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Details Written by: RJ Chase has sent out a survey regarding potential changes for the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card:   Annual fee: $229 Multipliers…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has sent an email to Strata Premier cardholders changing the cash redemption of Thank You points:   First reported by…

Details Written by: RJ Chime has filed for NASDAQ IPO Financial technology company Chime on Tuesday filed paperwork to go public on the Nasdaq. The…

Details Written by: RJ PNC Bank has launched a new credit card PNC Spend Wise Annual fee: $0 Multipliers: N/A Benefits APR reduction program: Earn…

Details Written by: RJ Marriott has announced plans to buy the citizenM brand. Today, Marriott International (Nasdaq: MAR) announced it has reached an agreement to…

Details Written by: RJ Southwest Airlines has updated benefits for the Rapid Rewards program. As well as some credit card benefits. TPG summarized them below:…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is surveying cardholders about a potential new card:   First reported by DoC Thoughts There is a gap in…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has added redemption options for student loan repayments. BILT points can be redeemed at 1 cent per point towards…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has added Southwest Airlines as a transfer partner. BILT points can be transferred to Southwest’s Rapid Rewards program at…

Details Written by: RJ MGM and FNBO have launched another cobranded card together MGM Rewards Iconic World Elite Mastercard Annual fee: $249 Multipliers 6x points…

Details Written by: RJ According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple is looking to not only replace Goldman as the banking part but also swap…

Details Written by: RJ A reliable source has sent details around changes to US Bank’s Smartly card and program. Not sure when these take effect,…

Details Written by: RJ Chase and Lyft have updated their partnership benefits. These new benefits start 4/1/25 – 9/30/27. Sapphire Reserve & J.P. Morgan Reserve Cardmembers…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has updated the United card lineup. Club Infinite & Business Annual fee: Personal card from $525 to $695, an increase…

Details Written by: RJ Wyndham has launched a rewards debit card with Sunrise Bank Wyndham Rewards Debit Card Monthly fee: $6 Waived with average monthly…

Details Written by: RJ Updates on the Capital One + Discover Merger – DOJ now has concerns about the merger impacting competition. At the same…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank as launched a new credit card: US Bank Shield Visa Card Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 4x on prepaid air,…

Details Written by: RJ Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex Q2 5x categories: Amazon Streaming services Press release Thoughts Helpful for some, not so much for…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank is changing the fee structure of its checking accounts. Previously holding a US Bank credit card would waive the…

Details Written by: RJ Discover Q2 5x categories: Grocery stores Wholesale clubs Thoughts Groceries is always an easy one in my opinion. Advertiser Disclosure: Some…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt has announced the 2025 award chart updates: When you book before March 25, your reservations will follow the current free…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has restored JetBlue as a transfer partner. Points transfer at a 5:3 ratio. 2,000 Capital One miles = 1,200…

Details Written by: RJ Barclays has extended its cobranded credit card partnership with Wyndham. The press release doesn’t point out how long the extension is…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt is purchasing Playa Hotels & Resorts for $2.6 billion. Hyatt has firmly established itself as a leader in the all-inclusive…

Details Written by: RJ The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has been ordered to shut down. Russell Vought, the new director of the Office of Management…

Details Written by: RJ New JetBlue card is now live: JetBlue Premier Annual fee: $499 ($150 for authorized user cards) Multipliers 6x JetBlue & Paisly…

Details Written by: RJ Ally is selling their credit card portfolio to CardWorks PRNewswire/ — Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) and CardWorks, Inc. today announced that…

Details Written by: RJ   CNBC is reporting on an American Express settlement with the DOJ American Express will pay a total of about $230…

Details Written by: RJ New reporting from MacRumors states Apple is in talks with three banks to potentially become the new home of Apple Card…

Details Written by: RJ In a recent Reuters interview, Goldman Sachs top boss says the Apple Card contract could end early: “We have a contract…

Details Written by: RJ WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) sued Capital One, N.A., and its parent holding company, Capital One…

Details Written by: RJ In a recent interview about cutting mortgage operations, Ally Banks top boss also tossed in a hint at credit cards: Rhodes…

Details Written by: RJ The CFPB has implemented a rule that will remove medical debt from credit reports:   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Consumer…

Details Written by: RJ The American Express Business Platinum card has added a new credit. There’s now a $200 Hilton credit available. Cardholders must enroll…

