Get The Maximum Value From Your Credit Card Points
A Personal Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Your Points
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.
Earn up to $240 back toward your qualifying AT&T wireless bills every year - it pays to be an AT&T wireless customer. Every billing cycle, earn $20 back as a statement credit after you spend $1000 on purchases or $10 back as a statement credit after you spend $500-$999.99 on your AT&T Points Plus? Card.
Means you won't be held responsible for unauthorized charges made with your card or account information.
You can be reimbursed up to $1,500 per person and $6,000 per trip for your pre-paid, non-refundable passenger fares, if your trip is canceled or cut short by sickness, severe weather and other covered situations.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer's warranty by an additional year, on eligible warranties of three years or less.
Get a complimentary 3 months of DashPass, DoorDash's membership that provides unlimited deliveries with $0 delivery fee and reduced service fees on eligible orders on DoorDash and Caviar. After that, you are automatically enrolled in DashPass at 50% off for the next 9 months. Activate by December 31, 2024.
Earn 5% cash back on Lyft rides through March 31, 2025. That's 3.5% cash back in addition to the 1.5% cash back you already earn.
Let Citi Entertainment bring the fun to you. Through the Citi Entertainment program you can enjoy access to purchase pre-sale tickets for music, sports, culinary experiences and more — from virtually anywhere.
Travel benefits your business needs including $100,000 in travel accident insurance. Additional services include auto rental insurance, emergency ticket replacement, lost-luggage assistance and legal and medical referrals when you're away from home.
Travel benefits your business needs including $100,000 in travel accident insurance. Additional services include auto rental insurance, emergency ticket replacement, lost-luggage assistance and legal and medical referrals when you’re away from home.
Travel benefits your business needs including $1,000,000 in travel accident insurance. Additional services include auto rental insurance, emergency ticket replacement, lost-luggage assistance and legal and medical referrals when you're away from home.
Enjoy 20% back on Alaska Airlines inflight purchases when you pay with your new card.
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.
Free checked bag for any cardholder who purchases airfare with their card, and up to 6 additional guests traveling on the same reservation.
You'll enjoy priority boarding when you pay for your flight with your card, so you can get to your seat quicker.
Get a $99 Companion Fare (plus taxes and fees from $23) each account anniversary after you spend $6,000 or more in purchases within the prior anniversary year.
Travel services your business needs including $1 million in travel accident insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, trip cancellation coverage, and trip delay reimbursement.
Covers your new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
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.
Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer's warranty by an additional year, on eligible warranties of three years or less.
Get a complimentary 3 months of DashPass, DoorDash's membership that provides unlimited deliveries with $0 delivery fee and reduced service fees on eligible orders on DoorDash and Caviar. After that, you are automatically enrolled in DashPass at 50% off for the next 9 months. Activate by December 31, 2024.
CLEAR uses unique attributes, such as eyes or fingerprints, to help its members move faster through security available at 100+ airports, stadiums, and entertainment venues. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR membership with up to $199 in statement credits per year after you pay for CLEAR with your Business Platinum Card.
CLEAR® uses unique attributes, such as eyes or fingerprints, to digitally verify identity to help its members move faster through security at select airports nationwide. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR Plus membership with up to $199 in statement credits per calendar year after you pay for CLEAR Plus with your Platinum Card®.
Choose the best Home Chef meal kit for you. Get up to $15 in statement credits back per month after you use your enrolled Blue Cash Everyday® Card to purchase a Home Chef subscription.
A Walmart+ membership can get you free shipping with no order minimum on eligible items shipped by Walmart, free same-day delivery of groceries from store (where available, subject to order minimum), & more. Use your Platinum Card® to pay for a monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) and receive a statement credit for up to $12.95 (plus applicable taxes) that covers the full cost (excluding any Plus Up Benefits) each month.
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.
Unlimited tier qualifying points (TQPs): Earn 1,500 TQPs toward A-List status for every $10,000 you spend–there is no limit on the amount of TQPs you can earn.
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.
Get an unlimited dollar-for-dollar match of all the cash back you earn at the end of your first year, automatically. There is no limit to how much we'll match. So you could turn $50 cash back into $100. Or $100 into $200.
If a round-trip is paid for entirely with your eligible Card on or after January 1, 2020 and a covered reason cancels or interrupts your trip, Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance can help reimburse the non-refundable travel expenses purchased with the same eligible Card, up to $10,000 per trip and up to $20,000 per eligible Card per 12 consecutive month period. Terms, conditions and limitations apply.
If a round-trip is paid for entirely with your eligible Card and a covered reason cancels or interrupts your trip, Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance can help reimburse the non-refundable travel expenses purchased with the same eligible Card, up to $10,000 per trip and up to $20,000 per eligible Card per 12 consecutive month period.
