Redeem Amex MR Points Via Apple Pay

Details Written by: RJ American Express is now allowing MR points to be redeemed at purchase when using Apple Pay. Cardholders will have the option when paying in Apple Pay with a linked American Express card.   “Card Members want rewards that fit naturally into how they shop and spend,” said Lisa Kalhans, Executive Vice…

Varo Bank – $150 Checking Bonus

Offer Details Written by: RJ Requirements Open a new checking account Direct deposit $500 within 45 days of opening Bonus posts within 7 days of completion Eligibility Nationwide New customers only Fees Varo is fee free Account Closure No rule listed Referral link Terms 6/30/26 Thoughts Highest offer I’ve seen Varo run. Advertiser Disclosure: Some…

Wyndham Updates Award Night Tiers

Details Written by: RJ Wyndham has updated their award night tiers: Starting September 15, 2026, we’re expanding to four free night redemption tiers: 5,000, 15,000, 30,000, and 45,000 points per bedroom per night. This means free nights will now start at 5,000 points (instead of 7,500) while a small number of our most elevated hotels…

US Bank – $450 Checking Bonus

Offer Details Written by: RJ Requirements Open a new Smartly Checking account Direct deposit the following amounts within 90 days of opening Direct deposit $2k within 90 days of opening – $250 Direct deposit $5k within 90 days of opening – $350 Direct deposit $8k within 90 days of opening – $450 Bonus posts 30…

Verizon Visa Rewards Update

Details Written by: RJ The Verizon card will now let cardholders redeem Verizon Dollars (the points currency) towards a Verizon bill. Prior to this change Verizon dollars could only be redeemed for accessory items from Verizon. Additionally the new Verizon Shine Rewards program notes cardholders can get 1x for using their card to pay a…