Details Written by: RJ The CFBP has an interesting article about the devaluation of rewards points. Today’s circular warns that companies may violate federal law…

Details Written by: RJ Chase Q1 2025 5x categories: Norwegian Cruise Lines Grocery Stores (excluding Walmart and Target) Fitness Clubs & Gym Memberships Hair, Nails…

Details Written by: RJ Alaska Airlines is planning a new higher end credit card next year: Details Experience more with 3X miles on all eligible…

Details Written by: RJ Apple has added two new options to the list of 3x categories. Booking.com – Online travel booking Chargepoint  – EV charging…

Details Written by: RJ Citi and American Airlines have announced an updated partnership. This makes Citi the sole issuer of AA cards. Previously, the partnership…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has Interesting read. Main take away is BILT would like us to know the business is more than the…

Details Written by: RJ Discover has announced the Q1 2025 5x categories: Home improvement Dining Steaming As a reminder – Categories must be activated on…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One’s newest lounge in Ronald Regan International Airport (DCA). The lounge is split into two parts; a classic lounge on…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has extended partnership with three primary credits on the card. Dell – 6/30/25 Adobe – 6/30/25 Indeed – No…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has opened a new Sapphire lounge in Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Thoughts Always nice to have more options. Advertiser…

Details Written by: RJ The Chase Sapphire Terrace in Austin Airport is set close in March of 2025. The Terrace was always intended to be…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has file a trademark for ‘Strata Lounge’. Description: Providing lounge services for credit card members attending music, culinary, sporting and…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has updated the Savor product line. This is only a new paint job and a naming change to Savor…

Details Written by: RJ Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers now have access to the Maple Leaf lounge network. This works for flying with any Star Alliance…

Details Written by: RJ The American Express Green card is losing the Lounge Buddy credit. This will be effective 1/13/25 for existing cardholders. The credit…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has added Virgin to it’s transfer partners list. This works for both Virgin Red and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.…

Details Written by: RJ Citi and American Airlines are discussing the potential of making Citi the exclusive issuer of the AA credit card line. Currently,…

Details Written by: RJ Jet Blue has announced two new airport lounges and a premium credit card. Here’s what we know so far. Lounges JFK…

Details Written by: RJ Best Western has relaunched a credit card line. This time around with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial. Best Western…

Details Written by: RJ The Department of Transportation has approved the Alaska + Hawaiian merger. DoT did add provisions to the deal: Protecting the value…

Details Written by: RJ PayPal is ending their business credit card effective 9/23/24   This letter is to inform you that the PayPal Business Cashback…

Details Written by: RJ Reports are out stating Apple is in talks with Chase to acquire the Apple Card portfolio. Chase is looking for discounted…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has announced the Q4 2024 5x categories for the Freedom & Freedom Flex: PayPal McDonalds Pet shops and vet services…

Details Written by: RJ Discover has released the Q4 2024 5x categories. These were being announced at the start of the third month in the…

Details Written by: RJ American Express is sending out notices regrading use of the Uber credits. Starting 11/8/24, the user must also select the American…

Details Written by: RJ Goldman Sachs is selling the GM credit card program to Barclays. Goldman Sachs is likely to get less than the outstanding…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank is launching a new card. The Smartly Visa Signature. It’s currently not open for application, can join a wait…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has added Walgreens as a new partner. Automatic FSA/HSA Savings: Members can shop at Walgreens using any linked debit…

Details Written by: RJ PayPal’s debit card now offers 5x back on a category of your choice. Capped at $1k in spend per month. Category…

Details Written by: RJ Last week the Alaska + Hawaiian airlines merger looked to be a done deal. Now, Alaska has revised the press release…

Details Written by: RJ Chase and Southwest are surveying cardholders on potential changes to the cobranded cards. It looks to be in response to Southwest…

Details Written by: RJ Hawaiian airlines is no longer a transfer option for BILT Rewards as the contract was not renewed. The effort to create…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has filed a trademark for the name ‘Strata Select’. This filing is under the sale and marketing credit cards with…

Details Written by: RJ Upgrade has launched a new line of credit card My Five Cash Rewards Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 5x up to $3k…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is increased lounge access pricing for non cardholders. Originally the price was $65, that has now increased to $90.…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has announced plans for a new Centurion Lounge in Salt Lake City International Airport. Details are slim, estimated opening…