You can be reimbursed up to $1,500 per person and $6,000 per trip for your pre-paid, non-refundable passenger fares, if your trip is canceled or cut short by sickness, severe weather or other covered situations.
If you purchase a round-trip entirely with your Eligible Card and a covered reason cancels or interrupts your trip, we may be able to help. Terms, conditions and limitations apply. Coverage is provided by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
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.
Sometimes your favorite new purchase gets stolen, accidentally damaged, or lost. But when you use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases, your Membership can help protect them for up to 90 days from the Covered Purchase date. Please read important exclusions and restrictions.Up to $10,000 per occurrence, $50,000 per calendar year.
Sometimes your favorite new purchase gets stolen or accidentally damaged. But when you use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases, your Membership can help protect them for up to 90 days from the Covered Purchase date, subject to the Coverage Limits. Up to $1,000 per occurrence, $50,000 per calendar year.
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 year.
Earn 5x total points on Peloton equipment and accessory purchases over $150 with a max earn of 25,000 total points now through Mar. 31, 2025.
Redeem points for a statement credit to cover travel purchases made with your Card, such as hotels, car rentals, ride-shares, flights, and more. There is no limit to the amount of points you can redeem through June 30, 2024. Each point is worth 1.25 cents which means you can get a $1,250 statement credit for 100,000 points redeemed.
New cardmembers will automatically receive Aeroplan 25K Status for the remainder of the calendar year, plus the following calendar year.*Opens offer details overlay Enjoy benefits such as Priority Airport Services and upgrades to premium cabins on Air Canada operated flights. Keep your Aeroplan 25K Status with $15,000 in account spend during a calendar year.
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card Members can enjoy complimentary National Car Rental® Emerald Club Executive® status, including perks like Executive Area Access (for full-size reservations and above) in the USA and Canada. Card Members must enroll in the National Car Rental Emerald Club Executive status through their American Express online account using their Card.
Earn 10x total points on Lyft rides. Plus, get a complimentary 2 year Lyft Pink All Access membership including member-exclusive pricing and benefits – activate by Dec 31, 2024. Membership auto renews annually.
Earn 5x points on Lyft rides through March 31, 2025. That's 3x points in addition to the 2x points you already earn on travel.
The Active Cash Card offers you a premium collection of benefits at a selection of the world’s most intriguing and prestigious properties. Benefits include room upgrade, late check-out and complimentary breakfast. Visit Visa Signature Hotel Collection7 and learn more.
Enjoy a premium collection of benefits at a selection of
the world’s most intriguing and prestigious properties.
Learn more about the Visa Signature Hotel Collection
at VisaSignatureHotels.com
Unlock access to exclusive reservations and special dining experiences with Global Dining Access by Resy when you add your Platinum Card to your Resy profile.
Whenever you travel more than 100 miles from home, you may be eligible for 24/7 emergency assistance and coordination services, including medical, legal, and passport 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 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.
When it's time to travel again, rest assured that our Global Assist® Hotline is still on call for all Card Members traveling more than 100 miles from home.
Enjoy your First Checked Bag Free on Delta Flights.
When you're ready to relax and need an escape, enjoy an unforgettable experience with Fine Hotels + Resorts. When you book through American Express Travel, you'll receive an average total value of $600 in perks, like daily breakfast for two, 4pm check-out, and more. Plus, book on AmexTravel.com and you can earn 5X Membership Rewards points, or use Pay with Points, on prepaid stays with a minimum 2-night stay required to be eligible for the benefit.Average value based on Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings in 2023 for stays of two nights. Benefits include daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 amenity, guaranteed 4PM late checkout, noon check-in when available, and complimentary wi-fi. Certain room categories not eligible for upgrade. $100 amenity varies by property. Actual value will vary based on property, room rate, upgrade availability, and use of benefits.
Your experience is everything — so create new memories with exceptional value. Explore over 1,500 properties worldwide and bask in benefits. When you book Fine Hotels + Resorts®‡ through American Express Travel, you can receive a suite of benefits with an average total value of $6008 in perks.
Discover gives cardmembers a FICO ® Credit score for free on monthly statements, mobile and online.
Discover gives cardmembers a FICO ® Credit score for free on monthly statements, mobile and online.
Keep long airport lines from slowing you down. Basic Card Members can receive a statement credit for a five-year membership every 4 years after applying for Global Entry ($100) or every 4.5 years after applying for TSA PreCheck® (up to $85) through a TSA PreCheck official enrollment provider and pay the application fee with your Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card.
Stay focused on getting where you need to go. Receive either a statement credit every 4 years after you apply for Global Entry ($100) or a statement credit every 4.5 years after you apply for a five-year membership for TSA PreCheck® (up to $85 through a TSA PreCheck official enrollment provider) and pay the application fee with your Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck.
