Frequent Miler on the Air Rakuten's shopping portal has a great new trick | Coffee Break Ep55 | 5-5-25
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May 5, 2025 Discover the ins and outs of the Rakuten shopping portal, offering exciting options for cash back and Amex points. Learn about enticing referral promos and the power of double dipping on travel and retail purchases. The hosts also unveil a new trick for maximizing rewards through in-store offers and credit card bonuses. Get tips on how to leverage current promotions for additional credit card points. It’s a treasure trove for savvy shoppers looking to boost their reward game!
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Cash Back or Membership Points?
- Rakuten lets you choose between cash back or Amex Membership Rewards points for purchases.
- Earning Membership Rewards points often offers much higher potential value than cash back.
Use Rakuten Refer-a-Friend Bonuses
- Take advantage of Rakuten's current $40 or 4,000 Membership Rewards points refer-a-friend promos.
- Both the referrer and the new member earn bonuses after the new member makes a cash back or points-earning purchase.
High Reward Multipliers Exist
- Rakuten's high multiplier promotions provide 10x, 15x, or 20x rewards at many stores, including travel.
- This makes shopping and booking travel through Rakuten particularly rewarding at times.