Details Written by: RJ Synchrony Bank has published details of the Virgin Red card. There’s currently a waitlist for those interested. Virgin Red Rewards Annual…

Details Written by: RJ CLEAR has raised membership prices by $10 to $199. Additional members price is also up to $119, previously $89. American Expressed…

Details Written by: RJ Chase and Door Dash have added perks to the core Chase cards: Sapphire Reserve® Cardmembers with active, free DashPass memberships will…

Details Written by: RJ In a recent email to cardholders, BILT Rewards snuck in a line stating Rent days will soon be capped. Starting 10/1/24,…

Details Written by: RJ Barclays and Hawaiian Airlines have renewed their cobranded card partnership. End date is not listed. “The contract extension with Hawaiian Airlines…

Details Written by: RJ Chase is sending emails notifying cardholders of a change in benefits administrator and underwriter providers Change of note Travel accident coverage…

Details Written by: RJ American Express refreshed Gold card leaks. Noted changes are below: Annual fee: Increases from $250 to $325 Intro offer: 60,000 points…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has retired the Savor One Rewards card. This is the version with the $95 annual fee. The free version…

Details Written by: RJ Update 7/16 – I’ve been informed by a reader that Capital One is sending letter stating Walmart card will be converted…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo and Expedia have released details on their new cobranded cards:   Press release Thoughts New cards always interesting. Decent…

Details Written by: RJ Chase and Marriott have a minor refresh for the Bonvoy Bold card Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 3x Marriott purchases 2x Grocery…

Details Written by: RJ WSJ is reporting Chase may begin charing customers more fees on accounts. With the potential to impact 86 million customers.  …

Details Written by: RJ Evolve Bank & Trust was victim of a data breech. This is the bank behind many of the Fintech platforms we…

Details Written by: RJ Updated 6/25/24 – Federal judge has blocked this settlement. No details now, both networks have until 6/28/24 to respond.   Visa…

Details Written by: RJ Priority Pass is adding 10 more Escape lounges to the catalogue: Bradley International Airport (BDL) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)…

Details Written by: RJ The Wall Street Journal has a new post noting the financials between Wells Fargo and BILT Rewards. According to former employee:…

Details Written by: RJ Chase Freedom/Freedom Flex Q3 categories Gas stations EV Charging Select live entertainment Movie theaters As always, categories need to be activated…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has announced a new Sapphire Lounge for LAX. Limited details and no launch date. The lounge will be 9,234 square…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is adding another lounge in JFK International Airport. Details are scarce. It’ll be 13,000 square feet and located in…

Details Written by: RJ Curve Card is shutting down in the US. Below messages when to users. Curve does mention returning with a new product…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has dropped a surprise new card: Attune Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 4x Self-care 4x Select sports, recreation, & entertainment…

Details Written by: RJ Discover has published Q3 2024 5x categories. As always, these need to be activated on each card. Grocery stores Walmart Thoughts…

Details Written by: RJ Amazon is making Grub Hub+ membership a permanent part of the Amazon Prime membership benefits. $0 delivery fee 5% back on…

Details Written by: RJ Amazon has raised the minimum reload requirement to $5. Thoughts This is annoying as many bonus hunters do reloads of $1…

Details Written by: RJ PayPal is lowering the 2x on all purchases multiplier to 1.5x. The change is live now for new applicants. I believe…

Details Written by: RJ Cardless has released two new cards with Avianca Airways Avianca  Annual fee: $99 Multipliers 2x Avianca and Life miles purchases 2x…

Details Written by: RJ Visa has announced new upgrades coming to cards on their payment network. No word yet on banks who are opting in…

Details Written by: RJ Beginning May 15th, all Alaska Airlines Visa Signature cardholders will be able to pay their rent through Bilt and earn 3X…

Details Written by: RJ Wise has sent notice that transfer fees will be increasing. The two most here will care about ACH transfer sent from Wise…

Details Written by: RJ Citi Strata Premier is now live. Originally expected to go live this Thursday.. guess with the leak Citi said full send.…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has added Hilton as a transfer partner. Beginning May 8th, all Bilt Rewards members will be able to transfer…