Stay focused on getting where you need to go. Receive either a statement credit every 4 years after you apply for Global Entry ($100) or a statement credit every 4.5 years after you apply for a five-year membership through any TSA Precheck official enrollment provider (up to $85) when you pay the application fee with an eligible Card. If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck.
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.
Each calendar year you can receive 15 Elite Night Credits towards the next level of Marriott Bonvoy Elite status. Limitations apply per Marriott Bonvoy member account. Benefit is not exclusive to Cards offered by American Express. Terms apply.
Premier qualifying points (PQP) help you earn MileagePlus Premier® status, which provides you with an enhanced travel experience. You'll earn 500 PQP for every $12,000 you spend on purchases with your Club Card (up to 10,000 Premier qualifying points per calendar year) that can be applied toward your Premier status qualification, up to the Premier 1K level. Visit for details about earning Premier status.
Premier qualifying points (PQP) help you earn MileagePlus Premier® status, which provides you with an enhanced travel experience. You'll earn 500 PQP for every $12,000 you spend on purchases with your Quest Card (up to 6,000 PQP in a calendar year) that can be applied toward your Premier status qualification, up to the Premier 1K level. Visit for details about earning Premier status.
Earn 5 Avios for every $1 spent on gas, grocery stores and dining for the first 12 months of account opening, or until you reach $10,000 in combined purchases. Normally, these category purchases earn 1 Avios.
Earn 5 Avios for every $1 spent on gas, grocery stores and dining for the first 12 months of account opening, or until you reach $10,000 in combined purchases. Normally, these category purchases earn 1 Avios.
Premier qualifying points (PQP) help you earn MileagePlus Premier® status, which provides you with an enhanced travel experience. You'll earn 500 PQP for every $12,000 you spend on purchases with your United℠ Business Card (up to 1,000 PQP in a calendar year) that can be applied toward your Premier status qualification, up to the Premier 1K level. Visit for details about earning Premier status.
Premier qualifying points (PQP) help you earn MileagePlus Premier® status, which provides you with an enhanced travel experience. You'll earn 500 PQP for every $12,000 you spend on purchases with your Explorer Card (up to 1,000 PQP in a calendar year) that can be applied toward your Premier status qualification, up to the Premier 1K level. Visit for details about earning Premier status.
Get one Free Night Award every year, after your Card renewal month. And earn another Free Night Award after you spend $60,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year. Awards can be used for one night (redemption level at or under 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy points) at over 7,000 hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program worldwide. Certain hotels have resort fees.
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.
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 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 and provides reimbursement up to $75,000 for theft and collision damage for rental cars in the U.S. and abroad.
Receive a 20% savings in the form of a statement credit after you use your Card on eligible Delta in-flight purchases of food, beverages, and audio headsets.
Receive a 20% savings in the form of a statement credit after you use your Card on eligible Delta in-flight purchases of food, beverages,and audio headsets.
With the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express Card®, each calendar year you can receive credit for 15 nights towards the next level of Marriott Bonvoy Elite status.
Take 10% off British Airways flights starting in the US when you book through the website provided in your welcome materials.
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.
A Personal Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Your Points
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Keeping track of the best ways to utilize your reward points can be a bit of work, but it can make a significant difference in the value you get from them. Here are some ways to maximize your rewards:
Amex Membership Rewards can be redeemed either by transferring to any of their travel partners or by using your points for a statement credit at 0.6 cents per point (very poor value).
How to Increase the Cashback Value:
The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Charles Schwab ($695):
Use your points to transfer to your Charles Schwab checking account at 1.1 cents per point.
The Business Platinum Card from American Express:
Get 35% of your points back when booking a flight on Amex (up to 1,000,000 points back per calendar year). Once you book the flight, Amex will later refund you 35% of the points used, effectively giving you a 1.54 cents value per point.
To qualify for the 35% points back promo, the flight needs to be one of the following:
You will also receive a 35% rebate when you book a first or business-class ticket on any airline (regardless of the airline you choose as your preferred airline).
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express ($695):
Transfer your points to your Amex Business checking account at 1 cent per point.
The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Morgan Stanley ($695):
Deposit your points to your Morgan Stanley account at 1 cent per point.
If you only have a no annual fee Chase card, you can get only 1 penny per point for Chase Travel(SM).
How to Increase the Chase Travel(SM) Value:
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card or the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card:
Transfer all your points to one of these cards to redeem at a rate of 1.25 cents per point on Chase Travel(SM).
Chase Sapphire Reserve®:
Transfer your points to the Reserve and redeem them at a rate of 1.5 cents per point on Chase Travel(SM).
Aeroplan® Credit Card:
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