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You know I love opening credit cards to earn welcome bonuses to book travel with points and miles. However, opening a credit card without a clear plan and strategy can lead to missed opportunities and wasted points. Here are some do’s and don’ts to consider before opening your next credit card. Do: Before you open […]

March 3, 2024

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I am so excited to share Jess’s reader redemption story to Paris! She did a great job utilizing points to cover her hotels and airfare! Jess’s Story I went with my husband to Paris in the summer of 2022. It was our first international trip since pre-COVID, and we were celebrating our 15th engagement anniversary […]

September 13, 2023

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Rental cars can be an expensive part of travel. Some sites like Autoslash and companies like Costco and AAA offer discounted rates. The NEA is a teacher union that provides up to 30% discounts on rental cars. Your company or industry may have something similar. Using your Capital One Venture X card, you can also use […]

July 12, 2023