Details Written by: RJ Citi Strata Premier details have been found online. Strata Premier Annual fee: $95 Multipliers 3x Restaurants 3x Supermarkets 3x Gas stations…

Details Written by: RJ Delta and American Express are back with another limited edition version of the Delta Reserve. Like the original black version, these…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has launched the new Business Signify card. It’s not on the main page but it does show at this…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards has added Blade as a new partner. Benefits Complementary BLADE flight between Manhattan and JFK or Newark each year…

Details Written by: RJ Cardless is partnering with Qatar Airways to launch two cards here in the states. No details yet. There is a waitlist…

Details Written by: RJ US Customs & Border Patrol has announced price hikes for the trusted traveler programs: Global Entry – $120 NEXUS – $120…

Details Written by: RJ The Edit by Chase Travel is now live. Book through this program gives the following benefits for the Sapphire Reserve, JP…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has updated the pay yourself back categories for the Sapphire Reserve: Annual fee 1.25x Gas stations 1.25x Wholesale clubs 1.25x…

Details Written by: RJ American Express & Hilton have finally revamped the Hilton Honors Business card: Hilton Honors Business Annual fee: $195 Multipliers 12x Hilton…

Details Written by: RJ Chase is removing restaurants from its version of Priority Pass memberships starting 7/1/24. This will be effect for the Sapphire Reserve,…

Details Written by: RJ Robinhood has launched a new-ish credit card. This is more so a relaunch/rebranding of the old X1 card. Robinhood Gold Card…

Details Written by: RJ Barclays and Breeze Airways have released a new credit card. Breeze Easy Visa Credit Card Annual fee: $89 Multipliers 10x Nicer…

Details Written by: RJ United Airlines has added a feature to the Milage Plus program that allows points pooling: Any MileagePlus member over 18 years…

Details Written by: RJ M1 Finance has sent account holder notice that there will be a monthly fee coming in May. Accounts without a personal…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards & Alaska Airlines have announced a new partnership Bilt Members can now transfer points 1:1 into Alaska miles, redeemable…

Details Written by: RJ Q2 2024 Chase Freedom/Flex 5x categories: Amazon Whole Foods Hotels Restaurants As a reminder you can activate these starting 3/15/24. You…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards and American Airlines are ending their transfer partner arrangement in June.   Bilt and American have agreed to wind…

Details Written by: RJ Target is changing the Target Red card over to the Target Circle card. This is primarily a branding change over to…

Details Written by: RJ The American Express Platinum card will be removing Sirius XM from the digital entertainment credit 5/8/24.   First reported by Frequent…

Details Written by: RJ American Express and point.me have announced a new partnership for Amex cardholders Today, point.me, the points and travel reward search platform,…

Details Written by: RJ Discover has sent out emails informing cardholders that gambling purchases will now code as a cash advance.   We are writing…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has opened another Sapphire lounge. This time in Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This lounge is more so a rebrand…

Details Written by: RJ Transfer partners go live on 4/1/24. Transfers will be open to all points earning cards, including the Autograph and the new…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo Autograph Journey final details and launch date: Autograph Journey Annual fee: $95 Multipliers 5x Hotels 4x Airlines 3x Travel…

Details Written by: RJ The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized a rule today to cut excessive credit card late fees by closing a loophole…

Details Written by: RJ A source reached out with changes coming to US Bank cards. Letters have started to go out to cardholders starting this…

Details Written by: RJ American Express is alerting some cardholders of a data breech. The breech was on a merchant processors end and not the…

Details Written by: RJ Discover IT Cash Q2 2024 categories: Gas stations & EV charging Home improvement stores Public transit Thoughts Not a bad haul…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has added a new category to certain cards. 5x back on entertainment booked via Capital One Entertainment Venture X…

Details Written by: RJ New details for the Wells Fargo Signify business cards: Signify Cash Credit Card Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 2x All purchases $500…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt has published the updated 2024 award charts. New chart is effective as of 3/26/24. Anything booked prior to this date…

Details Written by: RJ Google is ending support for Google Pay in the US on 6/4/24. Users can make the switch to Google Wallet, which…

Details Written by: RJ American has released a few changes to their loyalty program today: Earning miles Effective 5/1/24, American is adding new requirements to…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is set to purchase Discover Bank for $35.3 billion. This would be an all stock deal. Capital One would…

