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If your trip is canceled or cut short by sickness, severe weather and other covered situations, you can be reimbursed up to $10,000 per person and $20,000 per trip for your pre-paid, non-refundable travel expenses, including passenger fares, tours, and hotels.
Get 25% more value when redeemed for travel. For example 60,000 points are worth $750 toward travel when redeemed through Chase Travel℠. Plus, Chase Travel℠ rewards points do not expire as long as the account is open.
We help safeguard your credit card purchases using sophisticated fraud monitoring. We monitor for fraud 24/7 and can text, email or call you if there are unusual purchases on your credit card.
View your FICO® Score anytime, with no impact to your score. It's updated monthly and easy to find on the Citi Mobile® App and Citi® Online. See the key factors affecting your score and more.
Priority Boarding for any cardholder when paying for the flight with an Alaska Airlines Business card.
Free checked bag for any cardholder and up to 6 guests on the same reservation when you pay for your flight with your card - that's a savings of $60 per person roundtrip!
Earn another Alaska's Famous Companion Fare™ ($99 fare plus taxes and fees from $23) each account anniversary after spending $6,000 or more on purchases within the prior anniversary year.
Enjoy 20% back on Alaska Airlines inflight purchases when you pay with your new card.
Get Travel Accident Insurance protection of up to $1,000,000 when you purchase your airline or other common carrier ticket with your eligible credit card.
Available whenever you're in need of a tow - for eligible Wells Fargo cardholders 24/7 with no membership required.
If your common carrier travel is delayed more than 6 hours or requires an overnight stay, you and your family are covered for unreimbursed expenses, such as meals and lodging, up to $500 per ticket.
If you run into a problem away from home, call the Benefit Administrator for legal and medical referrals or other travel emergency assistance. (You will be responsible for the cost of any goods or services obtained.)
Work out at home with Equinox+ and get up to $120 back annually. Use your Blue Cash Preferred® Card to pay for a subscription1 to Equinox+ at equinoxplus.com and receive $10 in monthly statement credits.
Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations. Effective September 26, 2024, Milk Bar and Shake Shack will no longer be participating partners for the $120 Dining Credit and 'Enrollment required' for select benefits
Earn a $100 United travel credit after 7 United flight purchases of $100 or more within each card anniversary year.
Get up to $100 back per year as a statement credit after using your Delta Gold Card to book prepaid hotels or vacation rentals through Delta Stays on delta.com/stays.
Get complimentary Visa Signature Concierge Service 24 hours a day. Find tickets to the top sports and entertainment events, make dinner reservations and even get help sending the perfect gift.
Earn a Travel Together Ticket every calendar year you make $30,000 in purchases on your British Airways credit card. Valid for two years when you redeem Avios for a flight on British Airways for a companion traveling on the same flight, or use it for a 50% discount on the Avios price you pay when booking a solo reward flight.*Opens offer details overlay For more details, visit ba.com/TravelTogetherTicketOpens Overlay.
4 Upgraded Boardings per year when available.
Spend $40,000 on eligible purchases on your Card in a calendar year and you can earn an upgrade to Hilton Honors Diamond status through the end of the next calendar year.
With your Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card receive upgrade priority over other Medallion members within the same Medallion level and fare class grouping.
Starting with your first anniversary, you'll get 5,000 miles back in your MileagePlus® account after you take a United® or United Express-operated award flight booked with your miles - up to 2 times every anniversary year.
Receive statement credits of $100 for Economy and Premium Economy - or $200 for Business and First Class seats - three times per year, up to $600, when you book a reward flight to London travelling on British Airways and pay taxes, fees and carrier charges with the British Airways Visa Signature® Card.
Receive a statement credit of up to $100 every 4 years as reimbursement for the application fee for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck® or NEXUS when charged to your card.
If you run into a problem away from home, call the Benefit Administrator for legal and medical referrals or other travel emergency assistance. (You will be responsible for the cost of any goods or services obtained.)
If you run into a problem away from home, call the Benefit Administrator for legal and medical referrals or other travel and emergency assistance. (You will be responsible for the cost of any goods or services obtained.)
If you run into a problem away from home, call the Benefit Administrator for legal and medical referrals or other travel and emergency assistance. (You will be responsible for the cost of any goods or services obtained.)
If you run into a problem away from home, call the Benefit Administrator for legal and medical referrals or other travel and emergency assistance. (You will be responsible for the cost of any goods or services obtained.)
Save 20% when you purchase points with your IHG One Rewards Traveler credit card.
Save 20% when you purchase points with your IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card.
Save 20% when you purchase points with your IHG One Rewards Premier credit card.
A 24/7 on-demand referral dispatch network that provides emergency roadside assistance, towing, or locksmith service when you need them. For assistance, call 1-800-847-2869. Refer to your Guide to Benefits for more information. Terms apply.
If you have a roadside emergency, call 1-800-847-2869 anytime to dispatch the help you need ' anything from a tow or jumpstart to a tire change, lockout service, winching or gas delivery. Roadside service fees will be provided when you call and will be billed to your card.
