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Chase points: 10 Best and 5 Worst uses of Ultimate Rewards | Ep272 | 9-13-24

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Sep 14, 2024
Dive into the intriguing world of Chase Ultimate Rewards points! Discover the top 10 best ways to redeem those points for unforgettable travel experiences, and learn about the 5 worst choices to avoid. Explore the rise of online grocery shopping and how it can benefit your rewards strategy. Get insights on making the most of Wyndham credit cards and find out which is the better transfer partner: Aeroplan or United. Plus, tips on enhancing online account security to protect your travel rewards!
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ADVICE

Best Chase Ultimate Rewards Uses

  • Prioritize transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards to Hyatt for hotel stays.
  • Redeem through the Chase travel portal for other travel at 1.5 cents/point.
ADVICE

Chase Travel Portal

  • Use the Chase Sapphire Reserve card to book travel through the Chase portal for 1.5 cents/point.
  • It's a solid, if not always best, value use for any travel.
ANECDOTE

Marriott Transfer Bonus Example

  • Greg booked Inn at Bay Harbor for 54,000 Marriott points/night (usually $700-$800).
  • A 70% Chase-Marriott transfer bonus made it 32,000 Chase points, over 2 cents/point value.
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