Details Written by: RJ Delta is upgraded and expanding some Sky Club lounges: Premium lounges planned: JFK – June 2024 LAX – Q4 2024 BOS…

Details Written by: RJ Hilton is adding Small luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) to their booking options. From the press quotes it sounds like…

Details Written by: RJ New leaks for the upcoming Wells Fargo Autograph Journey card. Set to launch in March with an annual fee of $95.…

Details Written by: RJ American Express and Delta have revamped the full lineup of personal and business cards:   Companion passes also gain more optionality…

Details Written by: RJ During the American Express Q4 2023 earnings call the CFO mentioned plans to refresh 40 cards globally in 2024: In 2024,…

Details Written by: RJ Certain coupons on the American Express business platinum card are now set to end on 12/31/24. This included the Dell, Indeed,…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has a new partnership with Small Luxury Hotels (SLH). To start, 193/500 SLH properties will be available with this…

Details Written by: RJ The merger between Spirit and JetBlue has been blocked by the DOJ: In sum, the Court has made its best attempt,…

Details Written by: RJ We have a new ‘luxury’ card to take a look at. DoC says this is a relaunch/rebarnd of the Titan Card…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has opened another Sapphire Lounge this week. This time in Laguardia (LGA): Next week Chase will open another lounge in…

Details Written by: RJ MGM & Marriott have released the program partnership benefits Press release Thoughts Not much to see here at the lower tiers.…

Details Written by: RJ American Airlines has announced program updates for 2024: Exclusive AAdvantage member benefits In the coming months, you’ll enjoy more flexibility when…

Details Written by: RJ Chase will be removing the $10/month Go Puff credit from their cards. Partnership officially ends on 12/31/23.   First reported by:…

Details Written by: RJ Clear is planning service upgrades in 2024 Identity+ CLEAR’s NextGen Identity+ is the highest fidelity digital identity, unlocking physical and digital…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards is updating elite status requirements for 2024: Blue – Standard Silver – 50k points or  $10k spend Gold -…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards is adding Avianca as its newest airline transfer partner. The option is live today and points transfer at 1:1…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has announced the Q1 2024 5x categories for the Freedom and Freedom Flex Sarting January 1 through March 31, 2024,…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is removing Capital One & Plaza Premium lounge access from the Venture and Spark Miles line. This change will…

Details Written by: RJ Interesting interview with the IHG boss on the credit card partnerships. Today, the hotel group generates approximately $100 million yearly in…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has announced a new hotel program for Sapphire Reserve cardholders. The Edit by Chase Travel will launch in 2024. As…

Details Written by: RJ Earlier this fall it was announced Universal was launching a cobranded card in early 2024. Interestingly enough the timeline must have…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt has sent out emails regarding updates to the 2024 rewards program. Starting January 1, 2024, your World of Hyatt membership…

Details Written by: RJ Alaska Air is purchasing Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion. Alaska is paying $18 per share in cash, a 270% premium. This…

Details Written by: RJ Discover Q12024 5x categories: Drugstores Restaurants Thoughts Meh, drugstores sell gift cards. That’s good enough for me. Having a 5x dining…

Details Written by: RJ Yesterday it was reported that Wells Fargo had filed new trademarks for the Autograph line. Today, proof on the Wells Fargo…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has filed a few new trade marks under the Autograph name: Autograph Beyond Autograph Journey No additional details given.…

Details Written by: RJ The Wall Street Journal is reporting Apple is ending their partnership with Goldman Sachs. This will include the Apple Card and…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One appears to be adding a new business card. A DoC reader found an application link for the Spark Business…

Details Written by: RJ PNC has launched a new credit card; the PNC Cash Unlimited Visa card. This is a classic 2x all purchases card.…

Details Written by: RJ Alaska Airlines has announced milage program updates for 2024. Starting in March of 2024, there will be three regions (below) and…

Details Written by: RJ Southwest has begun informing fliers of a coming points devaluation. Starting 1/1/24 points will be worth 4% less. Rough SW points…

Details Written by: RJ United has announced the 2024 Milage Plus program changes: We want to stay loyal to our MileagePlus® members because you’ve remained…

Details Written by: RJ he Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is exploring regulating non-banks and fintechs that operate in the payment services space. Think Apple…

