Chase Ultimate Rewards guide
Learn all about the Chase Ultimate Rewards, including the credit cards that let you earn points in this dynamic program.
Liz Bingler joined the Bankrate team in 2021 as a credit cards editor. Since then, she’s focused on producing reliable and educational content to help people better understand how credit cards and their rewards systems work, along with how they can be useful tools for building credit and paying off debt.
Before joining Bankrate, Liz worked as a freelance account manager, content manager, writer and editor for Prose Media, a content marketing agency based in New York. During her five-plus years at Prose, she wrote and edited content for 45 Prose clients in more than 20 industries, including clients in the financial services and fintech industries.
Liz has a B.A. in English Literature and Fiction Writing from the University of Pittsburgh. Outside of work, Liz loves long road trips and old movies, and she never leaves her home without a book — or three.
Everyone should have at least one credit card. If used responsibly, credit cards are helpful and easy tools for building and maintaining good credit — which is crucial for getting an apartment, mortgage or car loan. Utility companies, employers and insurers may also check your credit to gauge what kind of risk you are, too. Credit cards are also safer to use than debit cards since they have more fraud and purchase protections in place, and they can allow you to book a hotel room, rent a car and get gas for your car without a significant cash hold tying up your account.
Learn all about the Chase Ultimate Rewards, including the credit cards that let you earn points in this dynamic program.
Flat-rate cash back cards offer one rewards rate for all of your spending.
The Capital One Venture Rewards card offers numerous travel perks and rewards.
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By booking at least a consecutive four-night stay through ThankYou.com, Prestige owners can get the 4th-night free.
Delta SkyMiles still offers great deals to Delta cardholders (if you’re flexible).
Southwest Rapid Rewards is an airline loyalty program that’s free to join.
When is the right time in your life, as a young adult, to apply for a travel card?
The U.S. Bank Altitude Go Card offers more cash back rewards than travel. With a fixed points value, this rewards card is best for U.S. Bank account holders.
In terms of hotel credit cards, Marriott co-branded credit cards can be a great choice.
The U.S. Bank Visa Platinum card offers an exceptionally long 0 percent intro APR.
Small businesses are vital for the local economy.
A starter card can be a great tool for building credit while practicing good habits, like paying off balances each month.
The best time to apply for a credit card depends more on your financial situation.
Don’t buy into these common misconceptions about credit cards.
You can earn more store rewards if you can use your card at other shops too.