Dan Miller

American Express and Chase are two of the largest credit card issuers in the U.S., and they each have their own proprietary and transferable currency.
American Express has Membership Rewards and Chase, not to be outdone, has Chase Ultimate Rewards. Transferable currencies can be a valuable type of mile or point to earn because they help protect you from devaluation.
If you have all of your miles or points in a single proprietary currency (think American Airlines AAdvantage miles or Hilton Hon...

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the top rated credit cards out there. It’s especially beneficial for people who already have good credit and finances but are just starting to focus on credit card rewards. The Sapphire Preferred checks almost all of the boxes. It has a great welcome offer, its points are easy to use and it has above-average benefits.
Here’s a look at some of the top benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card to help you get the most out of this popular card.
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Whenever there’s a period of financial uncertainty, it can make sense to review your credit card portfolio to make sure that you’re not paying too much in annual fees. Since many credit cards have annual fees that are waived the first year, if you’re not cognizant of what fees are upcoming, you can find yourself paying fees on cards that aren't providing enough benefits to outweigh the cost. Since many travel credit cards come with high annual fees, it’s a good idea to regularly review your c...

The entire world has seen quite the upheaval in the past several weeks. Just about every aspect of life has been affected, from jobs to school to leisure to travel. With all of the economic uncertainty, here are some of the biggest financial mistakes people make (and how to avoid them!)
Not having an emergency fund
Ok, the first one is either a gimme or not fair, depending on where you fall. If you’ve already got an emergency fund in place, then good for you! I’m sure that it is providing you...

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Saving for retirement is one of those things that everyone knows that they need to do, but many people aren’t sure how or when to start. If that sounds like you, here are five different ways that you can get started on your retirement savings. So no matter where you are on your journey towards retirement, take a look at these actionable steps to help you take one more step along that road.
Resolve to start today
An old proverb says that...

Cryptocurrency is NOW supported in Mint
Save more, spend smarter, and make your money go further
If investing in crypto is part of your financial strategy you can connect your account in Mint to see your full financial portfolio. Here are the supported platforms:
Bibox
Binance
Bitfinex
BitMart
Bitstamp
Bittrex
BlockFi
Celsius
CEX.io
Coinbase
Coinbase Pro
Coinzoom
GEMINI
HitBTC
Kucoin
Kraken
Paypal
Robinhood
Uphold
How to Get Started
Step 1: Log in to your Mint app and click Investments
Step 2...

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With the end of the year rapidly approaching, it’s a good time to take stock of your financial situation as you head into 2021. 2020 has been a strange year, and a difficult year for many people. With many people’s health and/or economic livelihoods affected by COVID-19, many people’s situation looks very different than it did back in January. As we head into a new year, here are a few things that you can do to improve your finances bef...

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Summer is a common time for many people to change up their living situations by moving either across town or across the country. And whether you are moving for a new job, a recent graduation, or just a change of scenery, moving to a new city can help give you a fresh financial start. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you plan your move.
Changing (lowering) your cost of living
The biggest thing to make sure that you’re aware of wh...

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Everybody likes to save money anywhere possible. Grocery shopping is of particular interest to many money savers, because food and grocery purchases are one of the highest monthly expenses for most people. There are many different ways to save money on your overall food purchases, including eating out less, using coupons and limiting impulse purchases. Buying in bulk is another way you can save money while grocery shopping and here we w...

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Unless you live somewhere like New York City or another dense urban city with excellent public transportation, chances are you’ll need a car to get to work, school and other locations. When looking at your different options, you might wonder if it is worth it to lease or buy a car. Both leasing a car as well as buying a car can be right for different people in different situations. Understanding the pros and cons of buying vs leasing a ...

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If you’ve recently got the exercise bug, you’re not alone. Millions of people take up exercising every year, and taking care of your physical health is just as important as taking care of your financial health. While Peloton bikes are all the rage recently, not everyone has thousands of dollars to spend on buying the latest exercise bike. And don’t forget that there are monthly subscription costs on top of the upfront cost of the bike i...

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If you’re thinking about quitting your job, there are a few things that you’ll want to keep in mind as you transition to what’s next. Whether you’re moving to a new employer, going to work for yourself, or retiring, you’ll want to make sure not to make some of these common mistakes. Let’s talk about some of the things that you’ll want to know about before you quit your job.
What to Consider Before Quitting Your Job
It should go without ...

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There’s no denying that cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular lately. There are many different forms of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin and many others. So while you may hear the terms cryptocurrency and Bitcoin used interchangeably, they are actually different things. Bitcoin is just one form of cryptocurrency, and there exist other types of cryptocurrencies.
Taking your pay in cryptocurrency
You may have...

The Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express earns cash back on every purchase, with no annual fee.
It's an especially good choice for purchases in its bonus categories. You'll get 3% back on t...