Details Written by: RJ The Paceline credit card is making a return. No word yet on card details. Originally, the interesting perk was via the…

Details Written by: RJ Marriott has made adjustments to the Suite Night Awards Beginning in early 2024, Suite Night Awards™ will be called Nightly Upgrade…

Details Written by: RJ Intuit is sunsetting Mint on 1/1/24. Mint users can join Credit Karma, another Intuit product that does mostly the same thing.…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One is set to open their third airport lounge on 11/3/23. This time in Denver airport. Details Hours 5am-9pm Location:…

Details Written by: RJ Neon Money Club is releasing a new card with Evolve Bank and American Express. Card is open for pre-order now. Cream…

Details Written by: RJ American Airlines is running a status match promotion for Delta & United flyers: How it works Enjoy the benefits of status…

Details Written by: RJ Hilton and American Express have revamped the Hilton card lineup. All cards get a fresh paint job, while the Aspire and…

Details Written by: RJ Delta has posted revised Sky Miles program changes. We received valuable feedback from our SkyMiles® Members about changes to our SkyMiles…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has added 118 Four Seasons properties to the luxury hotel & resort program. This program is open when booking via…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has added Leading Hotels of the World as a transfer partner. According to OMAAT “Leading Hotels of the World is…

Details Written by: RJ Southwest has announced changes to the Rapid Rewards program for 2024:   Earn A-List Status Faster: Starting Jan. 1, 2024, Southwest…

Details Written by: RJ Cardless & TAP Air Portugal have teamed up to launch a new card. This card runs on the Amex payment network…

Details Written by: RJ Bank of America has announced the return of their More Rewards promotion. This runs for one day, 11/9/23. Purchases made will…

Details Written by: RJ Mastercard is adding Instacart & Peacock to their payment network benefits list:   Instacart: Eligible World Mastercard and World Elite Mastercard cardholders…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has updated the eligibility terms for the personal Gold card welcome offer: You may not be eligible to receive…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo is adding transfer partners to the Autograph card (review) Effective November 15, 2023: Points Transfer A new online redemption…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has revamped the Business Gold card. American Express Business Gold Card Annual fee: $375 Multipliers 4x on top two…

Details Written by: RJ Amazon has updated their gift card purchasing rules. Previously you were able to use your Amazon gift card balance to buy…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has updated the intro offer rules in the cash back lineup. You may not be eligible to receive the…

Details Written by: RJ After reworking the Delta Sky Miles program, Delta says “they may have gone too far” Below are some of the comments…

Details Written by: RJ USAA has launched a new travel credit card; Eagle Navigator. This card seems to be soft launching to some existing customers…

Details Written by: RJ Fidelity has removed the foreign transaction fee from the Fidelity Rewards card. The card was charging a 1% FTF before this…

Details Written by: RJ Costco has announced they will no longer accept Discover cards for online purchases. In store Costco only accepts Visa. We are…

Details Written by: RJ American Express is removing the ‘upgrade with points’ feature. The below notice has been sent to customers on their latest statements.…

Details Written by: RJ Continuing on with the Delta/American Express changes,the terms and conditions for the personal Delta cards have been updated: You may not…

Details Written by: RJ Chase has announced the Q4 5x categories for 2023 PayPal Wholesale clubs Select charities These are for both the Freedom and…

Details Written by: RJ Delta has released it’s Sky Miles and Sky Club updates Sky Miles program Sky Miles members will now earn status via…

Details Written by: RJ American Airlines is ended its Northeast Alliance with JetBlue. This allowed flyers with Admirals Club memberships to access lounges when flying…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has tweaked the Venture X $300 travel credit. Previously this was a $300 statement credit applied to spend that…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank has tweaked the Altitude Reserve Priority Pass benefit. The card now offers 8 total passes that can be used…

Details Written by: RJ Xbox/Microsoft has announced a new Xbox Mastercard. The card will be issued by Barclays. Application will first be available to Xbox…

Details Written by: RJ Chase & Hyatt have sent a survey to cardmembers on what would appear to be a new mid/high tier Hyatt card.…

Details Written by: RJ Beond is a Maldives based all business class airline. Beond is framing themselves as the “worlds first premium leisure airline”. Beond…

Details Written by: RJ Priority Technology Holdings as purchased Plastiq. This is the continuation of the original story where Plastiq filed chapter 11 bankruptcy in…

