Build a Better Agency Podcast

Episode 516 Mastering Credit Card Points for Agency Owners with Julia Menez

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Aug 24, 2025
Join Julia Menez, a former actuary turned travel-hacking expert, as she reveals how agency owners can unlock the hidden value of credit card points. She discusses common mistakes, like fixating on specific airline cards, and highlights the importance of a flexible strategy to enjoy luxury travel at lower costs. Julia shares actionable tips for curating the right credit card mix, managing points effectively, and maximizing rewards for both business and family trips. Discover how to effortlessly plan unforgettable adventures while optimizing your travel budget!
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ANECDOTE

From Actuary To Travel-Hacking Business

  • Julia experimented by opening a couple cards and took a hotel redemption in Morocco that hooked her on points.
  • That trial led her to create a travel business and a points-focused podcast.
INSIGHT

Flexible Points Outsize Airline Cards

  • Flexible transferable points (Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi) are more valuable than single-airline cards.
  • They let you move points to many partner airlines to find the best award availability.
ADVICE

Piece Together Flights With Positioning Segments

  • Search for the cheapest long-haul premium segments first and use short positioning flights to reach them.
  • Piece together itineraries instead of insisting on direct routes from small home airports.
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