American Express Ends Credit Card Churning with “Once per Lifetime” Rule

American Express Ends Credit Card Churning with “Once per Lifetime” Rule

Via Miles to Memories, and many other blogs reporting this currently, American Express has now added the “once per lifetime” rule to the terms and conditions of its business card applications. Because this rule was already in place for personal cards, this effectively ends all credit card churning with American Express. Going forward, I advise against applying for … Read more

Upgrades to American Express Platinum & Business Platinum Cards

Upgrades to American Express Platinum & Business Platinum Cards

One more catch-up post from my vacation. American Express has announced two new enhancements to their Platinum card lineup, one for their personal card and the other for their business card. Link to Press Release American Express Platinum Card (Personal) Effective October 6, the Platinum Card will now earn 5x Membership Rewards points on flights booked directly … Read more

Which Credit Card to Get & Saving Miles with Geography

Which Credit Card to Get & Saving Miles with Geography

If you’ve been poking around this website, you’ve probably already seen the page Which Credit Card Should I Get?, but it’s been a work-in-progress, and I’ve finally finished it. Go ahead and take a look if you haven’t already. For those of you who aren’t new to this game, I’ve also included a reference toward the bottom … Read more

Alliant Cashback Visa Signature Credit Card

Alliant Cashback Visa Signature Credit Card

There is no online application currently. Call (800) 328-1935 to apply. Quick Summary 3% cash back first year, 2.5% after that $59 annual fee, waived the first year No foreign transaction fees Link to Terms and Conditions Discussion There is no signup bonus, but you can get this card without a hard pull if you are … Read more

Chase Launches Aer Lingus Visa Signature Card; Increases Bonuses for British Airways and Iberia Credit Cards

Chase Launches Aer Lingus Visa Signature Card; Increases Bonuses for British Airways and Iberia Credit Cards

Direct Link The bonus is tiered as follows: 50,000 Avios after $3,000 spend within first 3 months 25,000 Avios after $10,000 total spend within your first year 25,000 Avios after $20,000 total spend within your first year The amounts are cumulative, meaning if you spend exactly $20,000 in your first year, you’ll have 100,000 Avios … Read more