Details Written by: RJ PYMNTS is reporting Visa & Mastercard will being increasing processing fees in October and April. It appears that many of the…

Details Written by: RJ Discover has announced the Q4 2023 5x categories: Earn 5x cash back on up to $1,500 in combined purchases in: Target…

Details Written by: RJ A few weeks ago we highlighted the new business credit card landing page for Wells Fargo. It teases a new card…

Details Written by: RJ Bank of America has updated the 3x category choices on the Customized Cash card: Gas stations Added EV charging Online shopping…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has refreshed its banking tiers. Previously the deposit account products were separated into ‘account packages’ where a user would pick…

Details Written by: RJ Delta has opened a new Sky Club in Boston’s Logan International Airport. Details ~21,000 square feet Seats 400 Hours: 1:30pm -…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has announced updates to the Platinum card Authorized users Additional Platinum cards will now cost $195 each. The old…

Details Written by: RJ IHG Hotels & Resorts is launching a new ‘midscale conversion’ brand; Garner – An IHG Hotel. First properties are expected to…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has tightened their welcome offer eligibility requirements: Existing or previous cardmembers are not eligible for this product if they…

Details Written by: RJ Wired is reporting on new findings from cyber security researchers on loyalty programs. The research looks at Points, the company behind…

Details Written by: RJ Credit rating agency Moody’s has cut the credit ratings of smaller to mid sized banks. Downgraded banks of note M&T Bank…

Details Written by: RJ We’ve seen a Reddit rumor pop up claiming Delta/American Express will be making more changes to Sky Club access. Specifically focused…

Details Written by: RJ American Express has added Qatar Airways as a transfer partner. Membership rewards points can be transferred to Qatar Airways Privilege Club…

Details Written by: RJ Walmart & Expedia have teamed up to offer travel benefits to Walmart + customers. Rewards are paid out in Walmart Cash.…

Details Written by: RJ New reporting from The Information adds context into why the Apple Card/Goldman Sachs partnership could be ending. The full article is…

Details Written by: RJ Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning more than 95 countries, today announced…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank & Korean Air have updated their Sky Pass lineup of cobranded credit cards. They come in three flavors, all…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt is upgrading their reservation system. The hotel chain is switching to Sabre’s central reservation system. This change will cover all…

Details Written by: RJ The Federal Reserve announced today that their new instant payment service; FedNow is now live. ‘The Federal Reserve built the FedNow…

Details Written by: RJ The basic American Airlines card is being discontinued. This is different than the AAdvantage cards currently issued by Citi. This basic…

Details Written by: RJ MGM seems to have gotten over the Hyatt breakup rather quickly. MGM & Marriott have announced a new partnership.The new partnership…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt and MGM are breaking up on 9/30/23. This means the status matching Hyatt/MGM status to one another will be ending…

Details Written by: RJ Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ordered Bank of America to pay more than $100 million to customers for systematically…

Details Written by: RJ American Airlines is beginning a refresh of their Admirals Club airport lounges. Changes being rolling out 7/23/23 and will be at…

Details Written by: RJ After much rumor Citi has announced the revamp of the American Airlines Advantage Executive card. Changes go live 7/23/23   AAdvantage…

Details Written by: RJ Fellow YouTuber Mark Reese is reporting American Express no longer counts tax payments towards welcome offer spend. This is backed up…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has a ‘new business card coming soon’ page up on their small business credit card landing page. Previously Wells…

Details Written by: RJ Mac Rumors and WSJ are reporting that Goldman Sachs could be looking to move their credit card portfolio. The headliner is…

Details Written by: RJ Elan Credit Card; a US Bank company that issues and manages credit cards for smaller banks and credit unions is out…

Details Written by: RJ Available through Capital One Travel, the Lifestyle Collection will allow eligible cardholders to find and book stays at vibrant, boutique hotels…

Details Written by: RJ Multiple outlets have been reporting a new round of American Express claw backs. These seem to be related to points boots…

Details Written by: RJ American Express again running the #AmExAppreciates promotion. This go around some Platinum card holders are receiving $100 Charles Tyrwhitt gift cards.…

Details Written by: RJ Robinhood has agreed to purchase X1 for $95 million in an all cash deal. The deal is expected to close sometime…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has made some minor updates to the Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card Enhanced Offers Platform Citi Easy Deals is now “My…