If you have a roadside emergency, call 1-800-847-2869 anytime to dispatch the help you need ' anything from a tow or jumpstart to a tire change, lockout service, winching or gas delivery. Roadside service fees will be provided when you call and will be billed to your card.
If you have a roadside emergency, call 1-800-847-2869 anytime to dispatch the help you need ' anything from a tow or jumpstart to a tire change, lockout service, winching or gas delivery. Roadside service fees will be provided when you call and will be billed to your card.
If you have a roadside emergency, call 1-800-847-2869 anytime to dispatch the help you need ' anything from a tow or jumpstart to a tire change, lockout service, winching or gas delivery. Roadside service fees will be provided when you call and will be billed to your card.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $10,000 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $10,000 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $10,000 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Enjoy complimentary premium status for a number of car rental programs. Once enrolled in a program, receive upgrades when available, discounts, and priority service for your next car rental at participating locations. Enrollment Required. Terms and limitations apply.
The primary Cardmember who has MileagePlus® Premier® status and is traveling on an award ticket and one companion that is traveling on the same reservation are eligible for Complimentary Premier Upgrades on select United- and United Express-operated flights, subject to availability.
The primary Cardmember who has MileagePlus® Premier® status and is traveling on an award ticket and one companion that is traveling on the same reservation are eligible for Complimentary Premier Upgrades on select United- and United Express-operated flights, subject to availability.
The primary Cardmember who has MileagePlus® Premier® status and is traveling on an award ticket and one companion that is traveling on the same reservation are eligible for Complimentary Premier Upgrades on select United- and United Express-operated flights, subject to availability.
Receive $2,500 Medallion® Qualification Dollars each Medallion Qualification Year. Plus, Get $1 Medallion® Qualification Dollar for each $20 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, getting you closer to the Medallion Status for next Medallion Year quicker.
With MQD Headstart, you can receive $2,500 Medallion Qualification Dollars each Medallion Qualification Year and you can get closer to elevated Status for next Medallion® Year.
Earn $1 Medallion® Qualification Dollar for each $10 of purchases made on your Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card in a calendar year and get a boost toward achieving elevated Medallion Status for next Medallion Year.
MileagePlus miles never expire. This MileagePlus program benefit gives you a lifetime to use your miles on flights and much more.
Whenever you travel more than 100 miles from home, Global Assist Hotline is available for 24/7 emergency assistance and coordination services, including medical and legal referrals, emergency cash wires, and missing luggage assistance. Card Members are responsible for the costs charged by third-party service providers.
Whenever you travel more than 100 miles from home, Global Assist® Hotline is available for 24/7 medical, legal, financial and other select emergency assistance and coordination services, such as medical and legal referrals, emergency cash wires, and missing luggage assistance. Card Members are responsible for the costs charged by third-party service providers. Other terms and conditions apply.
Use your Iberia Visa Signature Card to book your flight on iberia.com/Chase10Opens Overlay, and you will receive a 10% discount.
Earn a Free Night Reward from Hilton Honors after you spend $15,000 on eligible purchases on your Card account in a calendar year.
Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer's warranty by an additional year, on eligible warranties of three years or less.
Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer's warranty by an additional year, on eligible warranties of three years or less.
Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer's warranty by an additional year, on eligible warranties of three years or less.
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
When you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
What if the color fades on your new flat-screen TV? Or your food processor starts rattling instead of slicing and dicing? Chances are it will happen right after the Manufacturer's Warranty runs out. Fortunately, when you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories.
Why is it that as soon as a Manufacturer's Warranty runs out, something always seem to happen? Use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases and you can have warranty protection for longer. Extended Warranty matches the Original Manufacturer's Warranty for up to one additional year when you use your Eligible Card. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions. Please read important exclusions and restrictions.Coverage limited to the actual amount charged on your Card for the item up to $10,000 per item and $50,000 per calendar year.
Why is it that as soon as a Manufacturer's Warranty runs out, something always seems to happen? Use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases and you can have warranty protection for longer. Extended Warranty matches the Original Manufacturer's Warranty for up to one additional year when you use your Eligible Card. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
What if the color fades on your new flat-screen TV? Or your food processor starts rattling instead of slicing and dicing? Chances are it will happen right after the Manufacturer's Warranty runs out. Fortunately, when you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories. Please read important exclusions and restrictions.
What if the color fades on your new flat-screen TV? Or your food processor starts rattling instead of slicing and dicing? Chances are it will happen right after the Manufacturer's Warranty runs out. Fortunately, when you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories. Please read important exclusions and restrictions.
When you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
When you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer's Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
With Extended Warranty♦︎ you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year.
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
If you're 100 miles or more from home on a trip, you can be reimbursed up to $2,500 for medical expenses if you or your immediate family member become sick or injured.
If you or a member of your immediate family are injured or become sick during a trip far from home that results in an emergency evacuation, you can be covered for medical services and transportation up to $100,000.
Earn an Elite Status Level Up of one tier to 35K Status or higher for existing status holders with $50,000 in account spend during a calendar year.
Complimentary access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide with up to two guests, including every Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club, after an easy one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select.
