United Airlines raised their credit card fees, added some coupons, and removed a benefit. This is their fix for a credit card relationship that lags all competitors? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Higher Annual Fees On United Airlines Credit Cards, But New Statement Credits: A Detailed Breakdown

Annual fees on the entire collection of United Airlines-Chase co-branded credit cards are rising, with new benefits added (and some reduced or eliminated). Let’s take a look at these changes. United Airlines Overhauls Credit Card Portfolio – A Rundown...
Lucrative Capital One Venture Card Bonus: 75,000 Miles + $250 Travel Credit

Link: Apply for the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, now offering 75K bonus miles + $250 travel credit Capital One has rolled out an enticing limited-time offer on its Venture Rewards Credit Card, making it a compelling choice...
No-Brainer: 5 Reasons The World Of Hyatt Credit Card Is Worth Keeping In Your Wallet

I’m a big fan of the World of Hyatt Credit Card and this is one of the few hotel credit cards that makes sense whether you are loyal to Hyatt or not. It’s a card that, when used correctly,...
Why I Love My Capital One Venture X Card

As travel continues in my new era of free agency, I find myself using my Capital One Venture X credit card more and more. If you have not added this card to your wallet, do not delay in doing...
Two Large Airline Partners Leave Barclays Weeks Apart

It has been a rough few weeks for Barclays co-branded credit card division with a second departure from the portfolio. How will the bank change its approach? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
CardRight: Great Free New App For Managing Credit Cards

CardRight is a great new app for managing credit card accounts, benefits, costs, and other data points and it’s absolutely free. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Why I Am Trading American Express Platinum Credit Cards

American Express has added some changes to the personal version of its famed Platinum card, so while I am enthusiastically and bitterly dropping the version, I am still excited about the Business version I added last week. Here’s why. ...
My Wife’s Car Is Broken Into…Thank You Chase + Capital One

My sleep was interrupted this morning by a frantic call from my wife, Heidi. “My car was broken into! They smashed the window and stole my purse with all my credit cards and ID!” While the missing IDs will...
Earn Up To 10 United Miles Per Dollar By Donating To LGBTQ+ Charities

June is “Pride Month” and United and Chase are partnering to offer United co-branded cardmembers a chance to earn up to 10 United MileagePlus miles per dollar when donating to LGBTQ+ charities. Earn Up To 10 United MileagePlus Miles...
Good Credit Surcharge For Travel Reward Credit Cards?

Starting May 1st, 2023 those with good credit will pay a 1% fee on new mortgages while those with poor credit will receive a 1.75% discount – will this spread to credit cards too? If you are considering booking...
Don’t Lose Your Capital One Card, They’re Irreplaceable

I temporarily misplaced my Capital One card and called for a replacement. Hilarity/tragedy ensued. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or...
It’s Time For A Premium World of Hyatt Credit Card

Almost every major travel brand has a premium credit card, but not Hyatt. Here’s my proposal for a premium World of Hyatt Credit Card. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Best Credit Card For Amazon Purchases

I don’t know about you, but at my house, we seem to have a new box from Amazon arriving almost every day. Which credit card should you use for Amazon purchases? Best Credit Card For Amazon Purchases – My...
My Thoughts On The Capital One Venture X

This post is not presented by Capital One. There’s been a lot of talk this week about the Capital One Venture X credit card and rightfully so, as it represents the biggest credit card launch since the Chase Sapphire Reserve....
Southwest Offers Companion Pass To New Cardholders, Not Loyal Customers

A slew of new Southwest credit card offers come with one year of Companion Pass, but only for new signups and not for loyal existing cardholders. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Chase Sapphire Preferred’s Most Valuable Feature

Chase has announced a number of new benefits for the Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card but there is one feature that makes it incredibly valuable. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Details: How Credit Card Spending Will Count Toward United Airlines Elite Status

Earlier this week, United Airlines announced that co-branded credit card spending would be applicable toward elite status next year, but did not provide many details. Now we have a better idea of how you can earn United elite status...
Hilton’s Status Promotion So Valuable, De-Values Credit Credit

Hilton has introduced a status promotion that’s so valuable, it makes their extremely valuable credit card less so. Here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...
742 Credit Score, Yet Denied Chase Sapphire Preferred. Would Reconsideration Line Approve?

When it comes to applying for a premium credit card, many factors come into play in which determine whether you will be approved. This week, I was reminded of the importance of credit history. But in terms of Chase...