? HOW DO YOU GET THE SOUTHWEST COMPANION PASS? WHAT IS CHASE'S 5/24 RULE? FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS IS THE SOUTHWEST COMPANION PASS WORTH IT? [RELATED_ARTICLE]WHAT IS THE SOUTHWEST COMPANION PASS? The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the most valuable statuses available to frequent travelers. A perk exclusive [...]

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card vs. American Express® Gold Card Written by Benjamin Pape January 24, 2020 With excellent ongoing rewards, valuable new card member welcome offers, and flexible redemption options, the CardName and CardName offer great value with relatively low annual fees. Taking into account the numerous benefits that these cards provide, both of them were named to the CardRatings 2020 list of Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards. While these [...]

Ink Business Preferred® vs. Ink Business Cash℠ Written by Benjamin Pape January 23, 2020 The information related to these credit cards has been collected by CardRatings and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of the cards. The CardName and CardName are two popular Chase business credit cards both falling in the "Ink" family. Both also carry a CardRatings Best Business Credit Card winner title, but which [...]

Chase Freedom® vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited® Written by Maryalene LaPonsie December 13, 2019 (The information related to Chase Freedom® has been collected by CardRatings and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of this card.) While points and miles are nice, everyone needs a good all-purpose cash-back card in their wallet. Cash-back cards generally ensure you are rewarded for every purchase and with something you can always [...]

American Express Platinum vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve® Written by Benjamin Pape December 6, 2019 In the world of premium rewards credit cards, two of the most widely known and used cards are the CardName and CardName. American Express is a CardRatings advertiser. Both of these cards have great rewards earning rates and welcome offers, valuable point redemption benefits, and stellar travel perks. These cards come at a higher [...]

What you need to know about metal credit cards Written by Jennifer Doss July 30, 2019 Heavier than their plastic counterparts, metal credit cards are gaining popularity among some credit card users. They’re sleek, sturdy and still relatively rare in comparison to plastic cards, making them a status symbol for some. So what are the benefits of metal credit cards? The cons? Who offers them? Let’s start with a bit of history [...]

Best credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck reimbursements Written by Jennifer Doss June 11, 2019 Best credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck reimbursements Global Entry and TSA PreCheck membership can make for a smoother airport experience. CardRatings editors break down the perks and discuss which credit cards waive application fees for cardholders.There are many things to love about traveling, but we think it’s safe to say that [...]