Enjoy complimentary access to The Centurion® Lounge when you book your Delta flight with your Reserve Card.
When you purchase a Delta flight with your Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card, you will receive complimentary access to The Centurion Lounge or Escape Lounge–The Centurion Studio Partner.
Get VIP access to benefits at SLS, Mondrian, Delano, House of Originals and Hyde hotels and resorts around the world. Cardmembers can stay a little longer with a complimentary 4th night and receive room upgrades, late checkouts, daily complimentary breakfast, a $30 food and beverage credit and much more.
The primary Cardmember of the United Club℠ Card is invited to enroll in Avis President's Club® and enjoy complimentary two-car class upgrades, guaranteed car availability, expedited rental service and more. To enroll, please visit
Covers theft, damage, valid loss-of-use charges imposed and substantiated by the rental company, administrative fees and reasonable and customary towing charges to the nearest qualified repair facility.
Decline the rental company's collision insurance and charge the entire rental cost to your card. Coverage is primary and provides reimbursement up to the actual cash value of the vehicle for theft and collision damage for most rental cars in the U.S. and abroad.
Decline the rental company's collision insurance and charge the entire rental cost to your card. Coverage is provided for theft and collision damage for most cars in the U.S. and abroad. In the U.S., coverage is secondary to your personal insurance.
Receive auto coverage for covered damages due to collision or theft for most rental cars when you pay for the rental transaction with the Bilt Mastercard.
Decline the rental company's collision insurance and charge the entire rental cost to your card. Coverage is primary and provides reimbursement up to the actual cash value of the vehicle for theft and collision damage for most rental cars in the U.S. and abroad.
Decline the rental company's collision insurance and charge the entire rental cost to your card. Coverage is primary when renting for business purposes and provides reimbursement up to the actual cash value of the vehicle for theft and collision damage for most cars in the U.S. and abroad.
Receive a Companion Certificate on Main Cabin domestic, Caribbean, or Central American round-trip flights each year after renewal of your Card. The Companion Ticket requires payment of the government-imposed taxes and fees of no more than $80 for round-trip domestic flights and no more than $250 for round-trip international flights (both for itineraries with up to four flight segments). Baggage charges and other restrictions apply. See terms and conditions for details.
after account opening and on each anniversary ' over a $100 value per year. For an updated status on United Club locations and any temporary closures, please visit .
There's no limit to how many Miles you can earn. And however you redeem, Miles have the same value.
Transfer your Chase Travel℠ points to participating frequent travel programs at full 1:1 value ' that means one Chase Travel℠ point equals one partner mile/point.
Transfer your points to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs at 1 to 1 value. That means 1,000 Chase Chase Travel℠ points equal 1,000 partner miles/points.
Are you a member of a frequent travel program? With Chase Sapphire Preferred®, you can transfer your points to leading frequent travel programs at 1 to 1 value.
Earn 1,500 tier qualifying points toward A-List status for every $5,000 spent – with no limit on the amount of TQPs you can earn.
Earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy® bonus points per paid eligible stay booked directly with Marriott Bonvoy for properties participating in Marriott Bonvoy.
$500 Fee credit for points transfers when you use your Rapid Rewards Business Credit Card to transfer points to another Rapid Rewards Member, fees associated with the transfer will be reimbursed – up to $500 in statement credits per anniversary year.
"Unlock Your Financial Future: Simple Steps To Build And Enhance Your Credit Score Starting Today"
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Embarking on the journey to build your credit from the ground up can be daunting. Whether you're a student, a newcomer to the country, or simply new to the world of credit, this guide is designed to help you start on the right foot. In this "Credit 101" series, we’ll explore practical and straightforward strategies for building a strong credit foundation from scratch.
Before diving into the strategies, it's crucial to understand what credit is and why it's important. Credit reflects your history of borrowing and repaying money, and it's used by lenders to determine your reliability as a borrower. A good credit score can open doors to better interest rates, loan approvals, and even affect renting and employment opportunities.
What It Is: A secured credit card is backed by a cash deposit you make upfront. This deposit usually serves as your credit limit.
How It Helps: By using a secured card and paying it off on time, you start building a credit history. Choose a card that reports to all three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) for maximum impact.
What It Means: Being an authorized user means you're added to someone else's credit card account. You get a card, but you're not legally obligated to pay the charges.
Benefits: If the primary cardholder has a good payment history, being an authorized user can help you piggyback off their credit success.
The Concept: Credit-builder loans are designed specifically for people looking to build credit. The money you borrow is held in an account while you make payments.
How It Works: The lender reports your payment history to the credit bureaus. Once the loan is paid off, you receive the total amount.
Strategy: Some services report your regular payments, like rent and utilities, to credit bureaus.
Impact: Timely payments can positively affect your credit score, but remember, late payments will have a negative impact.
Importance: Regularly check your credit score and report to track your progress and catch any errors.
Free Reports: You're entitled to one free credit report from each of the three major bureaus every year through AnnualCreditReport.com.
Building credit from scratch requires patience and discipline, but by following these steps, you can establish a solid credit foundation. Each action you take towards responsible credit management is a step closer to a robust financial future.
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