Details Written by: RJ VTW is reporting Marriott is making changes to their suite night awards Hotels will get paid more by Marriott Starting next…

Details Written by: RJ   The Chase Freedom FlexSM  Q3 2023 categories have been announced: Gas stations & EV charging Live entertainment Categories can be…

Details Written by: RJ Barclays and Breeze Airways have announced a new cobranded credit card partnership. We don’t have many details on the card. It’ll…

Details Written by: RJ WSJ is reporting lawmakers are set to introduce another bill aimed at credit card swipe fees. This is very similar to…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has purchased Velocity Black, a digital concierge company. “This acquisition brings together two companies focused on finding new ways…

Offer Details Written by: RJ Plaza Premium Lounges and Priority Pass have made up after the split in 2021. 63 total Plaza Premium Lounges are…

Offer Details Written by: RJ The good DoC got the details on the Chase Freedom Rise card:   Chase Freedom® Rise Annual fee: $0 Multipliers…

Details Written by: RJ American Express is sending notice to some cardholders that revokes their guest access to the Centurion Lounge. American Express had changed…

Details Witten by: RJ Plastiq has filed chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware. Priority Technology Holdings is emerged as a stalking horse bidder to acquire Plastiq…

Details Written by: RJ Chase held an Investor Day presentation where they announced the ‘Freedom Rise’ card. The card name had previously been discovered in…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One has updated the terms and conditions for Capital One Travel. Capital One offers price drop protection on flights booked…

Details Written by: RJ Multiple media outlets have reported Choice Hotels is interested in purchasing Wyndham Hotels. It’s not confirmed if Wyndham has interest in…

Details Written by: RJ Hilton has announced the launch of a new extended stay property line under the working title: Project H3. Billed as a…

Details Written by: RJ United has quietly implemented a massive points devaluation of ~33%, going as high as 50% in some cases. The examples I’ve…

Details Written by: RJ Citi has added Accor Live Limitless (ALL) as a new hotel transfer partner. Citi Thank You points can be transferred at…

Details Written by: RJ US Bank has launched a new business card. DoC is reporting this card was created to help with the conversion of…

Details Written by: RJ Citi Pay Credit is a digital-only credit card and dedicated line of credit for customers to make purchases at participating retailers…

Details Written by: RJ As first reported by Ben Hedges a month or so ago, TD Bank has released a two new credit card products.…

Details Written by: RJ SoFi & Expedia have announced plans to launch a travel portal. This will be a SoFi branded portal, powered by an…

Details Written by: RJ Chase is purchasing the failed First Republic Bank from the FDIC for $10.6 billion. Chase will take on most of First…

 Details Written by: RJ Priority Pass now supports 14 Be Relax Spa’s: The “Be Relax” spa at Atlanta Airport (ATL) The “Be Relax” spa at…

Details Written by: RJ BILT Rewards is adding a dining feature: Bilt Dining is a members-only benefit that rewards you with 5X Bilt Points at…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo became the new home of Choice Hotels cards earlier this year. The new cards are now live. Choice Privileges…

Details Written by: RJ Hyatt has announced a new property line ‘Hyatt Studios’. These are being billed as “upper-midscale” properties. Construction is planned for 2023…

Details Written by: RJ Apple has launched its savings account for Apple Cash balances. Current APY is 4.15%. There are no fees or minimum balance…

Details Written by: RJ Wells Fargo has removed the $25 redemption minimum for their credit cards. Emails are going out to cardholders. This was previously…

Details Written by: RJ The AMC credit card is now live AMC Entertainment Visa  Annual fee: $0 Multipliers 50 AMC Stubs points for every $1…

Details Written by: RJ Capital One issues the cobranded Walmart credit card… for now. Recently Walmart filed a lawsuit against Capital One. Walmart is accusing…

Details Written by: RJ Aspiration Bank is shutting down the Zero card on 5/3/23. Aspiration’s other banking products will remain open. FAQ Thoughts Well…. they…

Details Written by: RJ The New York Times has an interesting article about banks and their rational behind closing customer accounts. It’s worth a read…

Details Written by: RJ Chase is sending notice that the Starbucks card is being product changed to Chase Freedom Unlimited cards. Changes will take effect…